2012 AIA Los Angeles Committee List

Last Updated: Jan 10, 2012

2012 COMMITTEE LIST

AIA Los Angeles Committee Chairs serve a 2-year term as Chair, while the board has the ability to extend terms in exceptional cases.
Implementing term limits is intended to encourage a clear framework of succession in committee leadership with designation of vice chair, chair & past chair.

2012 AIA/LA Committee Schedule: (ask each staff to confirm, in case their formulas have changed)

In an effort to comprehensively streamline the Chapter calendar and to ensure that each committee's activities and initiatives are accessible to the membership-at-large, the following dates are assigned to each committee (of course, from time to time there will be exceptions - contact Chapter staff for periodic updates):

International Practice Committee
1st Tuesday of each month - (4pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Emerging Professionals Committee
1st Wednesday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Technology in Architectural Practice Committee
1st Thursday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
2x8 Committee (Academic Outreach)
2nd and 4th Monday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Carlo Caccavale
Political Outreach Committee
2nd Tuesday of each month (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Will Wright
Interiors Committee Event/Program
2nd Tuesday of each month - (6pm) Staff Liaison = Matt Krinsky
Practice Committee
2nd Friday of each month - (8am) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Design Awards Committee
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month - (8am) Staff Liaison = Carlo Caccavale
Urban Design Committee
2nd Wednesday of each month - (7pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Building Performance & Regulations Committee
2nd Thursday of each Month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Interiors Committee Meeting
3rd Tuesday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Matt Krinsky
Architecture for Healthcare
3rd Wednesday of each month - (4:30pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Emerging Urban Designers
3rd Wednesday of each month - (7pm) - Staff Liaison = Will Wright
Building Enclosure Council
3rd Thursday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Board Meeting
4th Tuesday of each month - (5:30pm) - Staff Liaison = Nicci Solomons
Historic Resources Committee
4th Wednesday of each month - (6pm) Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed
Committee on the Environment
4th Thursday of each month - (6pm) - Staff Liaison = Junnaid Javed

These Committees do not have regularly scheduled meetings, but ask Chapter staff for when and where each plans to meet:

Facilities Committee
Investment Committee
Past-Presidents Committee
Strategic Planning Committee
Design Committee
Master of Architecture Committee
Mobius LA Committee

ACADEMIC OUTREACH/ 2x8 COMMITTEE

The AIA/Los Angeles’ Academic Outreach Committee (AOC) is engaged in a continuous effort to develop connections between local schools and the architecture profession, with the hope of establishing a strong foundation for ongoing collaboration. The AOC also seeks to create ties with supporting industries that provide the tools and materials with which both students and practicing architects can realize their ambitions. The AOC, with the generous assistance of other architects, Chapter Board Members, and professionals working in related fields, has worked closely with all participating academic institutions to bring the past three 2x8 to life. Highlighted by an annual exhibition, the 2x8 Program showcases students and projects from local schools that exemplify the unequaled diversity of architecture and design programs available in the Los Angeles area. A crucial part of the 2x8 mission is a scholarship program that is subsidized through the AIA/LA with more than thirty architecture and allied firms generously donating to this fund.

Chair: Carissa Shrock, AIA
Moore Ruble Yudell Architects & Planners
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Vice Chair: Ryan Gobuty, AIA
Gensler
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Past Chair: Clay Holden, AIA
Moore Ruble Yudell Architects & Planners
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BUILDING ENCLOSURE COUNCIL

The Building Enclosure Council (BEC) initiative was established by an agreement between the American Institute of Architects and the Building Enclosure Technology and Environment Council (BETEC) of the National Institute of Building Sciences on May 18, 2004. The purpose of the Councils is to promote and encourage discussion, training, education, technology transfer, the exchange of information about local issues and cases, relevant weather conditions, and all matters concerning building enclosures and the related science.

Chair: Judson Taylor, AIA (2013)
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
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Vice Chair: Glenn Hickman, AIA (2013)

BUILDING PERFORMANCE & REGULATIONS

Reviews issues affecting building performance and current building codes, regulations and ordinances, as well as accesses the pending or newly enacted revisions and their impact on the technical aspects of building design and performance.

Chair: Ross Glazier, AIA (2013)
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Vice Chair: Mark Savel AIA NCARB (2013)
Savel Architecture Planning Forensics
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CIVICS COMMITTEE

To inspire and support more architects to become civic leaders in their neighborhood & city and provide guidance, especially to emerging professionals, on how to become more effectively engaged in their communities. This committee will not deal with advocacy issues, but will focus on providing leadership resources to those currently serving and suggest pathways to follow to those with the interest in serving.

Chair: Bill Roschen, FAIA
Roschen Van Cleve Architects
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COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT (COTE)

Examines the worldwide environment and resource-availability of the natural built environments; addresses global issues; defines sustainable architecture and settlement planning.

Co – Chair: Deborah Richmond, AIA (2014)
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Co-Chair: Ilaria Mazzoleni (2014)
Studio mi-la
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DESIGN AWARDS

Coordinates and promotes the annual Design Awards program and NEXT LA Awards, including the reception and exhibit.

Chair: Doug Teiger, AIA
Abrahamson Teiger Architects
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Vice - Chair: Tim Felchlin, AIA
Morris Architects
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DESIGN COMMITTEE / ARCH IS

Arch Is_ is a juried competition to select 2 talented young architects or architectural designers (or firms/collaborations) to receive a “Young Architectural Talent” award, give a lecture, and be featured in an online publication. Open to any architectural design collaborations, architectural design partnerships, architects or architectural designers who have been out of school for a min. of 5 years and a max. of 12 years and have graduated from an accredited architecture school. E.g. B.A., B.S., B. Arch, or M. Arch. (Proof of such credentials will be requested only of the winners as final verification).

Co – Chair: John Friedman, FAIA
John Friedman Alice Kimm Architects
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Co – Chair: Li Wen, AIA
Gensler
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Co – Chair: Warren Techentin, AIA
Warren Techentin Architecture, Inc. WTARCH
Email: warren@wtarch.com

DESIGN CONFERENCE (MOBIUS LA)

Review and development of MOBIUS LA content, creation and implementation in concert with Staff.

Chair: Debra Gerod, AIA
Gruen Associates
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Vice Chair: David Montalba, AIA
Montalba Architects
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FELLOWS NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Fellowship is the highest honor that can be accorded AIA Architect members. Candidates must have ten years membership and demonstrate excellence and influence in one of five particular categories. Each year, the Committee identifies, invites, and nominates qualified members for elevation to Fellowship. The committee also assists nominees in finding mentors and preparing submittal portfolios. More information may be obtained from the co-chairs. Specific rules, deadlines and frequently asked questions are available online at www.aia.org/awp_fellowship.

Co-Chair: John V. Mutlow, FAIA
John V. Mutlow Architects
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Co-Chair: Marvin Taff, FAIA
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Co-Chair: Andrea Cohen Gehring, FAIA
DLR Group WWCOT
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HEALTHCARE COMMITTEE

Facilitates networking in the architectural community to share information relating to health facility planning/design/construction, changes in regulatory trends, technology, delivery of care, resources and opportunities.

Co-Chair: Carlos L. Amato, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP
(2013)
Cannon Design
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Co-Chair: Richard Ramer, AIA, LEED AP
(2013)
RAMER Architecture
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Co-Chair: Hal Sibley, AIA, LEED AP
(2013)
HMC Architects
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Co-Chair: Eyal Perchik, AIA
(2013)
CO Architects
contact: EPerchik@COArchitects.com

HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMITTEE

HRC is engaged in promoting the role of the historic architect within the profession through the development of information and knowledge among members, allied professional organizations, and the public.

Co-Chair: Richard J. Levy, AIA, APA (2013)
Architectural Photography & Design
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Co-Chair: James McLane, AIA (2013)
Architectural Resources Group
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INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

The committee’s mission is to increase awareness of significant interior architecture within the greater Los Angeles area among the architecture and design community, as well as the supporting manufacturer, vendor and construction community. To provide support to and encourage professional involvement with architecture and design students and their educational institutions. To reach out to the community, to become involved with significant causes and enhance the reputation of the committee within the general public.

Interiors at AIA/LA brings together architects, vendors and design personnel for a monthly reception and tour of exceptional showrooms and office spaces. To join the Committee mailing list, please go to www.aialosangeles.org and follow the directions under Join the AIA/LA mailing list.

Co - Chair: Tim Gajewski, Affiliate AIA/LA
Wolcott Architecture | Interiors
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Co - Chair: Darcy Royalty, AIA
DLR group WWCOT
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Co – Chair: Tom Stevens, Affiliate AIA/LA
Teknion LLC
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INTERNATIONAL PRACTICE COMMITTEE

The Mission of the International Practice Committee is to promote the unique talents of Los Angeles Architects in the Global community, to act as a bridge between the global community and Los Angeles architects and to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and expertise concerning the international practice of architecture among members of AIA Los Angeles.

Chair: Mike Gehring, FAIA (2013)
Kaplan Gehring McCarroll Architectural Lighting
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Vice Chair: Pamela T. Ku, AIA (2013)
5 + design
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MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE COMMITTEE

Masters of Architecture is a lecture series organized by the American Institute of Architects/Los Angeles Chapter featuring local, national and international architects at the forefront of their field. The series is presented by the Masters of Architecture Committee and co-sponsored by LACMA, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Chair: TBD

POLITICAL OUTREACH COMMITTEE

The AIA/LA Political Outreach Committee meets monthly to develop the legislative agenda for the Los Angeles Chapter and schedules meetings directly with LA City Council members & the Mayors Office during the annual Grassroots Legislative Day. The Committee serves to provide a resource to the City on a wide range of issues. This committee is open to all AIA members in good standing.

Chair: Roger Sherman, AIA
Roger Sherman Architecture + Urban Design
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Vice Chair: James Favaro, AIA
MDA Johnson Favaro
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PRACTICE COMMITTEE

The AIA Los Angeles Practice Committee has been organized by representatives from architecture/engineering firms with an established presence in the Los Angeles area and a focus on large-scale public and institutional building projects. The purpose of this committee is to interface with various agencies and significant client entities to facilitate exchange of information/ideas with respect to technical, design and business issues affecting our industry. The committee anticipates focusing on business issues relating to A/E contracting practices, technology related to the delivery of A/E services, and conditions affecting project delivery & design excellence within our industry.

Past Chair: Eric Goldberg, AIA
HOK, Inc.
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Co Chair: Mitra Memari, AIA
Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects, LLP
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Vice Chair: Mehrdad Farivar Esq., FAIA
Morris Polich & Purdy LLP
Email: MFarivar@mpplaw.com

TECHNOLOGY IN ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE

Promotes the uses of digital media and methods in the practice of architecture. Activities include education and training on software applications such as CAD, image processing, and analytical tools.

Chair: Glenn Hickman, AIA (2012)

Vice Chair: Frank Mihelcic, AIA (2013)
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URBAN DESIGN

Serves as an advocacy group supporting legislative initiatives and public and private investments that improve urban design in Los Angeles. The committee has monthly information meetings and initiates workshops and programs to address a variety of current urban design issues.

Co Chair: Thomas Jones AIA MBA LEED AP (2013)
Email: Thomas.j-k@sbcglobal.net

Co Chair Gerhard W. Mayer AIA LEED-AP (2014)
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