Lunchtime Learning: Floodplains
2024-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Presented by Floodproofing.com
Lunch Provided
1 LU/HSW
In this 1-hour course, we’ll identify FEMA, NFIP, ASCE, ICC and Building Code Standards that
pertain to flood hazard areas. The goal is to review the potential risk associated with building
in the floodplain and the mitigation steps you can take to protect structures and maintain
business continuity. After the training, attendees should have a thorough understanding of the
floodproofing options available as well as the recent updates and changes in the world of
floodplain design.

Lunchtime Learning: City of Santa Barbara Objective Design and Development
2024-04-19 12:00 - 13:00
1 LU
Presented by Rosie Dyste, Project Planner
The City of Santa Barbara’s draft ODDS (objective design and development standards) is in response to the CA state mandate to define ODS (objective design standards) intended to streamline multi-family housing project approvals.
The ODDS approach by the City goes beyond ODS by including development standards in addition to design standards. The draft is a multi layered form based code that prescribes detailed standards for multi-family housing development. It also includes an Architectural styles map which delineates where Mediterranean, Craftsman and Contemporary styles would be allowed.
City planning staff including Rosie Dyste will provide an overview of the proposed ordinance for AIASB chapter members. The purpose is to educate about the ODDS initiative, provide an opportunity for questions to be answered, as well as provide input and feedback to City staff. Once adopted, these standards may be more broadly utilized in response to changing State laws, warranting AIASB’s careful attention.

Building with Hemp, a general overview: Plant to Structure
2024-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU/HSW Pending
Lunch provided
Presented by Amanda Martin-Behrendtsen
Learn about hemp’s resilience, energy efficiency, and disaster mitigation in building practices in a concise overview.

Engineered Wood Products: A Carbon Solution
2024-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU/HSW
This course will cover how engineered wood can be instrumental in driving down embodied
carbon reducing the global warming potential for new construction. Attendees will gain an
understanding of:
+ The increasing importance of embodied carbon
+ Timber’s role in building the carbon neutral future
+ Engineered wood products and solutions
+ Taking environmental benefit further with engineered wood

Lunchtime Learning - Solar Energy and Storage Solutions: Navigating the New NEM 3 Regulations
2024-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Lunchtime Learning
Presenters: Cash Upton and Spencer Hann, Brighten Solar
This presentation will dive into the latest advancements in solar energy and battery storage, with a focus on understanding NEM 3 implications, exploring the role of energy storage solutions, and distinguishing between grid-tied and backup battery systems. Participants will gain insights into the current solar energy landscape and its influence on architectural design and sustainable building practices.

Fused Bamboo, A Sustainable Choice for Building Materials
2024-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU/HSW
Lunch included! No charge for members
Presented by dassoXTR
This presentation is designed to provide an overview of Composite Bamboo Technology. This course covers typical applications, product types, energy efficiency, code requirements, and standard materials and fabrication methods. Topics include : Design considerations for today’s market; Specifying the right product for the application; Types of systems and their features; Industry standards in terms of code compliance, structural integrity, and testing performance.
Learning Objectives:
1. Outline the types of projects to use Bamboo Building Materials: High quality meets Sustainability.​
2. Illustrate the bamboo as a renewable resource.
3, Analyze the properties and benefits of bamboo as a building material.
4. Describe the fast-growing industry of Bamboo.
5. Determine the process and development of Fused Bamboo

As-Built Surveying Best Practices
2024-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom link will be sent to attendees prior to the event.
1 LU
As-Built Surveying Best Practices is a comprehensive course that teaches architects how to create As-Built plans prior to beginning their design process. The class is intended to educate the attendee about both parts of the As-Built survey process – gathering the field measurements of the structure, as well as using the data collected to draft or model the final plans needed by the architect. The first part of the course focuses on laser scanning, which is quickly being adopted as the main form of field measuring because of its efficiency and accuracy. The second part of the course explains the second step in creating As-Built plans, which is to document the existing conditions using the Point Cloud in AutoCAD 2D drafting software and/or various 3D Building Information Modeling software. When attendees complete the course, they will understand the full process for creating As-Built plans using laser scanning as the main method for gathering field measurements.

Infratech Lunchtime Learning
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Electric Infrared Heating Systems: Creating Long-Term Sustainability
Register here.
1 LU
Lunch included! No charge for members
Presented by Infratech
Join us for an illuminating session on electric infrared heating systems and their critical role in creating long-term sustainability. This comprehensive course will explore innovative heating technologies that offer superior energy efficiency, environmental benefits, and design flexibility for both residential and commercial spaces.
Key Learning Objectives:
1. Discover the environmental advantages of electric infrared heaters
2. Compare different outdoor heating options and their sustainability profiles
3. Understand the technical features and design possibilities of infrared heating systems
4. Learn about energy-efficient controls and mounting solutions
Participants will gain insights into:
– Energy efficiency (over 90% efficient)
– Zero emissions and eco-friendly heating solutions
– Cost-effective installation and operation
– Versatile design options for architects and designers

Lunch & Learn: Residential Design Meets Technology
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Mission Audio Video, 1910 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU
Lunch Provided! No charge for members
About
This seminar provides an overview of incorporating popular technologies, such as smart thermostats, motorized shades, lighting control, and security systems. In this fast-paced course, you’ll learn the latest interior technology and how it shapes the experience of spaces you design. You will get inspiration for how you can expand the breadth of your practice by incorporating technology into your designs without needing to be a technology expert.
Learning Objectives

Understand smart technology evolution in the past 50 years
Learn what interior technology is and how design meets technology
Discover interior technology function and benefits relative to: Infrastructure, Lighting, Media, Integration, and User Interfaces
Explore top interior technology residential applications, common misconceptions, and design considerations

Lunch & Learn: Solar + Batteries with Brighten Solar Co.
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU
Lunch Provided! No charge for members
About
As solar and battery storage become standard in high-performance residential design, architects are increasingly called upon to integrate these systems from the earliest stages of a project. This presentation covers how early solar coordination preserves architectural intent, improves performance, and avoids costly retrofits — including roof design strategies, battery placement, whole-home backup architecture, and California Title 24 requirements.
Learning Objectives

Understand how early solar and storage integration influences roof design, electrical planning, and architectural detailing.
Learn what’s new in home battery technology and whole-home backup architecture, including how equipment placement and clearance requirements affect exterior design.
Gain a working understanding of California Title 24 solar requirements for new residential construction and their design implications.

Lunch & Learn: Illuminating Design
2026-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Mission Audio Video, 1910 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Presented by Ellie Doherty from dmf lighting
1 LU
Lunch Provided! No charge for members

Crafting atmosphere through lighting with dmf Luxury.

About
Thought and care is put into the design of a home, and lighting’s role should be to help realize that vision and cultivate an experience. In this course, we will understand how lighting affects materiality, finishes, and design details in a luxury residence. We will review the basic elements of lighting design and how they are used. Focus is placed on how lighting can be tailored to clients’ lifestyles and on learning about the different tools used to achieve design intent through lighting solutions. This course will review the different types of fixtures, their use, and what determines a fixture’s quality.
Learning Objectives

Identify the fundamental elements of residential lighting design and explain how appropriate lighting selection and placement support occupant health, visual comfort, and overall well-being in luxury homes.
Evaluate how lighting interacts with materiality, finishes, and architectural details to enhance safety, usability, and long-term performance of residential interiors.
Analyze different residential lighting fixture types and quality indicators to determine suitable solutions that balance design intent with safety, durability, and client lifestyle needs.
Apply lighting design strategies and tools to develop residential lighting solutions that support safe circulation, task performance, and adaptable living environments while maintaining design integrity.

Lunch & Learn: Hard Walls, High Style by Formica
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
1 LU
Lunch Provided! No charge for members

Lunch & Learn: Hard Walls, High Style
About
Commercial spaces require vertical surfaces that are durable, long-lasting, impact-resistant, and stylish. They must have industrial strength, but exude the latest trendy ambiance. Our focus today is on decorative protection panels that take the idea of high-pressure laminates to the next level, replacing the kraft paper core with a durable and resilient fiberglass core. This course explores the next generation of durable wall panels.
Learning Objectives
1. Discuss the need for durable, decorative panels for commercial, retail, health care, education, food service, and other settings
2. Describe types of wall protection products and their strengths and weaknesses
3. Identify testing, standards, and certifications for protective wall panels
4. And identify a variety of other laminate choices for vertical surfaces, including metal laminates, writable laminates, and custom laminates
About the Speaker
Rachael Olsem joined Formica Corporation in July 2025. She previously worked as an A&D representative for TOTO USA and Autex Acoustics. Originally from Iowa, Rachael grew up on a farm surrounded by plumbers, electricians, and carpenters, which helped spark her interest in the built environment. She holds a BA in Nonprofit Management from the University of Northern Iowa. Now based in Calabasas, Rachael enjoys helping clients find solutions for their projects, especially when they involve complex or technical challenges. In her spare time, she makes suits for women and custom embroidery for company branding.

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Lunch & Learn: Built for a lifetime, Permalock Aluminum Shingles
2026-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
June 24th | 12PM – 1PM | AIASB Chapter House
1 LU Pending
Lunch provided! No charge for members

Lunch & Learn: Built to last a lifetime, Permalock Aluminum Shingles
About
Join AIA Santa Barbara for an upcoming Lunch and Learn introducing Permalock Aluminum Shingles — an innovative roofing solution that combines the classic aesthetic of slate and wood shingles with the exceptional durability of aluminum. Ideal for coastal environments and projects where standing seam roofs are restricted, Permalock offers a compelling case for rethinking what a metal roof can look like.
Learning Objectives

Evaluate the fire-resistance properties of non-combustible aluminum roofing systems and their role in reducing risk in wildfire-prone and coastal environments, in support of occupant safety and community resilience.
Identify the structural safety implications of roofing material weight, and explain how lightweight aluminum shingle systems — at 40 lbs per 100 sq ft compared to 250 lbs for conventional shingles — reduce dead load and associated risk in building design.
Describe the health and environmental benefits of specifying fully recyclable, non-toxic roofing materials over petroleum-based products, including the long-term impact on material waste, air quality, and occupant well-being.
Apply knowledge of roofing material longevity and thermal performance to make informed specification decisions that support energy efficiency, reduce urban heat island effects, and contribute to the long-term safety and habitability of the built environment.

About CAP Metal Build
“Our company was founded on a simple conviction: most roofing systems are designed around replacement cycles, while metal roofing is designed around longevity. In an industry filled with shortcuts, misleading warranties, and temporary solutions, we have chosen a different path. The world of roofing is crowded with bad actors, and many homeowners have been conditioned to accept products marketed as “lifetime” systems that often fail long before a true lifetime ever arrives. Even many asphalt shingle manufacturers participate in this culture of misleading expectations. We refuse to. That is why we specialize in true lifetime metal roofing systems — roofs built to protect your home for decades, and in many cases, for the rest of your life. At CAP Metal Build, we do not believe in selling temporary roofing solutions unless there is absolutely no other option. We believe homeowners deserve honesty, transparency, and guidance that prioritizes long-term value over short-term convenience. We are roofers first, not sheet metal workers trying to become roofers. Our team understands roofing systems from the deck up: ventilation, waterproofing, flashing, structural integration, and the details that determine whether a roof performs beautifully for generations or slowly fails over time. That roofing-first philosophy allows us to install multiple types of metal roofing systems with precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.” – CAP Metal Build

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Lunch & Learn: Designed to Disappear
2026-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Mission Audio Video, 1910 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
August 26th | 12PM – 1PM | Mission Audio Video

1 LU | HSW
Lunch Provided! No charge for members

Lunch & Learn: Designed to Disappear
About
This course will introduce the builder, designer, or architect to the design and wellness benefits of integrating technology into the design and architecture of a project. The course will begin by defining the luxury experience in residential design. It will then dive deeper into audio and lighting as elements that influence the luxury experience. Finally, the course will present solutions for hiding these and other technologies in design and architecture.

Speaker:
Mike Cleary
Senior Director of Strategic Accounts
“Mike Cleary is a respected industry expert known for bringing high energy, genuine enthusiasm, and a warm, personal approach to educating architects and trade professionals. As Senior Director of Strategic Accounts at Sonance, Mike has built a reputation for making complex technology concepts accessible and engaging, bridging the gap between design intent and technical execution with a conversational style that resonates across every audience.”

Learning Objectives

To define the luxury experience in the residential space.
To draw parallels between lighting and audio design.
To establish audio as a benefit to the way people experience their homes.
To explore solutions and ways to hide technology into architecture and interior design.

About Sonance
“Sonance is based firmly in the belief that technology should be designed to disappear. It began in 1983 when founders Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer introduced the world’s first in-wall loudspeaker. This approach of leading with design led to many more “firsts” and a proud heritage of innovation, continually Reimagining Sound. These are the things that have inspired a philosophy that continues to drive the company’s brands today: that technology can, and should, blend in with the architecture and interior design of any space.” – Sonance

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