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October

Oct 20, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

Discussion Panel | General Meeting

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Virtual panel and meeting
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Oct 21, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Windows and Historic Homes: Repair, Replace and New Additions

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP

By Marvin Windows and Doors

Learning Objectives:
We will explore residential window options for properties in and out of historic districts. Windows play a key role in restoring and rehabilitating historic homes – providing greater security, operability of windows, improved energy efficiency, as well as providing for the well-being of the homeowner.

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Oct 26, 2021 • Department of Buildings

DOB Brooklyn and Staten Island Live Q&A Session

2:00 pm–3:30 pm

Virtual meeting.

This live Q&A session is for property owners, registered design professionals, filing representatives and other licensees/registrants to ask job specific questions about filings in DOB NOW and the Buildings Information System (BIS) or general questions about permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties, etc. for properties in Brooklyn and Staten Island. It will also include a review of recent updates and frequently asked questions.

Department representatives will be on the call to answer your questions and participants will be unmuted when called upon. The session will also include a live chat where questions can be submitted for a live response. More complex questions will receive a response after the session.

This event is free but capacity is limited. Register today to reserve your spot. Bi-weekly sessions are being held specific to each borough. Please register for the appropriate borough session where the property is located.

For the latest DOB updates, subscribe to Buildings News at nyc.gov/buildingsnews.

If you are not able to attend a session, submit your inquiry at nyc.gov/dobhelp.

RSVP below to attend and you can email questions/comments to Ida Galea, AIA at galea.arch@gmail.com .

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Oct 28, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Making Sense of Sealants

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP

By Adfast Corporation

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the different families of sealants and justify using one over the other.
2. Analyze if a curtain wall project needs a structural or non-structural silicone sealant.
3. Describe why UV light deteriorates some sealants and not others.
4. Implement procedures for proper surface preparation before sealing joints.

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November

Nov 4, 2021 • CRAN

CRAN Committee Meeting

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Please RSVP to register.

Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org

Nov 18, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Post-Pandemic Sustainable Design: For Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and other Public Spaces

8:00 am–9:00 am

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP

By Bradley Corp.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the short-term and long-term impacts the global pandemic will have on public restroom design, especially as they relate to health and safety.

2. Discuss ways in which professionals can emphasize hygiene without sacrificing sustainability, accessibility, or aesthetics when designing and specifying for public restrooms and locker rooms.

3. Illustrate how sustainable product choices in public restrooms and locker rooms can positively impact occupant health and facility maintenance.

4. Design sustainable commercial restrooms and locker rooms that can help contribute to projects seeking certification with WELL v.1 and USGBC’s LEED v.4 & v.4.1 BD+C, ID+C, O+M new Safety-First Pilot Credits.

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December

Dec 2, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Building Facades Glazing

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP

By Adfast Corporation

Learning Objectives:
1. Specify the right sealant in structural and non-structural applications.
2. Understand different curtain wall systems.
3. Recognize structural sealant joint configurations.
4. Identify non-structural curtain wall sealant applications.
5. Choose the right accessories for curtain wall applications.
6. Understand product compatibility considerations.

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Dec 2, 2021 • CRAN

CRAN Committee Meeting

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Please RSVP to register.

Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org

Dec 9, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Making Glass Come to Life: The Principles of Glass Selection

8:00 am–9:00 am

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP

By Guardian Glass

Learning Objectives:
1. How all the parts of a glass facade work together to meet project vision and goals.
2. How glass composition and low-E coatings affect aesthetics and performance.
3. Identify important design considerations for glass substrates and low-E coatings.
4. Recognize the ways fabricated glass can affect building aesthetics and performance.
5. Understand the variety of performance coatings and customized glass fabrication options.

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January

Jan 13, 2022 • AIA Brooklyn

ON THE MENU: Fireplace Safety in Commercial Fireplace Design

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Virtual presentation.
Free for AIA BK members. Please buy ticket below to register.

1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP, IDCEC

By Montigo the Art of Fireplaces

Fireplaces: Considerations for high-end residential, light commercial and full, custom commercial designs. The discussion will include safety, installation requirements, and venting.

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