Giving Back: How Design Professionals Are Supporting Their Communities [Monday Minute]


October 7, 2024, Edition

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Our hearts go out to everyone affected by Hurricane Helene. In times of such profound loss and upheaval, it’s hard to find the right words. Please know that you are not alone in this difficult journey. The strength of the community and support of the AIBD can help guide you through the challenges ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we hope for comfort and healing in the days to come.

Giving Back: How Design Professionals Are Supporting Their Communities

🎉 Happy #WorldHabitatDay! 🌍

Dive into our latest episode, where we celebrate those making a difference in urban living and discover the impact of volunteering and skill sharing in architecture (00:01:21).


Industry News

Today's Global Observance of World Habitat Day is under the theme “Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future.” Stream the events live from Querétaro, Mexico, via the United Nations Web TV.

This is an inspiring pictorial tour of 15 residential projects from different regions of Latin America that showcase various design approaches to blending architecture with the landscape.

Source: ArchDaily

Provide your clients with a comprehensive guide to help them properly care for their new home. AIBD President Ted Hake spearheaded the guide's most recent updates. How to Care for Your New Home is sold in packs of 10, so you always have one on hand.

Source: NAHB

Announcements

Welcome New Members

And those returning

Marjorie Lehman (ND) Educator

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Congrats! New CPBDs

Tabatha Watabe, CPBD #44-849, Ennis, TX (9/18)

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Events & Training

AIBD Chapters, Boards, and Councils

October 15 - National Council of Building Designer Certification (Virtual) 11:00 am ET.

October 18 - AIBD, Northeast Ohio (In Person) 10:00 am ET at Belden Brick Plant #4, 457 Dover Rd, OH.

October 25 - AIBD, Central Oklahoma (In Person), Location: TBD, Time: 9:30 am CT.

November 6 - ​AIBD Board of Directors​ (Virtual) 4:00 pm ET

SAVE THE DATES!

March 13 & 14, 2025 - Design & Build North Myrtle Beach

August 1 & 2, 2025 - Design & Build Asheville (AIBD's Diamond Jubilee)

AIBD Webinars

October 11 - Coffee With Bernie

October 15 - The High-Performance Homes Team

October 29 - Tuesday at 2, CE Watch Party - How to Appraise High-Performing Homes - And Why They Can Sell for More

Training Events

Hosted By AIBD CE Providers

American Training Solutions - Look for other live in-person and virtual events.

AEC Daily - Look for other live in-person and virtual events.

CEAcademy - Look for other live in-person and virtual events.

Chicago Build, October 22 & 23 - McCormick Place, Chicago, IL. Free registration is OPEN.

Green Home Institute - Look for other live in-person and virtual events.

Traditional Building Conference Series, October 23 & 24 - Savanah, GA. Registration Open.

Recent Committee Activities

AIBD Board of Directors

AIBD Secretary Bernie Kern has posted the minutes from this month's AIBD Board of Directors meeting. They provide an essential overview of the discussions and decisions. Be sure to review them to stay informed about the latest developments and initiatives within AIBD.

Have a triumphant week.


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