This course addresses the urgent need for widespread adoption of sustainable architectural practices by covering essential topics such as building energy modeling and passive design strategies. It aims to impart a deep understanding of how to integrate sustainability into every aspect of the design process to lower energy use intensity (EUI), reduce carbon footprints, and […]
For AE firms, profit is a multifaceted concept that extends beyond a simple year-end bank account balance. It's about diving deep into the metrics and tools that unlock both project and firm profitability. Douglas Tieger, FAIA, who started his own firm over 30 years ago as a solo practitioner, grew it to 32-employees as managing […]
AIA members interested in economic trends and influences on the profession and the industry over the next 18 months ”“ Join us for this economic forecast! Michele Russo, the AIA”™s Managing Director of Research and Practice will share an economic outlook for the profession and discuss the emerging developments shaping the future in California. This […]
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, […]
Calling all architects who want to foster change within their firms! Just® is a program that focuses on employee experience, health, well-being, and meaningful community connections. It uplifts the understanding that it is people who make up businesses and communities and that people are the core of creating a Living Future. Tune in for an […]
For many architecture firms, the business is not just a career, but a lifestyle. However, when the time comes to retire or slow down, the most important investment you can rely on might not be your 401(k), IRA, or real estate portfolio””but your firm. Succession planning is not just about ensuring your practice can continue […]
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in architecture holds the potential to revolutionize design processes, optimize building performance, and personalize user experiences. However, alongside these advancements come significant ethical considerations that demand our attention. This presentation will explore the ethical landscape of AI in architecture, focusing on how we can intervene to contribute to a […]
A firm's culture can make or break any attempt to change, grow, and evolve. This can be especially true as firms strive for integrated, sustainable, and high-performing design outcomes that span their entire portfolios, not simply a few high-flying projects. This session will take you through some of the common challenges inherent in breaking out […]
AIA California and Microsoft invite you to discover how AI can revolutionize your daily workflow -- This informative session will introduce architects to M365 Copilot, showcasing how this powerful tool can enhance productivity, creativity, and collaboration. Attendees will learn how to integrate M365 Copilot into their daily tasks, from drafting reports and managing schedules to […]
Join us to learn the key standards and practices that when followed, result in a compliant and SAFER automated vehicular gate system. This course will train architects, engineers, designers, specifiers & owners on the UL 3.25 and ASTM F2200 safety standards related to design, construction and installation methods of automated vehicular access points. FREE registration […]
Scroll down to see the video. Culled from experiences working with more than 3,000 AE firms over 25 years, this session will examine the seven common denominators of every successful firm. Success comes in many flavors. For some, it's money; for others, it is peer recognition, awards, or fame; for most of us, it's having […]
Want to prepare your multifamily projects for the 2025 Energy Code but not sure where to begin? Join us for this one-hour webinar to get a high-level overview the 2025 Energy Code Mandatory and Prescriptive requirements for multifamily envelope, mechanical, photovoltaic, and battery storage systems, in addition to the new electric-ready and performance compliance metrics […]
