The AIA Louisiana State Conference on Architecture (first ever fully virtual conference) is now open for registration. Thank you for your patience throughout this new experiment of providing Conference, and we certainly look forward to everyone joining in. We also thank ACME Brick for their Title support of this effort, and helping to allow us to build strong material for excellence!
A few items of note this year:
- Registration tiers have been streamlined to include Member and Non-Member, so any AIA member (not just AIA Louisiana and regardless of Associate AIA, AIA, Distinguished Affiliate, Elite Affiliate, or Allied Affiliate) can receive the discounted member pricing.
- Deadline for Early Registration discount is September 1st.
- Registration completely closes September 16th.
- In light of all current situations and challenges, registration cost is INCREDIBLY reduced, for this year. Don’t miss out!
The All-Access Pass is an outstanding deal (as are the One Day Passes), so please feel free to pass this along to colleagues and/or friends across the nation that may have an interest in the topics or just gaining a few credit hours.
Sponsorships are still available should you, your firm, or your company wish to be involved. Check them out HERE
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WEBINAR: Hydraulics & Hydrology Overview and Benefits of Mimicking the Natural System |
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When proposing to alter the natural terrain for the benefit of a project, it is important to have a holistic understanding of the hydrologic and hydraulic system being altered to ensure there will be no increase in the risk of flooding for neighboring properties. The attendees will obtain a basic understanding of hydrology and hydraulics including how changing the land type and elevations affect both, and will be shown new data and tools that are available to engineers that help in designing no-impact projects. Finally, attendees will see an example of how the rerouting of a channel has impacted flood risk for neighboring properties and a holistic solution to the problem. Call 225-387-5579 or email inquiries@aiala.com for more information.
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2020
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Zoom Webinar
Price: $25.00 AIA Member
$50.00 Non-Member
AIA Credits: 1 LU/HSW
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AIA Louisiana 2021 Nominations |
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Nominations are open for the 2021 AIA Louisiana Board of Directors! Are you interested in serving or know of a great candidate? Below are the opportunities for current AIA members….
Vice-President/President-Elect: Would serve as the 2021 Vice-President and 2022 President. Ideally would’ve served at least one year on the AIALA Board of Directors or higher leadership in the last five years, and have led a local Chapter or Section.
Secretary/Treasurer: Two-year term. The Secretary/Treasurer shall act as the recording and corresponding secretary of the Chapter and the Board of Directors, and shall attend all their meetings and keep minutes of the proceedings. The Secretary/Treasurer shall act as the Treasurer and shall exercise general oversight of the Chapter's financial affairs and shall perform all the duties incident of the office of Treasurer and other duties properly assigned by the Board of Directors or the President in coordination with AIALA Executive Director, bookkeeper, and others as necessary.
Nominations can be made by emailing current Nominations Committee Chair, Rex Cabaniss.
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NCARB Survey Finds the Number of Architects Is Rising
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards' annual survey found a 1% increase in the number of licensed architects from 2018 and a 10% increase from that in 2010. Read the Article
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On August 20, AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker will discuss the July Architecture Billings Index (ABI) and what the rapidly changing economic conditions could mean for firms. Here’s the link to watch (registration required). AIA just launched a new interview series in which Kermit offers important context to timely economic issues. You can read the first article here. A new report from Brookings shows the economic focus is all about rebuilding better, specifically using a framework to support an equitable recovery from COVID-19. If you want to keep up with project behaviors and implications caused by COVID-19 in the DIY and contractor world, The Farnsworth Group has partnered with Home Improvement Research Institute to provide consistent updates, including if work has been delayed or stopped. |
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In New Realities: The Human Impact on Design Firms, the Cameron MacAllister Group shares detailed information on how leaders at 75 US and Canadian design firms are responding and the impacts of the pandemic on leadership, culture, staffing, and work practices. In addition, Brookings’ Metro Recovery Index tracks impacts and trajectories in the labor and real estate markets, along with other areas of economic activity. |
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LEED Green Associate (GA) Training |
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Webinar and Online self-paced options:
Live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:
August 23 2020 – 1:00PM – 5:00PM EDT
September 12 2020 – 2:00PM – 6:00PM EDT
September 30 2020 – 5:00PM – 9:00PM EDT - OR -
October 17 2020 – 1:00PM – 5:00PM EDT
The above options are all identical.
This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. The USGBC charges a $100 (reduced for students) fee for the actual exam which can now be taken online from home. Save money by reserving your spot today and make a positive difference in your career!
Cost: $200 - Members can use the coupon code ‘sust’ for $50 if you are paying out of your own pocket.
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Deadline Approaching
AIA Upjohn Research Grants
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The 2020 AIA Upjohn Research Initiative supports applied research projects related to the priorities outlined in AIA's Climate Action Plan, including a drive toward sustainable design that helps mitigate or adapt to climate change.
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FROM OUR COLLEAGUES AT AIA CONNECTICUT: Unconscious Bias |
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at work can take many forms. However, those efforts are often undermined by bias, which may be unconscious. For any employer working toward a fair and inclusive workplace, having certain individuals unfairly excluded or limited at work is problematic. In the modern U.S. workplace, unconscious, or implicit, bias can affect our decisions and requires strategic thinking to ensure that employees and management are aware of it and committed to eradicating its influence. This webinar will discuss strategies to mitigate unconscious bias at work and how to influence that strategy from the top down.
Panel includes:
Britt-Marie Cole-Johnson, a partner at Robinson + Cole who is a member of the firm's Labor, Employment, Benefits + Immigration Group, and a well-regarded lecturer on topics including sexual harassment and bias in the workplace. Prior to law school, Britt-Marie taught in the Atlanta Public School System as a Teach for America corps member. She interned with Judge M. Yvette Miller at the Georgia Court of Appeals and participated in Emory University School of Law's Barton Child Law and Policy Clinic.
John Rice, a partner at AKF Engineers the last 27 years who just launched a new firm, Legacy Engineers, dedicated to advancing more Blacks in the engineering field. He is also on the Board of the Urban Green Council (NYC's premier green advocacy group).
Gustavo Rodriguez, AIA, CODIA, LEED AP, Partner at FXCollaborative and a registered architect in New York and the Dominican Republic who is passionate about working collaboratively to craft innovative buildings. He is a vocal advocate for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives, and has spoken about design and diversity at venues including AIA Virginia's Architecture Exchange East conference and THE PLAN Perspective conference.
Natasha Espada, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C, founder and Principal of STUDIO ENÉE architects who has over 25 years of design and construction expertise in both renovation and new construction for institutional, civic, and commercial clients. Natasha is the President of the Boston Society of Architects (BSA)/AIA. She promotes Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and is working to make Boston a Design City by bringing design and art to all neighborhoods in Boston.
Our interactive panel will be moderated by Paolo Campos, AIA, NOMA, Associate Principal at Patriquin Architects. He is a founding member of NOMAct, establishing a state chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects. At AIA Connecticut, Paolo is Co-Chair of the BP&R Committee and serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from these distinguished guests and to gain perspective on how firms can promote an inclusive work environment and develop equitable opportunities for employees.
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Reopening America: Strategies for safer schools
As education officials evaluate reopening schools this fall, AIA is issuing a new report detailing strategies that can reduce risk of COVID-19 transmission in K-12 facilities. The report and 3D models were developed by a team of architects,...
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www.aia.org
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Exam Evolution: When Can We Expect Remote Proctoring?
Test center closures and limited seat availability continue to impact Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) candidates' ability to progress toward licensure. Understanding how we can enable candidates to take the exam remotely, while...
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www.ncarb.org
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- Louisiana has membership levels to fit most any interest….and with dues being pro-rated for NEW Affiliate members, dues are 50% OFF right now! Check out details on how to join as a company or an individual HERE.
- State Conference on Architecture (Sept 23-25th): Going VIRTUAL! Get REGISTERED HERE.
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#TUXESANDTENNIES is going to be all the rage during this year’s Conference and Awards Program. Be on the look out for ways to be a part of the conversation and the fun….oh, and there are awards for it too!
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Looking to get a little more involved? AIALA has vacancies on the following committees: Membership, Public Awareness, Scholarship, COTE (Committee on the Environment), CRAN (Custom Residential Architects Network), and Associates & Emerging Professionals. Contact kathydesselle@aiala.com for more information on committee activities and focus.
- The AIALA Honor Awards program will be a feature event during Conference this year, and for the first (and likely only) time ever, anyone can attend AND it’s free! Check out the awards webpage for details.
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