We have a packed lineup of webinars coming up and we don’t want you to miss a single one. Here’s everything on the calendar:

TODAY – CE Watch Party: Structural Engineer vs Architect – Design Meeting (1.0 P3-CE)

Tuesday, April 28 | 2:00 PM EDT | 1 Hour

A structural engineer is a crucial part of the design team for all residential work in the studio — but how often do you actually get to sit in on that first meeting?

In this CE Watch Party, you’ll join the kick-off meeting with the structural engineer as the team begins developing the structural design for the Outpost project. You’ll see how a foundation strategy is chosen, how framing and detail ideas are worked through, and how lateral loads are transferred and how they affect the materials chosen for building. The professional tug-of-war between engineer and architect isn’t adversarial — it’s collaborative and makes for a better, more efficient project. Around minute eighteen, Albert is asked to respond to one of the most common objections heard from contractors in the field: “This structure is way over-engineered.” His answer illuminates how a structural engineer can complement the architectural design process in ways you may not have anticipated.

Because an engineer’s work is smaller in scope (their fee is typically about 10% of an architectural fee), they must secure 10 times the number of commissions to make a comparable income. This naturally exposes them to many more projects, ideas, and failures than an architect would typically see — and it’s those failures that are the most instructive. Structural engineering is more than sizing beams and designing connections; it’s an allied discipline that helps make the job of an architect easier and deliver a home that meets (and often exceeds) the client’s expectations. Earn 1.0 P3-CE just for watching.

This is a watch party — no one will be on hand to answer questions, but the insight speaks for itself.

Register here: AIBD.org/webinars​

FRIDAY, May 1 – AIBD Office Hour (Members Only)

Friday, May 1 | 11:00 AM ET | Free

Got a project challenge, a business issue, or just want to hear how other professionals are handling things? The AIBD Office Hour is your open door.

AIBD Office Hour is a free, members-only virtual meetup held once a month where AEC professionals can drop in, ask questions, and share practical solutions with peers. No slides, no script — just members helping members in real time.

Whether you’re navigating space constraints, client management headaches, or operational questions, you’ll walk away with fresh perspectives from across the design-build spectrum. Elective CEs are awarded for attending.

Join at 11:00 AM ET this Friday, May 1. Login to access the members-only meeting link. Or join AIBD here.​

Thursday, May 7 – Members Helping Members: Architectural Storytelling Through Photography (1.0 P1-CE)

May 7 | 3:00 PM EDT | 1 Hour

​ARDA 2026 is open — and if you want to compete, your photos need to do more than document a project. They need to tell a story.

AIBD Professional Member Roberta D’Andrea is sharing her practical strategies and creative insights to help you capture your projects more effectively in both still images and video. Just in time for ARDA, right? Professional photos alone don’t win awards — great stories do. In this session, you’ll learn how to transform your project photos into a compelling visual narrative for your marketing portfolio AND your award submissions.

She'll cover:

• Why humans are wired for story and how we connect with buildings through meaning, memory, and narrative
• How to define your project’s story and identify its key moments
• Practical strategies for capturing stronger images and curating a compelling photo set
• Mobile photography and editing techniques to elevate your images
• A free resource guide with recommended apps, tools, and further research

Roberta’s presentation will include time for Q&A at the end, so come prepared with questions and examples. You’re especially encouraged to bring any special or unique examples of impressive architectural photography from your own portfolio to help spark discussion. Walk away with everything you need to photograph your next project — and your next ARDA entry — with confidence.

CPBDs receive 1.0 P1-CE for attending the live event. Register here: AIBD.org/webinars​

Friday, May 8 – Coffee With Bernie: Designing for Lifestyle Trends: Home Offices, Multigenerational Living, and Wellness (1.0 P3-CE)

May 8 | 10:00 AM EDT | 1 Hour

The DNA of the American home is changing — and your clients are already asking for it whether they know the terminology or not.

Driven by a fundamental shift in how we work, live, and prioritize health, clients are no longer looking for “standard” floor plans. They are demanding spaces that adapt to their evolving lifestyles. Join this interactive virtual roundtable where residential designers, engineers, and builders come together to dissect the three most influential trends shaping the industry today — moving beyond surface-level aesthetics to discuss the structural, technical, and practical realities of modern home design.

What we’ll cover:

• The “Hardened” Home Office: Moving beyond the guest room desk to design acoustically treated, tech-integrated, and professional-grade workspaces
• Multigenerational Living & ADUs: Strategies for creating privacy and autonomy within a single residence, and the engineering considerations of secondary living suites
• The Wellness Standard: How to incorporate “invisible” health features — from circadian lighting to advanced filtration — while balancing a client’s aesthetic budget

This is a peer-to-peer discussion focused on shared expertise. Whether you are navigating space constraints in small footprints or looking for ways to future-proof your projects for aging-in-place, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and new perspectives from across the design-build spectrum.

Register here: AIBD.org/webinars​

Monday, May 19 – High-Performance Homes Team: A Practical Guide to Universal Home Design (1.0 P3-CE)

May 19 | 2:00 PM EDT | 1 Hour

What if “accessible design” wasn’t a code checkbox — but a lifestyle and marketability asset?

The Practical Guide to Universal Home Design (by the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology) is an excellent resource for this roundtable because it shifts the conversation from “accessibility” as a code requirement to “universal design” as a lifestyle and marketability asset. For a group focused on high-performance homes, this document bridges the gap between structural efficiency and human longevity.

Review the 20-page checklist in advance of the discussion: https://iowaat.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Practical-Guide-to-Universal-Home-Design.pdf​

You’ll walk away with new perspectives from across the design-build spectrum and earn 1.0 P3-CE in the process.

Register here: AIBD.org/webinars​

Thanks for being an active part of the AIBD community.

-The AIBD Education Committee