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SUMMARY:Design Practice Exchange
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin a NEW AIA Santa Barbara committee on May 6th! \n\n\n\nDesign Practice Exchange brings together design firm leaders for candid conversations about running a business. From operations and financial performance to growth and leadership\, this is a space to share experiences\, challenges\, and ideas with peers. \nIn the first meeting\, we’ll hear from business leaders and open the conversation to better understand the group’s needs\, priorities\, and goals moving forward. \n-1 LU Pending \n-Refreshments provided
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/design-practice-exchange/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T193000
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SUMMARY:May Women in Architecture Conversation Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nAIA Women in Architecture\nTuesday\, May 5th\n5:30 PM\nGood Company\n2613 De La Vina Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93101 \nWe hope you’ll join us for our monthly Women in Architecture gathering. This month\, we will be hearing from Qing Xue\, AIA architect at Harrison Design whose work focuses on high-end residential\, institutional\, and historic restoration projects. \nAbout Qing Xue \nBefore moving to Santa Barbara\, Qing worked in England on classical and traditional architecture with John Simpson Architects in London and ADAM Architecture in Winchester. She currently serves on the board of the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation and has contributed to the master planning of Santa Barbara’s State Street. \nBorn in China\, Qing earned her Master of Architecture and a master’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Notre Dame. Outside of practice\, she enjoys pencil drawing\, watercolor\, and pottery\, which continue to shape her appreciation for craftsmanship and materiality. \nAbout our host: \nGood Company is an interior design studio and social club within a residential house that provides an experiential community gathering destination and is the perfect venue for design and domestic-centric events. Advanced membership provides children’s programming\, after-school enrichment\, as well as educational programming including topics that apply to pillars of home\, wellness\, and community.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/wia-may/
LOCATION:GOOD COMPANY\, 2613 De La Vina St\, Santa Barbara\, 93105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T193000
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Open House at Studio William Hefner
DESCRIPTION:   \n  \n1 LU Pending \nRefreshments and food provided \nStudio William Hefner is opening its doors for an exciting tour of their design studio! \nJoin Emerging Professionals for an Open House at Studio William Hefner’s Montecito studio. \nKnown for a diverse portfolio spanning modern and traditional architecture\, SWh is guided by a passion for warm livability and an uncompromising attention to detail. SWH works across styles and regions\, always beginning with the client’s vision and designing spaces that enrich everyday life. This is a great opportunity for emerging professionals to tour the studio\, engage with their team\, and gain insight into a design process built on curiosity\, collaboration\, and craft. \n  \nAbout Studio William Hefner \n“For over three decades Studio William Hefner has created luxury homes in California\, across the US\, and internationally. With offices in Los Angeles and Montecito\, our projects range from new urban houses to country estates and landmark restorations\, as well as commercial typologies. We achieve the fullest experience of a space for our clients when we can tailor interior design and custom furnishings to the character of the architecture and landscape. \nOur work is always guided by a quest for simplicity and elegance. We are grounded in an appreciation for the fine craft of building and a harmonious use of natural forms and materials. Balance is a central condition of our practice. Everything we make emphasizes authenticity and historical reference\, while embracing 21st century technology\, comforts\, and spatial invention. We seek a modern lightness in all that we do\, to create places that are warm and understated\, evocative and original\, and always\, richly restful.” – williamhefner.com \nReserve your spot!
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/epatstudiowilliamhefner/
LOCATION:Studio William Hefner\, 113 Middle Road\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Illuminating Design
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ellie Doherty from dmf lighting\n1 LU \nLunch Provided! No charge for members \n\nCrafting atmosphere through lighting with dmf Luxury.\n\nAbout \nThought 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. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify 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.\nEvaluate how lighting interacts with materiality\, finishes\, and architectural details to enhance safety\, usability\, and long-term performance of residential interiors.\nAnalyze different residential lighting fixture types and quality indicators to determine suitable solutions that balance design intent with safety\, durability\, and client lifestyle needs.\nApply lighting design strategies and tools to develop residential lighting solutions that support safe circulation\, task performance\, and adaptable living environments while maintaining design integrity.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-dmf/
LOCATION:Mission Audio Video\, 1910 De La Vina St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T193000
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SUMMARY:April Global Design Series
DESCRIPTION:April 8\, 2026\n6:00PM – 7:00PM\nAIA Chapter House\n1 HSW Pending  \nData Centers and AI Infrastructure Boom: Conscientious Development\nAbout the Event \nBehind exciting new AI architectural visualization tools lie a quieter but important discussion for the architecture industry: the infrastructure needed to power them. Please join us on April 8th for a presentation and subsequent small group discussion about data centers built to support our AI usage\, and their impact on the built environment and local communities. \nThe discussion will be prefaced with a presentation by Erika Kessler putting New Albany\, Ohio under a spotlight\, a small town technological hotspot boasting big names such as Meta\, Google\, and Amazon. Using this case study\, we will explore how rapid technological developments can reshape a sense of place. Together we will consider how Santa Barbara can proactively establish a strategy to embrace technological advancements in alignment with our community values and explore what our role is as designers and stewards of our community to guide these changes.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/aprilglobaldesignseries/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260407T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
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SUMMARY:April Women in Architecture Conversation Series
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n  \nAIA Women in Architecture\nTuesday\, April 7th\n5:30 PM\nMission Audio\n1910 De La Vina Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93101 \nWe hope you’ll join us for our monthly Women in Architecture gathering. This month\, we will be hearing from Ellen Kokinda\, Santa Barbara City Planner & previous Design Review Supervisor\, who will be joined with Santa Barbara’s new Architectural Historian. \nEllen Kokinda is an urban planner with over a decade of experience in community development\, land use policy\, and public engagement. She currently serves as City Planner with the City of Santa Barbara’s Community Development Department\, having previously served as Design Review Supervisor. In both roles\, she has guided applicants through the City’s permitting and design review processes and advised on how to keep projects moving forward. Ellen is currently overseeing the City’s Single Family Streamlining Project — an initiative to simplify the approval process for single-family residential projects through Zoning Ordinance and Single Family Design Board amendments\, balancing greater flexibility for homeowners with Santa Barbara’s tradition of quality architecture and neighborhood character. Prior to moving to the West Coast\, Ellen worked with the City of Cambridge’s Community Development Department\, leading the development of a Net Zero Action Plan — a multi-stakeholder process that resulted in the City adopting a 25-Year roadmap toward net zero carbon emissions from building operations. Ellen holds a Master of Arts in Urban & Environmental Policy & Planning from Tufts University and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts & Design from James Madison University. \n  \n \n\n\nAIA Women in Architecture (WIA) is dedicated to fostering relationships among women in the design industry\, supporting career growth\, and increasing the visibility of women in architecture. Our group includes a diverse range of architects and allied professionals – from firm owners to recent graduates – working together to make a positive impact in our profession and community.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/wia-march-2/
LOCATION:Mission Audio Video\, 1910 De La Vina St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260219T202759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T190801Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Open House at Bildsten Architecture and Planning
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n1 LU Pending \nRefreshments and food provided \nJoin AIASB Emerging Professionals for a tour of Bildsten Architecture’s Studio Downtown! \nStep inside the studio of Bildsten Architecture and Planning for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their work\, process\, and passion for shaping sustainable communities along California’s Central Coast. This is a unique opportunity to see how a collaborative\, mission-driven firm navigates local regulations\, sustainability goals\, and client needs—while creating architecture that enriches the broader community. \nAbout Bildsten Architecture and Planning \nFrom initial concept through construction\, the firm designs complete environments that enrich the communities they serve. Their collaborative process emphasizes constant improvement\, deep experience within complex local regulatory systems\, and an unwavering commitment to listening carefully to clients’ goals\, needs\, and budgets. Throughout every phase\, the team remains engaged and passionate about delivering meaningful design solutions. \nWith a strong belief in building sustainable communities\, Bildsten Architecture and Planning advocates for vibrant\, walkable neighborhoods that integrate housing\, workplaces\, schools\, shops\, and recreation. Their commitment extends beyond projects—actively participating in professional and community organizations to support thoughtful growth and lasting positive impact. \nReserve your spot! 
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/epbildsten/
LOCATION:Bildsten Architecture and Planning\, 30 W Figueroa Street\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260219T202109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201829Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Solar + Batteries with Brighten Solar Co.
DESCRIPTION: \n1 LU \nLunch Provided! No charge for members \nAbout \nAs 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. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand how early solar and storage integration influences roof design\, electrical planning\, and architectural detailing.\nLearn what’s new in home battery technology and whole-home backup architecture\, including how equipment placement and clearance requirements affect exterior design.\nGain a working understanding of California Title 24 solar requirements for new residential construction and their design implications.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-brightensolarco/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260227T200645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T184932Z
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SUMMARY:AIASB March General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n1 LU Pending \nDinner and Drinks Provided \n  \nAbout \nJoin the AIA Santa Barbara for the March General Meeting\, featuring a panel discussion with Santa Barbara city administrators exploring the future of the city and the opportunities shaping its next chapter. The conversation will address downtown revitalization efforts\, including the future of State Street\, adaptive reuse strategies\, and emerging plans for Paseo Nuevo and other downtown developments. Panelists will also discuss the proposed June Charter Amendment\, local housing goals and feasibility\, and efforts to streamline permitting and development processes. The evening will conclude with a forward-looking discussion about the policies and projects that may influence Santa Barbara’s growth and vitality in the years ahead. \nPanelists \nAllison DeBusk\nCommunity Development Director\nCITY OF SANTA BARBARA\, Community Development \nKelly McAdoo\nCity Administrator\nCITY OF SANTA BARBARA \nAnthony Valdez\nDeputy City Administrator\nCITY OF SANTA BARBARA
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/aiasb-march-general-meeting/
LOCATION:CEC Environmental Hub\, 1219 State St. Suite A\, Santa Barbara\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings,Major Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260126T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T230919Z
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SUMMARY:March Women in Architecture Conversation Series
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n1 LU Pending \nWe hope you’ll join us for our monthly Women in Architecture gathering. This month\, we will be hearing from Haley Kolosieke\, AICP\, a Land Use Planner at Brownstein. \nSince 1968\, Brownstein has been more than a law firm – they have been a partner in building stronger communities\, working hand-in-hand with local leaders to create solutions that matter. From expanding workforce and affordable housing to streamlining infrastructure and water projects\, and through their recent work on the Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance\, Brownstein remains committed to shaping a vibrant and thriving future for Santa Barbara for generations to come. \nHaley launched her career in Santa Barbara in 2017 and looks forwards to sharing her professional journey\, along with insights from some of her most rewarding land use projects. At Brownstein\, she specializes in land use due diligence reports and entitlements\, including conditional use permits\, coastal development permits\, cannabis licensing\, and lot line adjustments and lot splits. She currently serves as the Santa Barbara Subsection Director for the American Planning Association Central Coast Section\, she is a long-time board member of the Association of Environmental Professionals Channel Counties Section\, and previously served as a team co-leader for AIA’s State Street Design Charrette in 2020. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAIA Women in Architecture (WIA) is dedicated to fostering relationships among women in the design industry\, supporting career growth\, and increasing the visibility of women in architecture. Our group includes a diverse range of architects and allied professionals – from firm owners to recent graduates – working together to make a positive impact in our profession and community.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/wia-march/
LOCATION:Brownstein\, 1020 State Street\, Santa Barbara\, 91731\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Talking with Clients about Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dave Intner\, AIA\, Program Manager for the Energy Code Ace\n1 LU \nLunch Provided! No charge for members \nIn this 1-hour session\, we will provide attendees with essential information to foster confidence in answering clients’ questions about the why and how of pursuing an all-electric home. We will compare the Energy Code requirements supporting electrification\, as opposed to a mixed-fuel design\, and which design features support the reliability and affordability of an all-electric home. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nSummarize key facts regarding heat pump technology — as well as other electric technologies — specific to their performance\, affordability\, and impact on California electric grid.\n\n\nCompare the Energy Code requirements for electric and gas appliances.\nDescribe the differences between all-electric designs and mixed-fuel projects in terms Energy Code compliance and likely impact on construction and operation costs.\nIdentify sources of information and how to access them for guidance on incentive programs\, tax credits\, and rebates supporting the deployment of heat pumps\, electric equipment upgrades\, and energy-efficient appliances.\n\nAbout the presenter: \nDave Intner\, with Southern California Edison’s Building Electrification and Codes & Standards team\, is a Licensed Architect\, LEED AP\, and Certified Energy Manager. A graduate of Cal Poly SLO\, Dave provides education and outreach supporting Building Decarbonization and Energy Code Compliance Improvement. He leads several initiatives focusing on zero net carbon design and energy codes. Other roles at SCE have included managing the field engineering group and assisting architects and engineers with design and incentive support as a program specialist in the Savings by Design Program. Prior to SCE\, Dave practiced architecture for 15 years on buildings of just about every type\, including custom residential\, affordable housing\, university buildings\, and cultural facilities. A LEED Accredited Professional for over 20 years\, Dave also guided several early projects through the full LEED certification process. Dave is the current Vice Chair of the AIA California Climate Action Committee\, is a board member of CABEC (the California Building Energy Consultants)\, a past board member of USGBC California and has served on the LEED Energy and Atmosphere Technical Advisory Group (EA-TAG).
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-kbkg-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260121T195612Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Design Awards Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe American Institute of Architects\, Santa Barbara\, proudly presents the 2025 Design Awards Exhibition at the Faulkner Gallery. \nFaulkner Gallery\n40 E. Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara \nOpen to the public from February 5 through February 27\, 2026\, the exhibit showcases the most inspiring and innovative architectural work of the year. A public reception will be held on the first Thursday\, February 5\, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM\, providing an opportunity to meet the architects and learn about the methodology and creative process behind their projects.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/faulknerexhibition/
LOCATION:Faulkner Gallery\, 40 E Anapamu St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Major Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260112T194049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T204456Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Open House at Central Coast AV featuring Neel Lighting & Controls
DESCRIPTION:Join the Emerging Professionals at Central Coast AV!\n\n– 1 LU pending\n-Refreshments and food provided\n \n\nCelebrate Central Coast AV’s newly-minted Ketra Showroom and mix with your Emerging Professionals peers while exploring the lighting technology designers and architects are buzzing about. See firsthand how Ketra’s human-centric\, museum-quality light elevates interiors\, artwork\, and everyday living.\n\n \nFood and drinks will be provided.\n \nAbout Central Coast Audio Visuals\n\nAt Central Coast AV\, we’re passionate about delivering technology solutions that go beyond expectations\, transforming lives and creating unforgettable experiences. \nEach member of our team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table\, backed by specialized licenses and training. From design and installation to maintenance and support\, you can trust that every aspect of your project is in the hands of skilled professionals who are committed to delivering the highest quality product and service on the market. \nCount on us to design and deliver high-performance home and commercial solutions that are intuitive to use and reliably deliver the experiences you crave. \nFeaturing the Neel Lighting & Controls Ketra Airstream \n“The Ketra Airstream is a mobile lighting laboratory commissioned by Neel Lighting & Controls\, the Lutron Controls representative in California’s central valley and central coast. Realizing our sales territory was vast\, with few opportunities for our customers to visit a brick-and-mortar Ketra Experience Center\, it was obvious that our market would be better served by taking Ketra to the people. \nNow\, we have a meticulously designed and built Ketra Experience inside an iconic Airstream trailer that can roll wherever it is needed to show\, tell and sell the Ketra Experience.” – Neel Lighting and Controls
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/firm-open-house-central-coast-av/
LOCATION:Central Coast Audio Visual\, 4193 Carpinteria Ave\, Carpinteria\, 93013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260109T000530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T001852Z
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SUMMARY:January Global Design Series
DESCRIPTION:Between Permission and Practice: Informality in the Built Environment\nExploring worldwide design trends through the local lens of Santa Barbara. \nWe are delighted to invite you to the fourth session of our “Global Design Series”\, a continuous series of inspiring discussions. \nThis talk & discussion will be led by Augustin Peytchinov. To reserve a spot\, please visit our Eventbrite.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-kbkg-2-2/
LOCATION:Mission Audio Video\, 1910 De La Vina St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260107T053925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T191339Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Residential Design Meets Technology
DESCRIPTION:1 LU \nLunch Provided! No charge for members \nAbout \nThis 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. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand smart technology evolution in the past 50 years\nLearn what interior technology is and how design meets technology\nDiscover interior technology function and benefits relative to: Infrastructure\, Lighting\, Media\, Integration\, and User Interfaces\nExplore top interior technology residential applications\, common misconceptions\, and design considerations
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-residentialdesign/
LOCATION:Mission Audio Video\, 1910 De La Vina St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Lunchtime Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20251014T214336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T002725Z
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SUMMARY:Land\, Labor\, Materials\, and Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Land\, Labor\, Materials\, and Ecology\nLandscapes that are in Service of All Life – Lecture by David Godshall in partnership with Clear Architecture \nThursday\, January 15\, 2025\n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nAIA Chapter House\n1 LU \nAbout the Event \n\nJoin us for a special lecture by David Godshall\, the Co-founder and Principal at TERREMOTO. TERREMOTO is dedicated to making omni-positive gardens and landscapes that are fair\, just\, and generous in their relationships to labor\, materials\, and ecology. With an internal interrogation of landscape history and practice\, the practice aims to create a constantly evolving set of metrics that will allow one to create gardens that reflect the greatness of the current moment. \nIn this lecture\, David explores how closed-loop building strategies redefine architectural practice by shifting from extraction to regeneration. He will elaborate on designing for non-hierarchical office structures and collaborative environments\, which can lead to new creative aesthetics and ethical frameworks. Ultimately\, he will stress the important relationship between people\, materials\, and ecologies to uncover the gentler forms of beauty rooted not in control\, but in reciprocity with the living world. \n\n\n\n  \nClick here to register! \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/aiasb-iessb-panel-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20260107T180313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T191043Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour with Women in Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the New Year with a Happy Hour Social! \n\nKick off 2026 with us at a Women in Architecture Happy Hour Social at Riviera Bar\, an evening to celebrate the new year and the strength of our community. Join us for drinks\, conversation\, and connection in a relaxed\, welcoming setting. This happy hour is open to everyone—women and men are welcome—and is the perfect opportunity to connect\, get involved\, and help shape the next steps. \nDate: Tuesday\, January 13th\nTime: 5:15 PM\nLocation: Riviera Bar\, 20 West Figueroa St.\, Santa Barbara\, CA
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/aiasb-happyhour/
LOCATION:Riviera Bar\, 20 West Figueroa St.\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251223T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251223T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T210126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171940Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T210107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171920Z
UID:10383-1765304100-1765311300@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20251022T180723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T225247Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Design Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the outstanding work of our AIA members.  \nThe annual Design Awards proudly recognize architectural excellence in Santa Barbara. \n\n\nAbout the Awards\nThis is a unique opportunity for your company to establish a presence in Santa Barbara’s architectural community. The awards program features submissions from licensed architects based in Santa Barbara\, as well as from architects outside the area whose projects are located within Santa Barbara County. Honors\, Merits\, and Honorable Mentions will be presented across multiple categories\, including Commercial Buildings\, Single-Family Residential\, Mixed-Use and Multi-Family Residential\, Conservation Projects (Historic Preservation\, Restoration\, Rehabilitation\, or Reconstruction)\, Santa Barbara Style\, Small Projects (Residential Additions\, Remodels\, or ADUs)\, Commercial Interiors\, and Proposed/Unbuilt Projects. \nJurors\nAnnie Chu (FAIA\, NCIDQ\, WELL AP) is a renowned architect\, co-founder of Chu-Gooding\, and lifelong advocate for interior architecture\, celebrated for her refined approach to craft\, color\, and materiality. Over her forty-year career\, she has worked with leading museums\, cultural institutions\, non-profits\, and universities nationwide. Currently\, she serves as an Interior Architect in collaboration with Populous\, for the Los Angeles Convention Center renovation. Known as the “modernist house whisperer\,” she has earned multiple AIA honors for her restoration and design of historic modern residences. A dedicated civic leader and educator\, Annie has served on the Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Commission\, the Mayor’s Design Advisory Panel\, and taught architecture and design for over three decades. She holds degrees from SCI-Arc and Columbia University and was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows in 2016. \nDuncan is a Principal\, Studio Leader\, and Design Director at Gensler with over 30 years of experience creating vibrant\, experience-driven architecture. As a global leader of the firm’s Mixed Use & Retail Centers practice\, his expertise encompasses large-scale retail destinations\, hotels\, entertainment venues\, and urban developments around the world. Based in Gensler’s Los Angeles office\, he fosters a culture of design exploration and collaboration\, while contributing to industry discourse on the evolution of mixed-use and retail environments through his active involvement with the Urban Land Institute and the International Council of Shopping Centers. \nGeorge Proctor is a licensed architect and professor whose experience spans from furniture design to large urban projects\, including building his own home in 2004. Beginning in construction\, he earned dual degrees in Urban Planning and Architecture from Cal Poly and a Master of Architecture in Urban Design from Harvard GSD. An early adopter of CAD and computer graphics\, he later led Cal Poly Pomona’s digital curriculum\, developing courses in Digital Modeling\, Animation\, and Interactive Media. His work blends architecture and entertainment-inspired digital design\, and his leadership includes chairing the 2002 ACADIA Conference\, serving on the founding board of the International Journal of Architectural Computing\, and contributing to award-winning projects through his own practice and civic commissions. \nDetails\nSchedule and Dress Code \n\nGala begins at 5:30. Arrive early for mingling and a no-host bar.\nDress code: Semi-Formal\n\nLocation \n\nThe Gala will be held at El Paseo Restaurant\, 10 El Paseo\, Santa Barbara\, CA\n\nParking \n\nCity Lot 9: 25 E Canon Perdido St\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93101\nStreet parking\n\nTicket Prices for Design Awards 2024:\n\nAIA Member – $140\nNon-member – $170\nAssociate Member – $60\nStudent – $60\n\nTable bundles for Members only \n\nTables of 4 members – $520 (6 tables available)\nTable of 6 members – $780 (1 table available)\nTables of 8 members – $1\,060 (2 tables available)\nTable of 10 members – $1\,340(2 tables available)\nTable of 12 members – $1\,620 (2 tables available)\n\nPurchase tickets and reserve your spot before November 26th! \n***By attending the Design Awards Gala\, you are agreeing to be photographed***
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/design-awards-gala-2-2-2/
LOCATION:El Paseo Resturant\, 10 El Paseo\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Major Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251125T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251125T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T210041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171850Z
UID:10381-1764094500-1764101700@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20251110T222652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T203416Z
UID:11018-1763659800-1763667000@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Firm Open House at ANACAPA Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Visit ANACAPA Architecture’s new offices on State Street!\n\n\n\nCrafting spaces that inspire and enhance the well-being of both clients and community\, all while preserving a legacy for future generations.\nJoin AIASB Emerging Professionals for an exclusive tour of ANACAPA Architecture\, a premier Santa Barbara and Portland-based design studio known for its modern\, sustainable approach to architecture. \nSpecializing in custom residences\, hospitality\, creative office\, and mixed-use projects\, ANACAPA blends design excellence with technical precision to create spaces that enrich lives and inspire connection. \n\n\nAbout ANACAPA Architecture\nAt Anacapa Architecture\, we are dedicated to advancing the fields of architecture and interior design\, aiming to redefine industry standards. Our mission is to heighten the appreciation for the intrinsic value of beauty\, functionality\, and purpose in design. \nWe specialize in various project types\, including residential\, commercial\, and hospitality design. Our approach is centered on sustainable\, innovative solutions that cater to each project’s unique requirements and aspirations\, ensuring outcomes beyond client expectations. \nWe approach each project with a renewed sense of exploration and curiosity and it is our great pleasure to invite you to experience one of our latest completed projects\, our new studio space! \nReserve your spot here!
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/firm-open-house-anacapa-architecture/
LOCATION:ANACAPA Architecture\, 1023 State street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T205925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171828Z
UID:10377-1762884900-1762892100@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20251001T200624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T200624Z
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SUMMARY:Firm Open House at Bevyhouse
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA Santa Barbara’s Emerging Professionals for a special behind-the-scenes tour of Bevy House\, an innovative prefabricated housing manufacturer based in Santa Barbara.\n \n\nWhether you’re curious about prefabrication\, passionate about sustainability\, or simply looking to connect with the local design community\, this tour is a chance to expand your knowledge and network.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/firm-open-house-bevyhouse/
LOCATION:Bevyhouse\, 630 Todd Lane\, Santa Paula\, CA\, 93060
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T202212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T185944Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Architecture
DESCRIPTION:All welcome! \nNovember 4th \nJoin us for our monthly Women in Architecture gathering. This month we will be hearing from Silvia Perea\, Ph.D.\, Architect\, and Curator of the Architecture and Design Collection at the AD&A Museum. \nSilvia Perea holds a Doctorate in Architecture with Honors from the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) and has completed graduate Museum Studies at Harvard University. Throughout her career\, Dr. Perea has combined teaching and publishing with the organization of exhibitions. She has taught at international universities\, including Columbia (NY)\, CEPT (India)\, Blas Pascal (Argentina)\, and the UPM (Spain). \nAdditionally\, she has published extensively\, working as an editor of Arquitectura Viva\, and contributing articles to magazines such as Domus\, Architectural Record\, Potlatch\, Minerva\, and Arquitectura\, among others. As a curator\, Dr. Perea has organized over a dozen exhibitions of art and architecture for American and European museums. Her curatorial practice advocates the integration of both disciplines as a means to enrich their respective discourses and perspectives. \nDuring the event\, Dr. Perea will lead a presentation of some of her work and how she designs architecture exhibitions. There will also be time to tour the Architecture and Design Gallery at the Museum. Purchase tickets here! \n 
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/women-in-architecture-6-2-2-6-3-2/
LOCATION:Art\, Design & Architecture Museum\, 552 University Road\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251028T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251028T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T210015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171818Z
UID:10379-1761675300-1761682500@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250204T172152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T181234Z
UID:10455-1761240600-1761247800@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Firm Open House at Forms & Surfaces
DESCRIPTION:About Forms + Surfaces\nForms+Surfaces (F+S) is a global leader in architectural products for the built environment. With a legacy spanning more than 50 years\, we’re known for the seamless integration of design and manufacturing – from stainless steel and glass surfaces to modular wall systems\, site furnishings\, and outdoor lighting.\n \nAt our Carpinteria Design Studio\, where the open house will be held\, visitors can explore the materials and ideas behind our newest product innovations. This is where creativity meets craft to shape the built environment in ways that are sustainable\, intentional\, and lasting.\n \nWhether you’re interested in materials\, detailing\, or systems thinking\, F+S offers a window into how architecture\,  industrial\, and architectural surface design come together to create solutions that stand the test of time.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/firm-open-house-forms-surfaces/
LOCATION:forms + surfaces
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250905T001921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T001921Z
UID:10863-1760529600-1760533200@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: 179D and R&D Credits
DESCRIPTION:179D and R&D Credits for Architects\nPresented by KBKG \nJoin us for an in-person Lunch & Learn at AIA Santa Barbara with Jillian Jones\, where we’ll explore how architecture firms can leverage R&D and 179D tax credits to maximize financial opportunities while advancing innovative and sustainable design. \nThis session will focus on R&D Tax Credits\, covering how everyday design work—from sustainable strategies to complex problem-solving—may qualify for substantial tax savings under the latest legislation (OBBBA). We’ll also provide a brief update on 179D\, including new incentives for energy-efficient and retrofit projects. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow architecture projects may qualify for R&D tax credits\nHow to calculate potential savings and document qualifying work\nOpportunities for retroactive tax refunds and deductions\nOverview of 179D deductions for energy-efficient commercial and government buildings\n\nWhether you’re a principal\, project manager\, or designer\, this session will equip you with practical strategies to turn your design and innovation into real tax savings. \n 
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/lunch-learn-kbkg/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250114T205901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171730Z
UID:10375-1760465700-1760472900@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals ARE Study Prep
DESCRIPTION:Open to all! \nStudy groups occur every 2 weeks.
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/emerging-professionals-are-study-prep-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AIA Santa Barbara\, 229 E Victoria St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133727
CREATED:20250410T193424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T193424Z
UID:10615-1759572000-1759593600@aiasb.com
SUMMARY:ArchitecTours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aiasb.com/event/architectours-2025/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Major Events
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