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AIA PodNet is proud to offer a wide range of
programs through its Architecture Knowledge Review Series. The
following selected podcasts may be of special interest to
AAH-member architects (links go directly to an MP3 file of the
podcast):
 Relationship between Design and
Healthcare for Patient Healing
Gordon Chong, FAIA, presents findings from
the research study, “Multi-cultural Influences on the Design
of a Healthcare Setting.” Using integrated databases of
information gathered from over 30,000 patients, they incorporated
techniques from psychology, sociology and neuroscience to
understand how spatial configurations, light, noise, and
temperature can be designed to mitigate stress.
Read More | Bio
The Evidence-Based Truth about
Private Rooms for the Aging
In this podcast, Jeffrey Anderzhon, FAIA,
discusses the benefits of single-occupancy rooms in homes for the
elderly. In addition to gains for the residents and families, there
is also considerable advantage for staff and others invested in
such facilities due to a significant cut in their operational
costs. He describes his innovative research and details how he came
to this counterintuitive conclusion.
Read More | Bio
AIA Home Design Trends Survey:
Greater Demand for Accessibility
AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA, and
Jeffrey Anderzhon, FAIA, architect and consultant specializing in
environments for the elderly, discuss a rapidly changing housing
market and the design strategies necessary in addressing the needs
of an aging population. Panel reviews recent residential property
after survey reveals that baby boomers are requesting more flexible
and accessible home design layouts. Residential design
implications, including universal design elements, are the
focus.
Read More | Bio
Acoustics and
Design
In this overview on the topic of acoustics consulting, Dawn
Schuette, AIA, an experienced acoustic designer, discusses how to
involve designers early enough in the design process to ensure a
successful aural project element. Schuette also describes how the
field has evolved, the types of works currently being prepared, and
how architects can benefit from working with professionals in the
field.
Read More | Bio
Train, Retain, and Transfer Project
Knowledge
Cliff S. Moser, AIA, MSQA,
principal/healthcare Los Angeles Studio, RTKL Associates, and
Advisory Group member for the AIA Practice Management Knowledge
Community, explains how to train, retain, and transfer project
skills and knowledge using concepts from the WWII program,
"Training Within Industry." Also detailed is the use of lean
enterprise strategies in architecture (downloadable forms available
via the "Read More" link).
Read More | Bio
2007 Nonresidential Construction
Market Forecast
This program presents the findings of the AIA Construction
Consensus Forecast on the 2007 nonresidential construction market.
AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, will be joined on this
podcast by Patrick J. Newport, PhD, a principal with Global
Insight's Macroeconomic Service, and Robert P. McCarthy, CFA, vice
president and research analyst of Banc of America Securities. The
panel will discuss current growth projections, industry concerns,
and investment implications.
Bio
How to Use MP3 Files
Play while online by clicking the link above, OR play offline by
right-clicking the link, select "Save Target As...", and save the
file to your desktop or "My Documents" folder.
For more information about AIA podcasts, including optional
XML and iTunes links and download directions, see the AIA PodNet Web site.
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