If you work with pool or spa equipment in California, you need to stay up to date on energy efficiency requirements. Learn about the new requirements in the 2025 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6). Get current on Federal and California Appliance Regulations such as heaters, pumps, motors, and controls, and see how […]
This webinar is part of Architectural Record’s ongoing series designed for students and emerging professionals, offering insights and inspiration to the next generation of architects. Since 2000, RECORD has annually honored 10 leading young firms with the Design Vanguard award. Join deputy editor Joann Gonchar for a conversation with three of this year’s winners: Ben Pennell […]
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 VP of Research will share an economic outlook for the profession and discuss the emerging developments shaping the future in California. This session will focus […]
The architecture profession is navigating a complex and ever-shifting landscape, where immigration policies, staff retention, and hiring challenges have become pressing concerns. We invite architects and design professionals to come together for this guided conversation focused on the impact of the current political climate on our workforce. We’ll highlight critical topics, including the latest federal […]
Energy Code, Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD), and LEED certification. It also teaches attendees how to identify various compliance pathways and how to verify that design documents align with Certificates of Compliance. Finally, it shows how to employ the Performance Approach to measure a proposed project’s goals around energy usage and operational carbon. Speaker Gina […]
Are you tired of watching your fees shrink as your expertise grows? Does it feel like the better you get at architecture, the less money you make per project? You're not alone—and you're not stuck. This webinar challenges the conventional wisdom of hourly and percentage-based fees that most AE firms have been trained to follow. […]
The future of architecture needs the voices of those who have built its foundation. As our profession navigates rapid shifts in technology, climate, and culture, the insight and leadership of experienced architects are more vital than ever. This is your invitation to step forward—to share your perspective, challenge assumptions, and help chart the path ahead. […]
This session explores the evolving standards and cultural context of gender-inclusive and universal restroom design. Led by California State Architect Ida Clair, FAIA, and design leader, Julia Weatherspoon, AIA of Gensler, the session will combine code-based guidance with real-world case studies to illustrate how inclusive design principles are being applied across diverse building types. Participants […]
Join AIA California for a lunchtime presentation of world-changing ideas with the 2025 AIA Architecture Firm Award winner: LPA Design Studios. Hosted online and moderated by AIA CA President Carina Mills, the panel will explore how LPA’s integrated teams are cutting carbon and advancing equity on every project, at every scale and budget. Through the […]
This session explores how the National Latinx Architects Coalition (NLAC) is driving leadership, advocacy, and representation within the architectural profession through collaboration between AIA Knowledge Communities and allied organizations. Building on AIA California’s core priorities—leadership, equity, advocacy, and chapter strengthening—the session features a balanced panel of AIA community leaders and external partners who will share […]
Being a brilliant architect rarely translates into having a successful business. With all the years of education and training to make us experts in our profession, the skills needed to have a successful business were conveniently overlooked. This webinar will fill the void and provide you with the business management highlights that every firm needs […]
In this course, we will review the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) Mandatory and Prescriptive requirements for nonresidential envelope, mechanical, covered process, photovoltaic, and battery storage systems, in addition to the new electric-ready and performance compliance metrics introduced in the 2025 Energy Code. Earn 1 LU/HSW for […]
