Creating an Attractive, Affordable and Sustainable Ownership Transition Plan

Virtual

Earn 1 LU for attending live.  Many firms are actively considering expanding their ownership teams and/or transitioning ownership to a new generation of leaders. They know that offering ownership is essential to ensure the ongoing prosperity of their firms, to attract and retain highly qualified and ambitious staff, and to enable current owners to benefit from the value they created through long years of hard work. However, challenges abound. Many prospective owners are focused on living a balanced life--of which work is but one element. Some have limited financial resources to invest in purchasing equity in a firm. Others have narrow comfort zones and are leery of the risks that accompany ownership. In this webinar, transition advisor Michael Strogoff, FAIA, and attorney Jennifer Suzuki will discuss lessons learned from their years of experience assisting firms with ownership transitions. Attendees will leave the webinar with a better understanding of how to structure a transition framework that balances the professional, financial, and legal concerns of buyers and sellers. Speakers: Michael Strogoff, FAIA, and Jennifer Suzuki, Esq. Michael Strogoff, FAIA Jennifer Suzuki, Esq.               Full Presentation_Creating an Attractive, Affordable & Sustainable Ownership Transition Plan

Study Hub: Construction & Evaluation

Virtual

Construction & Evaluation (CE) focuses on construction contract administration and post-occupancy evaluation of projects. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in construction contract execution, construction support services (including construction observation and shop drawing or submittal review), payment request processing, and project closeout. In addition, candidates must also demonstrate an understanding and abilities in project evaluation of integrated building systems and their performance. Speaker: Michael Riscica

CALGreen Embodied Carbon Series: Understanding the 2023 Embodied Carbon Amendments-On Demand

Virtual

SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO OF SESSION This session qualifies for 1 LU/HSW and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) The CALGreen Embodied Carbon series is a joint educational program between the SEAOC Sustainable Design Committee and AIA CA. This 4-part webinar series addresses the green building code changes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) on August 2, 2023, focusing on reducing embodied carbon emissions in large-scale building construction projects. Understanding these changes is crucial, as compliance becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2024. Structural engineers and architects play a pivotal role in implementing these requirements effectively, shaping the future of sustainable construction. In this introductory program, experts from the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and New Buildings Institute (NBI) will lead the session focusing on the compliance pathways and requirements essential for industry professionals. They will offer a detailed overview of the regulations related to embodied carbon and insights into the future development of California’s state code. The webinar also includes a segment on resources available to assist professionals in adapting to these changes. Participants will develop a clear understanding of the concept of embodied carbon and its impact on climate change. They will also learn about the progression of embodied carbon policies leading to the adoption of state-level codes and gain an in-depth understanding of the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code amendments. Finally, the webinar will provide strategies for effectively adhering to and excelling under these new standards in various projects. Speakers: Amie Lewis | Senior Project Manager in Codes and Policy, New Buildings Institute Anish Tilak | Manager with the Carbon-Free Buildings Program, RMI Viewing this video recording on the AIA CA website or on the AIA CA YouTube channel does not qualify for continuing education or a certificate. If you are interested in obtaining CE or a certificate, please access this recording on-demand through the aecKnowledge website here.   FINAL Presentation_CALGreen Series_Understanding the 2023 Embodied Carbon Amendments AIA CA CALGreen Embodied Carbon Measures Adopted in California AIA CA CALGreen FAQ AIA CALGreen Checklists – embodied carbon measures supplement coming soon! RMI’s Carbon Free Building Program California Energy Codes & Standards – CALGreen Embodied Carbon Factsheet NBI Codes and Policy – Embodied Carbon Local Energy Codes – Code Cycle Resources 2022 CA Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11 (CALGreen) with July Supplement California Building Standards Commission – CALGreen

Study Hub: Construction & Evaluation

Virtual

Construction & Evaluation (CE) focuses on construction contract administration and post-occupancy evaluation of projects. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in construction contract execution, construction support services (including construction observation and shop drawing or submittal review), payment request processing, and project closeout. In addition, candidates must also demonstrate an understanding and abilities in project evaluation of integrated building systems and their performance.Speaker: Ron Culver, AIACo-Founder of Form Found DesignRon is a licensed Architect and Contractor having founded design-build ventures in both Canada and the US. Ron has over 30 years of experience.About Study HubAIA California has a pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure – The ARE/CSE California Study Hub. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups will serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal will not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.

How to Design a Safe & Compliant Automated Gate System

Virtual

The main purpose of this course is to train architects, engineers, designers, specifiers & owners on the UL 3.25 and ASTM F2200 safety standards related to design, construction and installation methods of automated vehicular access points. This presentation covers those safety guidelines that govern all automated vehicular gate systems. Speaker: Brad Richards | Specification Sales Engineer | HySecurity Brad Richards | Specification Sales Engineer | HySecurity

Study Hub: Programming & Analysis

Virtual

Programming & Analysis (PA) focuses on the evaluation of project requirements, constraints, and opportunities. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in project type analysis, the establishment of qualitative and quantitative project requirements, evaluation of project site and context, and assessment of economic issues. Speaker: Bryn Young, AIA

Forum for Emerging Professionals: Leading Sustainability Efforts at Architectural Firms

Virtual

Have you ever wondered what a sustainability director does? On March 12, join RECORD and three sustainability directors—all from highly regarded architecture firms—to find out. The panelists will discuss how they collaborate with clients and colleagues to set performance goals, how they shape the design process, and how they keep projects on track. Speakers will also outline the career paths that brought them to their current leadership roles.   Hosted by Architectural Record

CALGreen Embodied Carbon Series: Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment for Code Compliance (Now On Video)

Virtual

SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO OF THIS SESSION This session qualifies for 1 LU|HSW and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) The CALGreen Embodied Carbon series is a joint educational program between the SEAOC Sustainable Design Committee and AIA CA. This 4-part webinar series addresses the green building code changes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) on August 2, 2023, focusing on reducing embodied carbon emissions in large-scale building construction projects. Understanding these changes is crucial, as compliance becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2024. Structural engineers and architects play a pivotal role in implementing these requirements effectively, shaping the future of sustainable construction. This second session will focus on implementation of the Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment (WBLCA) compliance pathway. The presentation will be led by industry experts who will cover basic practices, available tools and resources, and practical considerations for practitioners. Topics will range from an introduction to the fundamentals of WBLCA, essential practices in material quantity takeoffs and application of environmental product declarations, compliance tools and resources, setting an effective baseline, the landscape of common reduction strategies, and practical case study examples. Speakers: Isabelle Hens, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, EIT | Environmental Designer, Atelier Ten Laura Karnath, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C | Senior Enclosure Consultant, Walter P Moore Avideh Haghighi, AIA, LFA | Associate Principal, ZGF Luke Lombardi, PE | Senior Sustainability Consultant, Buro Happold                 Viewing this video recording on the AIA CA website or on the AIA CA YouTube channel does not qualify for continuing education or a certificate. If you are interested in obtaining CE or a certificate, please access this recording on-demand through the aecKnowledge website here. Full Presentation_CALGreen Embodied Carbon Series: Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment for Code Compliance Resource Slide with Links

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING

AIA California Office 1931 H Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

This is an in-person taking place at the AIA CA Sacramento office.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

The Citizen Hotel, Sacramento, CA 926 J. Street, Sacramento, CA

This is an in-person meeting.

Study Hub: Programming & Analysis

Virtual

Programming & Analysis (PA) focuses on the evaluation of project requirements, constraints, and opportunities. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in project type analysis, the establishment of qualitative and quantitative project requirements, evaluation of project site and context, and assessment of economic issues. Speaker: Ben Norkin About Our Speaker: Creator of Hyperfine and Principal at Ben Norkin Architecture, Ben is a licensed Architect, teacher, student, parent, and a Navy veteran. From designing contemporary net-zero-ready homes to humble residential additions; from completing a Master’s thesis to A.R.E. exams, Ben has picked up a lot over the last five years and is excited to be able to share it with others. Ben teaches architecture as well, and he always stresses to his students that he is just like they are…only a few years into the future.

2024 Common Application Webinar

Virtual

Host: Katie Ackerly, AIA - Common Application Jury Chair *** Early Bird Registration for the AIA California Design Awards Ends 03.22.24 Register Here *** This year AIA California is hosting a webinar to review the Common Application. Come join the us as we review the form in depth, answer questions, and discuss common mistakes caught by the Common Application Review Jury. The Common App for Design Excellence is an Excel-based tool, originally conceived of and developed by Corey Squire, AIA; Helena Zambrano, AIA; and Anne Schopf, FAIA; and others. The tool is intended to help streamline sustainability reporting for AIA design awards. Since its inception, more than two dozen Design Awards Committees at the state and local level have adopted the Common App as part of the submission requirements for their chapter’s design awards. Over the past year, the COTE Network Common App Subcommittee has refreshed the Common App to improve consistency with the AIA Framework for Design Excellence and to enhance user functionality. - AIA COTE Network If planning to submit for the AIA California Design Awards, please look over the Common Application prior to the webinar and prepare questions to ask the panelists.