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AIA PodNet is proud to offer a wide range of
programs through its Architecture Knowledge Review Series. The
following selected podcasts may be of special interest to
CBSP-member architects (title links go directly to an MP3 file of
the podcast):
 Architectural Graphic
Standards
David Altenhofen, AIA, technical director of Hillier
Architecture's Philadelphia office, Advisory Board member for
the new 11th edition of Architectural Graphic
Standards (AGS), and subject editor for the
AGS Shell Chapter, explains why this book is the most
thorough and significant revision of AGS in a generation
with AIA PodNet's Phil Simon, AIA managing director, marketing and
promotion.
Read More | Bio
AIA Home Design Trends Survey: Greater Demand
for Accessibility
AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA, and
Jeffrey Anderzhon, FAIA, architect and consultant specializing in
environments for the elderly, discuss a rapidly changing housing
market and the design strategies necessary in addressing the needs
of an aging population. Panel reviews recent residential property
after survey reveals that baby boomers are requesting more flexible
and accessible home design layouts. Residential design
implications, including universal design elements, are the
focus.
Read More | Bio
Shelter after the Disaster: The Alternative
Housing Pilot Program
R. Kirk O’Brien, AIA, AIA Disaster Assistance
Committee member and owner of Aedifice Architecture, discusses his
participation in FEMA´s Alternative Housing Pilot Program for
Gulf Coast states and the plans of the AIA's Disaster Assistance
Program with David Downey, CAE, Assoc. AIA, managing director, AIA
Center for Communities by Design.
Read More | Bio
Emerging Technology and Architectural
Practice
Technology is revolutionizing the design process in amazing ways by
making knowledge-sharing more efficient and dynamic. In this
podcast, Tony Rinella, Assoc. AIA, CIO of Anshen+Allen Architects,
describes how technology can create a virtual classroom as well as
a virtual design center. He discusses the benefits of virtual
design and construction with AIA PodNet’s Markku Allison, AIA,
resource architect at AIA National.
Read More | Bio
BIM and
Sustainable Design
Phil Bernstein, FAIA, Autodesk vice president of industry strategy
and relations, AEC Solutions, discusses building information
modeling (BIM) and how digital prototypes are serving to optimize
sustainable results. This podcast reviews practical advice for how
and why to make the transition, especially for smaller firms
venturing to remain competitive.
Read More | Bio
GSA Mandates
on Building Information Modeling
In 2003, the U.S. General Services
Administration created its own 3D-4D-BIM program and is committed
to the strategic and incremental adoption of these technologies in
the design of its projects. Steven Hagan, FAIA, and Calvin Kam,
PhD, discuss the benefits of BIM in the design process with Markku
Allison, AIA, resource architect for AIA National.
Read More | Bio
How to Use MP3 Files
Play while online by clicking the link above, OR play offline by
right-clicking the link, select "Save Target As...", and save the
file to your desktop or "My Documents" folder.
For more information about AIA podcasts, including optional
XML and iTunes links and download directions, see the AIA PodNet Web site.
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