Reviving Matter for Regenerative Architecture at DumoLab
2025-07-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesReviving Matter for Regenerative Architecture at DumoLab: Bio-Based Strategies for Healthier, Safer, and More Resilient Design
Presented by
Dr. Laia Mogas Soldevila – Director, Dumolab Research, Assistant Professor of Architecture, Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania
1pm-2pm
1 LU/HSW
The AIA New Jersey Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Committee focuses on how emerging technologies—from BIM to digital fabrication—are transforming architecture. TAP supports innovation in design and construction by helping architects explore and adopt tools that improve efficiency, quality, and project outcomes. Please join us for this valuable webinar:
As architecture shifts toward regenerative and ecologically responsible practices, bio-based material innovation offers transformative potential to improve health, safety, and welfare in the built environment. This webinar will highlight the groundbreaking work at DumoLab, where design research intersects with biomaterials science, circular economies, and sensing technologies to create regenerative architecture rooted in ecological intelligence. Participants will explore how waste-derived materials, living systems, and hyper-local supply chains are redefining material choices, while integrated “biosensing” strategies actively respond to environmental health conditions. The session will also address how architects can guide clients toward a deeper understanding of ecological literacy to support resilient, community-centered design.
Attendees will leave with actionable insights into the application of circular systems and biomaterial technologies that prioritize occupant well-being, environmental safety, and long-term sustainability.

AIANS Summer Course Fun!
2025-07-09 14:30 - 20:00 | Paramount FMS, 72 Readington Rd, Branchburg, New Jersey, 08876
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin AIA Newark and Suburban for an afternoon of education, networking, and summer fun at Paramount FMS! Enjoy delicious food and drinks while earning valuable HSW and GBCI continuing education credits.
The event will feature four engaging presentations from industry leaders, all focused on creating healthier, more sustainable, and more forward-thinking design solutions. Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers and enhance your expertise—all in one vibrant summer setting.
Course Line-Up
Global Furniture Group
Title: Generation Z
CE Credit: 1.0 AIA
Description:
They’re coming: Everything you need to know about the next generation of workers—and what they’ll expect from the workplace. As Generation Z enters the workforce, their preferences, values, and expectations differ significantly from Millennials and other preceding generations. This course will explore generational characteristics in the workplace, highlight the unique needs of Gen Z, and offer strategies for designing environments that support intergenerational collaboration and emerging workplace trends.
UMI Stone
Title: Green Design: Natural Stone and Sustainable Building
CE Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW / GBCI 1.0 CE
Description:
This presentation highlights how natural stone fits into the Green movement. Learn how the stone industry is reducing environmental impact through technological advances and responsible sourcing. The course will explore historical uses of stone, its life cycle, carbon footprint, and how it contributes to modern green building standards.
Humanscale
Title: Designing for Impact: Empowering Sustainable Product Specification
CE Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW
Description:
This course addresses the significance of sustainability in product specification. Attendees will learn how design choices influence environmental, social, and human health outcomes. By evaluating products through rigorous screening methodologies, participants will be empowered to make decisions that support sustainable, responsible design.
Benjamin Moore
Title: Creating Healthy Living Environments with Advanced Paint Technology
CE Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW / IDCEC 1.0 HSW / GBCI 1.0 CE
Description:
Explore the intersection of sustainability and health through innovative paint technologies. This session covers the chemistry of architectural paints, the impact of VOCs, testing methods, and relevant LEED® categories. Learn how to specify paints that contribute to healthier indoor environments while meeting green building standards.
A huge thank you to Paramount FMS for hosting this phenomenal AIANS Educational Programs Event!

AIANJ WIA Quarterly Women in Architecture Committee Meeting
2025-07-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-10 12:30 - 13:30 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesCome join the AIANJ WIA Quarterly Women in Architecture Committee Meeting,
GOALS: Support, spotlight and share.
INITIATIVES: Bridge, develop, expand.
FOCUS: Access members, organize connections, engage the committee in continued, education, member mentoring, and general support to address unique challenges present for women in the profession.

AIANS A.R.E. Seminar #4: Construction & Evaluation
2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin us for a focused A.R.E. Seminar on Construction & Evaluation, designed for licensure candidates and registered architects seeking a knowledge refresh.
Attend in person at Kean University or join remotely via Zoom—flexible options to fit your schedule.
4 LU|HSW

Telyas Chabad Jewish Center Guided Tour Followed by Presentation on Business Development
2025-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Telyas Chabad Jewish Center, 63 Payne Rd, Lebanon, new jersey, 08833
Reading Time: 2 minutesOriginally scheduled for May 20 — now rescheduled to July 15!
Join 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.
The 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.
Tour Course Description: Tour (1 HSW)
Join 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.
Course Description: Business Structures as a Strategy for Firm Growth (0.5 LU)
Participants 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.
Guest Speakers
Joshua Zinder, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
Joshua 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.
Joshua 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.
Benjamin Grace, AIA, NCARB
As 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.
The 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.

In Conversation, "Building Futures"
2025-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin the AIA NJ TAP committee for this insightful webinar and earn 1 HSW
In Conversation, “Building Futures”
As technology continues to reshape how we design and build, architects are finding new ways to deliver high-performance, climate-responsive, and efficient buildings. Building Futures features Winka Dubbeldam, Associate AIA, Principal at Archi-Tectonics, who will share how her practice integrates digital tools, sustainable strategies, and advanced construction technologies to meet today’s design and environmental challenges.
Through the lens of her recently completed Asian Games campus and “Eco-Park” in Hangzhou, China, and practical insights, Winka will discuss how tools like BIM, environmental simulation, and modular systems are supporting smarter design decisions and better building outcomes. From improving energy performance to addressing urban density, the session will show how architects can use innovation to create healthier, safer, and more resilient spaces.
Moderated by Richard Garber, AIA, the session will cover topics addressed in his latest book by the same name and include a conversation about the evolving tools and responsibilities of architects as we plan for the future of practice.

East Coast Green Virtual 2 Day Conference
2025-07-19 08:00 - 18:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe East Coast Green Virtual Conference returns for two days of forward-thinking dialogue on sustainable design, high-performance building, and climate-resilient communities. Designed for architects, engineers, planners, and professionals across the built environment, this virtual event explores the critical role design plays in addressing environmental and social challenges.
Sessions will cover a broad range of timely topics, including:
-Net-zero and carbon-neutral strategies
-Building electrification and decarbonization
-Climate adaptation and resilient urban design
-Environmental justice and equitable development
-Sustainable materials and circular design
-Green infrastructure and community-based planning
With a mix of keynote presentations, expert panels, and case studies, East Coast Green Virtual provides actionable insights, innovative tools, and inspiration to help move sustainable design from concept to reality.
All sessions qualify for AIA HSW/LU credits. Open to professionals, students, and advocates for a more sustainable future. Register today to be part of the conversation.

Back in Time, Future Forward A Tour of Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University sponsored by AIA South Jersey
2025-07-26 11:30 | Edelman Fossil Park and Musuem of Rowan University, 66 Million Mosasaur Way, Mantua, new jersey, 08080
Reading Time: 2 minutesTake a tour, with South Jersey, of the recently opened Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of
Rowan University in Mantua Township, New Jersey, led by EFM staff &
members of the architectural team. Designed by the renowned firms of
Ennead Architects (Design Architect), KSS Architects (Executive Architects)
& G&A (Museum Planning & Experience Design), EFM is situated within a
65-acre fossil park and is one of the largest public net zero carbon
emissions buildings in New Jersey. The 44,000-square-foot museum
features an integrated design with immersive exhibits housed within a
highly sustainable building that connects visitors to the amazing story
of the site.
CEUs: 2 LUs

The Wide World of WRBs Presented by Benjamin Obdyke
2025-07-29 12:00 - 13:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin us on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for a live, HSW-approved webinar!
The Wide World of WRBs, presented by Benjamin Obdyke and course presenter Rich Ferro, will explore the variety of water resistive barriers available and guide you through best practices and accessories to support high-performance wall systems.
Tickets are free, and the insights you’ll gain are invaluable!
1 HSW
Description:
There are a lot of options out there for Water Resistive Barriers (WRBs), and determining what’s best for your project can be challenging. This course will help you identify and understand best practices and the accessories that support WRB performance as part of a high-performance wall system.
Whether you’re looking to refine your specifications or gain insight into the latest moisture management technologies, this course delivers practical guidance grounded in real-world applications.
Speaker
Richard Ferro is the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Market Development Manager with Benjamin Obdyke, a leading innovator in moisture management and building envelope systems. With many years of experience in the building industry, Rich brings deep technical knowledge and a passion for high-performance building practices to his work with architects, builders, and contractors. At Benjamin Obdyke, Richard specializes in the building science field, with a focus on water and air management solutions that meet the evolving demands of durability, sustainability, and code compliance. His work includes providing project-specific guidance, educational presentations, and product training tailored to the architectural and building community.
Richard regularly collaborates with AIA chapters, architectural firms, and industry organizations to deliver AIA-accredited continuing education sessions. His engaging and informative presentations help design professionals stay at the forefront of best practices in building envelope design and detailing.

AIA NJ WIA Destination Architect: Education, Experience and Examination
2025-08-08 12:00 - 13:30 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin us for an AIA Women in Architecture-hosted webinar:
Destination Architect: Education, Experience and Examination
August 8, 2025 (Friday), 12:00–1:30 PM, 1.5 LU
This informative session is designed for anyone currently navigating the path to architectural licensure. Whether you’re a recent graduate, emerging professional, an established practitioner licensed in another country, student, or anywhere in between. This session will offer valuable insights and demonstrate the full path to licensure, including how to set up your NCARB Record, navigate the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®), and prepare for the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®). The presentation will also cover recent updates to NCARB programs and explain how to maximize your career potential in architecture. A Q&A session will follow the presentation, providing an opportunity to get your questions answered directly.
Presented by Abigail Benjamin, AIA, NCARB, CNU-A, this session will provide clear guidance and practical advice on how to progress through NCARB requirements toward licensure, supported by Abigail’s years of leadership and expertise. She currently serves as the 2023–2026 AIA New Jersey Young Architect Representative (YAR), 2019–2026 AIA New Jersey Licensing Advisor.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the competencies required for the practice of architecture as identified in the AXP and describe ways to achieve and demonstrate the competencies.
2. Utilize the demonstrated resources to identify the specific requirements for licensure and lawful practice in each jurisdiction.
3. Explain why competency and licensure are important to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
4. Outline the process of becoming licensed as an architect in the United States
The session will be moderated by Erin Sharp-Newton, M. Arch, Chair of AIANJ WIA, and will conclude with an open Q&A for attendees.

AIA New Jersey Small Firm Exchange Forum
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin the AIA NJ Small Firm Exchange for a special lunchtime forum exploring how small firms can engage with the AIA 2030 Commitment and the Framework for Design Excellence—two critical tools for advancing climate action through architecture. These initiatives are now part of the 2025 AIA New Jersey Design Awards submission requirements, making this session particularly valuable for design professionals across the state. 1LU pending.
Featured Speaker:
Nathan Kipnis, FAIA, LEED BD+C
As a recognized industry leader and innovator in sustainable design, Nathan Kipnis will lead a compelling discussion exploring the origins of the Framework for Design Excellence and its practical relevance within today’s architectural landscape.
With his rich background in architectural advancement, which includes serving as the national co-chair of the 2030 Commitment Working Group, instructing one of the top three courses at AIAU, An Introduction to the Framework for Design Excellence, and serving as an active member in the national AIA Committee on Climate Action and Design Excellence (CCADE), attendees will gain valuable insights in how to effectively integrate the framework’s principles into small firm practice, monitor energy performance, and actively contribute to creating a more sustainable environment.
This is an open, interactive session—bring your questions, ideas, and experiences. All are welcome.

CNJ Happy Hour: A Networking-Based Approach to Networking
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Alfonso’s Trattoria, 99 W Main St, Somerville, new jersey, 08876
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!
Refreshments will be served!
Course: Networking Theory and Practice: Field Applications in Network Expansion (0 HSW)
This 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.
Learning Objectives:
Practice effective networking strategies by participating in a live networking environment.
Analyze how networking with other networkers can lead to a more networked network.
Strengthen your network by networking to enhance professional networking opportunities.
Understand the role of casual networking in supporting long-term network growth.

Social Change Through Architecture and Art
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:30 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn this session, attendees will hear from leaders in architecture as they share their experiences with creating public events and displays that present design and architecture as platforms for raising awareness of critical issues to make real impact within their communities. Drawing on the success of several differently scaled public demonstrations, the presenters offer practical roadmaps for multi-stakeholder partnerships to create design-focused events that engage, delight, illuminate, and inspire.
Case studies presented range in scale and scope from a single alleyway community center to sprawling week- and multi-week events with multiple built structures. Attendees acquire tools and methods for forming partnerships, developing budgets and schedules, integrating social media strategy, and raising funds to benefit social causes and nonprofit partners, which they can bring back to their own communities to create new and innovative events and exhibitions that leverage design in the public sphere to spur conversation and make direct in support of social goals.
1.5 LU Credit
AIA Members (all states): $20 | Non-members: $35

ALNNJ Happy Hour Q3
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Lazy Lanigans, 604 Main St, Hackensack,, New Jersey, 07601
Reading Time: 2 minutesYou’re invited to the Architect’s League of New Jersey’s Q3 Happy Hour on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Lazy Lanigan’s in Hackensack!
Enjoy a fun and casual evening with fellow members, colleagues, and friends.
Attendees will receive one free drink and complimentary bar food.
Don’t miss this chance to relax, reconnect, and catch up with peers as we head into the fall!

West Jersey Allied Member CEU* Presentation
2025-09-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Blue Monkey Tavern, 2 S Center Street, Merchantville, New Jersey, 08109
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin AIA West Jersey for presentations from several of our allied members including Marvin Windows, Orndorf & Associates, and Sill Dry!
*This event is pending approval for 3 CEUs.
Food & beverage is included with registration.

East Coast Green Virtual 2 Day Conference
2025-09-12 08:00 - 18:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe East Coast Green Virtual Conference returns for two days of forward-thinking dialogue on sustainable design, high-performance building, and climate-resilient communities. Designed for architects, engineers, planners, and professionals across the built environment, this virtual event explores the critical role design plays in addressing environmental and social challenges.
Sessions will cover a broad range of timely topics, including:
-Net-zero and carbon-neutral strategies
-Building electrification and decarbonization
-Climate adaptation and resilient urban design
-Environmental justice and equitable development
-Sustainable materials and circular design
-Green infrastructure and community-based planning
With a mix of keynote presentations, expert panels, and case studies, East Coast Green Virtual provides actionable insights, innovative tools, and inspiration to help move sustainable design from concept to reality.
All sessions qualify for AIA HSW/LU and GBCI credits. Open to professionals, students, and advocates for a more sustainable future. Register today to be part of the conversation
*Additional Dates: 9/19/2025 8:00am-6:00pm

The History of AIA Jersey Shore: 1934-present
2025-09-16 12:30 - 13:30 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesPresented by the AIA NJ Historical Archives Committee, this webinar, one in a series to celebrate AIA New Jersey’s 125th Anniversary, presents the History of AIA Jersey Shore: 1934-present, a section of AIA New Jersey, from its inception as the Monmouth County Society of Architects to the present day. Through a collected archive of historical photographs, memorabilia, and newspaper clippings, the presentation tells the story of the various personalities and events that have shaped the organization the professional and educate the public on the important role of architects in the society. The webinar touches on historical events of local, state, and national significance, but also illustrates the organizational, leadership, and community outreach efforts necessary for successful advocacy of the architectural profession. It is intended for enthusiasts of local architectural history and biographical history, as well as the emerging leaders within AIA.

SFx Small Firm Showcase
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe AIA New Jersey Small Firm Exchange (SFx) proudly presents the Small Firm Showcase Webinar on Wednesday, September 17, spotlighting the diverse and impactful work of small architectural practices across the state. This inspiring program will feature presentations from a select group of firms—each sharing a built project that exemplifies the creativity, expertise, and unique perspective of small practices. Projects will be explored through design, process, and lessons learned, followed by a live Q&A and open discussion. The Showcase is a celebration of the big impact small firms have on New Jersey’s built environment.

September Meeting: The Post-War Legacy of Carl Kemm Loven, Phase 2
2025-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Coronet Showroom, 55 Shepherds Ln, Totowa, 07512
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin Architects League of Northern New Jersey on Wednesday, September 17 at the Coronet Showroom for ALNNJ’s September meeting, featuring Builder of Dreams, Phase Two: The Post-War Legacy of Carl Kemm Loven’s Residential Architecture presented by Xiomara Paredes, AIA, and Kathleen Walter.
Agenda
Social Hour: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Dinner & Presentation: 7:00 PM
Course Description (1 LU Submitted)
This course explores the second phase of architect Carl Kemm Loven’s work, focusing on the post–World War II period through the early 1960s. As American residential architecture shifted toward more simplified and affordable home types, Loven responded with designs that balanced functional needs with distinctive features. Participants will learn how Loven transitioned from elaborate, storybook-style homes to Cape Cod and split-level houses, while still incorporating signature elements such as dovecotes, masonry details, and mixed materials. The presentation also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and preserving the architectural value of these homes as part of the region’s built history.
Speakers
Xiomara C. Paredes, AIA, is the Principal of Paredes-Grube Architecture in Glen Rock, New Jersey, and a Registered Architect in New York and New Jersey. As an undergraduate, she earned the Bachelor of Architecture in 1979 from the Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas. As a graduate student, she won the Thesis Prize and earned her Master of Architecture in 1983 from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
After ten years of experience at two northern New Jersey firms, Xiomara started her architectural practice in 1994 to focus on residential design. Her firm’s large portfolio demonstrates architectural solutions for older homes – including a number of original Karl Kemm Loven designs – where attention to period style and historic detail is combined with modern construction materials and technology.
Xiomara joined the Glen Rock Historical & Preservation Society in 2008 after learning about Loven in 2005 when she designed the renovation of and addition to his former home in Glen Rock. In 2009, she worked with the Glen Rock Historian to preserve and archive 345 sets of Loven’s drawings donated to the GRHPS. As the Archivist for the Loven collection, Xiomara continues to assist the GRHPS in locating and documenting remaining Loven homes in and around Bergen County. Her lectures aim to raise public awareness of Loven’s work with the goal of preserving these architectural gems.
Kathleen Walter earned her B.A. in Political Science and History from the University of Massachusetts and completed her M.A. in American History at Montclair State University. She has lived in Glen Rock since 1996 and has taught history at Glen Rock High School since 2007, succeeding longtime faculty member Al Deatte.
Before returning to the high school, Kathleen served as HSA President at Central School and contributed to local education programs such as Colonial Day and the Tick-Tock program. She developed curriculum projects like the “Glen Rock Heroes” program, engaging honors students in research that connects local residents’ stories to major events in American history, including World War II, Radio City Music Hall, the invention of the Magic Fingers Bed, and the Apollo missions.
Kathleen serves on the Board of Trustees of the Glen Rock Public Library and was appointed Borough Historian in 2024. Her husband, Kevin Walter, is active in the community as a recreation coach and president of the Glen Rock Fire Department.

AIA South Jersey and Jersey Shore Joint Membership Meeting
2025-09-18 17:00 - 20:00 | The Smithville Inn, 1 N. New York Rd, Galloway, NJ, 08205, United States
Reading Time: 2 minutesAIA South Jersey and Jersey Shore Joint Membership Meeting.
Topic: The Seven Secrets of Extraordinary Business Development Success – for Design and Technical Professional by John D. Doehring, CMC of jdoehring & co.
Worth 2 LUs

Innovative Daylighting Strategies by CBG South
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Chimney Rock Inn, 41 NJ-31, Flemington, new jersey, 08822
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!
This is sure to be a tubular (awesome) evening discussing tubular (daylighting) devices!
Learn how TDDs can enhance occupant wellness, support sustainable building goals, and contribute toward LEED and WELL certification.
Attendees will earn 1 HSW and 1 GBCI !!
Food will be provided!
You’ll learn how to:
Identify three reasons for using daylighting in commercial environments
Describe three daylighting strategies and identify their advantages and disadvantages
Identify and define the three technologies that make up TDD products
List three tools and resources architects can use to incorporate TDDs into their projects
Learn how others have incorporated TDDs in their projects
Describe three daylighting strategies and identify their advantages and disadvantages
Presenters
Paul Murray, Principal, CBG South
Alan Tenenbaum, Regional Business Development Executive, CBG South

East Coast Green Virtual 2 Day Conference
2025-09-19 08:00 - 18:00 | new jersey
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe East Coast Green Virtual Conference returns for two days of forward-thinking dialogue on sustainable design, high-performance building, and climate-resilient communities. Designed for architects, engineers, planners, and professionals across the built environment, this virtual event explores the critical role design plays in addressing environmental and social challenges.
Sessions will cover a broad range of timely topics, including:
-Net-zero and carbon-neutral strategies
-Building electrification and decarbonization
-Climate adaptation and resilient urban design
-Environmental justice and equitable development
-Sustainable materials and circular design
-Green infrastructure and community-based planning
With a mix of keynote presentations, expert panels, and case studies, East Coast Green Virtual provides actionable insights, innovative tools, and inspiration to help move sustainable design from concept to reality.
All sessions qualify for AIA HSW/LU and GBCI credits. Open to professionals, students, and advocates for a more sustainable future. Register today to be part of the conversation

Architecture and Land Use Law: Perfect Together
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:30 | new jersey
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.
Course Description (1.5 HSW Submitted)
This 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.
Registration
Zoom link will be provided by email within 3 days of the webinar.
Presenter
Edward 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.

AIANS 2025 Design Awards Ceremony
2025-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Orange Lawn Tennis Club, 305 N Ridgewood Rd, South Orange, NJ, 07079, United States
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin Newark and Suburban for an evening celebrating architectural excellence at the 2025 AIANS Design Awards Ceremony ar Orange Lawn Tennis Club in South Orange.
Guest Speaker: Philip S. Kennedy-Grant, FAIA
Presentation: On Becoming an Architect, exploring how recent research in neuroscience and embodied cognition has deepened our understanding of architecture.
Enjoy a full dinner, open bar, and an inspiring evening with colleagues as we announce this year’s winning projects in the following categories:
Residential
Commercial
Institutional
Historic Preservation
Celebrate the creativity and impact of our members’ work and connect with peers from across the region!
Course Description (1 HSW)
This presentation will review the insights into architecture that have been revealed by research in neuroscience and embodied cognition. These findings include the relationship of architecture to mental health, the impact of light on well-being, how spatial arrangements affect social dynamics, the psychology of color, and biophilic design. These topics will be addressed within the framework of how, through the implementation and development of specific skills, one becomes an architect, described and illustrated by the author.
Speaker
Philip S. Kennedy-Grant, FAIA is an architect, artist, writer, and musician. He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, and served in the Army Corps of Engineers. He earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Notre Dame School of Architecture.
Mr. Kennedy-Grant is former Chairman of the Editorial Board of Architecture New Jersey magazine and of the Design Arts Advisory Panel for the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. He has written extensively for Architecture New Jersey, as well as for Architectural Record, Architecture, and Texas Architect. He received a Fellowship for his writing and editing and an Artist in Education grant, both from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Mr. Kennedy-Grant is the co-author and editor of the book AIA New Jersey Guidebook: 150 Buildings and Places.
Mr. Kennedy-Grant has been honored for the design excellence of his work since the inception of his practice for projects ranging from residences to renovations of historic structures.
An accomplished artist, Mr. Kennedy-Grant’s watercolor and ink sketches of Paris have been exhibited at the Alliance Française in Washington, D.C. His travel sketches have been published in Arcade and Places magazines. He exhibits his paintings frequently and has had several one-man shows of his art. As a member of the Board of Trustees of The Center for Contemporary Art, he initiated and conducted the international competition and exhibit “Art in Architecture” in 2010.

Newark & Suburban Barkitecture
2025-10-04 13:00 - 17:00 | Union Congregational Church, 176 Cooper Ave, Upper Montclair, New Jersey, 07043
Reading Time: 2 minutesNewark & Suburban Barkitecture
Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 1–5 PM
Union Congregational Church | 176 Cooper Avenue, Upper Montclair
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun—and furry friends! Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome.
Event Highlights:
View unique pet houses designed and built by local architects & contractors
Vote for your favorite design
Bid in the silent auction for a chance to take a creation home
Children’s activities: Make your own mini doghouse and enjoy dog & cat temporary tattoos
Meet and greet dogs from local animal shelters
Rain or shine!
Help save animal lives—100% of net proceeds benefit:
Rescue Haven Foundation of Caldwell
PAWS of Montclair
Associated Humane Societies of Newark
For more information, to enter the design competition, or to become a sponsor, contact:
Robert Epstein | director@aians.org

The Kitchen as a Reflection of Human Need & Meaning: A Roundtable Discussion
2025-10-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Mrs. G Appliances, 2720 US-1 BUS, Lawrence Township, new jersey, 08648
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!
The Kitchen as a Reflection of Human Need & Meaning: A Roundtable Discussion
About the Roundtable (1.5 HSW)
In 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.
We’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.
Topics will include:
Air quality and environmental health
Inclusive and intuitive layouts
Spatial relationships and circulation
The role of beauty and emotional resonance
The Panel
Ben Walmer, AIA,
Roundtable Moderator
Treasurer, AIA CNJ, Founder, Broadloom, Founder, Highlands Dinner Club
Originally 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.
Courtney Rombough, AIA
Panelist
Owner, Rombough Architecture
Licensed Architect specializing in Remodels and Additions of old homes
Courtney 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.
Her 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.
Courtney’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.
Ricardo (Ric) Soares, AIA, CPHD, LEED AP
Panelist
Founder, Holistic Homes Architecture
Ric 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.
His 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.
With past experience managing complex government and commercial projects, Ric now channels that technical rigor into custom homes built for real-world resilience.
Courtney L. Lowry, AIA, NCARB
Panelist
Secretary, AIA CNJ, Founder, Courtney Lowry Architect
Courtney 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.
A 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.
Courtney 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.
Alec Gioseffi, arm Director & Executive Chef at Ironbound Farm
Alec 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.
In 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.
Thank you to Platinum Sponsor Mrs. G Appliances for hosting this event!

Tour of Lambert Castle
2025-10-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Lambert Castle, 3 Valley Road, Paterson,, New Jersey, 07503
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin Newark & Suburban, in partnership with Preservation New Jersey, for an exclusive tour of the recently restored Lambert Castle, a Gilded Age landmark in the City of Paterson.
Led by Michael Hanrahan, FAIA, Principal of Clarke Caton Hintz, and James Giresi, AIA, Senior Associate, the tour will examine the meticulous restoration work that has revitalized this historic structure. Hanrahan and Giresi will discuss the challenges and considerations of preserving the castle’s architectural integrity while adapting it for contemporary use. Participants will tour both the exterior and interior, gaining a behind-the-scenes perspective on the craftsmanship, materials, and design decisions that shaped the restoration.
Tour Course Description (1.5 HSW Submitted)
Lambert Castle, built in 1892 for silk manufacturer Catholina Lambert, is a rare example of fully developed castellated residential architecture and is listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. Now serving as a museum, library, and meeting space for the Passaic County Historical Society, the Castle is undergoing a multi-phase restoration led by Clarke Caton Hintz to address safety, accessibility, and long-term building performance. This guided tour will examine the restoration work from a health, safety, and welfare perspective. Attendees will review how exterior envelope repairs—including masonry stabilization, mortar repointing, and replacement of deteriorated wood windows—are preventing water intrusion, improving energy efficiency, and protecting interior collections. The tour will also highlight interior restoration strategies that pair historically accurate finishes with modern mechanical upgrades to enhance indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and climate control for sensitive artifacts. Participants will see examples of ADA integration within a historic context, the use of emerging technologies and alternative preservation practices to increase building resilience, and innovative funding approaches that support the continued safe use of historic public structures. The discussion will link each design decision to occupant health, public safety, environmental performance, and preservation of cultural heritage.
About the Speakers
Michael Hanrahan, FAIA, was elevated to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects in 2025. He specializes in numerous project types, including historic preservation and the adaptive reuse of historic structures, institutional work, and sports facilities. As a member of Clarke Caton Hintz since 1996, he has been on the design teams for several historically and architecturally significant buildings. These include the restoration of Morven, the former governor’s mansion in Princeton; the renovation of 200 Elm Drive, the former boilerhouse for Princeton University, for re-use as University office space; and the restoration of the Historic Hunterdon County Courthouse and Jail. Most recently, Michael has led the ongoing phased restoration of the Hoboken Public Library, numerous historic preservation projects for the County of Passaic, including Lambert Castle, and the rehabilitation of Hinchliffe Stadium, a National Historic Landmark.
James Giresi, AIA is a Senior Associate at Clarke Caton Hintz in Trenton, NJ. His passion for the built environment and the design process is reflected in his versatile experience, which spans from small-scale building repairs to complex historic restorations and large urban planning projects. James brings technical precision, a focus on efficiency, and expertise in BIM to every project. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in preserving historic landmarks, balancing the preservation of a building’s original character with its adaptation to modern needs. His philosophy emphasizes that historic structures should evolve to serve the past, present, and future.
One of James’ most notable recent projects was the restoration of Belle Vista (Lambert Castle) in Paterson, a Gilded Age mansion that had fallen into disrepair. Through meticulous research and careful attention to detail, James and his team restored the mansion to its former grandeur, receiving acclaim for their work on restoring period-specific elements such as ornate moldings, stained glass, and plasterwork.
In addition to his architectural work, James is a Board Member of Preservation New Jersey and an advocate for preservation across the state. He is also an experienced grant writer, helping clients secure funding and raise awareness for endangered historical sites.

Sunset Cocktail Sail Aboard the Clearwater Sloop
2025-10-12 15:30 - 18:30 | Bear Mountain Dock Tomkins Cove, Bear Mountain Dock Tomkins Cove, Stony Point, New Jersey, 10986
Reading Time: 2 minutesJoin the Architects League of Northern New Jersey aboard the historic Clearwater Sloop for a scenic cruise along the Hudson River. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Hudson Highlands and view landmarks such as Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose.
Beverages & Fare: Wine, beer, soft drinks, and curated charcuterie boards will be served onboard.
AIA Credit: Earn 1.5 LU for a course on the Hudson River’s local history.
Cost: $100 per sailor — limited to 22 seats for ALNNJ members and guests. Register early to secure your spot!
Fellow Mates: Park Ridge Rotary Club

Annual Meeting & Webinar — The History of AIA Central New Jersey, 1923–Present
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | new jersey
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.
This presentation will be followed by AIA CNJ’s annual meeting.
Agenda
6-7 PM: Webinar (open to all AIA sections)
7-7:30 PM: Annual Meeting (AIA CNJ only)
Course Description (1 LU) | Presented by Elina Shchervinsky, AIA, NCARB, AIA CNJ Past President
This 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.
This 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.
In 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.
Annual Meeting
Following the presentation, AIA Central New Jersey members will meet to hear annual reports, conduct business, and hold officer elections.
2026 Proposed Slate of Officers
To be announced soon.
Registration
The Zoom link will be emailed to you within 3 day prior to the webinar.
