ArchitecTours 2019: Call for Entries Due
2019-04-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
The Art of Architecture
We invite AIA Member projects that reflect these concepts. To celebrate the exceptional blend of art and architecture, the Santa Barbara AIA’s 11th annual ArchitecTours is looking for projects that could be seen as architecture, art, or both. We invite you to submit a project that showcases “The Art of Architecture” in our region. We look forward to exploring the wide range of opportunities this theme inspires.
For more information and to submit your completed project for consideration, see the instructions on the attached registration form. AIA Santa Barbara looks forward to sharing your best project with the public!
Project applications are due Monday, April 15th.
Only complete applications received by 5 PM on April 15th will be considered.

AIA Stormwater Management Committee Meeting
2019-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
The SWMP committee will be meeting to review the draft from the City of suggested changes to the SWMP program
Please contact Paul Zink, AIA or Tom Ochsner, AIA if you want to be involved.

Lunchtime Learning: Residential ZNE for Title 24
2019-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Be ready for the 2019 update of Title 24 mandating Zero Net Energy for residential construction. We will highlight major code changes, offer cost-effective details on construction assemblies and provide guidelines for sizing your project’s PV system.

Presented by In Balance Green Consulting:

Jennifer Rennick, AIA, Certified Energy Analyst
Mike Horgan, Passive House, and Zero Net Energy – Builder Implementation

Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:

Understand the major changes in the Residential Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards 2019 (taking effect January 1, 2020).
Know what envelope assemblies and systems will serve as the new “baseline” for energy performance.
Understand new requirements for renewable energy and how to determine the system size.
Identify cost-effective strategies to design, detail and construct residential projects for code compliance and beyond.

HSW: This session addresses topics of energy efficiency and air quality, qualifying for 1 HSW.
1LU/HSW
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ADA: Readily Achievable Barrier Removal with Mike Gibbens, CASp, ICC, CASI
2019-04-19 08:00 - 13:00 | David Gebhard Public Meeting Room, 630 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
THE SEMINAR – The ADA requirement for a business to remove “barriers” in their existing facilities was intended to be a very modest and straightforward requirement that created an entire industry of litigation and compliance consulting; including California’s “CASp” program. Learn what this standard actually requires and how to comply. This seminar will cover the most constantly-asked (and litigated) questions about:

The most common misconceptions
How to minimize financial determinations
About differing levels of inspections
Practical site inspection methodology
About Safe Harbor

SPEAKER – Michael Gibbens, CASp, ICC, CASI
Mike is a Certified Access Specialist and the author of the best-selling California Disabled Accessibility Guidebook (the CalDAG™). Mike has written 18 books on disabled access compliance, served as expert witness/consultant in well over 1,000 lawsuits, and has served for 18 consecutive years on the Accessibility Code Advisory Committee of the California Building Standards Commission (5 years past as Chairman). As a nationally-recognized expert and consultant in disabled accessibility compliance, Mike has given hundreds of seminars throughout the United States and is one of the most consistently-requested experts in the industry.

AIA Santa Barbara 90th Anniversary
2019-04-27 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States

AIA Santa Barbara Celebrating Earth Day!
2019-04-27 | Alemada Park, 1400 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
In celebration of 90 years of service to our community and our members, AIA Santa Barbara is hosting a booth at the Earth Day Festival. April 27-28th at Alameda Park. Join your fellow AIA members at Earth Day to celebrate our chapter’s 90th birthday and to share our organization’s mission and many years of sustainability advocacy within the Santa Barbara community. We will be sharing our organizations support of various green initiatives including the 2030 commitment, SAP training, net-zero energy codes, building resiliency, and disaster relief – to name a few. We hope to see you there!

Display
Members with a green building are invited to display board at the booth but we need a project/firm representative to volunteer and help share the sustainable features of your project. Please consider sharing your sustainability expertise and projects with the community. Contact Tara Rizzi (tararizzi@aiasb.com) for more information.

Volunteer
We are looking for your help to host the booth and be the face of our profession and organization. We are looking for members to fill a few 2-hour shifts on either day of the event. Please sign up using this link… Earth Day Volunteer Sign Up!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please consider sponsoring this event. Sponsors will have the opportunity to display their organization’s work at the booth. Contact Tara Rizzi (tararizzi@aiasb.com) for more information.
Thank you and Happy Birthday AIA Santa Barbara!
Coordinated by Alayna Fraser, AIA & 2019 AIASB Secretary

Fellows Reception for Bill Mahan, FAIA
2019-05-03 05:00 - 19:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States

Womens' Conversation Group
2019-05-21 17:00 - 19:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States

Santa Barbara: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
2019-06-07 09:00 - 16:30 | alhecama theater, East Canon Perdido Street, santa barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Faced with new challenges, including state-required housing mandates, many cities across California and the country are looking for ways to revitalize their core and provide housing for growing populations. Santa Barbara is no different in its need for solutions, but it’s particularly well situated to answer these concerns because of its well established and architecturally successful “city DNA.” Through a series of talks, panel discussions, tours, and an architectural drawing exhibition, participants will investigate how Santa Barbara developed its unique character, and how those principles can be employed to satisfy the needs of today.
6.5 LU
Learning Objectives:

Discover the theory of traditional urbanism by examining case studies around the country, and how they compare to Santa Barbara
Learn about the history of Santa Barbara’s founding including the Presidio and how our Spanish occupancy informed city planning
Tour downtown Santa Barbara to investigate how the 1925 earthquake affected how Santa Barbara’s citizens and architects considered the design
Learn about the contemporary challenges and opportunities for development in historic downtown from the perspective of architects and city staff

General meeting
2019-06-13 17:00 - 20:00 | CA

Lunchtime Learning: Environmental Performance of Redwood Lumber
2019-06-19 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Description

This course offers insight into the environmental performance of Redwood Lumber. The details and results of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comparing Redwood and plastic/composite decking options will be shared as will information about Redwood’s Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
The course also provides comparisons between Redwood Lumber and other wood species, as well as details about the sustainability of modern Redwood forestry management practices.
Finally, this course provides details on important product attributes of Redwood Lumber including grades, fire performance, strength, and finishing options among others.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the sustainability of modern Redwood forestry management practices.
2. Understand the results of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comparing Redwood and plastic/composite decking.
3. Identify key findings of the Redwood Decking Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
4. Understand Redwood’s Class B flame spread in accordance with ASTM standards.
5. Understand Redwood Lumber grades and applications

AIASB & SBCA Mixer
2019-06-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery, 602 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States

ArchitecTours Committee Meeting
2019-07-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States

Design Awards Early Bird Registration Ends
2019-07-16 08:00 - 23:00 | CA

Lunchtime Learning: STEGO - Below Slab Moisture & Vapor Protection
2019-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
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Design Awards registration closes
2019-08-02 | CA
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS – Design Awards Registration Closes

ArchitecTours Early Bird Tickets on sale!
2019-08-05 17:00 | CA

Emerging Professionals Firm/Tour Meet & Greet
2019-08-16 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
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Lunchtime Learning
2019-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
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Bracelok Presentation on Earthquake Safety
2019-08-21 17:30 - 18:30 | CA
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AIASB Board Meeting
2019-09-04 11:30 - 13:00 | CA
11:45-1pm

Residential Retrofits – 2019 Title 24 and best practices for high performance
2019-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 | AIA Santa Barbara, 229 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Presented by InBalanceGreen
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ArchitecTours Committee meeting @ AIASB
2019-09-10 12:00 - 13:00 | CA

General Meeting
2019-09-12 17:30 - 20:00 | CA
Panel Presentation: Housing in Santa Barbara’s Central Business District
The panelist include:
– Dale Fathe-Azam, Director of Property, Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara
– Barry Schoer, CEO/Director, Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara
– Matt Turner, Founder, Hustlers for Humanity
– Jessica Metzger, AICP Project Planner, City of Santa Barbara
– Peter Lewis, Developer
Please join us for a panel discussion focused on housing in Santa Barbara’s Central Business District. The AIA accredited discussion will be led by a diverse panel of leaders from both the private and public sectors of our community. This event is intended to form an outlet for open and expansive dialogue between our chapter’s members, community leaders, and the public around this now critical topic. Your voice will be heard and your input is valued.
Please join us for what will be an enlightening and productive evening.
Topics covered:
-Multi-faceted understating of housing issues in our local community
-Local jurisdictional process in regard to housing
-Impact of housing on the local economy
Location: Arnoldi’s Cafe, 600 Olive St #1627, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Time: 5:30 pm Drinks and mingling (no-host bar)
6:15 pm Dinner and Presentation begins
-No charge for Associate & Allied members!
-If AIA members wish to bring guests, there is a charge of $35 per guest.
-Architect Members – $10
-Non-members welcome – cost $35.
Dinner is included
Allied Members get two tickets per Allied firm, per meeting. If they wish to bring guests or additional people from their firm, they must purchase a ticket for $35 per guest.

ArchitecTours early bird tickets finish
2019-09-16 | CA

Women's Conversation Group
2019-09-17 17:15 - 18:15 | CA
Women’s conversation group next Tuesday, September 17th
@ Mosto Crudo, 7 W Haley St at 5:15
More information about the restaurant here

Women's Conversation Group
2019-09-17 17:30 - 18:30 | CA

Lunchtime Learning: 2019 Building Energy Efficiency standards
2019-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
2019 Building Energy Efficiency standards – What you need to know about the new residential solar requirements.
1LU/HSW
Starting January 1st, 2020, all new building permit submissions will be subject to the 2019 building code. With new regulations come new considerations and questions. This lunchtime learning session aims at clarifying the residential solar PV section of the new code, leaving you with tools and answers to properly integrate solar with your design.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:

State objectives and why solar makes sense.
Get an equipment refresh of solar panels, inverters, batteries, specifications that impact your designs.
Know the new solar requirements in the 2019 BEE standards.
Learn how to dimension a solar system with these new requirements in mind.

HSW: This session addresses topics of energy efficiency and air quality, qualifying for 1 LU/HSW.
More information about Brighten Solar Co. click here

Santa Barbara AIA – Energy Code & Performance Series (1/4)
2019-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Cabrillo Rec Center, 100 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Description
Santa Barbara AIA – Energy Code & Performance Series
Presented by In Balance Green Consulting, Sponsored through 3C-REN.
Overview
This is a 4-part lunch-time series focused on the 2019 Title 24 Energy Code and cost-effective, high-performance construction. Each 1-hour event will include time for Q&A, a brief update on 3C-REN and a schedule of upcoming training. Lunch included.
4-Part Series

September 23, 2019 @ Cabrillo rec Center

All Electric ZNE – Heat pumps and electric appliances for residential and small commercial

Construction in California is moving toward cost-effective, all-electric systems, without natural gas. We’ll discuss the benefits and potential barriers to the integration of all all-electric systems. Earns 1 LU/ HSW. Learning objectives:

Understand the benefits of all-electric systems and be able to communicate effectively with clients.
Learn the parts, pieces, and functions of heat pumps and consider options for distribution and locating equipment
Understand the performance and requirements of heat pump water heaters
Review other electric appliances including dryers and cooktops.

October 29, 2019 Location TBD

Non-Residential Envelope and Renewable Energy for Title 24 2019

The 2019 update of Title 24 for non-residential construction is around the corner, and this module (Part 1 of 2) addresses envelope and renewable energy. We will highlight major code changes, offer cost-effective details on wall, roof and windows assemblies and provide guidelines for locating and sizing your project’s PV system. Earns 1 LU/ HSW. Learning objectives:

Understand the major changes in the Non-residential Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards 2019 (taking effect January 1, 2020).
Know what envelope and glazing assemblies will serve as the new “baseline” for energy performance.
Identify cost-effective strategies to design, detail and construct high-performance, code-compliant buildings
Understand considerations for locating and sizing renewable energy systems

November 12, 2019 Location TBD

Residential Retrofits – 2019 Title 24 and best practices for high performance

Working through specific examples, we’ll help project teams navigate Title 24 2019 Energy Standards and identify strategies that have the highest impact for improving energy efficiency, comfort and indoor healthy environments in retrofits. Earns 1 LU/ HSW. Learning objectives:

Understand the major changes in the Residential Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards 2019 (taking effect January 1, 2020).
Review the benefits and requirements of HERS measures and field verification
Identify best practices and highest impacts for retrofits
Discuss barriers and opportunities in managing a success high-performance retrofit.

January 2020, Location TBD

Commissioning for Non-Residential Projects

Building commissioning (Cx) is a verification process to ensure non-residential buildings perform and operate as intended, and it’s required for any project over 10,000 SF. Rather than seeing Cx as one more burden, we’ll talk about efficiently meeting the requirements and enjoying the short-term and long-term benefits. Earns 1 LU/ HSW. Learning objectives:

Understand commissioning in Title 24 Energy Code and CAL Green
Review Cx Documents and schedule
Be able to communicate the benefits of the Cx process, including stories from the field
Understand additional options including enhanced commissioning, envelope commissioning, and monitoring

Key Presenters

Jennifer Rennick, AIA, Certified Energy Analyst

Jennifer specializes in energy use optimization, including passive solar design, whole-building energy use, zero net energy, and energy modeling and analysis. Through her careful analysis of all energy-related components, she consistently helps her clients achieve high energy efficiency, increased occupant comfort, and lower utility costs. A graduate from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Jennifer passionately shares her knowledge and expertise through presentations, workshops, and award-winning articles.

Mike Horgan, Passive House, and Zero Net Energy Builder

Mike is a licensed builder in both California and Massachusetts, as well as a certified Passive House Consultant. Mike has worked in the construction field for more than 25 years having begun framing homes at the age of 17. For 13 years he owned and operated his own design-build firm on Cape Cod specializing in energy-efficient new construction and renovations, and he has many zero-energy builds to his name. Mike specializes in bringing building practices, methods, and theories to real-life applications for architects, designers, and other builders. He focuses on life-cycle cost analysis of materials and applications; waterproofing, airtightness, vapor and insulation detailing; and the construct-ability of assemblies as cohesive packages. He is a graduate of Worcester University in MA with degrees in Economics and Finance, and Boston University with post-graduate degrees in Education and Linguistics.
