AIA Monterey Bay

Climate Action Webinar: Specifying Sustainable Concrete
2021-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Time: 12:00 -1:00 P.M.
Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW
Concrete is used in nearly every structure we build today, including buildings, bridges, homes and infrastructure. With greater emphasis placed on sustainability, design professionals are faced with the challenge of meeting traditional design criteria with evolving criteria that support green building and efforts to reduce impact on climate change. Prescriptive specifications often adversely impact the environmental footprint of concrete structures. This webinar outlines how concrete performance can be improved while lowering environmental footprint by implementing performance-based specifications.
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Free Community Wildfire Webinar Series: PG&E and Wildfire Safety
2021-04-29 17:30 - 18:30
Registration is now open to participate in a series of free webinars intended to give you information on how to prepare for wildfires, and to help protect lives, property, and resources.
The number of participants is limited so do not delay registering if interested. Everyone is invited to register
The webinars are hosted by the Carmel Valley Wildfire Mitigation Project with Thriving Earth Exchange, and the information provided will apply to any area subject to wildfires.
The webinars will be live and include presentations on the following subjects:

Creating Effective Defensible Space, Wednesday, April 14, 5:30-6:30 pm PST REGISTER HERE
PG&E and Wildfire Safety, Thursday, April 29, 5:30-6:30 pm PST REGISTER HERE
Moving Towards a Fire-resilient Landscape, Thursday, May 6, 5:30-6:30 pm PST REGISTER HERE
Emergency Planning and Preparing for Evacuations, Thursday, May 13, 5:30-6:30 pm REGISTER HERE

EARTH: Saving Our Soils
2021-04-23 12:00 - 13:30
CEU Approved for 1.5 Learning Units
Cost: Free to AIA MB Members, Allies, Associates, Sponsors, and Architecture Students
The AIAMB COTE is pleased to bring you the final lecture on earth’s 4 elements; EARTH: Saving our Soils. The webinar will feature local ecologist and landscape designer, Paul Kephart, of Rana The Cohabitat Co..
Paul will speak on the following:

Define the term “environment” (e.g. water shed, health, microbiome soils, animals and plants that depend on the soil etc.).
Soil preservation and provide examples.
Drill down further in the conversation to speak about what happens to the hydrologic cycle – how does soil store not only carbon but also water.
Discuss “planning elements” and the connectivity to soil and water, how can we plan for soil preservation and minimize soil disturbance during the design process – this is rarely in the vernacular of the planning process for a new home for example.

In addition, we will be joined at the end of the webinar with John Kasunich, of Haro Kasunich Engineers, to offer another point of view on the inherent issues and creative solutions to the problems that arise between what is necessary to keep buildings intact on the land and what is necessary to develop a thriving landscape.
To get a preview into some of the subjects covered, we recommend watching an intriguing documentary called “Kiss the Ground,” on Netflix.

ADA/Accessibility Program – Part One - 2.5 Hours Compilation of ADA Design Guidelines
2021-04-22 16:00 - 18:30
Date: Thursday, April 22, 2021 (Part 2 is in June, Date TBD)
Webinar: 4:00 – 6:30 P.M.
Learning Units: 2.5 AIA HSWs
Also fulfills CAB Accessibility Requirement for 2021 License Renewal
Cost: $25 Members, $50 Non-Members
Presenter: Saum K. Nour, Ph.D.
Dr. Saum Nour will present a short history of ADA from inception to California code. A variety of accessibility topics will be discussed and examined from types of buildings and functions of buildings, legal cases, and available training resources.

2030 Commitment and Practice: A Culture of Firm Excellence | LPA | AIA CA Climate Action Webinar
2021-04-22 12:00 - 13:00
1 LU | HSW for attending.
URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w74f-qKUSdetTo21F0KgEw
LPA, AIA CA’s 2021 Firm Award Recipient, will provide insights into how they use the AIA 2030 Commitment as a transformative tool to influence design practice and reduce predicted carbon emissions. LPA is the largest firm whose AIA 2030 Commitment portfolio exceeded the 70% pEUI reduction target for 2019. LPA will share their approach to professional development and knowledge sharing, promoting a firm culture that strives for high performance buildings and design excellence.

2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials: Residential Standards for Architects & Designers
2021-04-21 - 2021-04-22
This 2-day course is designed to help residential architects and designers advance their understanding of California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) and ease Energy Code implementation.

Note that the online version of this class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 a.m. to Noon, PST.
Available CEUs: ICC:0.7; AIA:7

Free Community Wildfire Webinar Series: Creating Effective Defensible Space
2021-04-14 17:30 - 18:30

Efficient Net Zero Energy Buildings: Case Studies of 3 Building Types | AIA CA Climate Action Technical Webinar
2021-04-14 12:00 - 13:30
Ed Dean, FAIA will present Case Studies of All-electric buildings that have achieved Zero Net Energy and greatly reduced greenhouse gas emissions from operation. He will describe the goals and design intentions for each project, discuss design decisions the Architects made to achieve very deep reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, and present measured post-occupancy performance data that supports the “zero” level of performance. Earn 1 LU | HSW for attending.

Top 10 Ways to Reduce Concrete's Carbon Footprint | AIA CA Climate Action Bonus Webinar
2021-04-07 12:00 - 13:00
In this session, NRMCA’s ‎Executive Vice President, Structures and Sustainability, Lionel Lemay and NRMCA’s Senior Director, Building Innovations, Patrick Matsche will walk participants through the best strategies for taking advantage of concrete’s strength and durability, while also ensuring the lowest possible carbon footprint.

Member Benefit Program: Energy Modeling with cove.tool
2021-04-01 12:00 - 13:00
Shifting energy codes are challenging architects with a wide array of parameters to balance like energy, cost, daylight, views, and embodied carbon. Join this session diving into two case studies to generate beautiful analysis graphics and see how to shape the narrative in a data driven design process. AIA CA members who attend will receive a 4-week complimentary cove.tool license following the webinar.

Silicone Coatings: An Alternative to Ceramic Frit for Spandrel Glass
2021-04-01 12:00 - 13:00
Learning Units: 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI General Hour
Cost: Free
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Definition of high-performance silicone coatings as a healthy and sustainable alternative to other spandrel glass materials
Rigorous testing to prove longevity and application suitability
Considerations when specifying silicone opacifiers on spandrel glass
Advantages of using silicone coatings in design to prevent hazardous solvent, heavy metals, and high VOCs in the environment

Register here in advance for this webinar
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Presenters:
Presenter: Kate Stewart, CSI, CDT

Sacramento in 2021 – What We Can Expect
2021-03-24 17:45 - 19:00
With the California State Legislature in Session and about to actively consider and vote on legislation, Mark Christian, Hon. AIA CA, the AIA CA Director of Government Relations, will talk about the political climate in Sacramento and about legislation that may be under consideration of interest to the architectural profession. Topics will include a possible sales tax on services, housing, building performance, and continuing education.
Mark Christian, Hon. AIA CA, is the Director of Government Relations for the AIA California, a position he has held since 1999. In this position, Mark is responsible for monitoring the CA State Legislature, identifying bills of interest to the profession, developing and implementing strategies for the positive outcome of legislation of interest to the profession, and representing the profession before the legislature. Prior to joining the AIA CA, Mark worked for the State Assembly for nine years in several capacities, including as a policy consultant on several environmental laws.
4 Learning Objectives:

How Legislation Can Impact Architects
How Architects Can Impact Legislation
The Legislation the AIA CA is Lobbying on Behalf of Architects
Recent Changes to State Law that Benefits Architects

Wednesday, March 24, 2021
5:45-6:oo pm Social Meet & Greet
6:00-7:00 pm Presentation + Discussion
Cost: AIA Members $10 | Non-members $15 | Students Free
* Students contact exec@aiasmc.org to register
Credits: 1 AIA LU will be submitted

Healthy Buildings: The Business + Practice Case
2021-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
Design for Economy | AIA CA Climate Action Webinar Series
Healthy Buildings: The Business + Practice Case
Wednesday, March 24, 2021 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PT
Speaker: Simon Turner | Founder, Building Cognition LLC
Earn 1.5 LU | HSW
Cost: Free
Business / Building Owners are generally receptive to design elements which improve sustainability, wellness, health, work productivity, and natural environments, BUT they must focus on business efficiencies, costs, ROI, LCC, operational costs, they require an understanding of the economics involved in the non-material costs. This session examines the relationship between key building design elements, worker productivity, and provide working financial estimates of the benefits these design features can have on the bottom line. Using this information architects can deliver a convincing case to Business Owners / Clients, on building health and productivity – in a language and with business metrics they will understand.

OPTIMIZING WATER EFFICIENCY IN MULTI- FAMILY AND SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
2021-03-03 14:00 - 15:00
This course will provide you with an overview of the business case surrounding green building for single-family and multi-family homes. Registration is required for attendance recording and certificate of completion.
The green building movement has challenged manufacturers, design teams, and owners to create products and designs that have a minimal impact on the environment while contributing to the health and well-being of those who live and work in the built space. One of the concerns driving the changes?
We can no longer rely on an endless supply of potable water – in parts of the US, as well as across the globe. This course will explore how to earn indoor water use reduction credits in green building rating systems, such as LEED v4 and WaterSense. We will focus on plumbing fixtures and fittings that are aesthetically pleasing and have been thoughtfully designed to maximize the efficiency of indoor water use without sacrificing performance by the end-user.
Objectives:

Review the evolution of the green building movement and its legislation pertaining to health and safety
Understand the dynamics driving the green building movement for single-family and multi-family residences
Review the water efficiency requirements and credits in several green building programs for homes
Review examples of water-efficient, high-performing plumbing fitting and fixtures
Explore solutions that may increase water efficiency in single family and multi family residences

Advanced Environmental Finishes for Windows and Doors
2021-02-26 09:00 - 22:00
1LU | HSW. Participants of this course will learn how different paint and anodized finishes rate when compared to architectural specifications. Sustainable materials and cradle-to-cradle considerations are provided. Participants will also learn about the application process to assure informed decisions can be made for specific environments.

VCHP Heat Pumps & Residential T-24 Energy Code Value
2021-02-25 12:00 - 13:00
1.5 AIA HSW
COST: FREE
Updates in CA’s title-24 energy code encourage the use of electric heat pumps as a means of achieving carbon neutrality in residential construction. This program introduces participants to the technology and how to successfully implement said technology in residential construction.
Presenters:
David Knight, founder of Monterey Energy Group, has spent the last 36 years complying complicated residential projects. Over 250 architectural firms use M.E.G. for all their energy compliance, HVAC, and solar design needs.
Jose De La Portilla | National Training Manager
Samsung HVAC America
Join David and Jose to learn how by utilizing electric space conditioning options, coupled with currently mandated photovoltaic energy production in residential construction, how you can help move the built environment closer to meeting the AIA’s 2030 Challenge and CA’s Zero Net Energy Goals.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XpG6sZwNRMeEaHtml6KCSw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

A Video Tour of the Manufacturing Process
2021-01-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2021-01-28 12:00 - 13:00
LOEWEN WINDOWS AND DOORS
A Video Tour of the Manufacturing Process
1 AIA LU
Course description:
A video tour of the Loewen manufacturing plant where uniquely crafted windows and doors have been made with passion and precision for over a century
Discover the craftsmanship of Loewen’s dedicated artisans, supported by state-of-the-art, automated technologies. Wood, glass, and metal are hand-selected, and components and hardware undergo rigorous testing and inspection to ensure that their performance, feel and operation are luxurious.
Known for producing handcrafted windows and doors using authentic materials, Loewen designs are enduring, both aesthetically and in performance.

Exquisite Interior Matte Paint with Dunn-Edwards
2021-01-14 11:00 - 12:00
Features: Excellent Stain Resistance, Washability, Scuff Resistance, Burnish & Color Rub-off Resistance. The presentation will also feature Dunn-Edwards colors and our Environmental theme – Greener by Design. Earn 1LU.
The registration link is https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nSozHqjSQ1GaGqyJpQFT1A

LUNCH & LEARN WITH SKY FACTORY
2020-10-21 12:00 - 13:00
LUNCH & LEARN WITH SKY FACTORY
The Restorative Impact of Perceived Open Space
Link to Register for Zoom:
HSW: 1
Program Overview/Course Description:
In this course we explore the impact of enclosed interiors and deep-plan buildings on human performance. We analyze the role circadian light and perceived open space play in shaping cognitive function, as well as how our psycho-physiology changes in interior environments. We discuss a new approach that proposes the restorative value of perceived open space in its two essential orientations: perceived zenith and perceived horizon line. In contrast to how we perceive these spatial reference frames outdoors, in enclosed interiors where such reference frames are often not visible, we can stage architectural cues to alter our perception of interior space. Restoring these spatial reference frames through a valid multisensory illusion restores a range of wellness benefits normally associated with interiors applying biophilic design principles

AIR: De-Carbonization for a Cleaner Future
2020-10-09 12:00 - 13:00
AIR: De-Carbonization for a Cleaner Future

HSW: 1.5

Join Libby Barnes AIAMB COTE Chair with guest speaker Barry Giles of the NetZero Existing Buildings Company who will speak on de-carbonization and the healthy outdoor and indoor air benefits from moving away from fossil fuels in the building industry.

Learn about building de-carbonization and how we can remove carbon impacts through design and policy.
California/ Bay Area initiatives that are working towards de-carbonization/electrification through alternative energy sources.
Learn how we can retrofit existing buildings to remove operational fossil fuels with alternative forms of energy: How we can influence local municipalities to develop and support strong policies to reduce building emissions. What are the benefits and challenges? Learn about reach codes and how we as architects can push for these regarding de-carbonization in our local building codes.

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0scemtpjstGdbr2xiU_RGe1bEP7O8XY6w5

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Monterey County Recovery Townhall Meeting
2020-10-07 17:30 - 19:00
Monterey County Recovery Townhall Meeting
Monterey County is partnering with other local, state, and federal agencies to host a community meeting for fire survivors to provide an update on recovery efforts and discuss available resources.
Representatives from multiple agencies coordinating recovery efforts will be present to offer information and answer questions from the community.
This meeting will be hosted virtually on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Online: https://montereycty.zoom.us/j/92505088441?pwd=[REDACTED]
Passcode: [REDACTED]
OR
Via Telephone: 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 925 0508 8441

For current information, please visit www.co.monterey.ca.us/recovery. Community members can also subscribe to text updates by texting “MCFIRES2020” to 888777.

SAP Training Webinar
2020-10-05 08:30 - 16:30
WEBINAR: Cal OES Safety Assessment Program
October 30 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
8 HSW Units for AIA Members
Disasters create terrible consequences, forcing people out of their homes into temporary shelters and closing down communities. While productive individuals sit idle in shelters or even move away, local building inspectors struggle to evaluate building safety in hundreds or thousands of damaged structures. Experience in dealing with earthquakes reveals that the number of total inspections due to non-structural damage can be more than three times the number of red-tagged and yellow-tagged buildings.
Threats also exist from other natural and man-made disasters, including floods, hurricanes, and explosions. Most building departments do not have the ability to perform multitudes of such inspections in a short period of time, so a strong need exists to have a cadre of trained professionals available to assist local governments, along with a program to manage this cadre.
The Safety Assessment Program has been used successfully in responding to disasters, such as the Northridge, Napa, and San Simeon earthquakes in California, as well as in response to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. This class will train credentialed persons (licensed civil engineers, architects, or certified building inspectors) to be SAP Evaluators to work in the field posting buildings.
Training Description:
The Safety Assessment Program utilizes volunteers and mutual aid resources to provide professional engineers and architects and certified building inspectors to assist local governments in safety evaluation of their built environment in an aftermath of a disaster. The program is managed by Cal OES with cooperation from professional organizations. SAP produces two resources, SAP Evaluators, described above, and SAP Coordinators, which are local government representatives that coordinate the program.

Objectives:

Attendees will review protocol for working with and assisting local governments in the aftermath of an emergency.
Attendees will learn to evaluate building safety in the aftermath of a disaster.
Attendees (licensed civil engineers, architects, or certified building inspectors) will be trained as credentialed persons to be SAP Evaluators to work in the field posting buildings.
Attendees will learn how to mentor others on health, safety, welfare evaluations.

Date: October 30, 2020
Virtual Training 8:30 – 4:30
Learning Units: 8 AIA HSW Units
Cost: $80

Required books:
Attendees will be required to purchase the following books through store.atcouncil.org To receive certification, attendees must have books available for the training session. Given mail distribution lead times, attendees are highly encouraged to purchase books no later than 10/15/2020 to take advantage of the cheapest shipping costs.
ATC 20-1. Field Manual: Post Earthquake Safety Evaluation of Buildings
Presenters:
Mark S. Kim, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Principal, Director of Architecture
For nearly two decades, Mark has served an integral role in the design, development, and production of a variety of different building types at MVE + Partners, including multi-family housing, student housing, performing arts centers, office buildings, entertainment centers, and K-8 educational facilities.
Mark is a mentor for students involved in USC’s Architectural Guild and served on the Board of Directors for the American Institute of Architects Orange County (AIAOC). He also serves as the AIAOC coordinator for the state disaster coordinator network and actively trains Safety Assessment Program (SAP) volunteers for the State of California of Emergency Services.
David Molinaro, AIA/NCARB
David is a licensed California architect with experience in medical architecture (OSHPD). Prior to architecture, he focused on engineering, product design, and manufacturing in the institutional and hospitality sectors, with more than 15+ years of experience in design problems and project management. David is an NCARB Licensing Advisor and serves on the Board of Directors for the American Institute of Architects Orange County. He also volunteers with CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) and IDEC (Irvine Department of Emergency Communications), both in Irvine.
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Design for Well-being
2020-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
September Climate Action Webinar is on Design for Well-being
AIA CA hosted webinar registration link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3A75EZLrSlalcAdx3mZrhA
HSW LUs: 1 hour
Non members are also welcome to participate, just put N/A in the field asking for AIA #.

Sol Pro Chicken Soup!
2020-09-23 08:00 - 17:00
Sol Pro Chicken Soup!
Coping in the time of Covid.” Hints, tips and tricks. Everyone bring your stories.
If you are currently a sole proprietor, run a small practice or are thinking about making the leap, this is the group for you.
Come share your stories, ask questions and network with others that are going it alone.
This is a free form, informal, non-structured gathering with topics and concerns that are generally relevant to a small practice. Everyone is welcome.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87399047521?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 873 9904 7521
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City Staff: Streamlining the ADU process and regulating for results
2020-09-18 15:00 - 17:00
Monterey County ADU Conference

UWMC and AIAMB will co-host homeowners, city officials, design professionals, builders, and affordable housing advocates for a virtual ADU conference to promote infill housing in Monterey County and equip stakeholders with the tools they need to execute ADU projects. The conference will feature Kol Peterson, ADU expert and author of Backdoor Revolution. Four interactive webinars will cover the following:

Homeowners: All about navigating your ADU project
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 4 p.m.–6 p.m.
ADU Advocates: Financing ADUs and public policy
Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Design Professionals & Builders: How to advocate for your projects
Thursday, Sept. 17, 4 p.m.–6 p.m.
City Staff: Streamlining the ADU process and regulating for results
Friday, Sept. 18, 3 p.m.–5 p.m.

Register Now!
About Kol Peterson
Mr. Peterson is the author of Backdoor Revolution: The Definitive Guide to ADU Development. He is the owner of Caravan – Tiny House Hotel, the first tiny house hotel in the world, and organizer of Portland’s popular ADU Tour. He is a consultant to homeowners about ADUs and teaches ADU classes to homeowners and real estate agents in Oregon, Washington, and California. He is also the editor and manager of www.accessorydwellings.org and www.buildinganadu.com. Kol Peterson is an ADU expert based in Portland, Oregon, who has helped catalyze the exponential growth of ADUs in Portland through advocacy, education, consulting, policy work, and entrepreneurship.
Mr. Peterson earned his master’s degree in environmental planning from Harvard Graduate School of Design. Prior to his ADU work, he worked for the federal government for ten years in Washington, DC and in Portland, Oregon.
*Accessory Dwelling Units are secondary units built on residential lots, also known as granny units or in-law suites.
Registration includes an opportunity for a discount to purchase a digital copy of Kol Peterson’s book, Backdoor Revolution.
Event Supporting Sponsors
Kasavan Architects, California Modulars, Monterey County Association of REALTORS®, Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments, Kasavan Construction, City of Pacific Grove, Justin Pauly Architects, Studio Schicketanz, Central Coast Builders Association, Monterey County Farm Bureau, Workbench, Monterey Energy Group, Inc., Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce, Carmel Chamber of Commerce, City of Salinas, City of Gonzales, and City of Seaside, City of Monterey
Become a sponsor!

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Design Professionals & Builders: How to advocate for your projects
2020-09-17 16:00 - 18:00

ADU Advocates: Financing ADUs and public policy
2020-09-17 10:00 - 12:00

Homeowners: All about navigating your ADU project
2020-09-16 16:00 - 18:00

TOWN HALL; REBUILDING AFTER THE FIRES
2020-09-02 14:00 - 15:30
What, how, WHERE do you start after fire loss and damage?
Permits are the FIRST Step.
Join us for an informational and Q&A time with: Monterey County Resource Management Director Carl Holm
and the team leaders :

Freda Escobar (permit process, point of contact),
Josh Bowling (building permits, inspections),
Tom Moss (erosion control, floodplain),
Brandon Swanson (RMA Planning Mgr.)

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Meeting ID: 984 310 5613
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