AIA Monterey Bay is a co-sponsor of this year's Sandcastle Contest, taking place on Carmel Beach south of 10th Avenue, on Saturday, October 2. Building begins at 8 a.m. with judging beginning at noon. Judges bestow awards in multiple categories, from the coveted Golden Shovel, to the tongue-in-cheek Sour Grapes. For six decades, a late-summer tradition […]
Annual Member and Sponsor Appreciation Picnic Saturday, October 2, Carmel Beach at 13th Street, 2:00 P.M. Calling all AIA Monterey Bay Sponsors and Members: you are cordially invited to be our guests for this annual event that honors you for your support of our local AIA Chapter. Picnic foods and wine will be provided. Wander […]
AIA Monterey Bay Presents an Izor Associates Course Accessible Design: ADA Training Live Webinars: Offered monthly through the end of the year Time: 12:00 - 5:00 P.M. Learning Units: 5 AIA LU | HSW Description: 5 hour webinar covering 2021 CBC Chapter 11B accessibility issue. The course is intended to satisfy AIA/CES-HSW units in addition […]
Join the AIA Monterey Bay community to celebrate the winners of the Excellence in Design Awards Program, and to enjoy a holiday dinner. 6:00 | No Host Reception 6:45 | Buffet Stations Dinner 7:30 | Awards Presentation Thu, December 9, 2021 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST The Barns at Cooper Molera 535 Polk Street […]
California Architect's Role in Climate Resiliency Brought to you by AIA CA Climate Action Resilient Design Committee and Urban Design Committee Moderator: Tian Feng FAIA FCSI | President CAB | District Architect SF Bay Area Rapid Transit District Speakers: Nuin-Tara Key | Deputy Director, Governor’s Climate Office of Planning and Research Steve Winkle, […]
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 23, 2022, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST Learning Units: 1 LU Description: Buildings contribute nearly 40% of annual global CO2 emissions currently and about two-thirds of the global building stock will still exist in 2040. If not retrofitted, the existing buildings will continue to generate unsustainable levels of GHG emissions. Thus, this session […]
COTE Event Provided by AIA Monterey Bay Decoding the 2030 Challenge for 2022 Date/Time: Friday, March 4, 2022, 12:00 - 1:30 P.M. Learning Units: 1.5 LU/HSW Cost: Free to AIA MB Members, Allies, Associates, Sponsors, and Architecture Students; $15 for Non-Members Santa Barbara based architect/principal Paul Poirier and AIACA COTE member will walk us through […]
Date/Time: Wednesday, Mar 9, 2022, 12:00 PM in Pacific Time Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW Views out of windows have traditionally been considered “nice to have”, but not crucial for human health and well-being. However, evidence is mounting that quality views are essential for not only increased occupant comfort, satisfaction, and productivity, but long-term health. […]
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 Speakers: Edward Dean, FAIA LEED AP BD+C, PhD, Principal | Bernheim + Dean, Inc Sustainable Building Consultants Description: Edward Dean, FAIA, will present […]
