Gābl Media Continuing Education

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Divergence in Design: From Modernism to Postmodern Architecture and Sustainability

AIA CES program ID: GMGG.004

Approved LUs: 0.5 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

When “form follows function” stopped being enough, what replaced it, and how did that argument quietly set the stage for the way we talk about cities, meaning, and environmental performance now?

This course follows the split in architectural thinking from early modernism and the international style into postmodernism and the first waves of green architecture, using the major voices and factions as a map of what the profession was trying to solve in each era. You move from Bauhaus influence and the authority of Gropius, Mies, and Le Corbusier into the critiques that reframed urban life and architectural meaning through Jane Jacobs and Robert Venturi, then through the competing schools and groups that pushed the discipline in different directions as culture shifted and the profession diversified. Alongside that design debate, the course introduces early sustainability precedents and “living lightly” experiments, including arcology, Paolo Soleri’s vision, and Arcosanti, set against the growing visibility of climate science and the environmental crisis. By the end, participants can connect these historical movements to current decisions about urban form, density, resilience, and environmental responsiveness, with a clearer sense of what survives, what fails, and what cities require in a warming world.

Program Description:

This course traces the divergence of architectural thought from early modernism and the international style to the rise of postmodernism and early green architecture, set against growing awareness of the environmental crisis. Learners will explore how Bauhaus ideas, the work of leaders such as Gropius, Mies, and Le Corbusier, and later critics like Jane Jacobs and Robert Venturi reshaped the built environment and challenged the mantra of pure functionalism. The course examines influential groups including the New York Five, the Grays, the Chicago Seven, the third bay tradition, and the emerging L A school, and connects their experiments to broader cultural shifts, civil rights, and diversification of the profession. It then introduces early sustainability concepts, from the first global conversations on the human environment to Paolo Soleri’s arcology and the experimental community of Arcosanti, along with evolving climate science and its implications for design. Throughout, participants will connect historical movements to contemporary concerns about urban form, environmental performance, and the survival of cities in a warming world.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the evolution from modernism and the international style to postmodern architecture, and relate these shifts to changing social, cultural, and environmental priorities.
2. Analyze how key figures and groups such as Jane Jacobs, Robert Venturi, the New York Five, the Grays, and the Chicago Seven challenged modernist planning and influenced contemporary approaches to context, symbolism, and urban life.
3. Explain early sustainability concepts and precedents, including arcology, Arcosanti, and living lightly on the land, and evaluate how these ideas inform current strategies for environmentally responsive design.
4. Interpret key developments in climate science discussed in the course and assess how long term environmental trends and public perception should influence architectural planning, urban density, and resilience strategies.

HSW Justification

This content qualifies for HSW credit because it directly links architectural history and theory to the health, safety, and welfare of the public within the built environment. By examining how modernist and postmodern planning affected real communities, including the failures of high rise urban renewal and the displacement of vulnerable residents, the episode foregrounds the social consequences of design decisions and underscores the need for humane, context sensitive cities that support survival and well being. The discussion of early sustainability, the first global conference on the human environment, countercultural responses to sprawl, and Paolo Soleri’s arcology at Arcosanti addresses planning and design, programming and analysis, and construction and evaluation topics central to environmentally responsible practice. The narrative on climate science, sea level rise, and urban form further reinforces how architects must understand long term environmental trends to protect public health and safety in dense, resilient, low impact communities.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

The Longer We Wait: Environmental Policy, Public Health, and the Rise of Sustainable Design

AIA CES program ID: GMGG.003

Approved LUs: 0.5 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

How did a pesticide warning that rattled the public, a single day of citizen action, and a new way of reading land and ecology end up shaping the air you move through buildings, the envelopes you detail, and the energy systems you choose today?

This course uses the stories of Rachel Carson, Gaylord Nelson, Ian McHarg, and other environmental pioneers to show how real crises became real policy, and how that policy became everyday design responsibility. You move through the public health stakes behind toxic chemicals, smog disasters, nuclear risk, and offshore oil spills, then into the reforms and frameworks those moments produced, including the EPA era and the regulatory backbone that still guides practice.

Program Description:

This course traces the evolution of modern environmental awareness from early pesticide use and industrial pollution to the creation of Earth Day, the Environmental Protection Agency, and contemporary sustainable architecture. Through the stories of Rachel Carson, Gaylord Nelson, Ian McHarg, and other environmental pioneers, participants connect historical crises such as toxic pesticides, deadly smog events, nuclear risks, and offshore oil spills to today’s expectations for health, safety, and welfare in the built environment.

Architects will learn how environmental science, citizen activism, and public policy reforms led directly to regulations like the Clean Air Act, OSHA, and NEPA, and how those frameworks now inform design strategies such as airtight envelopes, natural ventilation, passive solar heating, and renewable energy systems. The course equips practitioners to make more informed design decisions that reduce pollution, protect occupants and workers, address environmental justice, and support resilient, low-carbon communities.

Learning Objectives

1. At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to describe how key historical events and figures in the environmental movement influenced modern building regulations and sustainable design practices.
2. Participants will be able to analyze the links between air pollution, toxic chemicals, and public health outcomes, and relate these links to architectural decisions that affect indoor and outdoor environmental quality.
3. Participants will be able to identify sustainable design strategies such as airtight envelopes, natural ventilation, passive solar heating, and renewable energy systems that respond to the health, safety, and welfare concerns raised in the course.
4. Participants will be able to evaluate their own design and practice decisions in light of environmental justice, regulatory requirements, and the ethical duty to protect human and ecological systems.

HSW Justification

This podcast episode qualifies for AIA HSW credit because it directly links environmental history to the protection and enhancement of public health, safety, and welfare in the built environment. The discussion shows how toxic pesticides, air pollution, nuclear incidents, and industrial accidents harmed human health and ecosystems and how these crises led to major reforms such as OSHA, the EPA, the Clean Air Act, and other environmental standards that now shape planning, design, development, and construction practices. By tracing the creation of Earth Day, the influence of Ian McHarg’s ecological planning methods, and the rise of sustainable architecture strategies like airtight envelopes, natural ventilation, passive solar heating, and renewable systems, the episode demonstrates how architects can reduce pollution, safeguard workers and occupants, address environmental justice, and strengthen community resilience.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

From Dust Bowl to Dymaxion: Climate Science and Resource-Efficient Architecture

AIA CES program ID: GMGG.002

Approved LUs: 0.5 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What if one historical event could reshape how you approach land, resources, energy performance, and the lived experience of people in buildings?

This course follows a direct line from U.S. land policy and agricultural expansion into the Dust Bowl, revealing how ecological decisions can ripple into air quality, displacement, and public welfare across entire regions.

You’ll then trace the science of CO₂ and temperature measurement through Callendar and Keeling and carry that knowledge into design thinking through Buckminster Fuller’s Dymaxion vision—turning history, data, and “do more with less” ingenuity into practical strategies for resource-efficient envelopes, resilient housing, and environmental stewardship.

This course traces a powerful arc from nineteenth and early twentieth century land use and agriculture to modern climate science and innovative building design, drawing direct connections to contemporary architectural practice. Participants will examine how the Louisiana Purchase, aggressive homesteading policies, and extractive farming practices culminated in the Dust Bowl, exposing the human health, safety, and welfare impacts of ecological mismanagement in profound ways.

Building on that context, the course highlights the work of indigenous communities and George Washington Carver, whose holistic, resource-conscious approaches to land management offer models for regenerative design and equitable practice. Learners are then introduced to the pioneering climate research of Guy Callendar and Charles David Keeling, whose data on carbon dioxide and global temperatures underpins today’s standards for energy performance and climate-responsive design. Finally, the course explores Buckminster Fuller’s geodesic domes, Dymaxion House, and the philosophy of doing more with less, translating these ideas into actionable strategies for resource efficiency, resilient envelopes, and human-centered environmental stewardship in the built environment.

By taking this course, participants will:

1. Describe how historical land policies, agricultural practices, and the Dust Bowl illustrate the direct links between environmental mismanagement and occupant health, safety, and welfare in the built environment.
2. Analyze indigenous land stewardship and George Washington Carver’s soil-centered agricultural strategies to identify principles that can inform regenerative site planning, landscape design, and resilient community development.
3. Interpret the foundational climate science work of Guy Callendar and Charles David Keeling and relate their findings on atmospheric carbon dioxide to contemporary energy codes, performance targets, and climate-responsive building design.
4. Apply Buckminster Fuller’s concepts of doing more with less, geodesic domes, and the Dymaxion House to evaluate structural systems, envelopes, and housing typologies that use fewer resources while enhancing human comfort and environmental performance.

This course is designed for professionals who want stronger environmental reasoning inside real-world practice. Perfect for:

1. Architects and designers seeking deeper context for climate-responsive design, resilient building strategies, and resource-efficient detailing
2. Urban planners and landscape professionals applying land stewardship principles to site planning, community stability, and long-term welfare outcomes
3. Building performance and energy teams aligning CO₂ science with energy codes, performance targets, and climate-informed decision-making
4. Firms pursuing HSW credit through programming and analysis, planning and design, and responsible practice informed by environmental systems

If you want your sustainability decisions to land with more clarity, stronger precedent, and better long-term logic, this course is for you.

This is a direct line from history to human outcomes: land policy to ecological collapse, climate science to performance standards, and resource efficiency to safer, more stable shelter. The built environment carries the consequences of environmental decisions for decades. This course equips you with the context and frameworks to design with greater resilience, smarter resource use, and stronger protection of health, safety, and welfare.

This program qualifies for Health, Safety, and Welfare credit because it directly links environmental history, climate science, and resource-efficient design to the protection and improvement of human well-being in the built environment. By examining the Louisiana Purchase, homesteading policies, and the Dust Bowl, the course illustrates how land use and agricultural practices can create profound health and safety risks for occupants and communities through air quality degradation, economic displacement, and ecological collapse. The work of indigenous land stewards and George Washington Carver provides concrete models for regenerative land management and community resilience that inform programming and analysis, planning and design, and development of sites and landscapes that support physical, social, and economic welfare. The climate science contributions of Guy Callendar and Charles David Keeling underpin contemporary energy performance standards and environmental controls that safeguard occupants from the long-term risks of climate change, while Buckminster Fuller’s geodesic domes, Dymaxion House, and doing more with less philosophy demonstrate structural and envelope strategies that use fewer resources to deliver safe, comfortable, and equitable shelter.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Advancing the Future of Construction with Bio-Based Materials

AIA CES program ID: GMGH.001

Approved LUs: 0.25 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What if understanding where climate change actually began could help you design buildings that protect people through heat waves, smoke events, flooding, and infrastructure stress—without treating “sustainability” like a vague buzzword?

Climate change isn’t just a modern debate. It’s a story with receipts, starting with lived environmental shifts and stretching back through early climate science, the rise of industrialization, and the emissions curve that tipped Earth’s natural balance.

This course connects the pioneers of the greenhouse effect to the real-world consequences we’re now designing inside of, giving you the historical clarity and scientific grounding to make smarter, safer, more resilient decisions in the built environment.

The episode traces the historical, scientific, and societal roots of climate change by beginning with a personal narrative about growing up in Southern California, observing smog, wildfires, and changing environmental conditions. It connects these experiences to broader patterns of industrialization, suburban sprawl, fossil-fuel growth, and the imbalance introduced into Earth’s natural systems. The episode provides an in-depth historical review of early climate science, highlighting the work of Eunice Foote, John Tyndall, and Svante Arrhenius in uncovering the greenhouse effect and carbon dioxide’s influence on global temperatures. It also explains how industrial advances—including the steam engine and coal-powered manufacturing—accelerated emissions and disrupted Earth’s climate equilibrium. The conversation closes by tying scientific understanding to modern consequences such as extreme weather, rising temperatures, and environmental instability while introducing the concept of sustainability as a necessary framework for protecting human well-being.

By taking this course, participants will:

1. Explain how early scientific discoveries established the greenhouse effect and shaped modern climate understanding.
2. Analyze how industrialization, fossil-fuel use, and urban development contributed to rising carbon dioxide levels.
3. Identify the connections between climate imbalance, extreme weather events, and risks to communities and infrastructure.
4. Evaluate sustainability concepts and their relevance to protecting environmental and human well-being.

This course is designed for professionals who don’t just want to keep up with climate conversations—they want to understand the mechanics behind them and design accordingly. Perfect for:

1. Architects and designers seeking a clear, science-backed foundation for climate-responsive design and long-term resilience planning
2. Engineers and consultants who need to connect emissions, environmental instability, and extreme weather to real risks for communities and infrastructure
3. Urban planners, developers, and project teams working in regions facing heat, wildfire smoke, flooding, or worsening air-quality conditions
4. Firms pursuing sustainability, resilience, or HSW-aligned education who want historical context and practical relevance, not surface-level talking points

If you’re tired of climate discussions that skip the “why” and you want the deeper logic that supports better decisions, this course is for you.

This is more than a sustainability credit. It’s a reality check for the built environment—because climate instability is already shaping health, safety, and welfare through heat threats, smoke and air-quality hazards, and extreme weather impacts. When you understand the science, the history, and the drivers behind the imbalance, you design with more precision, more responsibility, and more staying power.

This content qualifies for HSW credit because it directly links environmental change to impacts on public health, safety, and welfare, demonstrating how rising carbon dioxide levels, industrial development, and climate imbalance create risks such as extreme weather, air-quality hazards, and heat-related threats. The episode addresses acceptable HSW topics including programming and analysis by examining environmental systems, planning and design through sustainability principles, and practice management by outlining the responsibility of professionals to understand environmental context. More than 75 percent of the material focuses on scientific evidence, environmental risks, climate-driven events, and the need for sustainable design strategies that protect communities. By grounding climate challenges in historical, scientific, and ecological analysis, the content equips architects and design professionals with essential knowledge for making decisions that safeguard public welfare in the built environment.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Gabl Membership

Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Advancing the Future of Construction with Bio-Based Materials

AIA CES program ID: GMGH.0026

Approved LUs: 1 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What if your material choices could lower carbon emissions, slash fire risk, improve indoor air quality, and create affordable housing options—without sacrificing performance or code compliance?

Hemp and other bio-based building materials aren’t fringe anymore. They’re advancing into the heart of construction—and changing what it means to build responsibly. This course shows you how to align climate goals with real-world application, unlocking sustainable design that actually delivers.

From carbon-negative walls to toxin-free insulation, bio-based materials are redefining the future of construction—and hemp is leading the charge. This course, developed in partnership with the Hemp Building Institute, takes you inside the evolving landscape of natural building materials that do more than just meet sustainability standards. You’ll explore how industrial hemp and hempcrete are being used to create fire-resistant, energy-efficient, and breathable buildings that outperform traditional systems in both residential and commercial settings.

But innovation doesn’t come without barriers. That’s why this course doesn’t stop at performance—it also addresses the political, logistical, and regulatory forces that shape adoption, and equips you with the tools to navigate them. From permitting to public perception, you’ll leave with the clarity and confidence to specify bio-based systems in real projects. Whether you’re designing for affordability, resilience, or regenerative impact, this course helps you push beyond greenwashing and into true environmental leadership.

By taking this course, participants will:

• Identify the carbon reduction, health, and resilience benefits of hemp-based materials in both new construction and retrofits
• Evaluate the structural and thermal performance of hempcrete, including its fire resistance and vapor permeability advantages over traditional insulation
• Navigate real-world regulatory, market, and perception-based barriers to specifying hemp, and examine strategies for overcoming them in both commercial and residential contexts
• Apply bio-based materials in the design of affordable housing projects that prioritize occupant health, long-term durability, and reduced environmental impact

This course is designed for professionals who don’t just want to follow sustainability trends—they want to lead the charge. Perfect for:

• Architects and designers working toward net-zero, regenerative, or low-carbon standards and looking for actionable material alternatives
• Builders, contractors, and consultants ready to integrate fire-resistant, cost-effective insulation and wall systems into real-world workflows
• Housing authorities, developers, and nonprofit builders focused on sustainable, healthy materials for affordable housing initiatives
• Firms navigating ESG or LEED targets and seeking alternatives to conventional, carbon-heavy materials that no longer align with client values

If you’re done settling for “less bad” materials and ready to specify options that truly do good, this course is for you.

This is more than a sustainability credit. It’s a gateway into the next era of architecture—where buildings sequester carbon, protect occupants from toxins and fire, and support equitable, regenerative economies. Hemp isn’t the future. It’s here. The only question is whether your specs are keeping up.

This course qualifies for Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) credit based on its focus on sustainable construction materials and their direct impact on the well-being of building occupants. The course covers the use of hemp-based materials, particularly hempcrete, which contribute to health by improving indoor air quality and reducing exposure to harmful chemicals often found in conventional building materials. These materials also offer safety benefits by providing fire-resistant properties, reducing the risk of structural failures, and contributing to healthier, more resilient buildings. Furthermore, by promoting the use of renewable, locally sourced materials, the course aligns with welfare goals by supporting affordable housing projects and encouraging the use of sustainable, bio-based materials that help foster healthier, more equitable living environments for all communities. Through a deeper understanding of hemp's potential in construction, architects can better serve the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants and society at large.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Redefining Space and Culture: The Vision of Lina Bo Bardi

AIA CES program ID: GMG.0032

Approved LUs: 1 LU|Elective

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What happens when architecture becomes a medium for cultural transformation?

This course explores the groundbreaking work of Lina Bo Bardi, a visionary who fused design, activism, and human connection into her architectural practice. From the bold structural language of the São Paulo Museum of Art to her philosophy of participatory space, Lina challenged modernism to reflect real people, real stories, and real culture.

This episode of She Builds Podcast delves into the life and legacy of Lina Bo Bardi, an architect who redefined the boundaries of design by centering culture, community, and inclusivity. The hosts trace her path from Italy to Brazil, where her bold ideas and political activism helped shape the country’s architectural identity.

Through intimate storytelling and historical context, the conversation unpacks her major projects—including the iconic MASP—while revealing the battles she faced as a woman challenging traditional norms in both academia and practice. Listeners will gain insight into how Lina’s belief in architecture as a social catalyst made her work not just relevant, but revolutionary.

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Analyze Lina Bo Bardi’s approach to architecture as a fusion of theory, practice, and cultural context.
2. Examine the innovative structural design of the São Paulo Museum of Art and its impact on museum typology.
3. Assess Lina Bo Bardi’s critique of modernist architecture and her focus on creating participatory spaces.
4. Explore the connections between Lina Bo Bardi’s architectural philosophy and contemporary movements in design inclusivity.

This course is designed for architects, urbanists, educators, and design professionals who:

1. Are inspired by architecture that responds to culture, identity, and social responsibility
2. Want to explore how spatial design can foster community and cultural equity
3. Are seeking role models who have shaped the discipline through innovation and activism
4. Believe design should engage people, challenge power structures, and tell deeper stories

Whether you're a museum designer, academic, cultural practitioner, or architect committed to inclusive work, this course will give you fresh vision and bold precedent.

1. Earn AIA CE credit while studying one of the most influential women in modern architecture
2. Learn how architecture can challenge norms, advocate for equity, and serve as a living, breathing part of culture
3. Take away practical inspiration for creating spaces that are not just seen—but felt, shared, and remembered

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Gabl Membership

Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Thriving Beyond Codes: Inclusive Design in Architecture

AIA CES program ID: GMGH.0020

Approved LUs: 1 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

Designing for Dignity, Not Just Compliance

Architecture isn’t just about what we build—it’s about who we build for. This powerful course challenges the status quo of code-based design and asks a deeper question: are your projects truly inclusive? Through the lens of accessibility, sustainability, and lived experience, this podcast episode redefines what it means to create spaces that foster dignity, equity, and belonging.

In this episode of Tangible Remnants, host Nakita Reed interviews Ganesh Nayak, founder of Meteor Inc., to explore the essential intersections of sustainability, accessibility, and equity in architectural design. Inspired by his experience raising a son with developmental disabilities, Ganesh shares his journey from traditional architecture to founding a consultancy dedicated to creating more inclusive environments.

The conversation goes beyond ADA compliance, delving into the emotional, social, and structural implications of designing for both visible and invisible disabilities. The two discuss how holistic, justice-driven design practices can reshape not only individual buildings but the profession itself. Topics include the complexities of retrofitting historic buildings, actionable strategies for equitable climate action, and the long-term impact of inclusive design decisions on community health and cultural resilience.

1. Analyze how inclusive design principles can address both visible and invisible disabilities.
2. Evaluate the challenges and strategies for integrating accessibility into historic building retrofits.
3. Explain the connection between climate action, sustainability, and social equity in architectural design.
4. Apply strategies to design spaces that promote inclusivity and holistic well-being for all users.

This course is tailored for architects, designers, urban planners, and AEC professionals who:

1. Are committed to designing for equity, inclusion, and social impact
2. Want to build accessibility into the foundation of every project—not tack it on after the fact
3. Are working with or retrofitting historic structures that require nuanced ADA upgrades
4. See climate action and accessibility as interwoven design challenges
5. Lead or influence firm culture and want to push past checkbox compliance into meaningful, justice-oriented design

1. Earn LU|HSW credit while exploring how inclusive design strategies can transform lives—not just meet legal minimums
2. Gain deep insight from a practitioner whose lived experience fuels innovation in the built environment
3. Learn how accessibility and sustainability intersect to shape healthier, more equitable cities
4. Discover how to embed inclusion into design processes from day one, avoiding costly rework and fostering long-term cultural relevance

HSW Justification:

The discussion addresses key aspects of health, safety, and welfare by focusing on accessibility, sustainability, and equity in design. By exploring how architectural practices can create inclusive, safe, and equitable spaces, the content aligns with the professional duty to protect the public's physical, emotional, and social well-being.

The episode includes acceptable HSW topics:

Programming and analysis: The evaluation of project constraints related to accessibility and sustainability is a central theme, emphasizing the need to design beyond minimum code compliance.

Project planning and design: Ganesh Nayak highlights the integration of accessibility into initial design phases to create inclusive and equitable spaces for all users.

Project development and documentation: The discussion examines the integration of building systems and design strategies to meet accessibility and sustainability goals, ensuring a safer and more inclusive built environment.

Construction and evaluation: The episode includes post-occupancy insights, particularly about how existing spaces can impact users’ dignity and functionality, advocating for inclusive retrofitting and adaptive reuse.

The conversation extensively covers health by advocating for accessible design that promotes physical and emotional well-being. It addresses safety by emphasizing the creation of spaces that minimize harm for individuals with disabilities, both visible and invisible. Welfare is discussed through the lens of equitable access, holistic sustainability, and inclusive design. The majority of the episode revolves around these core themes, meeting the 75% threshold for HSW relevance.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Mentioned in this episode:

Gabl Membership

Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

How HOK Redefined Architecture: Innovation, Culture, and Growth

AIA CES program ID: GMG.0022

Approved LUs: 1 LU|Elective

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What If a Firm Was Built to Outlast Its Founders?

In an era when most firms rise and fall with their namesakes, HOK rewrote the rules. Born from the vision of George Hellmuth, Gyo Obata, and George Kassabaum, this architecture giant wasn’t just shaped by design—it was engineered for longevity. This course takes you inside HOK’s evolution from a startup with a bold idea to one of the most influential architecture firms in the world. You'll uncover how they embedded innovation, collaboration, and cultural resilience into every facet of the business—and why their model still inspires firms today.

Through the lens of this engaging podcast episode, listeners will trace the arc of HOK's formation, growth, and cultural DNA. The story begins with George Hellmuth’s determination to create a “depression-proof” firm—one that could weather market volatility without compromising quality or vision. His marketing genius brought in projects, but it was Gyo Obata’s contextual design sensitivity and George Kassabaum’s emphasis on detail and delivery that anchored HOK's enduring success.

The episode explores how HOK pioneered a business structure that separated ownership from personality, ensuring continuity beyond any one leader. It also highlights how collaboration was strategically used not only as an internal philosophy but as a competitive advantage. The narrative offers essential takeaways for design professionals aiming to build practices that are scalable, resilient, and rooted in values that transcend any single project.

Perfect for architects, firm principals, and design professionals who:

1. Want to future-proof their practice by learning from a firm that broke the mold
2. Are exploring succession planning and long-term leadership models
3. Seek to understand how design, operations, and business culture intersect
4. Value collaborative practice and want to strengthen internal team alignment
5. Aspire to build legacies that go beyond signature style and personal brand

1. Learn how HOK’s founders built a scalable architecture firm without sacrificing integrity, design quality, or human-centered values
2. Discover practical models for leadership, ownership, and sustainability in the business of architecture
3. Take inspiration from a firm that successfully integrated marketing, mentorship, and innovation into one unified culture
4. Gain AIA LU credit while sharpening your ability to lead, communicate, and build something that lasts

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Tackling Embodied Carbon: Lessons from the Boulder Community Hospital Deconstruction Project

AIA CES program ID: GMG.0018

Approved LUs: 1 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What if the greenest building is the one that already exists—but in pieces?

This course goes inside a groundbreaking case study where architectural salvage becomes a tool for climate justice. Learn how one team dismantled an entire hospital—not to destroy it, but to build something new. This is what carbon-conscious construction really looks like.

In this AIA-approved LU|HSW course, structural engineer Alexis Vitello, Director of the Team Carbon Unit at Kalani Engineers and Builders, takes us behind the scenes of one of the most ambitious deconstruction efforts in the country.

At the center of the conversation: the Boulder Community Hospital, a facility methodically disassembled for parts—not scrap. The structural bones of this building found new life in civic infrastructure, including a fire station, turning demolition into regeneration. Through Vitello’s lens, we get the unfiltered reality of testing reclaimed beams for integrity, cataloging hundreds of components, and overcoming regulatory, logistical, and cultural resistance.

But this isn't just a story about sustainability. It's about rethinking how architecture engages with climate, cost, and community. From embodied carbon accounting to supply chain disruption, from architectural reuse to lifecycle innovation—this episode offers real tools for design professionals ready to act, not just talk, on sustainability.

Participants will be able to:

1. Identify the processes and challenges involved in deconstructing buildings for material reuse.
2. Analyze the impact of embodied carbon on the construction industry's environmental footprint.
3. Develop strategies for integrating material reuse into new construction projects.
4. Evaluate the benefits of a circular economy approach within municipal and private construction projects.

This course was made for architects, engineers, and construction leaders who:

1. Want to move beyond sustainability as a buzzword and engage with real-world carbon reduction strategies
2. Work on municipal, institutional, or commercial projects where circular economy approaches can reduce waste and cost
3. Are involved in design, documentation, or planning and need to understand the practical application of reuse logistics
4. Want to stay ahead of regulatory shifts and client expectations around decarbonization and green building mandates

If you're serious about climate-conscious design that doesn’t just check boxes but redefines the future of building, this course is for you.

1. Earn AIA LU|HSW credit while exploring one of the most ambitious reuse case studies in U.S. design history
2. Get inspired by a project that turned waste into opportunity—and carbon into currency
3. Learn how to design for disassembly, integrate salvaged materials, and cut carbon at scale
4. Walk away with immediately applicable insights on reuse inventories, lifecycle documentation, and embodied carbon metrics

This isn’t about theory. It’s about what your next project could look like if you had the tools, team, and mindset to make every decision count.

HSW Justification

The podcast addresses the protection of health, safety, and welfare through its exploration of sustainable construction practices, specifically the reuse of structural materials. These practices reduce the environmental impact of construction, promoting physical health by decreasing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change effects. Additionally, the reuse of materials supports equitable access to resources and elevates the human experience by reducing costs and fostering innovative practices in the built environment.

The podcast covers multiple AIA CES-approved HSW topics, including:

- Programming and Analysis: Evaluation of material reuse opportunities, site constraints, and embodied carbon impacts.

- Project Planning and Design: Strategies for integrating salvaged materials into new designs, addressing lifecycle considerations and end-of-life planning.

- Project Development and Documentation: Documentation of reused materials, including inventories, material testing, and cut sheets, ensuring structural integrity and project feasibility.

- Construction and Evaluation: Implementation of deconstruction practices to preserve materials for reuse, emphasizing safety in removal, cataloging, and future utilization.

This learning program effectively demonstrates how architects and design professionals can protect public health, safety, and welfare by embracing sustainable construction practices. It provides actionable insights into the reuse of materials, aligns with multiple HSW topics, and dedicates more than 75% of its content to these critical areas. By encouraging innovative approaches and reducing environmental impact, the program supports the long-term viability of the built environment while enhancing the human experience.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

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Welcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.

Inside the Invisible House: Challenges and Triumphs of Desert Living Design

AIA CES program ID: GMGH.0019

Approved LUs: 1 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

What happens when radical design meets the unforgiving desert?

This course takes you deep inside one of the most talked-about residential projects in modern architecture—the Invisible House in Joshua Tree. From a mirrored façade that disappears into the landscape to engineering feats that defy gravity, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to turn bold vision into habitable reality.

Program Description

In this episode, architect and industrial designer Tomas Osinski shares the creative and technical journey behind the Invisible House. Designed to reflect and dissolve into the Mojave Desert, the home features striking architectural elements like a 100-foot indoor pool, minimalist interiors, and a structure wrapped in mirror glass that seamlessly interacts with its environment.

Osinski reflects on the evolution of the project—from concept to completion—including how he balanced client ambition with real-world engineering constraints. The conversation explores broader themes of sustainability, structural resilience, and how architecture can blur the line between building and nature. It’s a rare look at design without compromise—where artistic freedom meets extreme technical demand.

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Analyze the design considerations necessary for creating sustainable and functional architecture in extreme climates.
2. Evaluate the challenges and solutions in integrating innovative features, such as mirrored façades and interior pools, into residential design.
3. Apply principles of minimalism and organic design evolution in architectural projects.
4. Assess the role of architecture in balancing aesthetics, functionality, and the human experience.

Who Should Take This Course

Ideal for architects, designers, engineers, and AEC professionals who:

1. Are interested in pushing the boundaries of form, material, and environment
2. Work on projects in extreme or remote climates
3. Seek inspiration for blending structural precision with visual minimalism
4. Are exploring ways to integrate architecture with the natural world

Whether you’re a high-design visionary or a technical problem solver, this course reveals what’s possible when both mindsets come together.

Why It Matters

1. Earn AIA LU|HSW credit while studying a breakthrough in sustainable desert living
2. Learn how to protect occupant health and safety while embracing bold, unorthodox design
3. Explore techniques for turning artistic vision into technical reality—without sacrificing code compliance or performance
4. Gain valuable insight into structural innovation, climate-adaptive systems, and the emotional impact of immersive architecture

HSW Justificiation

The podcast addresses key aspects of professional practice that enhance the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants, users, and others affected by the built environment:

- Health: The design of the Invisible House incorporates features that promote physical and emotional well-being, such as indoor-outdoor connectivity through the reflective glass façade, immersive experiences in the desert environment, and temperature regulation systems ensuring comfort in extreme climates.

- Safety: The structural design emphasizes resilience, such as reinforced steel supports to meet stringent cantilever bending requirements and underground utility systems to reduce hazards. Considerations for occupant safety in extreme weather conditions, such as high heat and cold, are also integral to the design.

- Welfare: The house fosters a unique human experience, emphasizing connection to the natural environment and promoting an elevated and equitable appreciation of architectural design.

More than 75 percent of the podcast focuses on HSW topics:

The conversation heavily emphasizes design and construction elements that directly impact health, safety, and welfare, such as energy-efficient systems, resilience in extreme climates, and the balance of aesthetics with functionality.

The discussion of sustainability, structural innovation, and integration of building systems underlines the practical applications of architecture in safeguarding occupant well-being and environmental stewardship.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Mentioned in this episode:

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