Want to prepare for the May 31st AIA CA Board meeting? Join your colleagues, Winston Thorne, AIA and Carina Mills, AIA for an open discussion of issues to be addressed during the Board of Directors meeting. They will share their strategy for preparing for the meeting and answer questions you may have about the agenda items. Please see the Board of Directors Basecamp site for this meeting's zoom link, where registration is not required.
2024: A Year of Stabilization and Reset. California’s economic performance has lagged national performance for the last few years – technology sector layoffs, regional banking crises, and the exodus of a significant portion of the workforce to other states have taken its toll. However, home sales are tentatively rebounding and the population grew in 2023, halting three years of decline. As California continues its path to economic recovery, this session takes a closer look at trends in construction and development, real estate supply and demand signals, emerging trends, and demographic shifts amidst volatility. We will also discuss what the future holds for different market sectors across the state. Speaker: Supina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration, DPR Construction Supina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration, DPR Construction
This is a virtual meeting. To register for this meeting, please see the BOD Basecamp posting.
Study Hub is AIA California’s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does 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. Project Development & Documentation (PDD) focuses on the integration and documentation of building systems, material selection, and material assemblies into a project. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in integration of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems into overall project design and documentation. Speaker: Elif Bayram
Reuse and retrofit of existing buildings is a key climate action strategy. When these projects create new housing from underused or empty commercial buildings, it’s a win-win: Major embodied carbon benefits for greenhouse gas emission reductions Urban revitalization and economic development Housing in locations where it’s critically needed There are five different compliance paths that California architects have available for work on existing buildings. This program will provide a high-level overview of all code options, insights, and information to make an informed code choice. It will also provide a deep dive into the Work Area Methodology, new to California as of July 1, 2024. Join architect Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA for this fast-paced exploration of code choices and nuanced differences and learn about factors that can lead you to a code ‘best fit’ for your next existing building adventure. Note: This program targets design professionals with a basic familiarity of building code principles, terminology and the application of codes to building design. Speaker: Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA - President, Applied Architecture Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA | President | Applied Architecture
During this one-hour lunch and learn, we will discuss the best practices in modern school design, like utilizing good acoustics, daylighting and sustainability related to Roof & Floor Deck Ceiling Systems that you can use at your firm. The Art and Science of structural deck engineering discussed can enable a designer to create unique, visually open public spaces with responsible materials and unmatched acoustic. Attendees will learn - amongst other things - about the importance of good acoustical design, the benefits of natural daylighting and how acoustical metal deck ceiling systems can contribute, and the sustainability factors in acoustical metal deck ceiling systems specifically in the learning environment. John Heinly, AIA | Western Regional Manager | Epic Metals John Heinly, AIA | Western Regional Manager | Epic Metals
This session qualifies for 1 LU|HSW (pending approval) and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) As the urgency to address climate change and halt greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) continues to grow, designers have a responsibility to make smart design decisions to minimize their buildings’ GHG emissions. Even net zero energy, looking at operational energy over time, is no longer enough. We need to be absolute zero carbon, this means zero carbon in all aspects: operational, embodied, refrigerants, construction, infrastructure, and landscape. We need to design buildings that are zero carbon every day, from conception to operations. This session will discuss the roadmap to achieving Absolute Carbon including radically passive, all-electric design, adaptive reuse that is as good as new construction, 24/7 renewable energy, carbon sequestering materials, rehabilitating developed landscapes and serious attention to transportation. Moderator: David Moore, LEED AP BD+C, Environmental Designer, Atelier Ten Speaker: Kristen DiStefano, LEED AP BD+C - Director, Atelier Ten, San Francisco
Study Hub is AIA California’s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does 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. Speaker: Bryn Young (BYoung Design) / AIA San Diego
AIA CA is a proud partner of the 2024 Net Zero Conference! Hosted by Verdical Group, this event will bring together experts in climate, net zero, ESG, equity, carbon, and resilience on 9/17 + 9/18 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Join us in experiencing insightful educational sessions, notable keynotes, and networking in the Expo Hall. Use code NZMP15 for 15% off! #NetzeroFuture
Each year the Healthcare Facilities Forum brings you a glimpse into the future of healthcare facilities. What trends, technologies and numerous other factors will impact the design and delivery of hospitals and outpatient facilities? This year we are seeing technology and data impact healthcare design in greater ways than ever before. Don't miss out on this event that will give you a future view of the profession and be able to think and assist your clients from a strategic lens. Join in person in Los Angeles, livestreamed in San Francisco or, if travel funds or time are tight, join us through our virtual pass to watch from your desk or home office. Join us to hear from healthcare system leaders and other experts as we explore these topics…and more, on September 18, 2024!
This session qualifies for 1.5 LU/HSW and 1.5 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education (Live webinar attendees only).Don't miss your chance to attend, space is now limited for this webinar! Registration closes at 8am, Wednesday, September 18! Architects should be aware of changes in the industry standard of care, the role of codes and standards, and how courts view an architect’s responsibility in the context of worsening weather conditions.The AIA + HKS Tool Kit for Integrating Resilient Design into Architectural Projects provides basic components for integrating resilience with sustainability and net zero carbon design within a standard of care for architectural projects. A unique standard of care shapes the delivery of sustainable design and net zero carbon design in architectural projects from concept to completion, and can also impact risk management and project delivery. Join our panel as they shed let on the standard of care process and how to integrate resilience and sustainability in your projects.Moderator: Tian Feng FAIA, FCSI | District Architect, San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Speakers: Yvonne Castillo, Esq. | Sr. Vice President, Director of Risk Management & Global ESG Chair Amanda Barton, AIA RID NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP | Project Designer + Associate, HKS Josephine Hsu, AIA LSSYB | Architecture Job Captain Forum Sammy Shams, AIA NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, LFA | Resilience, Sustainability & Building Performance, HKS Ana Moura-Cook, PE | Project Manager for Climate Resilience, Arup Alum Andreanna Tzortzis, PE | Associate, Arup Additional Resources Additional Resources Full Presentation_Resilience and The Evolving Standard of Care Series Part 1Resilience Resource Links
