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SUMMARY:Inside MarinoWARE: Plant Tour and CEU on Interior Non-Load Bearing Partitions
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin us at AIA Central New Jersey sponsor MarinoWARE in South Plainfield\, NJ\, for a guided tour of the facility and a course on interior non-load bearing partitions! \nFood will be served. \nCourses \nPlant Tour (1 HSW) \nInterior Non-Load Bearing Partitions (1 HSW) \nThis program covers the fundamentals of interior partition framing\, including stud\, track\, and channel identification and uses. Participants will review design guidelines\, explore code compliance\, and learn how these systems can contribute toward LEED credits. \nLearning Objectives \nUnderstand interior partition framing\nDescribe various types of metal studs\nUnderstand installation requirements\nExplain code compliance of common materials in the marketplace today\nPresenter \nAnthony Stazzone\, Architectural Sales Manager Marino|WARE\, Industries \nAnthony Stazzone\, CSI\, is the Architectural Sales Manager for MarinoWARE Industries\, Inc.\, and is based at Corporate Headquarters in South Plainfield\, New Jersey. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). Mr. Stazzone is a graduate of the Virginia Wesleyan University. His professional affiliations also include the Construction Specifications Institute\, Certified Steel Stud Association\, Drywall & Interior Systems Association of New Jersey\, New Jersey Subcontractors Association\, New York Subcontractors Association and the North Eastern Subcontractors Association. \nMr. Stazzone has over 30 years’ background in the steel framing industry\, with particular expertise in cold-formed steel framing products for floors\, curtain walls\, interior non-load bearing\, and roof systems\, LEED implications of product selection\, and recyclability benefits. He has provided solutions-oriented technical assistance to architects\, professional engineers\, specification writers\, interior designers\, general contractors\, subcontractors\, and distributors\, from building conceptualization through completion. Anthony has consulted on Pre-Design Value Engineering for major projects in and around the Mid-Atlantic and North East regions\, including B2 Brooklyn (a 32-Story modular building in New York City\, billed as the “World’s Tallest Pre-Fab Modular Building”)\, as well as the Lewis Arts Center at Princeton University. He has been an invited speaker at numerous architectural and construction industry continuing education seminars\, including those sponsored by The American Institute of Architects and CSI on such topics as Cold-Formed Steel Framing Floor Systems\, Interior Non-Load Bearing Partitions\, and Dynamic and Static Head-of-Wall Joint Fire Protection. \nMarinoWARE has been a leader in cold-formed steel framing for over 30 years. As a division of Ware Industries\, this American-owned and operated company is known for its innovative products\, exceptional service\, and commitment to quality. With manufacturing facilities in New Jersey\, Georgia\, and Indiana\, and a sales presence in New York\, MarinoWARE offers a comprehensive range of steel framing solutions\, supported by knowledgeable sales staff\, dedicated technical support\, and reliable in-house delivery. \nMarinoWARE is also committed to building strong communities. The company prioritizes local job creation and sustainable practices\, all while helping contractors work more efficiently through labor-saving product innovations. With a proven track record and nationwide reach\, MarinoWARE remains a trusted partner in the building and construction industry.
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/inside-marinoware-plant-tour-and-ceu-on-interior-non-load-bearing-partitions/
LOCATION:Marino\WARE\, 400 Metuchen Rd\, South Plainfield\, new jersey\, 07080
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting & Webinar — The History of AIA Central New Jersey\, 1923–Present
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey for a special webinar by the AIA NJ Historical Archives Committee\, exploring AIA Central New Jersey’s story from its founding in 1923 to today. Featuring photos\, newspaper clippings\, and archival records\, the program will highlight Central’s milestones\, contributions to the profession\, and role in shaping architectural leadership\, advocacy\, and community engagement in New Jersey. \nThis presentation will be followed by AIA CNJ’s annual meeting. \nAgenda \n6-7 PM: Webinar (open to all AIA sections)\n7-7:30 PM: Annual Meeting (AIA CNJ only) \nCourse Description (1 LU) | Presented by Elina Shchervinsky\, AIA\, NCARB\, AIA CNJ Past President \nThis webinar explores the complex and rich history of AIA Central New Jersey — one of six Sections of the New Jersey Chapter — from its origins in 1923 to the present day. \nThis presentation will explore Central’s extensive archives\, featuring photographs\, newspaper clippings\, and historical records. The presentation will highlight Central’s origins\, its contributions to the architectural profession in New Jersey\, and its influence on events of local\, state\, and national significance. \nIn addition to historical milestones\, the session will spotlight the leadership\, advocacy\, and community engagement that have defined Central’s legacy and shaped its role within AIA New Jersey. This program is especially relevant for those interested in architectural history\, biographical insights\, and the development of professional leadership. \nAnnual Meeting \nFollowing the presentation\, AIA Central New Jersey members will meet to hear annual reports\, conduct business\, and hold officer elections. \n2026 Proposed Slate of Officers \nTo be announced soon. \nRegistration \nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you within 3 day prior to the webinar.
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/annual-meeting-webinar-the-history-of-aia-central-new-jersey-1923-present/
LOCATION:new jersey
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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SUMMARY:The Kitchen as a Reflection of Human Need & Meaning: A Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey for an evening of thought-provoking conversation\, elegant food and drink\, and professional development at the spacious\, beautifully appointed showroom of Mrs. G Appliances! \nThe Kitchen as a Reflection of Human Need & Meaning: A Roundtable Discussion \nAbout the Roundtable (1.5 HSW) \nIn all its forms\, the kitchen is a physical expression of our most essential needs—offering nourishment\, comfort\, and a sense of place. Framed through the lens of the Vitruvian triad—firmitas (solidity)\, utilitas (usefulness)\, and venustas (beauty)—this discussion invites participants to consider the kitchen as a space where design and daily life meet in deeply meaningful ways. \nWe’ll explore how thoughtful choices in layout\, materials\, lighting\, ventilation\, and circulation can create environments that are not only functional and beautiful\, but also support overall well-being and emotional connection. \nTopics will include: \nAir quality and environmental health\nInclusive and intuitive layouts\nSpatial relationships and circulation\nThe role of beauty and emotional resonance \nThe Panel \nBen Walmer\, AIA\,\nRoundtable Moderator\nTreasurer\, AIA CNJ\, Founder\, Broadloom\, Founder\, Highlands Dinner Club \nOriginally from Gettysburg PA\, architect and chef\, Ben Walmer\, comes from a family of five generations of fruit growers. It is from this agrarian background that he traces his connections to food and design and the motivation to launch Highlands Dinner Club (HDC) in New York City in 2009. Ben currently lives in central New Jersey and is founding architect and creative director of the NJ/NYC-based interdisciplinary design practice\, Broadloom\, whose diverse capabilities include design strategy\, hospitality design\, regenerative food systems design and agricultural master planning. HDC is a mobile social and culinary laboratory produced by Broadloom and collaboratively executed by a rotating cast of chefs\, farmers\, designers and artists. Wielding spontaneous spirit and exceptional local ingredients\, HDC has created farm-to-table experiences across three continents and seen time and again the connections and joy that come when people gather at the table to share a meal. FOOD MAKES FRIENDS. \nCourtney Rombough\, AIA\nPanelist\nOwner\, Rombough Architecture\nLicensed Architect specializing in Remodels and Additions of old homes \nCourtney Rombough is a licensed architect in New Jersey with a deep connection to her hometown of Montclair. With over 16 years of professional experience\, she has worked on an extensive range of projects across Northern New Jersey\, from intimate space designs to complete home renovations and additions. \nHer career spans roles at prestigious\, award-winning firms such as Ike Kligerman Barkley in New York City and Ryan Group Architects in Lake Tahoe\, CA. Courtney earned her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Virginia Tech\, a foundation that has supported her dynamic journey through diverse architectural styles and practices. \nCourtney’s passion for design is complemented by her time in San Francisco\, where she honed her expertise in user experience and web design at a tech startup. This unique perspective allows her to present innovative\, easy-to-understand solutions to her clients while ensuring the design process remains engaging and enjoyable. \nRicardo (Ric) Soares\, AIA\, CPHD\, LEED AP\nPanelist\nFounder\, Holistic Homes Architecture \nRic is the founder of Holistic Homes Architecture\, a practice focused on creating high-performance homes that prioritize comfort\, durability\, and healthy indoor environments. A Certified Passive House Designer and former builder\, Ric brings a systems-based approach to residential design—integrating HVAC\, envelope\, lighting\, and spatial planning from concept through construction. \nHis firm is grounded in core principles: honest guidance\, sound building science\, efficient planning\, resilient assemblies\, and healthy indoor air quality. Unlike firms that stop at permit sets\, Ric remains deeply involved in every detail to ensure design aligns with performance\, budget\, and execution. \nWith past experience managing complex government and commercial projects\, Ric now channels that technical rigor into custom homes built for real-world resilience. \nCourtney L. Lowry\, AIA\, NCARB\nPanelist\nSecretary\, AIA CNJ\, Founder\, Courtney Lowry Architect \nCourtney L. Lowry\, AIA\, NCARB is the founder of Courtney Lowry Architect\, a full-service residential architecture firm based in Sayreville\, NJ. Since launching the firm in 2017\, Courtney has built a reputation for thoughtful\, space-efficient\, and budget-conscious designs that reflect both technical expertise and creative vision. \nA long-standing member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA)\, Courtney currently serves as Secretary of the AIA Central New Jersey Board. She is also deeply involved in community preservation as Vice-Chairperson and Treasurer of the Woodbridge Township Historic Preservation Commission\, where she has volunteered since 2009. In addition\, she leads the commission’s Education Committee\, organizing an annual essay contest on local history for seventh-grade students across the township’s middle schools. \nCourtney is a dedicated solo practitioner\, as well as a proud wife and mother to a spirited four-year-old daughter. Outside of work\, she enjoys running\, gardening\, spending time outdoors\, and taking family vacations whenever possible. \nAlec Gioseffi\, arm Director & Executive Chef at Ironbound Farm \nAlec Gioseffi is the visionary Farm Director & Executive Chef at Ironbound Farm\, a 108-acre Regenerative Farm and Cider House located in the New Jersey Highlands. Alec’s passion for the culinary arts was sparked by his upbringing in a large Italian family where the kitchen was the heart of the home. Through travel\, Alec realized the power of food to bring people together across all cultures and backgrounds. It became clear that eating is a cultural and agricultural act which informs people’s relationship to the land. After working in kitchens in his early career\, Alec shifted his focus to agriculture. He co-found Cooperative 518 and Cherry Valley Cooperative in the Princeton\, NJ\, with a focus on using Regenerative Agriculture as a means of caring for land & community. Both farms boasted a large CSA and supplied local restaurants while hosting community events.\nIn 2019\, Alec joined Ironbound Farm to design an agroforestry & Silvopasture system\, integrating produce and livestock into the farm’s apple orchard. Eventually\, Alec’s role evolved into overseeing the culinary program at Ironbound as Executive Chef. In the kitchen\, Alec designs his menus around the seasons\, with all of the ingredients sourced from the farm and direct from local partners. Food is cooked over the Motherfire\, a 30-foot tall Argentinian-inspired open fire cooking hearth that stands at the heart of Ironbound Farm. \nThank you to Platinum Sponsor Mrs. G Appliances for hosting this event!
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/the-kitchen-as-a-reflection-of-human-need-meaning-a-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:Mrs. G Appliances\, 2720 US-1 BUS\, Lawrence Township\, new jersey\, 08648
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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SUMMARY:Architecture and Land Use Law: Perfect Together
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey Tuesday\, September 24 from 12–1:30 PM for “Architecture and Land Use Law: Perfect Together\,” a 1.5 HSW-credit webinar exploring how land use rules shape architectural practice in New Jersey\, presented by Edward Purcell\, Partner at Price Meese Shulman & D’Arminio\, P.C. \nCourse Description (1.5 HSW Submitted) \nThis 1.5 hour seminar will give a thumbnail sketch of New Jersey land use law. The regulations that govern the practice of architecture require some familiarity with land use. This seminar will discuss the difference and interplay between construction permits\, zoning permits\, site plan approval\, subdivision approval and variance approval\, as well as some of the proofs that need to be shown for use and bulk variance approval. This seminar will also discuss the scope of what type of plans can\, per the applicable New Jersey regulations\, be created by an architect with respect to a land use application. Lastly\, this seminar will discuss some tips for architects to be successful expert witnesses in the land use context. \nRegistration \nZoom link will be provided by email within 3 days of the webinar. \nPresenter \nEdward Purcell is a partner at Price Meese Shulman & D’Arminio\, P.C. He concentrates his practice in the areas of land use\, planning and telecommunications law and is knowledgeable in all areas of local zoning law\, and state development regulations including applications under the Highlands and Pinelands Preservation laws. Mr. Purcell has also lectured and written widely on areas related to telecommunications\, public rights-of-way\, land use and municipal law. He serves as a trustee of the New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys and as an editor of the New Jersey Local Government Law Review. Mr. Purcell is also an editor of the Land Use Citator\, a yearly compilation of land use decisions published by the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education. He also formerly served as a Director of the New Jersey State Bar Association Land Use Law Section. Mr. Purcell is 2nd Vice President of the Somerset County Bar Association\, serves as co-chair of the SCBA’s Land Use Section and coordinates its annual land use symposium. Previously\, Mr. Purcell served as Associate Counsel to the New Jersey State League of Municipalities.
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/architecture-and-land-use-law-perfect-together/
LOCATION:new jersey
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
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SUMMARY:Innovative Daylighting Strategies by CBG South
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey on Thursday\, September 18\, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Chimney Rock Inn\, Flemington for an evening of networking\, good food\, and learning\, hosted by Silver Sponsor CBG South! \nThis is sure to be a tubular (awesome) evening discussing tubular (daylighting) devices! \nLearn how TDDs can enhance occupant wellness\, support sustainable building goals\, and contribute toward LEED and WELL certification. \nAttendees will earn 1 HSW and 1 GBCI !! \nFood will be provided! \nYou’ll learn how to: \nIdentify three reasons for using daylighting in commercial environments \nDescribe three daylighting strategies and identify their advantages and disadvantages \nIdentify and define the three technologies that make up TDD products \nList three tools and resources architects can use to incorporate TDDs into their projects \nLearn how others have incorporated TDDs in their projects \nDescribe three daylighting strategies and identify their advantages and disadvantages \nPresenters \nPaul Murray\, Principal\, CBG South \nAlan Tenenbaum\, Regional Business Development Executive\, CBG South
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/innovative-daylighting-strategies-by-cbg-south/
LOCATION:Chimney Rock Inn\, 41 NJ-31\, Flemington\, new jersey\, 08822
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
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SUMMARY:CNJ Happy Hour: A Networking-Based Approach to Networking
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey on September 4\, 2025\, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Alfonso’s Trattoria in Somerville for a delightful evening of networking in action. Enjoy great company\, good conversation\, and earn 0 HSW by participating in our latest non-course course of course! \nRefreshments will be served! \nCourse: Networking Theory and Practice: Field Applications in Network Expansion (0 HSW) \nThis course will demonstrate how attending a networking event can expand your network through the proven method of networking. Participants will actively engage in networking by navigating a dynamic\, real-time networking environment—also known as a happy hour. Through sustained exposure to networking\, attendees will have the chance to build a stronger\, more robust network by networking with other professionals who are also actively networking to expand their networks. By the end of the evening\, participants will leave with a deeper appreciation for networking and a broader network. \nLearning Objectives: \nPractice effective networking strategies by participating in a live networking environment.\nAnalyze how networking with other networkers can lead to a more networked network.\nStrengthen your network by networking to enhance professional networking opportunities.\nUnderstand the role of casual networking in supporting long-term network growth.
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/cnj-happy-hour-a-networking-based-approach-to-networking/
LOCATION:Alfonso’s Trattoria\, 99 W Main St\, Somerville\, new jersey\, 08876
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094655
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SUMMARY:Telyas Chabad Jewish Center Guided Tour Followed by Presentation on Business Development
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesOriginally scheduled for May 20 — now rescheduled to July 15! \nJoin us for a guided tour of the Telyas Chabad Jewish Center\, recipient of a 2024 Faith & Form Award and an AIA Central NJ 2024 Design Award. Designed by Joshua Zinder Architecture + Design\, LLC d/b/a Landau Zinder Architecture\, this 23\,000-square-foot community center integrates seamlessly into the landscape while serving as a focal point for Hunterdon County’s growing Jewish community. The design prioritizes accessibility\, natural materials\, and environmental sensitivity while balancing modern programmatic needs with zoning constraints. \nThe tour will explore key spaces\, including the lobby\, sanctuary\, social hall\, classrooms\, offices\, and nursery school. Following the walkthrough\, Joshua Zinder\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, will present on alternative firm business structures\, highlighting a Firm Within A Firm Strategy as implemented at his firm. \nTour Course Description: Tour (1 HSW) \nJoin us for a guided tour of the Telyas Chabad Jewish Center in Clinton\, NJ\, recipient of a 2024 Faith & Form Award and an AIA Central NJ 2024 Design Award. Thoughtfully positioned within the limited buildable area of a 7.2-acre site—bordered by two wetland zones and two roadways—the 23\,000-sf community center was developed with a “town square” parti\, serving as a dynamic focal point for the growing Jewish community of Hunterdon County. The design takes advantage of the site’s natural slope to integrate the building into the landscape\, maintaining a low profile to address neighborhood concerns while ensuring seamless accessibility. Natural and regionally sensitive materials were selected to complement the area’s historic character while supporting durability and environmental considerations. The tour will explore how the building balances modern programmatic needs with zoning and site constraints\, incorporating thoughtful solutions for egress\, acoustics\, and flexible gathering spaces. The design fosters both individual and communal well-being\, with an emphasis on daylighting\, material choices\, and a strong connection to the surrounding environment. Attendees will be divided into two groups for a guided walkthrough of interior and exterior spaces\, including the lobby\, sanctuary\, social hall\, classrooms\, office space\, and nursery school. \nCourse Description: Business Structures as a Strategy for Firm Growth (0.5 LU) \nParticipants will gather for a Business of Architecture presentation by Joshua Zinder\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP focused on alternative firm business structures as a strategy for firm growth and future financial stability. Specific case study will feature a Firm Within A Firm Strategy\, as established at Joshua’s firm Joshua Zinder Architecture + Design\, LLC d/b/a Landau Zinder Architecture – the design firm responsible for the Telyas Chabad Jewish Center. \nGuest Speakers \nJoshua Zinder\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP BD+C \nJoshua has over 30 years of experience\, focusing on service to the profession\, community\, and his faith. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Syracuse University and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of two Princeton-based firms—Joshua Zinder Architecture + Design and Landau|Zinder Architecture—where he leads projects that blend traditional materials with thoughtful design. His work spans hospitality\, cultural\, educational\, religious\, and government spaces\, as well as private homes and mixed-use developments. \nJoshua is passionate about community\, exemplified by Sukkah Village in Princeton\, which raised over $40\,000 for nonprofits. He serves on the Executive Board for the AIA National Small Firm Exchange and has presented at the AIA National Conferences. Locally\, he was AIA NJ President in 2021 and continues to serve on several AIA NJ committees and boards. He is also a Trustee of AIA Central New Jersey. Outside of architecture\, Joshua is active in Jewish Family and Children’s Services\, Gotham Networking\, and the Princeton Jewish Center. \nBenjamin Grace\, AIA\, NCARB \nAs a Registered Architect (State of New Jersey) overseeing all phases of the design process\, Benjamin consistently demonstrates intelligence and acumen in his management of diverse project types for higher education\, hospitality\, retail\, commercial\, well-being/fitness and multi-family residential projects. He recently served as the Project Manager for the Telyas Chabad Jewish Center\, the 3-acre Venetian Hotel Pool Deck in Las Vegas\, and multiple projects for Princeton University including a new Data Visualization Lab and the renovation of historic Prospect Avenue faculty townhouses. Prior to joining the JZA+D team in 2013\, Benjamin worked at William Starck Architects in Massachusetts. \nThe 23\,000-sf Chabad Center is thoughtfully designed on a 7.2-acre site\, carefully integrating with its natural surroundings while responding to community needs. The building’s layout follows a “town square” concept\, with a central\, light-filled lobby acting as the heart of the community. The design prioritizes connectivity to the landscape\, using the site’s slope to keep the structure low-profile and unobtrusive. The sanctuary\, oriented eastward toward Jerusalem\, features a flexible space that accommodates 150 congregants\, with natural light flooding through clerestory windows. A multipurpose “jewel box” in the lobby serves as a gathering space\, while an amphitheater offers outdoor opportunities for prayer and events. The design blends modern forms with regionally sensitive materials\, creating a dynamic and inviting space that goes beyond a synagogue to become a vibrant community hub for the growing Jewish population in Hunterdon County.
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/telyas-chabad-jewish-center-guided-tour-followed-by-presentation-on-business-development/
LOCATION:Telyas Chabad Jewish Center\, 63 Payne Rd\, Lebanon\, new jersey\, 08833
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000
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SUMMARY:AIA CNJ Summer Party
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin AIA Central New Jersey for a super fun summer evening on June 25\, 6–8 PM at Whittemore – Community\, Culture & Conservation! \nLet’s be honest — who can resist great food\, beer/wine\, and a game-style HSW session in a beautiful natural setting? \nThe answer is obvious. See you there! \nCode Jeopardy\nPresented by Allegion | 1 LU | HSW\nThis interactive course uses a fast-paced\, game-style format to explore key code topics\, including: \nLearning objectives: \nIdentifying accessible opening requirements\nExplaining means of egress codes\nSpecifying code-compliant fire-rated products\nDiscussing electrical hardware code considerations
URL:https://aianjarchive.bytesizedigital.com/event/aia-cnj-summer-party/
LOCATION:Whittemore\, 7 Rockaway Rd\, Oldwick\, new jersey\, 08858
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T000000
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SUMMARY:Plant Tour of Fimbel Architectural Doors
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin AIA Central New Jersey for an educational plant tour of Fimbel Architectural Door Specialties\, where participants will examine real-world applications of sustainable manufacturing practices in the production of architectural doors. \n1 LU|HSW \nLight refreshments provided. \nAttendees will gain a deeper understanding of: \nThe integration of advanced manufacturing and sustainable design principles in door production\nHow traditional craftsmanship meets modern technology to create high-performance doors for demanding environments\nThe role of these manufacturing practices in achieving sustainability goals such as LEED certification and reducing environmental impact \nThe session will examine how architectural doors are engineered to balance performance\, environmental responsibility\, and durability\, making them suitable for a wide range of construction projects. \nTour Guide \nErin Fimbel\, CEO\, Fimbel ADS \nFounded in 1924\, Fimbel Architectural Door Specialties is a fourth-generation\, family-owned manufacturer of sectional garage doors. With a long-standing history of innovation and craftsmanship\, the company operates out of New Jersey and continues to evolve its practices to align with modern sustainability and performance standards. Fimbel’s facilities offer insight into how architectural door production has advanced through nearly a century of continuous improvement\, blending traditional methods with today’s materials and technologies.
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LOCATION:Fimbel Architectural Doors\, 8 Coddington Rd\, White House Station\, new jersey\, 08889
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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SUMMARY:The Notre-Dame Restoration as Contemporary Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin Central New Jersey us on April 23\, from 6-8 PM at Seasons 52 in Bridgewater for a presentation on the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Dr. Lindsay Cook and Jackson DuBois will explore the impact of the 2019 fire\, addressing fire protection\, structural integrity\, and the role of modern technology in preserving historic buildings. They will also examine how traditional craftsmanship and innovative solutions are being used to rebuild Notre-Dame with both historical accuracy and modern safety standards. \nDinner + cash bar \nCourse Description (1 LU|HSW) \nIn this joint lecture\, Dr. Lindsay Cook (Department of Art History\, Penn State University) and Jackson DuBois (Executive Director\, Timber Framers Guild) will frame the Notre-Dame restoration as a work of contemporary architecture. \nThe fire that ravaged Notre-Dame in April 2019 exposed key challenges related to fire protection\, materials\, and structural integrity in historic buildings. As flames consumed the cathedral’s roof\, melting lead tiles and destroying the 19th-century spire’s timber framework\, the fire also highlighted the resilience of its stone structure. This resilience showcased the ingenuity of the original Gothic design and the craftsmanship of its builders. \nIn the wake of the fire\, the Macron administration expressed openness to adding a “contemporary architectural gesture” to the spire\, sparking an international design response. Architects and students worldwide reimagined the spire and roof system\, pushing for innovative solutions. \nHowever\, the restoration has focused on rebuilding Notre-Dame identically (à l’identique)\, a feat made possible by the combined efforts of architects\, engineers\, conservators\, materials scientists\, and tradespeople. Modern technologies have been integrated with traditional materials\, ensuring that the work adheres to both historical accuracy and modern standards for safety and structural integrity. \nBy examining the process\, participants will gain insights into contemporary architectural practice\, including strategies for enhancing fire resilience\, maintaining material sustainability\, and ensuring the structural integrity of complex\, historic buildings.
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LOCATION:Seasons 52\, 410 Commons Way\, Bridgewater\, New Jersey\, 08807
CATEGORIES:Central New Jersey
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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