Combining Design and Function in Today’s ADA Compliant Bathroom

Offered and presented by Schluter Systems L.P.

Mandated requirements for ADA compliancy and demand from an aging population are creating a growing need for barrier-free bathrooms. Today’s ADA compliant bathroom no longer has to be utilitarian or “institutional” in its design. Design options are enhanced through the use of tile and innovative construction methods. The result is beautiful bathrooms that also adhere to ADA standards for accessible design.

Learning Objectives
– How barrier-free environments can be customized to include various design elements while remaining ADA compliant.
– Why bonded waterproofing technology lends itself to the construction requirements of barrier-free design.
– The principle of uncoupling, its functions, and history.
– The evolution of tile setting techniques along with the benefits and limitations of each stage of development.

Presented by Gustavo Tovar, Schluter Systems L.P.
Architectural Manager, Mid Atlantic

SCHLUTER SYSTEMS L.P.
Provider # : J360
Course: SCHL5A

Organized by AIA Northern Virginia

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A Jewel in Appalachia

Join AIA Richmond and AIA Northern Virginia for a jointly held virtual event on the award-winning short film “A Jewel in Appalachia” about the transformation of the Lawrence County Public Library. The film was awarded people’s choice in the 2022 AIA Look Up Film Challenge. You will hear directly from the projects architect and filmmakers from OPN Architects and Library Director Carlie Pelfrey about the importance of this transformative project to eastern Kentucky.

Louisa is the small-county seat of 2,327, in Kentucky’s largest county. It’s a place of scarcity, where the per capita income $12,008 and 30% of the population lives below the poverty line. The original 1960s Lawrence County Public Library, with limited windows and collection space, high shelves, hidden and inadequate seating and storage, could not deliver on the library board and director’s promise to be a beacon for learning in a place where light can struggle to break through poverty’s pervasive darkness. They were committed to a process and a promise for a renovation that would create an epicenter for the county; embrace justice, equity, and care; address challenges head on; highlight access and opportunity; and most importantly celebrate the belief that a modern library can thrive anywhere. The renovated library, which opened in February 2020, manifests this mission. It is transparent, accessible, flexible, easy to navigate, promotes digital literacy, and is welcoming and inclusive to all ages. The library is prideful without being ostentatious. It is now a place where a love for learning is on display, showing residents that they deserve to aspire for better. The Lawrence County Public Library is an act of love.

Earn 1 AIA LU

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Innovative Pavers for Projects of Distinction

In this presentation, we’ll discuss unit paver development as it leads to unique and innovative paving options. We will identify unit paver advantages while increasing your knowledge of unit paver uses and limitations from applications ranging from on-grade entranceways to elevated plazas and roof ballast applications. A variety of installation methods will be examined as it pertains to each application type.

Learning Objectives
– Identify the advantages of specifying architectural unit pavers
– Analyze unit paver uses and product limitations
– Discuss elevated pavers, pedestals and wind design systems
– Examine of a variety of installation methods

AIA CREDIT FORM IS AVAILABLE HERE: http://bit.ly/HAP-AIA-Form

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ARE® Prep: Practice Management (PcM) (CE)

Each year the AIA Northern Virginia Young Architects Forum organizes seminars for those preparing to take the Architect Registration Exam® (ARE). The award-winning seminars offer the opportunity to learn from a professional in each discipline and use that knowledge in preparation for the ARE. All sessions offer AIA Continuing Education credits.

6 AIA LU|HSW offered for this class.
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Advance registration is required and all sessions will be held virtually until further notice. Information on seminar access will be sent the day prior to each seminar.

The registration fee for an individual session is $50 for AIA members; $75 for non-members. Sessions fill fast! Register NOW!

 

ShrED Event

Meet AIA Northern Virginia’s new Executive Director, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a beverage, and shred your documents.

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Fire Door Systems, A Guide to Code Compliance

Presented by the Virginia Building & Code Officials Association

Course Outline

Fundamentals:
– Definition, use and application of the five wall of the IBC in Chapter 7
– Opening protective guidelines for the five wall
– Working with the 3-part Means of Egress System

Applications:
A Code review and analysis of wide span opening protectives with Case Studies and Workshop Approach studying:
– Vertical Opening Separation (IBC Chapters 7 & 10)
– Atriums (IBC Chapter 4)
– Exit Access Separation (IBC Chapters 10 & 31)
– Elevator Separation (IBC Chapter 30)
– Occupancy Separation (IBC Chapter 5)

Presented by David Dodge, CDT, CSI
McKEON

Free. Virtual or In-person. Zoom link will be emailed directly to registrant’s email address shortly before the event. Must participate duration of event to receive credits.

5 AIA LU|HSW or ICC CEU credits.
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In-person location:
401 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA  23185
Only pre-registered in-person attendees will receive a catered lunch.

Contact:
Cameron Ross, McKeon Door
(301) 801-6329

Indoor Air Quality Testing for LEED Certified Projects

Presented by AIA Northern Virginia in partnership with ECS Mid-Atlantic

With the rigorous documentation required to achieve LEED certification, achieving every point possible in a cost-efficient manner is extremely important. This presentation combines a technical discussion on the process and theories of indoor air quality (IAQ) testing for LEED credit with a practical evaluation of the advantages and disadvantages of the various options available. Then primary focus is project management issues and how IAQ testing can save time and money on the path toward credit achievement. Emphasis is placed on real world scenarios to provide students with a thorough overview on the process.

Presented by Bobby Rhett
ECS Mid-Atlantic

Earn 1 AIA LU|HSW. 1 BOMI LU|HSW

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