Bridging the Future
MAF + AIA MICHIGAN 2021 INTERNSHIP BRIDGE PROGRAM KICKS OFF
With many return to office plans still in flux, so too are architectural student summer internships. Based on the success of its inaugural year in 2020, MAF and AIA Michigan recently kicked off the 2021 MAF + AIA Michigan Internship Bridge Grants Program. This year’s program, which began in early June and runs for eight weeks, includes seven total students from Michigan’s five architectural schools, participating in largely virtual internships with Michigan architecture firms. Read More
MAF Architecture Inspires! Photo Contest
Do you love taking pictures of Michigan architecture as much as we do? Want the chance to see your photos featured on MAF’s website and social media – and win prizes, too? MAF is proud to announce its inaugural photography competition, “Architecture Inspires". We are looking for those one-of-a-kind inspirational images showing a unique relationship between people and buildings, and which demonstrate how architecture enriches life. The contest runs through July 12. Read More
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I was here: Reshaping the American commemorative CODAWorx x Architects Foundation presents: I Was Here, a panel discussion on reshaping the American commemorative landscape to include the often dismissed African American history through portraits featuring contemporary African Americans. This panel is part of the CODAAwards exhibition virtually hosted at The Octagon. June 30 - Earn 1 LU Register today
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This session will cover effective strategies for collaboration, innovation, and interchange between emerging professionals and seasoned practitioners. Attendees will learn how to incorporate professional practice methodologies conducive to mentorship and career development. June 30 at 12:00 pm ET Earn 1.5 LU's Learn more
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The AIA Film Challenge 2021 invites you to share your story about architects partnering with civic leaders and communities to design a zero-carbon, resilient, healthy, just, and equitable built environment.
Produce a 1:30- to 3-minute short film on any device for your chance to win up to $7,000, plus recognition by the architecture and film communities.
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AIA Conference on Architecture 2021
Jul 8, Jul 29, Aug 19
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The AIA's Home Design Trends Survey is a recognized source of emerging trends in residential design and business conditions at residential firms. View resource
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Last summer, NOMA and AIA Board members met to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations. Learn more
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On-demand Housing and Community Development videos Learn more
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Best Practice: Architecture as a value proposition
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Firm Survey Report Available for FREE
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AIA RACIAL EQUITY INITIATIVE
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COVID UPDATES, RESOURCES & ASSESSMENT TOOLS |
COVID-19 Re-opening tools & resources
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AIA RE-OCCUPANCY ASSESSMENT TOOL
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How AIA contracts address the COVID-19 pandemic
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Built around health: The impact of COVID-19 on urbanism Learn More
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Take Control of your Energy Future - Net Zero New Home Construction - Free CE Webinar
Wednesday, June 30, from 7 - 9 pm
A Net Zero home generates as much energy as it uses over a year. It is a properly air sealed and well insulated home that uses sun and geothermal to generate energy. What drives homeowners to build their homes to Net Zero energy?
Hear from 4 homeowners who have taken their new homes to Net Zero. Learn about their experience so you can do it yourself and help others. Register Today!
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ASK THE EXPERTS
Multi-Wythe Masonry Wall Assemblies
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Mid Summer Conference will be August 5-8 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The committee has planned many continuing education seminars, tours and family activities that will be sure to please everyone. The Grand is taking measures to socially distance and provide a safe and healthy environment.
The registration deadline for the hotel and conference registration is July 6, 2021. Rooms are available Friday and Saturday night only.
This year there are many changes planned at the grand. Please check out this link for a “Grand Sneak Peak”
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The 2021 Virtual Hip Hop Architecture Camp® Internship Program - More Information
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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
AIA Huron Valley has the ARE 5 Review Manual and the ARE 5 Practice Problems available to loan out free of charge. 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
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
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HSW Webinar | Designing for Health and Well-Being
Construction Panel: The Success OF IPD Projects
Flat Plate Voided Concrete Slab Systems with Cobiax USA
Sidewalk Architecture: Call for Installation Designs
Call for Applications: Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program
Golf Outing
AIA Grand Rapids Honor Awards Call for Entries
Ann Arbor Solarize - A Community Bulk-Buy Residential Solar Program
AIA Huron Valley - The Alleyway Project
Deadline July 11, 2021
Ann Arbor 2030 District, Washtenaw Contractors Association, and AIA Huron Valley Carbon Neutrality Educational Webinar Series (listed below)
Honor Awards - Call for Entries
Tues., Sept. 14 - Zero Code/ASHRAE 90.1 2019/Benchmarking ordinances - More Information
Tues., Oct. 12 - Decarbonization in Existing Buildings & Historic Properties - More Information
Learning in Lockdown: EcoSurroundings: Biophilic Design
Learning in Lockdown: Spray Lock: Colloidal Silica Concrete Waterproofing
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Northampton, Massachusetts and Dubuque, Iowa have frequently outperformed larger jurisdictions on issues of climate change and resilience, emerging as leading municipalities. Learn more
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AIA Michigan is Leasing out their space! If you need space or know someone that is looking to lease click HERE for more information!
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APAC - Architects Political Actions Committee
Please consider giving to APAC.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.
Only personal contributions allowed
Affiliations able to contribute: AIA/AIAE, FAIA, Associate AIA
Thank you and with great appreciation,
APAC
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Arkos Design, Mishawaka, IN
Integrated Architecture, Grand Rapids, MI
TMP Architecture, Bloomfield Hills/Kalamazoo, MI
Ghafari, Dearborn, MI
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AIA MICHIGAN STRATEGIC PLAN |
Free AIAU courses for AIA members
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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
Administrative Assistant: Events, Membership, Documents, Continuing Education
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ArchiPrep® Meet the newest ARE® prep resource from AIA
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