AIA Conference on Architecture 2020

This event has been canceled. The 2021 AIA Conference on Architecture will be in Philidelphia, PA.  The 2020 AIA Conference on Architecture will be in Los Angeles, CA. Register Here

Webinar: Armstrong Ceilings presents, Acoustical Design for Today’s Buildings

1 HSW Zoom  Registration required Course Description:  Poor architectural acoustics can negatively affect building occupants' concentration, comprehension, confidentiality, healing, and/or learning. By contrast, good sound qualities can add drama, vibrancy, and energy, enhancing the occupant experience.  Join us to explore the many options available today that help architects design for acoustics without compromising their design […]

Webinar: Armstrong Flooring presents, The Six Pillars of Sustainability

1 HSW, 1 GBCI Zoom Registration required. Course Description:  This course explores the six pillars that must be considered when designing and selecting sustainable flooring. The course reviews flooring through the environmental and social lens of sustainability, and explains how the six pillars relate to the health and well-being of building occupants.  Key attributes of […]

Webinar: dormakaba USA, Inc. presents, Managing & Specifying Architectural Opening Hardware

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 […]

Webinar: Schluter Systems presents, The Uncoupling Principle

1 HSW Zoom Registration required Course Description: This seminar will examine the Uncoupling Principle, which is now recognized in the Tile Council of America's 2001 Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation. Review the history behind the Uncoupling Principle and examine the evolution of tile setting techniques, along with the benefits and limitations of each stage of […]

Awards Committee Zoom Meeting

Please contribute to the Awards Committee Meeting to share your ideas about the 2020 Awards event.  Email info@aia-ri.org for zoom link.

Webinar: International Masonry Institute presents, Forensic Engineering for Historic Properties

1 HSW  Zoom Registration required Course Description:  Historic buildings and structures can show signs of distress or damage, but require an investigation to understand the root cause of the issue. Forensic engineering is the field of engineering where we assess and diagnose problems. Information from the investigation is used to develop repair and restoration solutions […]

Webinar: Guardian Glass presents, Evolution of Glass and Performance Coatings

1 HSW Zoom Registration required. Course Description: This one-hour interactive session combines science with application, using illustration and examples, to help participants understand what makes glass distinctive and valuable as a building material. Participants will identify opportunities to enhance building performance and human experience through advanced glass capabilities. They will also recognize and respond to […]

Webinar: Benjamin Obdyke presents, Drainage & Drying in the Exterior Wall

1 HSW Zoom Registration required. Course Description: Determining the best system for managing moisture can be challenging.  Many factors such as climate, cladding, and cost should be considered when designing a sustainable wall.  This course explores those factors, as well as trends in building codes and best practices. Learning Objectives: Recognize the integral role of […]