To design shutters perfectly you must include this minor mid-rail detail. [Monday Minute]

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March 28, 2022 edition of the AIBD’s Monday Minute weekly newsletter.
Announcements
To design shutters perfectly you must include this minor mid-rail detail.
Fixed shutters can be a beautiful architectural detail if installed well.

Steve recently asked Leigh Denham, National Sales Manager at Southern Shutter Company, “What are the most common mistakes designers make when designing homes with shutters?”

One mistake Leigh pointed out blew Steve’s mind.

It’s so simple he couldn’t believe it’s taken him so long to learn it.
Tell me the mistake!
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Colonial style houses: a guide to the look and how to get it
From this week’s #HomeDESIGN Pro Daily, Click here to subscribe.
‘Colonial-style house’ is an umbrella term that describes an iconic part of the US architectural landscape.

This signature house style is one of the most popular property styles in the US due to its innate charm and period character.

 
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Meet our newest CPBDs!
Help us congratulate our latest achievers.
  • Andrea Williams, CPBD #44-811, from Austin, TX (3/21)
  • Omar Kahn, CPBD #11-150, from Loganville, GA (3/9)
  • Aurora Fain, CPBD #44-810, Houston, TX (2/25)
Follow our progress (July to June).
  • 23 (So Far!) We are on pace to have 31 in June.
  • 47 in 2020/2021 (the record)
  • 46 in 2019/2020
  • 44 in 2018/2019
It’s a testament to your expertise—like a badge of honor. It demonstrates to clients and employers that you are experienced and committed to following best practices and standards.

Want help scheduling your exam?
Watch this short video by ProctorU or Email us, certification@AIBD.org.

Already a CPBD? Know your status.
CLICK HERE, search by name, CPBD#, state, or zip code, and make sure you’re current.

 

 
  • Phuong Voong, Student Member from CA
  • Steve Bignal, Professional Member from IN
  • Tom Driscoll, Professional Member from TN
  • Michael K. Gates, Professional Member from CA
Compass Club Report
(July 1, 2021, through today)
Total Score = 81 points, we’re on pace to reach 111 by June 30th.
Last Year’s Score = 93 points
The Record = 154 pts (2018/2019)

Welcome to our newest Compass Club members.
Still no recent Compass Club members. 😢

Introducing our other new Compass Club members.

  • Jonathan Boone (MS) recruited a Professional member in March.
  • Stefani Thatcher (UT) recruited a Professional member in March.
  • Richard Webster (UT) recruited a Professional member in March.
  • Mollie Ackner (NC) recruited a Professional member in February.
  • Mario Cantu (TX) recruited a Professional member in January.
  • Paul Brown (MO) recruited 16 Student members in December.
  • Brian Smith (TX) recruited a Professional member in December.
  • Dinesh Shah (TX) recruited a Professional member in November.
  • Jason Orlowski (TX) recruited a Professional member in September.
  • Roya Azimzadeh (MO) recruited a Student member in August.
  • Geoffrey S Jones (OK) recruited a Professional member in August.
  • Steve Smith (TX) recruited a Professional member in August.
  • Casey Thompson (NC) recruited a Professional member in July.
  • Ron Globke (OH) recruited a Professional member in July.
This Week’s Movers and Shakers.
Congratulations! Gary Gardo (TN) has entered the Bronze Level by referring a re-joined Professional Member this week. 🎉🎊🥳

 
Does Reality “Design” TV Constipate You? A touch Crampy?
Us too!

Announcing the birth of ANTI-REALITY-TV!

Finally, a program produced by Designers to reveal the REALITY of Design & construction.

It’s time to pull back the curtain to let the Homeowner see Oz.

Watch our Intro and give us your thoughts.
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Events
Upcoming chapter meetings (and more).
  • April 8 – Coffee With Bernie – 10 am ET / 9 am CT / 8 am MT / 7 am PT
  • April 12 – Tuesday @2:00 Webinar – 2 pm ET / 1 pm CT / 12 pm MT / 11 am PT – Deck & balcony design, the enormous opportunites.
  • May 19 & 20 – D&B Spring Conference – 12 pm ET to 6 pm ET (daily) – New Technology in Building Design.
Be informed about all AIBD events and those hosted by our industry partners at AIBD.org/events.

 
Unleash the Power of BIM in Your Project Designs
LotSpec brings automation to the process of creating lot specific documents used for permitting and construction and includes a powerful set of tools for building master plan documentation used for bidding and approval processes.

 
Training and Education
Certified Aging In Place Training
By AIBD Professional Member Steve Hofacker
  • The “Beyond Your CAPS: What’s Next?” Strategies for taking your CAPS training into the marketplace. From 9-1 EDT at $199 on Saturday, April 9; and Monday, May 16.
  • Universal Design Essential (UDE) class May 5th at 9:00 EDT. $265 NAHB members, $275 non-members).
  • The free professional development webinar series (1 hour of CEU for those who can use it) is Tuesday, March 29 with Margie McNally on “Lighting For Aging Eyesight.” and Tuesday, May 10 with Elainne Dickinson on “LARRY” – a new way to monitor seniors physical movements in the home. Register for any of the webinars on Steve’s website.
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Have a triumphant week!

 

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