This webinar course is an introduction to California State Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) laws and their implementation for local jurisdictions, presented by planning staff from those jurisdictions. Panel discussion will address the differences in implementation regulations in varying jurisdictions. The Panel will also include an ADU specialist who works on ADU projects in many localities […]
Smart Carbon Goals: Life Cycle Assessment in Design Practice Date/Time: Wednesday, March 30, 2022, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Pacific Time Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW Speaker: Claire McConnell, BEMP | Associate, Mithun, Seattle Description: Since the release of the 2030 Challenge in 2006, energy efficiency has driven sustainability metrics in building design and construction. […]
ADUs: A Climate Action Standard Date: 4/6/22 Time: 12 pm – 1:30 pm Description: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) increase supply and diversity of housing stock, add value to existing homes, support infill development, and can provide options for multi-generational and non-traditional families. Good ADU design and construction can also help California to meet goals for […]
AIA CA Climate Action Webinar: Designing for Zero Net Carbon 3 Case Studies, All Electric Buildings Date/Time: Wednesday, April 13, 2022, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Pacific Time Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW […]
Granitrock's Tech Talks 2022 Graniterock is pleased to offer another series of three, highly informative sessions that are absolutely FREE. Tech Talks are ideal for architects, contractors, specifiers and key […]
2022 Arts & Architecture Lecture Series Shaping the Future: Land Use from the Global Perspective to Local Implementation Lecture 1: Thursday, April 21, 2022 A Global Perspective / A National […]
2022 Arts & Architecture Lecture Series Shaping the Future: Land Use from the Global Perspective to Local Implementation Lecture 2: Thursday, May 12, 2022 The Local Perspective A panel discussion with smart growth and private property rights advocates, moderated by Mary Ann Schicketanz. Panelists: Michael DeLapa, LandWatch Monterey County; Jeanette Tuitele-Lewis, Big Sur Land […]
2022 Arts & Architecture Lecture Series Shaping the Future: Land Use from the Global Perspective to Local Implementation Lecture 3: Thursday, May 26, 2021 Building in the Open Landscape Speaker: Bernard Trainor Renowned Landscape Architect Bernard Trainor presents landscape designs that successfully tie buildings to their natural environment. Register here About This […]
Tour of Fanshell House Designed by Mark Mills Wednesday, June 1, 6:00 P.M. Fanshell House was designed by renowned, local Mid-Century Modern Master, Mark Mills. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom home sits on […]
Design for Wildfire Resilience Lunch & Learn Webinar Date/Time: Wednesday, June 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW As climate change intensifies, the risk of devastating wildfires around the world will surge in coming decades and is being considered a “global wildfire crisis.” In recent years, California has seen the wildfire season expand beyond a […]