FY 2020- 2021 Events

October 2020

Virtual Event - Down Then Up We Go

  • Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020
  • Time: 6:15-8:00pm
  • Speakers: Roger Stine

The building expansion project by NK Architects for The Chapin School, an all-girl independent K-12 school located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, includes new and renovated spaces to support the expansion of academic, athletic, community and performing arts programs. The existing 130,000 SF, eight-story building is being expanded vertically to create approximately 30,000 SF of new space. The project scope includes excavation of one floor beneath the existing building to create new program facilities.

This multi-year, phased construction project will create a 21st-century community-based spaces that will integrate tradition and innovation, while optimizing facility performance.

November 2020

Colors and Stories of Falling Water

  • Date: Thursday, November 19, 2020
  • Time: 12:15-1:30pm
  • Sponsor: PPG


The Colors and Stories of Fallingwater presentation discusses the how and why the setting, colors and materials were selected for Fallingwater. Every specification came from a source of inspiration with nature being the main muse. See why the natural ochre color was chosen for the interior and exterior surfaces, how engaging the senses became part of the build recommendations and the materials selected continue to inspire architectural specs.

December 2020

Virtual Event - Understanding Historic Preservation in New Jersey


This course provides an introduction to historic preservation regulations in New Jersey including the legal basis for local preservation ordinances, state and federal statutes that dictate historic preservation standards, and how to follow local design guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards to specify the proper building materials for approvals.

January 2021

Virtual Event - Specification Formats and Processes

  • Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021
  • Time: 12:15-1:30pm
  • Speakers: Dave Stutzman


AIA Owner-Architect agreements require the design team to produce written design documentation during each design phase. Understanding the requirements, the expected content, and the purpose of each document is key to meeting the architect's contractual obligations.

This course reviews the architect's contractual requirements for documenting design intent, products and systems, and project quality during each design phase and the tools available to help produce each required document. Reliance on recognized industry standards governing each type of document ensures a uniform structure to promote efficient communication of project design to the owner and construction requirements to the contractor. The formal information structure allows nearly instant data retrieval when needed to address questions, especially during the construction administration phase.

February 2021

An Introduction To The Well Building Standard

  • Date: Thursday, February 18, 2021
  • Time: 12:15-1:30pm
  • Speakers: Juan Raigosa

An Introduction to WELL provides an overview of the WELL Building Standard framework and certification process. The WELL Building Standard™ version 2 (WELL v2™) is a vehicle for buildings and organizations to deliver more thoughtful and intentional spaces that enhance human health and well-being. WELL v2 includes a set of strategies—backed by the latest scientific research—that aim to advance human health through design interventions and operational protocols and policies and foster a culture of health and wellness. Built upon the pioneering foundation of the first version of the WELL Building Standard (WELL v1), WELL v2 draws expertise from a diverse community of WELL users, practitioners, public health professionals and building scientists around the world. This presentation will introduce how the WELL Building Standard as the framework to transform buildings and organizations in ways that advance health and well-being to help people thrive.

Learning Objectives:

  • Articulate the financial, societal, and environmental benefits of WELL certification

  • Identify the role of the International Well Building Institute and the WELL Building Standard

  • Recognize the structure of the WELL Building Standard and what project types are applicable

    Explain the 10 concepts of the WELL Building standard, the strategies to achieve them, and the health impacts they address

  • Summarize the certification process of the WELL Building Standard including scoring and certification levels

This course reviews the architect's contractual requirements for documenting design intent, products and systems, and project quality during each design phase and the tools available to help produce each required document. Reliance on recognized industry standards governing each type of document ensures a uniform structure to promote efficient communication of project design to the owner and construction requirements to the contractor. The formal information structure allows nearly instant data retrieval when needed to address questions, especially during the construction administration phase.

 

March 2021

Virtual Event - Embracing Mass Timber

  • Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021
  • Time: 12:!5-1:30pm
  • Speakers: Scott Wood
  • Sponsor: Empire Sales Group

This live presentation provides detailed information on mass timber building enclosure issues and a how-to-guide on detailing the wall and roof assembly.

We will examine:

  • Mass timber market conditions

  • Building science of mass timber

  • Rainscreen design

  • Mass timber details

  • Construction phase considerations

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize CLT’s unique sensitivity to moisture

  • Learn the special design requirements for CLT building enclosures

  • Review options for attaching cladding components

  • Collect best practices for designing and installing vapor permeable WRB/Air Barriers

  • Review best practices for detailing CLT roof assemblies

April 2021

Virtual Event - Understanding Mechanical Systems

  • Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021
  • Time: 12:15-1:30pm
  • Sponsor: GPI

Join us for a discussion regarding Mechanical Systems!

Attendees will gain an understanding of the concept of Heating and Cooling and the criteria considered for HVAC System Selection including what affects load calculations.

Different mechanical systems will be reviewed including their applications, components, advantages, and disadvantages

Learn about criteria for HVAC System Selection, Concept of Heating and Cooling, Load Calculations, Airside Concept and VAV Distribution, Refrigerant Cycle, and Systems Types.

May 2021

Virtual Event - Smart Buildings: Integrated Technology For Healthcare Facilities

  • Date: Thursday, May 20, 2021
  • Time: 12:15-1:30pm
  • Speakers: Michael Witecki
  • Sponsor: wsp


Smart buildings, integrated building technology, and the Internet of things (IoT) are hot buzz words today. But what do they mean? And more importantly, how does all this integration make healthcare buildings better? This course will explain the concepts of integrated building technology and define the fundamental design philosophy and components necessary for a truly interactive healthcare facility. Through case studies, we explore opportunities offered by a mobile device platform for improved occupant experience and operational savings over traditional facilities. We will identify potential revenue streams for integrated facilities and demonstrate their advantages to clients and facility operators.

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