Study Hub: Project Development & Documentation (PDD)
2024-08-05 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Virtual
Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.
Project Development & Documentation (PDD)Â focuses on the integration and documentation of building systems, material selection, and material assemblies into a project. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in integration of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems into overall project design and documentation.
Speaker: Diane Zoura, AIA

Path to Fellowship (Now On-Video)
2024-08-06 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
**Scroll down to access video of this past AIA California webinar.**
Throughout this webinar, the AIA California College of Fellow Regional Representatives will go into a detailed explanation about the process of applying for Fellowship and what steps are needed as members develop their portfolio. Once they are finished reviewing the steps necessary to apply for Fellowship, they will host a live Q&A and panel discussion for the audience to ask their candid questions about Fellowship.

Robert L. Ooley, FAIASouthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio
Michael Enomoto, FAIASouthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio
Joyce Polhamus, FAIANorthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio
Aaron Hyland, FAIANorthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio

2022 CA Energy Code Breaker: Outdoor Lighting
2024-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
California”™s 2022 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or the Energy Code) requirements for outdoor lighting wattage allowances and controls depends not only on building type, but also scope of work (such as New Construction versus Alterations). In this one-hour presentation, we will review outdoor lighting requirements for single-family, multifamily, nonresidential, hotel and motel building types of all applicable scopes of work and what compliance documentation is required for each project type.
Speaker: Gina Griffiths Rodda, CEA, LEED AP | Principal/Owner | Gabel Energy
Gina Griffiths Rodda, CEA, LEED AP

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING PREP CALL
2024-08-08 16:30 - 17:30 UTC | Virtual
Want to prepare for the May 31st AIA CA Board meeting?Â Join your colleagues, Winston Thorne, AIA and Carina Mills, AIA for an open discussion of issues to be addressed during the Board of Directors meeting. They will share their strategy for preparing for the meeting and answer questions you may have about the agenda items. Please see the Board of Directors Basecamp site for this meeting’s zoom link, where registration is not required.

California State of the Market
2024-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
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, halting three years of decline. As California continues its path to economic recovery, this session takes a closer look at trends in construction and development, real estate supply and demand signals, emerging trends, and demographic shifts amidst volatility. We will also discuss what the future holds for different market sectors across the state.
Speaker: Supina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration, DPR Construction
Supina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration, DPR Construction

BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUGUST MEETING
2024-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual
This is a virtual meeting.Â To register for this meeting, please see the BOD Basecamp posting.

Study Hub: Project Development & Documentation (PDD)
2024-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Virtual
Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.
Project Development & Documentation (PDD)Â focuses on the integration and documentation of building systems, material selection, and material assemblies into a project. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in integration of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems into overall project design and documentation.
Speaker: Elif Bayram

Existing Buildings: Getting to Success with the Building Code Including the new CEBC Work Area Method
2024-08-21 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Reuse and retrofit of existing buildings is a key climate action strategy.Â When these projects create new housing from underused or empty commercial buildings, it”™s a win-win:

Major embodied carbon benefits for greenhouse gas emission reductions
Urban revitalization and economic development
Housing in locations where it”™s critically needed

There are five different compliance paths that California architects have available for work on existing buildings.Â This program will provide a high-level overview of all code options, insights, and information to make an informed code choice.Â It will also provide a deep dive into the Work Area Methodology, new to California as of July 1, 2024.Â Join architect Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA for this fast-paced exploration of code choices and nuanced differences and learn about factors that can lead you to a code ”˜best fit”™ for your next existing building adventure.
Note: This program targets design professionals with a basic familiarity of building code principles, terminology and the application of codes to building design.
Speaker: Michael F. Malinowski, FAIAÂ – President, Applied Architecture
Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA | President | Applied Architecture

Best Practices for Utilizing Good Acoustics, Daylighting and Sustainability in Modern School Design
2024-08-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
During this one-hour lunch and learn, we will discuss the best practices in modern school design, like utilizing good acoustics, daylighting and sustainability related to Roof & Floor Deck Ceiling Systems that you can use at your firm. The Art and Science of structural deck engineering discussed can enable a designer to create unique, visually open public spaces with responsible materials and unmatched acoustic. Attendees will learn – amongst other things – about the importance of good acoustical design, the benefits of natural daylighting and how acoustical metal deck ceiling systems can contribute, and the sustainability factors in acoustical metal deck ceiling systems specifically in the learning environment.
John Heinly, AIA | Western Regional Manager | Epic Metals
John Heinly, AIA | Western Regional Manager | Epic Metals

Roadmap to Absolute Zero Carbon
2024-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies for 1 LU|HSW (pending approval)Â andÂ 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only)
As the urgency to address climate change and halt greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) continues to grow, designers have a responsibility to make smart design decisions to minimize their buildings”™ GHG emissions. Even net zero energy, looking at operational energy over time, is no longer enough. We need to be absolute zero carbon, this means zero carbon in all aspects: operational, embodied, refrigerants, construction, infrastructure, and landscape. We need to design buildings that are zero carbon every day, from conception to operations.
This session will discuss the roadmap to achieving Absolute Carbon including radically passive, all-electric design, adaptive reuse that is as good as new construction, 24/7 renewable energy, carbon sequestering materials, rehabilitating developed landscapes and serious attention to transportation.
Moderator:
David Moore, LEED AP BD+C, Environmental Designer, Atelier Ten

Speaker:
Kristen DiStefano, LEED AP BD+C – Director, Atelier Ten, San Francisco

Planning & Finance Committee September Meeting
2024-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Virtual

Study Hub: California Supplemental Examination (CSE)
2024-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Virtual
Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.
Speaker: Bryn Young (BYoung Design) / AIA San Diego

Net Zero Conference
2024-09-17 09:00 - 2024-09-18 21:30 UTC
AIA CA is a proud partner of the 2024 Net Zero Conference! Hosted by Verdical Group, this event will bring together experts in climate, net zero, ESG, equity, carbon, and resilience on 9/17 + 9/18 at theÂ Anaheim Convention Center. Join us in experiencing insightful educational sessions, notable keynotes, and networking in the Expo Hall.
Use code NZMP15 for 15% off!
#NetzeroFuture

2024 Healthcare Facilities Forum
2024-09-18 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Steelcase WorkLife Center Showroom, 1150 S. Olive Street, Los Angeles, 90015, United States
Each year the Healthcare Facilities Forum brings you a glimpse into the future of healthcare facilities.Â What trends, technologies and numerous other factors will impact the design and delivery of hospitals and outpatient facilities?
This year we are seeing technology and data impact healthcare design in greater ways than ever before. Don’t miss out on this event that will give you a future view of the profession and be able to think and assist your clients from a strategic lens.
Join in person in Los Angeles, livestreamed in San Francisco or, if travel funds or time are tight, join us through our virtual pass to watch from your desk or home office.
Join us to hear from healthcare system leaders and other experts as we explore these topics”¦and more, on September 18, 2024!

Resilience and The Evolving Standard of Care Series: Integrating Resilient Design Into Your Architectural Projects
2024-09-18 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies forÂ 1.5 LU/HSWÂ and 1.5 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education (Live webinar attendees only).
Don’t miss your chance to attend, space is now limited for this webinar! Registration closes at 8am, Wednesday, September 18!Â
Architects should be aware of changes in the industry standard of care, the role of codes and standards, and how courts view an architect”™s responsibility in the context of worsening weather conditions.
The AIA + HKS Tool Kit for Integrating Resilient Design into Architectural Projects provides basic components for integrating resilience with sustainability and net zero carbon design within a standard of care for architectural projects. A unique standard of care shapes the delivery of sustainable design and net zero carbon design in architectural projects from concept to completion, and can also impact risk management and project delivery. Join our panel as they shed let on the standard of care process and how to integrate resilience and sustainability in your projects.
Moderator:
Tian Feng FAIA, FCSI | District Architect, San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District

Speakers:
Yvonne Castillo, Esq. | Sr. Vice President, Director of Risk Management & Global ESG Chair
Amanda Barton, AIA RID NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP | Project Designer + Associate, HKS
Josephine Hsu, AIA LSSYB | Architecture Job Captain Forum
Sammy Shams, AIA NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, LFA | Resilience, Sustainability & Building Performance, HKS
Ana Moura-Cook, PE | Project Manager for Climate Resilience, Arup Alum
Andreanna Tzortzis, PE | Associate, Arup

Additional Resources
Full Presentation_Resilience and The Evolving Standard of Care Series Part 1
Resilience Resource Links

An EDI Guide for Architects
2024-09-25 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Calling all architects who want to foster change within their firms!
JustÂ® 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 overview of “The Social Justice Label”, join the conversation on how to adopt JustÂ® at your firm, and learn how it can help better define EDI initiatives in your office.
Speakers:
Jessica Jobe Sea, AIA | Associate | Noll & Tam
Wendy Rogers, FAIA | CEO, Chief Talent Officer | LPA Design Studios
Anne Torney, AIA | Partner | Mithun
Moderator:
Griso Barrios | Senior Manager | Just

BOARD INFORMATIONAL SEPTEMBER MEETING
2024-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Virtual

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER MEETING
2024-09-30 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual
This is a virtual meeting and the link for this meeting will be posted on the Executive Committee Basecamp site.

Emerging Trends in Architecture: Harnessing AI for Embodied Carbon Reductions
2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies forÂ 1 LU/HSW andÂ 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only)
This lecture delves into the architectural industry”™s environmental footprint, spotlighting the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a pivotal tool for designing sustainable buildings. Patrick Chopson, an expert in AI-driven sustainable design, will guide participants through the transformative potential of AI in optimizing architectural workflows. This includes automating complex carbon reporting tasks and improving client communications regarding environmental impacts.
Through real-world case studies, participants will critically evaluate how AI applications can significantly enhance sustainability and operational efficiency within architectural practices. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to drive impactful climate action in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
Moderator:
Ismar Enriquez, AIA, LFA, LEED AP | Design Lead & Project Manager, Practice

Speakers:
Patrick Chopson, AIA | Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, cove.tool

Study Hub: California Supplemental Examination (CSE)
2024-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Virtual
Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.
Speaker: TBA

Path to Zero Carbon
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies forÂ 1.5 LU/HSWÂ andÂ 1.5 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education (live webinar attendees only).
The Path To Zero Carbon Series explores research and solutions for one of the most significant challenges of the 21st century. Addressing the climate crisis requires the building industry to reach carbon neutral design and construction across all projects. Our industry is responsible for nearly half of global warming, so our actions to reduce these emissions have a massive impact.
Global warming is caused primarily by CO2e, but what do we need to know to have useful conversations on CO2e instead of just talking energy efficiency? What resources, policies, and frameworks are out there on embodied carbon operational carbon? This webinar will address these questions and more to understand the path forward to zero carbon.
Moderator: Laura Dulski, AIA | Principal, DLR Group
Speaker: Kjell Anderson, FAIA, CSBA, LEED Fellow, FitWel | Principal, Director of Sustainable Design, LMN Architects
Laura Dulski, AIA | Principal, DLR Group
Kjell Anderson, FAIA, CSBA, LEED Fellow, FitWel | Principal, Director of Sustainable Design, LMN Architects

Circular Construction
2024-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies forÂ 1 LU/HSW. (Live webinar attendees only)
Don”™t miss your chance to attend! Registration closes at 10am, Wednesday, October 16. You should receive your Zoom confirmation link no later than 10:30am the day of.Â
Join a panel of experts from the Circular Construction Lab at Cornell University, Construction Junction and Lake|Flato who will share research being conducted within the architecture, engineering and construction industry, and how some pilot projects currently underway may impact further reduction in building operation and embodied carbon through improved process management.
Speakers:
Dan Bergsagel | Sustainability Lead, schlaich bergermann partner NY, member of CCL at Cornell University.
Mike Gable | Founding Executive Director, Construction Junction (CJ)
Felix Heisel | Assistant Professor and Director of the Circular Construction Lab (CCL), Cornell University, College of Architecture, Art, and Planning
Dan Stine, AIA | Director of Design Technology, Lake|Flato

Moderator:
Fred Marks, FAIA | Visiting Scholar, Salk Institute for Biological Studies

Planning & Finance Committee Meeting
2024-10-21 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual

Study Hub: California Supplemental Examination (CSE)
2024-10-21 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Virtual
Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.
Speaker: Ismar Enriquez, AIA, LFA, LEED AP

Circular and Architectural Design - Harvesting End Of Life Opportunities
2024-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This session qualifies forÂ 1 LU/HSW (live webinar attendees only).
Don”t miss your chance to attend! Registration closes at 10am, Wednesday, October 23. You should receive your Zoom confirmation link no later than 10:30am the day of.
This course explores the intersection of circular economy principles and architecture, focusing on practical strategies for sustainable design and material reuse. Participants will learn how to integrate circularity into architectural projects, emphasizing the creation of nature-inclusive buildings with minimal ecological footprints. The course will cover innovative building technologies, region and process development, and educational aspects, drawing from the extensive experience of Superuse Studios, an international architecture collective specializing in circular and sustainable design.

Speaker:
Loriane Icibaci | Director, Superuse North America
Loriane Icibaci | Director, Superuse North America

Moderator:
Ismar Enriquez, AIA, LFA, LEED AP | Design Lead & Project Manager, Practice
Ismar Enriquez, AIA, LFA, LEED AP | Design Lead & Project Manager, Practice

Monterey Design Conference
2024-10-25 08:00 - 2024-10-27 15:30 UTC | Asilomar Conference Grounds, 800 Asilomar Ave, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Where the Conversation about Design Happens
Every two years, the Monterey Design Conference brings together a diverse blend of globally recognized speakers to inspire and educate ”“ all in scenic and vibrant location.Â In a retreat setting, MDC is your chance to step out of the everyday and into a creative space, networking with colleagues and re-connecting with the ideas and motivations that drew you to the profession from day one.
Speakers inspire creativity by sharing their stories, showcasing innovative projects, discussing design philosophy, encouraging risk-taking, exploring cross-disciplinary collaboration, addressing societal challenges. Their insights and experiences can ignite new ideas and perspectives, motivating you to approach your own creative endeavors with passion and purpose.
Pick-Up A Year”™s Worth of Learning Units;
Attendees typically receive up to 22 AIA CE credits throughout the event

Succession Planning and Leadership Transition: Securing Your Architecture Firm”™s Future
2024-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
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 without you; it”™s about building a valuable asset that can provide significant financial security and wealth, potentially making your firm your most significant retirement asset.
Join us for an essential webinar on the best practices for succession planning and leadership transition. This session, designed specifically for firm owners who may not have considered the long-term financial benefits of planning ahead, will be led by an industry expert, who successfully sold his 17-person firm in 2007. Steve Burns, FAIA will show you how to strategically grow your firm”™s value, preparing it for a successful transition that can offer you the financial freedom to step back when you are ready.
We”™ll cover the critical steps for ownership transition, from strategic and financial planning to cultivating leadership within your team. By empowering the next generation and creating a strong, sustainable firm, you”™ll be setting yourself up for a future where your hard work pays off in more ways than one.
Presenter: Steve Burns, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm
Steve Burns, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm

Ethics and Diversity Considerations of Design Technology in Architecture
2024-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
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 more inclusive architectural future, and address issues like the future of practice, algorithmic bias, equitable data privacy, and overall business implications.
Speakers:
Argelia Barcena, Assoc. AIA | Regional Design Technology Manager | Gensler
Cesar Escalante, AIA | Senior Technical Marketing Manager | Autodesk
Moderator:
Daniel Perez, AIA | Principal | Studio Perez Earn 1 LU for attending live.

Please Note: Registration for this webinar will close at 10:00 am on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE NOVEMBER MEETING
2024-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | AIA California Office, 1931 H Street, Sacramento, CA, 95811, United States
This is an in-person meeting taking place at the AIA CA Sacramento office.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOVEMBER MEETING
2024-11-08 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Virtual
This is a virtual meeting.Â To register for this meeting, please see the BOD Basecamp posting.Â Elections for the 2025 officers will be held during this meeting.
