The ChallengeHello Reader, Building truly sustainable, resilient homes is tough—especially when working alone. Without a network of peers, you miss the latest innovations reshaping residential architecture. The construction industry drives 39% of global carbon emissions, making high-performance design essential. Green roofs can reduce urban temperatures by 3°C and cut cooling demand by 10-30%. High-performance homes reduce carbon footprints by up to 50%. Today's Opportunity - Designing Sustainable and Resilient Flat Roofs for Residential Architecture
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Your Competitive EdgeJoin AIBD’s High-Performance Homes Team roundtable—where colleagues share insights and drive housing’s future together. In an industry where 30% of projects face quality defects, high-performance builders using superior methods face fewer issues. AIBD has provided quality education since 1950, ensuring members stay current with technology and codes. Don’t work in isolation when you could shape tomorrow’s standards. For everyone else, this webinar costs $25. Because you're an AIBD Member, you can register for free. Access your free code in the membership portal. Once you log in, it will be on the right hand side (you may have to scroll down). Then, Register Here. -The AIBD High Performance Homes Team PS: Climate Beliefs = Business Reality The Bottom Line: 70% of Americans believe in climate change. Your clients do too—regardless of your personal stance, you need to speak their language to sell your services. Market Reality:
Professional Survival: Understanding climate perspectives isn’t about changing your beliefs—it’s about serving clients effectively in a market where climate consciousness is the new normal. Know the solutions they expect: green roofs, solar integration, energy efficiency. Your Choice: Be the professional who speaks confidently about sustainable design options, or watch clients choose competitors who do. Register now. Today's session gives you the expertise your climate-conscious clients demand. P.P.S. We've also updated AIBD.org/tuesday-at-2/ with the latest info on upcoming webinars. Included in this email are just a few to get you excited. There are more than can fit in a single email! Check them out at https://aibd.org/tuesday-at-2/!
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The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.
Dear Reader, Today is Workaholics Day, a moment to celebrate the passion and dedication that fuel your career in residential building design. Yet true excellence requires more than relentless hustle; it thrives on the balance between focused effort and well-deserved rest. At the American Institute of Building Design, we understand that your creativity and precision come from both your hard work and your ability to step back and recharge. That’s why the AIBD Job Board is designed to support...
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Dear Reader, The Clock Just Reset…Then Started Ticking Faster You asked for more time, and AIBD delivered: the official room-block deadline is now July 9, 11:59 PM ET. The catch? Only five hotel rooms remain for the core conference nights (July 31–Aug 1). When those disappear, the extension ends for you. What’s Still on the Table: Architectural Tour — Last SeatsA handful of spots remain for the tour of Asheville’s most innovative projects. Miss it and you may never see these details up close....