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JOIN COTE: Apply this spring for the national Leadership Group

By Kira L. Gould Hon. AIA posted 19 hours ago
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JOIN COTE: Apply this spring for the national Leadership Group If you have been in the COTE community for a while, or are new to our tent, perhaps it’s time to think about applying to the national Leadership Group of COTE, an AIA Knowledge Community (since 1990). What does the COTE Leadership Group do? This group of 12 people shape and shepherd tend to COTE’s flagship programs, the COTE Top Ten Awards (since 1997) and the AIA/ACSA COTE Top Ten for Students Competition … as well as guiding knowledge development, collaborating with other climate groups at AIA (2030 Working Group, materials groups, the Resilience and Adaptation Group, and ...
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Design the Future Podcast: Janice Barnes

By Kira L. Gould Hon. AIA posted 4 days ago
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For our latest episode, we (Lindsay Baker and Kira Gould) had a conversation with Janice Barnes, Ph.D. She is founder of Climate Adaptation Partners. She uses her training in architecture and organizational behavior to help clients understand risks and evaluate adaptation pathways and link these to design and financing options. She works at the intersection of climate change, design, and public health and uses the inviting question “how might we?” to frame her work. We talked with Janice about her advocacy and education work, her current client and project work, and more. "Climate adaptation," she says, "is part of design. We have a professional obligation ...
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COTE's Guide to AIA24, the AIA Conference on Architecture

By Kira L. Gould Hon. AIA posted 5 days ago
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COTE’s Guide to AIA24: June 5-8 in Washington, DC The AIA Conference on Architecture ( AIA24 ) is coming up soon! The COTE Leadership Group and many COTE volunteers and members of the COTE Network of chapters are looking forward to the conference as an opportunity to connect and learn with many of you in the COTE community who may be planning to attend. There are some changes this year, about which you may have heard. The 2024 chair of COTE, Michelle Amt, FAIA, mentioned in her chair letter in COTE news (March/April 2024) that, in addition to COTE Top Ten winners not being announced on Earth Day (as they have been since ...
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AIA24: Don't Miss Out on Historic Resources Committee events and More at Washington D.C.'s Architecture conference

By Luz Angela Toro Acuna Intl. Assoc. AIA posted 6 days ago
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Calling all AIA24 attendees! Washington D.C. is gearing up for a landmark event in architecture and design, and you won't want to miss it. This year's AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) is bringing together the brightest minds in AEC for four power-packed days (June 5-8) Be sure to mark your calendar for the official HRC event, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. AIA24 boasts a lineup of incredible sessions designed to inspire, educate, and connect you with the future of design. This is your chance to dive deep into the latest trends, network with industry leaders, and discover innovative solutions to today's most pressing challenges. ...
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Melinda Avila-Torio—A Calling for Compassion

By Megan Lorian Crites AIA posted 12 days ago
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A Calling for Compassion Melinda Avila-Torio, NCIDQ, RID, CHID, CASP, LEED ® AP, IIDA, is an interior designer, focused on the full spectrum of senior living design. She is an active board member with the AIA Design for Aging Knowledge Community. She also serves on the board for the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers. Additionally, she is on the Mentoring Committee with the Women in Healthcare Georgia Chapter. Melinda is a first generation Filipino and was born in Japan. When she was young, her family relocated to Philadelphia, then relocated again to Virginia Beach due to her father’s service in the Navy. Melinda’s career path was inspired ...
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Research-related content at AIA24

By Emma Tucker posted 20 days ago
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If you are coming to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) this year (June 5-8 in Washington, DC), there is an official PMKC event plus many more great sessions on the topic of research to consider! PMKC events Thursday: Practice, Present & Future: PM Luncheon EV213 | 11:30am-1pm | $95 Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, winner of the AIA Gold Medal, will set the tone at this luncheon exploring practice and career in the 21st century. The founder of Chicago-based Ross Barney architects has won 220+ awards over more than four decades of practice, continuing the Windy City's storied heritage of trailblazing architects. ...
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CCA-related content at AIA24

By Emma Tucker posted 20 days ago
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If you are coming to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) this year (June 5-8 in Washington, DC), there is an official CCA workshop plus many more great sessions to consider! CCA events Wednesday: Architects in Work Boots WE104 | 9:30am-12pm | 2.5 LUs Do you know how to lead a project through construction contract administration? To have a successful project, you need an understanding of how this phase is managed. This workshop will provide strategic management insights and will present case studies to empower you to chart your career path. Learn more > Wednesday: Strategies to Mitigate CA Liability ...
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April Letter from the Chair - Jason Larrison, AIA

By Alison Karfeld posted 20 days ago
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It has been a pleasure being a part of the Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC) leadership these past four years and it is my honor to be the committee chair this year. The greatest enjoyment I receive comes from collaboration with my fellow committee members and other like-minded design professionals. We have been collaborating on a couple of major opportunities to engage with others this spring and I hope you will be joining us. ​​​​​​​ For the second year in a row, RUDC member Rex Cabaniss, AIA is involved in building a panel program that qualifies for a learning unit. This year, he is moderating a panel on the changing roles downtowns, suburbs, neighborhoods, ...
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Project delivery at AIA24

By Emma Tucker posted 25 days ago
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If you are coming to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) this year (June 5-8 in Washington, DC), there is an official PDKC event plus many more great sessions to consider! PDKC events Friday: Project Delivery Open Forum EV311 | 10-11:30am What is your vision for the future of project delivery systems and how does it align with the forces at work? Traditional roles and relationships are transforming at an unprecedented pace in the ever-evolving design and construction industry—and project delivery systems are at the nexus of these transformations. In this critically important and timely forum, Project Delivery ...
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Technology content at AIA24

By Emma Tucker posted 25 days ago
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If you are coming to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) this year (June 5-8 in Washington, DC), there are a couple official TAP events plus many more great sessions to consider! TAP events Wednesday: TAP Symposium at AIA24 TAP100 | 9am-4pm | 4.75 LUs | $99 There's no denying the growing presence of artificial intelligence in our industry. This event will examine how technology is reshaping the industry and illuminate ways these advancements can enhance your practice. Keynote presentations from leading experts will delve into topics such as the integration of AI in the design process, the impact of digital ...
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Practice content at AIA24

By Emma Tucker posted 25 days ago
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If you are coming to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) this year (June 5-8 in Washington, DC), there is an official PMKC event plus many more great sessions to consider! PMKC events Thursday: Practice, Present & Future: PM Luncheon EV213 | 11:30am-1pm | $95 Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, winner of the AIA Gold Medal, will set the tone at this luncheon exploring practice and career in the 21st century. The founder of Chicago-based Ross Barney architects has won 220+ awards over more than four decades of practice, continuing the Windy City's storied heritage of trailblazing architects. Like Ross Barney, today's ...
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April Climate Action Events!

By Lisa M. Ferretto AIA posted 27 days ago
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Climate Action + Equity Events! A listing of events, webinars, deadlines, etc. that may be of interest to those working for Climate Action and Equity! To return to full monthly list, click here . AIAU An Introduction to the AIA Framework for Design Excellence (Free till end of 2024!) Propel your practice’s success with the AIA Framework for Design Excellence—the defining 10 principles of design excellence in the 21st century. In this introductory course, you will learn the origin, evolution, and significance of each of the framework’s principles and examine how they advance progress toward a zero-carbon, ...
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Climate Action Events!

By Lisa M. Ferretto AIA posted 27 days ago
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Climate Action + Equity Events! A listing of events, webinars, deadlines, etc. that may be of interest to those working for Climate Action and Equity! 2024 > April > March > February > January
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Join Regional and Urban Design Committee at AIA24!

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-13-2024
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We will host a reception on Thursday, June 6 from 6-8pm at the Marriott Marquis Salon. You'll share conversations with design leaders about what works (and doesn't work) in our communities and discuss opportunities to effect change in our world. Plus, you'll enjoy light fare and beverages as Regional and Urban Design Knowledge Community leadership shares highlights of recent activity and a preview of the exciting things to come. We will also host a forum on Friday, June 7 from 10- 11:30am at the Convention Center. Architects shape our rapidly changing world through planning and design—impacting housing, public buildings, public spaces, and infrastructure ...
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AIA Regional and Urban Design Committee Newsletter March 2024

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-13-2024
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Last month, AIA held the 2024 Leadership Summit. It is a great opportunity to connect with leadership from AIA, its chapters, and its knowledge communities. The event formerly known as Grassroots is also an opportunity to climb Capitol Hill and meet with Senators and Representatives. One of the topics of conversation was HR 7024 (known as the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers) which includes modifications to the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) by increasing the base allocation and lowering the tax-exempt bond financing requirement. These changes help build more affordable housing, providing opportunities to increase density and housing ...
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