Experience residential design at the intersection of architecture, performance, and intelligent technology. Join AIA NoVA’s CRAN Committee and Alair Homes Arlington for an exclusive two-part event featuring a firsthand look at a high-performance Modern Prairie home, a live lighting and shade demonstration, lunch and a CEU presentation on Human-Centric Lighting. See how integrated technology can enhance both the design and experience of a home, then explore the principles, technologies, and strategies behind lighting designed around the needs of its occupants—all while earning up to 2.0 AIA credits (1.0 AIA LU|Elective + 1.0 AIA LU|HSW).

Part 1: High-Performance Home Tour & Lighting Demo

Location: 3241 North Ohio Street, Arlington, VA 22207

Join us for a return visit to this exceptional Modern Prairie-style luxury residence, now in the final stages of construction, nearly a year after the initial framing-stage tour. Designed by DeFalco Home Design and built by Alair Homes Arlington, the approximately 8,000-square-foot home spans three levels and includes five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, and distinctive architectural and lifestyle-focused amenities. 

This exclusive tour will explore how the design has evolved from the framing stage into a nearly finished residence, highlighting the integration of architectural details, custom materials, high-performance building systems, and smart-home technology. Participants will see installed finishes and products, including engineered hardwood, cork, polished concrete, thin brick, custom cabinetry, wine storage, and specialty flooring, as well as systems such as 5-zone HVAC, solar and battery backup, smart electrical panels, and floor heating.  In addition, the tour will highlight and demonstrate how high-end lighting and shade systems can be integrated into a modern home design. 

The tour will offer insight into the coordination of design, materials, technology, and craftsmanship that brings together performance, durability, comfort, and modern luxury living. 

Part 2: Lunch & Learn CEU Presentation: Human Centric Lighting

Location: Army Navy Country Club (Arlington Campus), 1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202*

This session examines the three essential elements of human-centric lighting: quality light, natural light, and personalized control. Attendees will explore critical design considerations, smart technologies, implementation best practices, and effective strategies for communicating the value of human-centric lighting to clients.

*Please ensure your GPS is specifically set to the Arlington Campus (1700 Army Navy Drive) for the lunch portion of the event to avoid missing the presentation.

CREDITS: Earn up to up to 2.0 AIA credits (1.0 AIA LU|Elective + 1.0 AIA LU|HSW) 

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