The Task Force on Black Lives Matter is charged to develop a rapid response to: issues raised by Black Lives Matter protests and systemic racism in the AIA, the profession and the built environment. The Task Force will submit its findings and recommendations to the chapter's Board of Directors. Contact info for zoom log in.
The Design Awards Committee is meeting regularly to plan for the event scheduled for December 9. All are welcome, contact roni.phipps for zoom link.
1.5 LU/HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: This presentation will provide an overview of HVAC, electrical and plumbing system design. We will cover basic scientific principles on heat transfer and electricity, HVAC, electrical and fire protection system options, and also how they affect architectural design. Topics include: heat transfer, ventilation, air and water cooling systems, […]
The Task Force on Black Lives Matter is charged to develop a rapid response to: issues raised by Black Lives Matter protests and systemic racism in the AIA, the profession and the built environment. The Task Force will submit its findings and recommendations to the chapter's Board of Directors. Contact info for zoom log in.
For information and to register, please see 2020 AIAri Golf Classic
1 HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: Provide an overview of builders’ hardware or finish hardware choices; options, applications and information for users and designers to reduce misapplications. We will discuss building code administrations, laws, code compliance, and industry standards for providing security and safety measures while providing accessibility and emergency egress to meet the […]
1 HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: The courseexplores the human-nature connection and attraction to nature, identified as biophilia, and the benefits of incorporating elements of nature, both real and simulated, into built spaces. We explore the ways that our lives are dependently and beneficially intertwined with nature. We look at the trend towards Biophilic […]
AIA Connecticut Continuing Education - 3LU Please join AIA - CT for their second annual Leadership and Equity Summit. They have assembled a group of nationally recognized and forward-thinking architects, business strategists, and thought leaders who will lead a conversation on the future of practice. This event aims to build equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice […]
{{ne-logo}} Join Us for the 2020 AIANE Design Awards ProgramThe 2020 AIA New England Design Awards Program is hosted by AIA Vermont and will take place virtually. Register below to receive the link.The event program is as follows: Panel Discussion Design for a Changing World: How Can Architecture Respond to Societal Shifts? Our values and beliefs […]
The Committee on the Environment (COTE) will hold its regular monthly meeting, the last Monday of each month. All who are interested are welcome. Email roni.phipps for zoom link.
1 HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: This course presents the background and results from a unique study of how high-performing buildings can impact the outcomes for their occupants. A large sample group of professionals of diverse functions were studied as they performed their tasks and lived their work lives in two distinct office environments. […]
1 HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: This course describes the multiple challenges in designing high performance building envelopes in order to deliver energy performance, sufficient glazed area for optimized daylight admission and views, thermal comfort and condensation resistance (indoor air quality) as well as structural and durability performance, yet still providing architectural design freedom. […]