Sustainably Restoring Modernist Icons
Not starting from scratch is a very green way to build. In this 10-minute kTalk, Ron Radziner, FAIA, discusses renovation on the modernist scale. What did the original architect intend? What cultural and political issues may be used to your advantage? Learn how to do effective off-site research, establish a restoration methodology that will save time and money, and incorporate modern materials that will enhance the longevity of your modernist icon.
| Presenter: |
Ron Radziner, Faia, Design Principal |
| Firm: |
Marmol Radziner + Associates |
| Knowledge Area: |
Sustainability |
| Duration: |
09:57 |
Getting Past Green
In this sobering and inspirational kTalk, Bill Leddy, FAIA, delivers an impassioned plea about global warming and that "business as usual" must end. Bill encourages design professionals to adopt a strategy to proactively combat climate change and get over our nation's increasing "green fatigue."
Bill warns us that, to the detriment of solving climate change dangers, architecture remains a divided profession about how to tackle sustainability, with separate award programs and educational studios for excellent design and green design. Bill challenges us to rethink many of our fundamental design aspirations and find new architectural languages that express and celebrate a post-carbon world.
| Presenter: |
William Leddy, Faia |
| Firm: |
Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects |
| Knowledge Area: |
Sustainability |
| Duration: |
08:58 |
Commissioning Buildings for Sustainability
When it comes to building, it's absolutely necessary that all phases of a project, planning through occupancy, are completed correctly. In this 10-minute kTalk, Ron Wilkinson, LEED AP, explains that while there is no absolute definition of quality, building commissioning is quality assurance. Find out how commissioning, through a means of programming and OPR, design checking and functional testing, can ensure the safety, functionality and sustainability of your building.
| Presenter: |
Ron Wilkinson, Commissioning Authority |
| Firm: |
AKF |
| Knowledge Area: |
Sustainability |
| Duration: |
09:53 |
Net Zero Energy and Future Challenges
In this excerpt from the continuing education course "Net Zero Energy and Future Challenges". Ken Powelson, Project Architect at EHDD Architects, walks us through a detailed case study of the Marin Country Day School--the first net zero energy classroom building in North America--and describes specific design and engineering strategies employed. He summarizes this case study with a series of lessons learned on this and other net zero facilities.
| Presenter: |
Ken Powelson, Project Manager |
| Firm: |
EHDD Architecture |
| Knowledge Area: |
Sustainability |
| Duration: |
09:43 |
CALGreen 2010 Non-Residential Measures
In this excerpt from the continuing education course "CALGreen 2010 Non-Residential Measures". Lynn Simon describes some of the key aspects CALGreen Non-Residential mandatory measures and a brief summary of CALGreen Residential voluntary Tier 1 and 2 standards
| Presenter: |
Lynn N. Simon, President |
| Firm: |
Simon & Associates |
| Knowledge Area: |
Sustainability |
| Duration: |
07:46 |
Approaching Pro Bono Services
Why do Pro Bono work? In this 7-minute kTalk John Peterson explains that while benefits to a firm might include opportunities for networking, marketing and improved corporate culture--it really is up to the firm to determine the appropriate compensation in return for services. Learn about helpful resources and Pro Bono assessment tools and find out why he believes no charitable act should be purely charitable.
| Presenter: |
Jon Peterson, Architect |
| Firm: |
Design Conspiracy |
| Knowledge Area: |
Practice Management |
| Duration: |
07:06 |
Keys to Conducting Community Meetings
The primary reasons for outreach are to hear concerns, convey information and gain respect in a community. In this 7-minute kTalk, Jennifer Devlin, AIA, offers sage advice for using these presentation opportunities as a platform for building excitement around your design ideas while simultaneously gaining a better understanding of clients and their communities.
| Presenter: |
Jennifer Devlin, Aia, Principal |
| Firm: |
EHDD Architecture |
| Knowledge Area: |
Design |
| Duration: |
06:54 |
Effectively Hiring from Among Unprecedented Numbers of Applicants
Getting hundreds of applicants for a single position creates a great opportunity and a daunting challenge. How can you quickly separate excellent and mediocre candidates? Can you create a process in which applicants screen themselves out so that you don’t have to? In this 10-minute kTalk, Mary Anne McKernie shares her invaluable experiences and processes for getting the results you want with the time you have.
| Presenter: |
Mary Anne Mc Kernie, Creative Director |
| Firm: |
aecKnowledge, Inc. |
| Knowledge Area: |
Practice Management |
| Duration: |
10:38 |
Breathing Life into the Impossible Project
How do impossible projects get off the ground? Follow as Mike Malinoski, FAIA, tells the story of his ten year adventure turning Globe Mills, once Sacramento's most blighted property, into an iconic piece of the city’s living history. Taking on a variety of liens, toxic chemicals and political adversaries, Malinoski learned that impossible projects require patience, persistence and allies. Where does that money come from and where do you find your friends when everyone believes your dream is lost cause? Find out by letting Mike Malinoski share his experiences and observations with you in this 7-minute kTalk.
| Presenter: |
Michael Malinowski, Aia, President |
| Firm: |
Applied Architecture Inc. |
| Knowledge Area: |
Design |
| Duration: |
07:13 |
Law Enforcement Facility Planning and Design
When you're helping to plan an essential service facility, you are designing a building that must be operational when other buildings are not, regardless of circumstance. You face the challenge of creating a facility that is safe and secure, yet open and welcoming to the community. In this 7-minute kTalk, Beverly Prior, FAIA, takes an in-depth look at the many factors that should be considered in the design of any law enforcement facility. From how to properly plan the parking lot to gaining extra security though innovative landscaping, Beverly Prior is full of sound thoughtful advice.
| Presenter: |
Beverly Prior, Practice Leader |
| Firm: |
HMC + Beverly Prior Architects |
| Knowledge Area: |
Design |
| Duration: |
06:59 |
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