AIA Michigan and AGC of Michigan held its Mid Summer Conference on Mackinac Island August 6-8. Our format was slightly different this year. The continuing education was open to all members via live streaming.
This was a great success and we hope to continue in the future. Kermit Baker, AIA National economist and Ken Simonson, AGC economist spoke to us about the future outlook of the architecture and construction industry. This was free to all members of AIA and AGC. If you missed the presentation you can view it here.
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State Forecasting Information
ConstructConnect, an AIA Innovation Partner, has provided state forecasting information, including significant sector forecasts for the four largest states – New York, Florida, Texas, and California. See reports
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Free webinar: Answering your contract questions
Join Sept. 10 for a free, live Q&A with AIA Contract Documents Information Manager, Ben Segal, as he answers commonly asked questions regarding popular AIA documents such as payment applications, A201 general conditions, and more! Please email questions prior to the webinar to hastihejazi@aia.org. Register
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The Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
This award distinguishes an architect or architectural organization that embodies social responsibility and actively addresses relevant issues, such as affordable housing, inclusiveness, or universal access. Please nominate candidates who continuously advocate for societal equity through our profession. Nominations for this prestigious award are open now through September 1. Submit nominations
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COVID-19 Re-opening tools & resources
AIA convened a virtual charrette with architects and experts in public health, engineering, and facilities management to develop guidance for building re-occupancy. Input from the charrette led to a new Building Risk Management Plan Worksheet, enhanced Re-occupancy Assessment Tool, and expanded ArchMap.
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AIA RE-OCCUPANCY ASSESSMENT TOOL
AIA Re-occupancy Assessment Tool which provides a framework of strategies for re-opening buildings. Informed by authoritative sources (CDC, WHO, OSHA, etc.) and public health experts, the tool includes baseline parameters for re-occupancy, architectural and engineering strategies, and administrative policies that promote the health, safety, and welfare of the public while creating opportunities for non-essential facilities to provide services.
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How AIA contracts address the COVID-19 pandemic
For the foreseeable future, the design and construction industry may experience considerable disruptions, such as material shortages, construction delays, work stoppages, and suspended and terminated projects due to the coronavirus pandemic. This article provides some tips on how to handle project delays, suspensions, and terminations with AIA documents, and also provides a list of some insurance issues to consider.
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Prometric Operations and Social Distancing
As Prometric test centers return to normal operations in compliance with local guidelines, please be aware that test centers’ social distancing requirements may vary depending on location. Some test centers are now “fully open,” which may
mean a return to normal occupancy, where social distancing of six feet may not be maintained or required. More Information
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AIA RACIAL EQUITY INITIATIVE
Harnessing the passion of our Members and the broader design community, AIA National is taking steps to advance racial justice and equality in our organization, in our profession, and in our communities.
AIA National has begun to put together resources which represent just a few tools to help bridge the gap – the gap between complacency and knowledge, between knowledge and action, and between action and progress.
We invite you to contact AIA National at feedback@aia.org to suggest additional resources.
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SMACNA Detroit held its 54th Annual Charity Golf Outing on August 10, 2020 at Indianwood Golf & Country Club, Lake Orion, Michigan.
As a result of fundraising efforts, members of SMACNA Detroit and sponsors presented to the Detroit Police Officers Association (DPOA) Charitable Fund a portion of proceeds in donation of $10,000 during the outing. The officers accepting the donation expressed genuine gratitude for the support of the construction industry. Read More
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Discover what you can learn AIAU brings the industry's best learning to you. Our 300+ instructors are from leading firms, and they'll immerse you in in-demand topics that will boost your skills and portfolio.
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Free AIAU courses for AIA members
We're in the midst of a pandemic and the business environment is rapidly changing. Many of our members are already feeling the impact. To help you navigate these uncertain times, we're making some of AIAU's best business and tech courses available to AIA members for free. Learn valuable skills about virtual practice, successful business strategies, risk management, and more from some of the most innovative architects, firms, and design professionals. Browse Courses
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Michigan Historic Preservation Network - 40th Annual Statewide Preservation Conference
“Preservation on the Frontline”
Virtual! September 21-22, 2020
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EMERGING PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES |
AIA Michigan has Brightwood's 5.0 Study Guides. Please call 313-965-4100 or email Evelyn Dougherty to borrow the study materials!
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AIA Huron Valley has the ARE 5 Review Manual and the ARE 5 Practice Problems available to loan out free of charge. If you are interested please email AIA Huron Valley
AIA Saginaw Valley has the ARE materials available for their section members to borrow! If you're a member of the AIA Saginaw Valley chapter please contact AIA Saginaw Valley to borrow the materials.
AIA Southwest Michigan has the Brightwood ARE 5.0 Study Guides (physical copies & ebooks), the Ballast ARE 5.0 Review Manual, and an electronic copy of the The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice (15th edition). All are available for members to check-out with no fee. Please contact AIA Southwest Michigan to borrow the materials.
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DABUG CEU Program: Cameras and AI
Celebration of Architecture Live Broadcast
Thurs., Sept. 24 - Save the date!
Golf Outing
Learn from a Leader in Delivering Exterior Grade Phenolic (EGP) Rainscreen Cladding Systems.
Annual Golf Outing
2020 Honor Awards Celebration
Thurs., Oct. 29 - Save the Date!
Mechanical System Operation and Enhancement to Reduce Pandemic Risks
Registration and Call for Entries - 2021 AIA Huron Valley Honor Awards
Virtual Membership Meeting - Webinar
Learning in Lockdown: Crites-Tidey - Sound Off!
Learning in Lockdown: Pella - Understanding Window & Door Performance
Learning in Lockdown: Cambria - Color's Impact
Learning in Lockdown - LEDCONN/MLS - Backlighting
Learning in Lockdown: Axis Lighting - Light & Circadian Environments
Learning in Lockdown: HunterDouglas - Ceiling Design
The Future of Fire-Rated Glass & Framing
(FREE AIA HSW Course!)
26th Annual AIA NAWIC CFMA Joint Golf Outing
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Daniels and Zermack Architects, Ann Arbor, MI
Partners in Architecture, Mount Clemens, MI
NSA Architects, Engineers, Planners, Farmington Hills, MI
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Public Schools District, Grand Rapids, MI
Kohler Architecture, Monroe, MI
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Seeking Architectural Designer position: Resume
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APAC Architects Political Action Committee
We know that many of our fellow AIA Members have been hit hard with the COVID-19 pandemic and it’s affect on your business and personal life. The last thing you may be thinking of doing is contributing to APAC right now. But give us a moment to share with you a couple thoughts.
- This is the end of the legislative session in Michigan.
- A legislative cycle lasts two years where we deal with some consistency amongst our elected officials
- After the cycle ends we have to start over next year with new faces and initiatives.
- This is the last opportunity to push through two legislative efforts.
- The Government Affairs Committee has highlighted these issues in the GAC Legislative updates that can be found on the AIA Michigan website.
- Historic Tax Credits
- Certificate of Merit
- This is a presidential election year which always amplifies the political process.
This year’s $20 in support of APAC’s $20 in 2020 Campaign! was designed to encourage first time donations to APAC and assist in the progress of focusing on architectural related issues in Lansing that support our practice. Please consider giving to APAC this year as we work toward our goal of $10,000. Giving is simple, just follow the link to the APAC donation page and click on the amount you wish to give. All donations must be from personal funds, no corporate donations are allowed by law. Donating by credit card is easy and fast.
Please consider donating now as you read this update.
Only personal contributions allowed
Affiliations able to contribute: AIA/AIAE, FAIA, Associate AIA
Thank you and with great appreciation,
APAC
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AIA MICHIGAN STRATEGIC PLAN |
CONTACT THE STAFF
Executive Director of AIA Michigan: Events and Programming, Finances, Communications, Membership, Government Affairs, Sponsorship
Operations Director: Event Planning, Documents, Continuing Education, Membership, Sponsorship, Emerging Professionals
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