ArchiTalks@Articulture, presented by the Austin Foundation for Architecture, showcases Austin’s talented architects and designers, with each installment focusing on an individual practitioner and their unique approach to their work. See below for more details on this month’s presentation.

Doors open at 5:30pm and presentation begins at dusk (estimated 5:45pm).

This month’s session, Climate Responsive Design will be presented by Alan Barley, AIA, and Peter Pfeiffer, FAIA, of Barley | Pfeiffer Architecture

“Climate change is making our environment hotter and less comfortable. We are air-conditioning much more than just a generation ago. This should be reflected in how we design and build our homes and buildings. Why are current technology-based green building programs a far cry from the original goals & aspirations of the movement?  As thought leaders, we must re-think our approach, so we have homes that are truly sustainable, resilient, and climate-responsive from the start. Topics explored – more efficient plans, right-sizing, smarter kitchens, lighting flaws, glare-free daylighting, smarter roofs, etc. to ensure healthier living in tune with the climate, so our homes use fewer resources to “live and perform better – by design.”

Rain date: November 16th

Architalks @ Articulture is presented by the Austin Foundation for Architecture in collaboration with venue sponsor Articulture Designs, event sponsor Builders FirstSource, and series founder/organizer Scott Harvey.