AIA New England Regional Conference

Join us at the historic Biltmore Hotel in downtown Providence on September 26 – 28 for the AIA New England Regional Conference and Design Awards Celebration. Connect with architects, designers, and experts from around the region, and discuss the evolution of architecture in New England. From visiting local adaptive reuse projects to tours of the […]

WBNA Broadway House Tour

{{broadwayhousetour{{Are you curious about the stately former mansions that line Broadway? Ever wonder what Barnaby’s Castle looks like on the inside? On Saturday October 4, 2014, the West Broadway Neighborhood Association (WBNA) is holding a self-guided tour of some of Providence — and Rhode Island’s — finest examples of Victorian architecture. Ten magnificent homes and buildings, most […]

RI Commercial Energy Code Webinar: Controlling Air & Moisture in the Building Enclosure

Controlling the movement of air and moisture through building envelope assemblies is critical to energy performance, indoor air quality and building durability. The Rhode Island Energy Conservation Code includes many provisions designed to control unwanted air and moisture migration to maintain anticipated energy performance. This webinar will present the basics of building envelope sealing including […]

“Form and Detritus” – A Lecture by Brian Delford Andrews

Brian Delford Andrews is involved in research, teaching and practicing of architecture. Much of his work revolves around drawing / representation and the relationship between modernism and history. He is currently working on a number of books, including a book about the Asilo Sant Elia by Terragni, the Getty Villa Competition Sketchbooks, and Michelangelo’s Sistine […]

Wilbur E. Yoder Retirement Celebration

Professor Emeritus Wilbur Yoder, B.Arch. '62 is retiring. Come celebrate Wil's 50 years of service to the RISD community! Register Here {{wilbur-yoder-retirement-celebration}} LOCATION: RISD Architecture, Bayard Ewing Building, 231 South Main Street, Providence RI 02903

RI Commercial Energy Code: Mechanical Provisions

This course covers the updated provisions for both simple and complex mechanical systems. The course will stress the importance of properly sizing and designing HVAC systems and the code compliance obligations of the project mechanical engineer. It will also cover the proper application of code provisions for demand control ventilation, energy recovery, system balancing/commissioning, and […]

RI Commercial Energy Code: Lighting, Lighting Control and Other Electrical Provisions

This course covers the updated provisions for both simple and complex mechanical systems. The course will stress the importance of properly sizing and designing HVAC systems and the code compliance obligations of the project mechanical engineer. It will also cover the proper application of code provisions for demand control ventilation, energy recovery, system balancing/commissioning, and […]

Vision for the Greater Kennedy Plaza: Walkabout & Panel Discussion

The Vision for Greater Kennedy Plaza, a project being implemented through a public-private partnership between the Downtown Providence Parks Conservancy and the City of Providence, is to create a pedestrian-friendly environment, encourage RIPTA ridership, bolster economic well-being, promote arts and culture, and encourage tourism. The first steps towards implementation of the long-range Vision for Kennedy […]

RI Commercial Energy Code Webinar: Daylighting Requirements

This course covers the updated provisions for both simple and complex mechanical systems. The course will stress the importance of properly sizing and designing HVAC systems and the code compliance obligations of the project mechanical engineer. It will also cover the proper application of code provisions for demand control ventilation, energy recovery, system balancing/commissioning, and […]

“Work and Research” – Miguel Roldan

"Work and Research" a lecture by Miguel Roldan, Principal, Roldan + Berengue, Arqts., Barcelona, Spain, and Director of the Barcelona Architecture Center. {{miguel-roldan-lecture-at-rwu}} LOCATION: The DF Pray Foundation Lecture Theather, Arch 132, School of Architecture, Roger Williams University, One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI

Susan Szenasy “Design Advocacy & Ethics” – RISD Shared Voices

For more than 30 years, the voice of Susan Szenasy's voice has resonated as editor-in-chief, writer, teacher, moderator, filmmaker and lecturer. In all of these roles, her advocacy for ethical, sustainable, human-centered design has been her guiding light. Known for decades as the Editor-in-Chief of Metropolis magazine, Szenasy has led the charge on issues ranging […]

RIGBC Presents Geothermal Systems

TACO, Inc, 1160 Cranston Street, Cranston, Rhode Island Program starts promptly at 8:00 AM Geothermal Systems have been available for decades as viable energy efficient HVAC systems. In recent years many groups have provided new products and technologies to advance Geothermal systems. This presentation explores the basics of Geothermal Systems including:Geothermal Thermal WellsTypes of Geothermal SystemsCoefficient […]