Prof. Development

Professionals explore Building Information Modeling (BIM), a software approach designed to increase productivity in building design and construction.

Alfred Wojciechowski AIA, Chad Reilly and Liam O'Sullivan join the BIM Roundtable on April 26 at 9:00 am at The Architects Buildings to discuss energy modeling on DCAM projects.

1.5 LU/HSW/SD

This group delves into a variety of building systems, from zero-net-energy buildings to modular, log, SIPS and other residential and commercial structures.

Click "register" to RSVP by April 13.

Design has the power to improve the world. Architecture for Humanity Boston serves communities in need by producing architectural and design solutions to global, social and humanitarian crises. If you?re looking for a pro-bono challenge or a hands-on design opportunity for your resume, this may be the committee for you. You need not have design experience to get involved.

Click "register" to RSVP by April 13.

The Massachusetts Building Code, stretch codes, the International green Construction Code and other regulatory measures are the concern of this BSA advocacy-based group.

Design impacts the healing environment. What are the best methods for serving patients' needs in a welcoming setting while attracting and retaining high-quality healthcare professionals? How do you flexibly design across all scales, factoring in varied patient volumes and future technological advances?

Click "register" to RSVP by April 19.

We visit project sites and performance halls, talk about the planning, design and construction of arts-related buildings and look at technical systems as they relate to the function of performing arts spaces.

Be one of the first to see the newly renovated and restored Diana Chapman Walsh Alumnae Hall at Wellesley College (106 Central Street, Wellesley). Join the Performing Arts Design Committee on April 29 at 12:30 pm in the front lobby for a tour led by Ann Beha Architects, Lee Kennedy Co., and Wellesley College staff.

Click "register" to RSVP by April 27.

From Portland, Oregon's Pearl District to Post Office Square in Boston: What makes a public space successful? How can architects, designers, landscape designers, urban planners, artists and public officials work together to create great public places?

Click "register" to RSVP by April 24.

Sustainable design is at hand. This BSA committee covers green building, construction and operation practices and methods.

How do we increase the effectiveness of construction administration on all project types? This committee works toward solutions through presentations and discussion.

The future of the committee and a general roundtable are on the agenda for the April 8 meeting of the Construction Administration Roundtable at 8:00 am at The Architects Building. We discuss candidly the challenges the committee faces: uneven attendance and the difficulty of securing presenters. Also on the docket are any CA topics on your mind; your questions comments, critiques and suggestions are welcome.

Broaden your understanding of international markets for architecture and design at these informal gatherings.

Click "register" to RSVP by April 10.