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SUMMARY:Practical Research: Applying Findings on the Role of Visibility in Healthcare Design
DESCRIPTION:The continuous improvement of the built environment through ongoing research and its application is an essential component of good healthcare facility design. While many accept this as truth\, there is little understanding as to how academic research is conducted or\, perhaps even more importantly\, how to appropriately apply the findings once it’s concluded. \nIn this research focused presentation\, we will introduce the theory and technique of space syntax and observation to explore and measure visibility – and the pivotal role that visibility (visual connectivity) has on essential staff communications and better patient outcomes. From there\, we will continue the discussion to provide examples of how designers and planners can put generic concepts and in-depth research findings into practice to enhance healthcare delivery\, staff efficiency\, and user satisfaction. \n  \nSPEAKER \n \nArsalan Gharaveis\, AIA\, Ph.D.\, NCARB\, IIA\, EDAC\, LEED GA – Senior Medical Planner\, Taylor Design \nArsalan is an architect\, healthcare planner/designer\, educator\, and researcher with over 18 years developing healthcare design solutions that are rooted in evidence-based design. As a senior medical planner\, he enjoys working with clients to create and implement plans that respond to healthcare facilities’ operational needs\, resulting in better patient outcomes. His academic research has been presented at numerous conferences around the globe and published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. \n  \nSPEAKER \n \nJamison Delfino\, NCIDQ\, CHID – Principal & Project Director\, Taylor Design \nAs Principal and Project Director\, Jamison has over 14 years of experience as a design professional focused on the health and science sectors.  Creatively approaching each project with an enhanced sensitivity for patients\, staff\, and caregivers\, she is highly adept at leading diverse project teams while ensuring the design exceeds the client’s expectations.  \n  \nAIA CES: Approved for 1.5 LU|HSW \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n1. Learn how visualization and communication in healthcare facilities can be explored in academic research. \n2. Learn how visual and communication analysis can enhance the effectiveness of facility design in a design firm. \n3. Learn how to apply an evidence-based design process in real life projects \n4. Learn how space syntax and observation can be used to analyze opportunities for staff to visualize patients and other staff. \n  \nPARKING \nFree parking lot + street parking is available. \n  \n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.*
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/practical-research-applying-findings-on-the-role-of-visibility-in-healthcare-design/
LOCATION:Miller Knoll Showroom\, 3641 Holdrege Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Healthcare,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Playable Architecture: Bring Your Model to Life
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores how Unreal Engine is reshaping architectural workflows. “Playable Architecture” demonstrates a real-time\, interactive approach that builds on familiar tools like Revit\, Rhino\, and Blender to create immersive environments clients can explore and understand intuitively. Through practical workflows and case studies\, it shows how activating BIM data in Unreal Engine enhances collaboration\, enables real-time feedback\, and unlocks new levels of engagement in the design process. \n  \nSPEAKER \n \nShervin Peyghambari – Digital Experience Designer\, CO Architects \nShervin Peyghambari is a Digital Experience Designer at CO Architects with over 13 years in the architecture industry\, including nearly a decade focused on technology-driven solutions. His work centers on enhancing client engagement through immersive\, real-time experiences while bridging design\, technical\, and project teams. He develops and implements workflows that make complex technologies more accessible\, streamlining collaboration and improving communication across every stage of the design process. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: Approved for 1.5 LU \n1.Extract and visualize embedded metadata from Revit models\n2.Explore BIM workflows that connect with real-time game engines\n3.Strengthen collaboration between design\, visualization\, and technology teams\n4.Use interactive models to support client engagement and design decision-making \n  \nPARKING  \nStreet Parking is available. \n  \n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.*
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/playable-architecture-bring-your-model-to-life/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,Presentation,Professional Practice Committee
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SUMMARY:Wildfire Prepared Home Program: Improving Property Survivability and Insurability
DESCRIPTION:AIA in California Presents….\nWildfire Prepared Home Program: Improving Property Survivability and Insurability\nThe AIA in CALIFORNIA is responding to the recent Southern California fires with a unified plan for response\, recovery\, and rebuilding for communities that were devastated by the disaster. This series of sessions will help the architectural profession understand the rapidly changing landscape\, the local issues facing communities\, and strategies for resilient design and disaster response; the AIA in California is connecting policy makers\, government officials\, and practitioners\, uniting architects in building a more just\, equitable\, and resilient future. \nIBHS is a non-profit research organization that has spent years researching material and component vulnerabilities\, wind-driven ember ignitions\, and wind-driven building-to-building fire spread. Insights from these experiments have informed the Wildfire Prepared Home Program – a designation certification program that outlines a system of actions homeowners can take at the parcel level to address a property’s roof\, building features\, and defensible space to meaningfully reduce its risk of wildfire ignition. \nThis session will walk attendees through the science conducted at IBHS’ Research Center in South Carolina\, along with post-disaster field investigations\, that have collectively identified the most vulnerable areas around the home that must be addressed. IBHS will discuss the two Wildfire Prepared Home designation level requirements and how each addresses ignitions from embers\, radiant heat\, and direct flame contact. IBHS is actively engaged in improving community-scale wildfire resilience through its recently launched Wildfire Prepared Neighborhood standard. This neighborhood-level operational framework includes the science-backed requirements of its Home-level program and incorporates additional requirements to address structure density\, the presence of connective fuels\, and building materials – the three pillars of wildfire conflagration. \n(*Virtual on Zoom.  Register below to receive the access link) \nFEATURED SPEAKERS:  (12:00pm – 1:30pm) \n\nDr. Anne Cope – Chief Engineer\, IBHS\nRoy Wright – President and CEO\, IBHS\n\nModerated by: \n\nWilliam (Bill) Melby\, FAIA – former principal\, Ordiz Melby Architects & past Chair\, AIA California Disaster Assistance Network\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\nCLICK HERE for more info from AIA California. \nFEATURED SPEAKERS:\n \nDr. Anne Cope – Chief Engineer\, IBHS \nDr. Anne Cope joined IBHS in 2009 just a few months before the groundbreaking for the construction of the IBHS Research Center in Richburg\, South Carolina. As the Chief Engineer\, she leads the development of research programs to improve the performance of structures in hurricanes\, wildfires\, severe thunderstorms\, and hailstorms\, as well as the team of engineers\, scientists\, and skilled craftsmen who conduct research on full-scale homes and commercial buildings. She is responsible for the team’s implementation of research findings into building codes and standards. \nPrior to joining IBHS\, Dr. Cope was a project manager and structural engineer with Reynolds\, Smith & Hills\, Inc.\, designing projects for NASA\, the Department of Defense\, and commercial launch operations. Dr. Cope’s research encompasses topics ranging from the full-scale simulation of wind effects on buildings to detailed studies of the vulnerabilities of buildings to natural hazards and the development of damage prediction models. She is also a proud veteran of the United States Army. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering from Clemson University and her doctorate from the University of Florida. She is a registered professional engineer in Florida and South Carolina. \n \nRoy Wright – President and CEO\, IBHS \nConvinced the continuing cycle of human suffering that strikes families and communities following severe weather can be broken\, Roy Wright leads a team of scientists and risk communicators who deliver strategies for safer and stronger homes and businesses. \nFor two decades\, Roy has served in roles that put him on the ground in the immediate aftermath of weather-driven and climate-related disasters\, walking through damaged homes with survivors and leading the charge for survivable homes and businesses\, stronger construction\, more effective resilience efforts\, and better building codes. \nA property insurance and disaster resiliency expert and a former Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) official\, Roy joined the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) in 2018. \nIBHS delivers top-tier science and translates it into action to prevent avoidable suffering\, strengthen our homes and businesses\, inform the insurance industry\, and support thriving communities. Roy’s team uses a unique\, state-of-the-art research facility to conduct realistic re-creations of severe weather hazards on full-scale structures. \nPrior to IBHS\, Roy served at FEMA as the chief executive of the National Flood Insurance Program\, led the agency’s Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration\, and directed resilience programs addressing earthquake\, fire\, flood\, and wind risks. \nA native of California\, Roy earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Azusa Pacific University and a Master of Public Administration from The George Washington University. \nFollow Roy on LinkedIn and Twitter for his insights on disaster safety\, building resilience\, and leadership. \nModerated by:\n \nWilliam (Bill) Melby\, FAIA – former principal\, Ordiz Melby Architects & past Chair\, AIA California Disaster Assistance Network \nWilliam (Bill) Melby\, FAIA has been the principal-in-charge of over 300 diverse educational and institutional projects\, including four comprehensive high schools\, and several other award winning projects. \nFor over four decades Bill has been a tireless advocate for his clients\, the architectural profession\, and the often overlooked Central Valley of California. He has been an active mentor and has worked to educate the entire architectural community through his efforts with the AIA California. He regularly participates in mentoring opportunities with local elementary\, high school\, and college students. a well as coordinating with high school and community college instructors. \nAs a volunteer\, Bill has deployed to disasters like the Northridge Earthquake and Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. He is a past Chair of the AIA California Disaster Assistance Network\, AIA CA representative to the national AIA State Disaster Coordinators network. and was a member of the AIA National Disaster Assistance Committee from 2021 to 2023. Bill was a founding Co-chair of the AIA CA Resilient Design Committee. He has also been active with the Golden Empire Gleaners food bank for over thirty years. \nRESOURCE LINKS:\nAIACA Hardening for Wildfire Resilience \nAIA California published an article discussing the impacts of wildfires in California and the importance of hardening both the site and structure to limit destruction. The piece emphasizes that wildfires create significant financial burdens and highlights strategies to enhance resilience. \nhttps://aiacalifornia.org/news/hardening-for-wildfire-resilience/ \nContinuing Education: Wildfire-Adapted Design \nAn article in Architectural Record discusses the importance of hardening homes against fire in tandem with other measures\, most critically\, defensible space. It emphasizes that while hardening homes is essential\, it must be complemented by other strategies to effectively mitigate wildfire risks. \nhttps://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14853-continuing-education-wildfire-adapted-design#continuing-education \nSustainable Defensible Space \nCreated by the Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains\, along with a diverse steering committee of experts\, this project focuses on offering solutions to improve resilience and resource conservation values\, and resistance of structures to wildfire loss for developed properties in the SMMNRA by improving management by homeowners of their defensible space zone.  The site has an additional “Resources” tab for more detailed information and links to associated agencies. \nwww.defensiblespace.org \nRockwool/RDH Technical Bulletin: https://www.rockwool.com/syssiteassets/o2-rockwool/documentation/technical-bulletins/residential/rockwool—building-with-stone-wool-in-wildfire-prone-areas.pdf?f=20250311140839 \nSFPE WUI Handbook: https://www.sfpe.org/wuihandbook/home \nNFPA Wildfire Resources: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/wildfire \n2022 CBC – Chapter 7A – https://up.codes/viewer/california/ca-building-code-2022/chapter/7A/sfm-materials-and-construction-methods-for-exterior-wildfire-exposure#7A \nCalfire WUI Listed Products – https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-engineering-and-investigations/building-materials-listing \nIBHS Wildfire Research – https://ibhs.org/risk-research/wildfire/ \n  \n  \n \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/wildfire-prepared-home-program-improving-property-survivability-and-insurability/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Architecture in Healthcare Committee,Committees,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Rebuilding Infrastructure: Long-Term Community Resilience
DESCRIPTION:AIA in California Presents….\nRebuilding Infrastructure: Long-Term Community Resilience\nAIA in California recognizes the immense challenges facing our city and county in the wake of the tragic and devastating wildfires that have stricken the Los Angeles County region. The swift and equitable rebuilding of homes\, businesses\, and public infrastructure is paramount while simultaneously ensuring the safety\, resilience\, and long-term sustainability of our communities. \nThis webinar will explore the critical role of infrastructure and community support systems in fostering long-term resilience following disasters. Moving beyond individual property rebuilding\, we will focus on strategies that strengthen communities as a whole. Topics will include sustainable infrastructure solutions such as green infrastructure and microgrids\, as well as approaches to bolstering social networks through resilience hubs and neighborhood emergency plans. We’ll also dive into economic recovery\, local business support\, and environmental restoration\, alongside risk mitigation strategies. Finally\, the session will address health and well-being initiatives vital for the recovery of affected communities. Join us for a deep dive into building stronger\, more resilient communities that can thrive in the face of future challenges. \nObjectives: \n\nDiscuss the design and implementation of sustainable and resilient infrastructure systems.\nExplore methods for enhancing social and community networks to improve disaster preparedness and response.\nAnalyze strategies and programs for fostering economic recovery and supporting local businesses post-disaster.\nReview environmental restoration techniques and risk mitigation strategies to minimize future disaster impacts.\nIdentify programs and initiatives that support the health and well-being of communities affected by disasters.\n\n(*Virtual on Zoom.  Register below to receive the access link) \nFEATURED SPEAKERS:  (12:00pm – 1:30pm) \n\nAaron Vaden-Youmans\, AIA – North America Sustainability Lead\, Grimshaw\nHeather Joy Rosenberg – Associate Principal\, ARUP\nBrittany Moffett – Senior Resilience Engineer\, ARUP\nCasey Castor\, Assoc. AIA – Director of Sustainability\, Practice\n\nModerated by: \n\nGreg Kochanowski\, AIA\, ASLA – Design Principal\, Practice & Founder\, The Wild: A Research Lab\nMohamed Sharif\, AIA\, RIBA – Partner\, Sharif\, Lynch: Architecture & Director\, Undergraduate Program in Architectural Studies and Graduate Program Design Faculty\, UCLA Architecture and Urban Design\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nFEATURED SPEAKERS:\n \nAaron Vaden-Youmans\, AIA – North America Sustainability Lead\, Grimshaw \nAaron Vaden-Youmans is the sustainability manager for North America at Grimshaw Architects. \n \nHeather Joy Rosenberg – Associate Principal\, ARUP \nHeather Rosenberg leads Arup’s Resilience Planning and Policy in the Americas. She provides real-world\, implementable solutions to design\, policy\, and finance at the nexus of resilience\, equity\, and decarbonization. An ecologist by training\, she has more than 25 years of experience helping organizations make better decisions and build internal capacity to respond to disasters. She works extensively with local governments\, utilities\, and non-profits to better understand the resilience of urban infrastructure and buildings\, and how to leverage investments to support frontline communities. Before joining Arup\, Heather was the founder and president of her own successful resilience strategy consulting practice\, Fifth Road. She created the Building Resilience Network\, a multi-stakeholder initiative designed to help public\, private\, and non-profit organizations weave physical\, social\, and economic resilience into core operations. She is a USGBC Ginsberg Fellow\, is a former mayoral appointee to the Los Angeles Innovation and Performance Commission\, and has served on many boards and committees. A lifelong Angeleno\, she has been leading Arup’s long-range wildfire recovery effort in Los Angeles. \n \nBrittany Moffett – Senior Resilience Engineer\, ARUP \nBrittany is a Senior Resilience Engineer based in Arup’s Los Angeles office. Her expertise lies in analyzing and visualizing complex systems to address underlying vulnerabilities and enhance adaptive capacity. Brittany’s work spans different scales\, focusing on crucial questions like how individual buildings can contribute to grid resilience and how existing trusted community resources can be equipped to serve as safe havens during escalating climate hazards. Her resilience hub work includes working with cities and non-profits across Southern California setting out to define their vision and retrofit their existing buildings – including libraries\, community halls\, office buildings\, and non-profit campuses. Brittany holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s degree in Building Science from USC’s School of Architecture. \n \nCasey Castor\, Assoc. AIA – Director of Sustainability\, Practice \nCasey Castor is the Director of Sustainability at Practice\, where he has spent nearly a decade advancing sustainable design in projects across the greater Los Angeles area. With expertise spanning K-12 schools\, civic projects\, and affordable housing\, he integrates building science analysis into every phase of project development. His academic foundation includes an undergraduate in architectural design and a master’s in building science from USC\, which has shaped his metrics-driven approach to sustainable design. Casey’s has also co-founded Mack Research\, where their team is developing an innovative vertical wall wind technology for energy generation that is currently in R+D. He also collaborates locally as Vice-Chair of AIA|LA’s Committee on the Environment (COTE)\, he works to advance sustainable design practices\, advocating for policies and strategies that harmonize built and natural systems. Through his leadership\, Casey is committed to pushing the industry toward innovative\, climate-responsive solutions that support long-term environmental resilience. \nModerated by:\n \nGreg Kochanowski\, AIA\, ASLA – Design Principal\, Practice & Founder\, The Wild: A Research Lab \nGreg is a licensed architect\, landscape designer\, and educator in California with over 26 years of experience. His work weaves together architecture\, landscape\, and urbanism to create sustainable\, equitable\, and innovative environments that honor and enhance the unique qualities of place. Building on this foundation\, Greg’s research emphasizes holistic design processes that foster resilience and harmony between natural systems\, culture\, infrastructure\, and development\, addressing the complex challenges posed by climate change. \nGreg’s work has been featured in venues such as the Venice and Rotterdam Biennales and has received recognition\, including the Architectural League of New York’s Young Architects Forum Award and honors from the AIALA\, AIAPF\, ASLA\, and AIACA. He has presented at ASLA and AIA National Conventions\, sharing insights on Southern California’s Wildland-Urban Interface and its recurring fire\, flood\, and debris flow cycles\, exploring broader climate impacts across the Western U.S. and globally. \nHe is the author of The Wild and the upcoming Wildlands in the Expanded Field: Designing in the Pyrocene (Routledge Press\, 2026). In connection with issues of wildfire and climate\, Greg’s research also delves into affordable housing strategies aimed at addressing pressing social and environmental challenges. This includes innovative ownership models and housing solutions for vulnerable populations\, emphasizing equitable\, resilient\, and sustainable communities. \nAs Partner and Director of Design at Practice in Pasadena\, CA\, and Founder of The Wild: A Research Lab\, a nonprofit addressing urban climate issues\, he advances design research and advocacy by bridging innovative practice with critical research. He currently serves on the Board of Community Design Group and previously served as Co-President of the Los Angeles Forum for Architecture and Urban Design. \n \nMohamed Sharif\, AIA\, RIBA – Partner\, Sharif\, Lynch: Architecture & Director\, Undergraduate Program in Architectural Studies and Graduate Program Design Faculty\, UCLA Architecture and Urban Design \nMohamed Sharif is an Associate Adjunct Professor at UCLA’s Department of Architecture and Design\, where he teaches graduate and undergraduate courses and directs the undergraduate program. Recently\, he worked with Professor Hitoshi Abe on a multi-year design research platform focused on resilience and regenerative urbanism. \nHis practice\, Sharif\, Lynch: Architecture\, with Todd Lynch\, has completed several award-winning projects in Los Angeles. \nSharif’s work has been published in journals and periodicals\, including 306090\, a+u\, arq\, Constructs\, JAE\, the Getty Center\, Log\, and POOL. He served on the arq editorial board (Cambridge University Press\, 2006–2016) and was President of the Los Angeles Forum for Architecture and Urban Design (2007–2009)\, later joining its Advisory Board (2010–2016). \nRESOURCE LINKS: \nAIACA Hardening for Wildfire Resilience \nAIA California published an article discussing the impacts of wildfires in California and the importance of hardening both the site and structure to limit destruction. The piece emphasizes that wildfires create significant financial burdens and highlights strategies to enhance resilience. \nhttps://aiacalifornia.org/news/hardening-for-wildfire-resilience/ \nContinuing Education: Wildfire-Adapted Design \nAn article in Architectural Record discusses the importance of hardening homes against fire in tandem with other measures\, most critically\, defensible space. It emphasizes that while hardening homes is essential\, it must be complemented by other strategies to effectively mitigate wildfire risks. \nhttps://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14853-continuing-education-wildfire-adapted-design#continuing-education \nSustainable Defensible Space \nCreated by the Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains\, along with a diverse steering committee of experts\, this project focuses on offering solutions to improve resilience and resource conservation values\, and resistance of structures to wildfire loss for developed properties in the SMMNRA by improving management by homeowners of their defensible space zone.  The site has an additional “Resources” tab for more detailed information and links to associated agencies. \nwww.defensiblespace.org \nRockwool/RDH Technical Bulletin: https://www.rockwool.com/syssiteassets/o2-rockwool/documentation/technical-bulletins/residential/rockwool—building-with-stone-wool-in-wildfire-prone-areas.pdf?f=20250311140839 \nSFPE WUI Handbook: https://www.sfpe.org/wuihandbook/home \nNFPA Wildfire Resources: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/wildfire \n2022 CBC – Chapter 7A – https://up.codes/viewer/california/ca-building-code-2022/chapter/7A/sfm-materials-and-construction-methods-for-exterior-wildfire-exposure#7A \nCalfire WUI Listed Products – https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-engineering-and-investigations/building-materials-listing \nIBHS Wildfire Research – https://ibhs.org/risk-research/wildfire/ \n  \n  \n \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/rebuilding-infrastructure-long-term-community-resilience/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Architecture in Healthcare Committee,Committees,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Powerful XII Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our first Powerful XII Conference planning session! \nCome join us – This year’s theme is Optimism and Resilience \nPowerful XII is only four months away on October 3rd\, and we couldn’t be more excited! The theme for this year’s conference grows out of the focus from last year. In 2024\, we focused on turning our collective “Me” into “We”\, highlighting the power of teamwork and collaboration in the field of architecture and across the entire AEC community. This year\, we use our strength as a team to overcome obstacles and create a brighter tomorrow. Together\, we are resilient\, lifting one another up to effect positive change for women in the Architecture\, Construction\, Engineering\, and Policy-making fields here in Los Angeles. Let’s come together and learn from one another\, growing our networks while promoting what we do. All in the AEC community are welcome to contribute\, and we encourage volunteers of all genders to consider joining in the fun! \nThis meeting will be virtual over ZOOM and led by our 2025 WiA Committee Chairs. All registered attendees will receive a ZOOM link 24 hours prior to the event. \n  \n2025 WiA Committee Chairs \n \nSara Pijuan\, AIA – Co-Chair \n \nKristi Paulson\, AIA – Co-Chair \n \nKim Patten\, AIA – Vice Co-Chair \n \nAbby Katcher\, AIA – Vice Co-Chair \n \nAlexandria Hoevel\, AIA – Past Co-Chair \n \nSarah Jacobson\, AIA – Past Co-Chair
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/powerful-xii-volunteer-kick-off-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committees,Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T083000
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SUMMARY:Reuse LA:  Adapting Existing Buildings for the City's Future
DESCRIPTION:Adaptive Reuse in Practice: Zoning\, Building Codes\, and Case Studies\nAs California cities expand their adaptive reuse programs\, architects must navigate a shifting patchwork of building codes\, zoning ordinances\, and evolving interpretations. This workshop explores the practical realities of adaptive reuse in Los Angeles\, with a focus on early project phases: owner due diligence\, programming\, and schematic design. \nLed by Roberto Vazquez\, AIA\, the session will examine how architects can help building owners design within “by-right” entitlements\, avoid costly code triggers\, and translate regulatory constraints into design opportunities. Drawing from multiple case studies completed over the last 18 months\, the presentation will show how project teams can leverage zoning tools and alternative code pathways to unlock feasibility and avoid common pitfalls. \nThis workshop is designed for industry professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of adaptive reuse. Mechanical\, structural\, and fire protection engineers will also share insights on performance requirements\, envelope compliance\, and upgrade thresholds. \nWhether you’re leading your first adaptive reuse project or refining your process\, this session offers actionable tools and strategies grounded in real-world experience. \nThe program includes a 45-minute presentation followed by an interactive 45-minute Q&A. While the session may not answer every question\, it aims to establish a foundation for continued discussion through a series of topic-specific salon sessions hosted by AIA|LA’s Building Performance and Regulations (BP&R) Committee\, which meets virtually every Monday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. \n  \nSPEAKER \n \nRoberto Vazquez\, AIA\nSector Leader – Housing + Mixed Use\, HED Architects \nRoberto Vazquez is a leading voice in adaptive reuse policy and design in California\, with over 20 years of experience and a career dedicated to revitalizing existing buildings. His portfolio includes a wide range of conversions\, historic conservation\, and major rehabilitation projects throughout Downtown Los Angeles and Southern California—from small-scale office conversions of just six residential units to large-scale adaptive reuse projects exceeding 1\,000 units\, including multiple high-rise developments. \nRoberto has advised cities including Los Angeles\, Santa Monica\, Pasadena\, San Jose\, and the County of Los Angeles on adaptive reuse ordinances and implementation strategies. He contributed to the drafting of California’s statewide adaptive reuse bill (AB 3068) and participates in ongoing code reform efforts such as AB 529\, which aims to expand adaptive reuse through alternative building code standards. \nBefore joining HED Architects\, Roberto held leadership roles at AXIS and Omgivning\, helping position both firms as key players in California’s adaptive reuse movement. He continues to champion sustainable\, code-savvy design solutions that transform underutilized structures into vibrant\, community-serving spaces. \nHis thought leadership has been featured in NPR\, KCRW\, Axios\, Brookings\, and the AIA|LA Advocacy Report. He currently serves as Vice-Chair of the AIA|LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee and is a frequent speaker at ULI\, SEAOSC\, VICA\, Bisnow\, and AIA|LA events. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: Submitted for approval \n\nReview how updates to Los Angeles’ zoning code encourage adaptive reuse and identify which codes apply across the city. \nGain insight into lesser-known zoning tools\, including Zoning Administrator Interpretations that support adaptive reuse. \nUnderstand how to apply the California Existing Building Code\, including how the City of Los Angeles modifies it through the LA Existing Building Code. \nLearn how to apply the California Historical Building Code in adaptive reuse projects. \nExplore a process-driven approach to evaluating buildings for reuse\, including early-phase design and entitlement strategies. \nGain insights into structural and mechanical considerations critical to adaptive reuse\, including Title 24 compliance and seismic upgrade triggers.\n\n  \nPARKING \nStreet parking is available. Please be mindful of the street signs. \n  \n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.*
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/reuse-la-adapting-existing-buildings-for-the-citys-future/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees
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SUMMARY:Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly forums allow AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and hear status updates and emerging initiatives. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n1.  Monday\, March 17 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n2. Monday\, June 16 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n3. Monday\, September 15 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n4. Monday\, December 8 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Monday\, June 16\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, June 16\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, September 15\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, December 8\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/roundtable-w-osama-younan-p-e-june-16-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2025 Quarterly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as an opportunity for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and to discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2025: \nWednesday\, April 2 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE\nWednesday\, June 25 (12pm – 1pm) – Rescheduled from June 4th.\nWednesday\, September 24 (12pm – 1:30pm) –  RSVP HERE *in person. Location TBD in Downtown LA (AIA to identify host location)\nWednesday\, November 5 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE \nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE CONTEXT:\nFor the past 36+ months\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been organizing a quarterly series of roundtable discussions\, which serve as an opportunity to further connect the architecture community and LADWP development services personnel. These quarterly roundtables help to establish a more collaborative partnership and facilitate opportunities to identify solutions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. \nIn general\, the quarterly meetings serve as forums to: \n1. Build trust and understanding between LADWP personnel and the private sector (architects/ designers/ engineers).\n2. Develop compassion and empathy to better understand each other’s professional priorities and implementation tactics.\n3. Allow idea exchange and interaction — to learn from each other and to test out new methods and performance standards.\n4. Establish greater context for how environmental justice\, shade equity\, climate mitigation\, urban heat island\, tree canopy\, building decarbonization\, housing affordability\, 100% electrification\, on-site generation\, and urban design are all inter-related (and therefore require a more connected partnership between LADWP and the architecture community implementing the infrastructure framework to address all of these inter-related challenges).\n5. Expedite and streamline LADPW’s development services. \nMore specifically\, the quarterly forums allow for: \n1. Improve the architects’ understanding of specific LADWP rules\, regulations\, standards\, and procedures – and offer helpful insight on how to better improve those specific regulations and standards to achieve more optimal outcomes.\n2. Create pathways to achieve greater flexibility and clarity of purpose for why certain variances and modifications are necessary\, helpful\, and/or mutually beneficial.\n3. Identify obstacles to implementation\n4. Establish pilot programs to test out new ideas and innovative solutions.\n5. Establish an inventory of code-related obstacles and analyze which codes and regulations may need to be modified/ altered to achieve more effective outcomes\n6. Map out strategies for how to better leverage resources\n7. Prioritize changes in equipment size\, models\, standards\, and ‘cultural habits’ that can assist in delivering positive results (healthier urban design\, greater biodiversity\, safer working conditions\, a more beautiful and less stressful public realm\, etc.)\n8. Identify opportunities to leverage best practices from Southern California Edison as it relate to design standards and protocols that promote more verdant ecosystems in integration with utility infrastructure (relationship between street trees and landscaping w/ utility infrastructure\, etc) and the ability to utilize alternative materials that promote a ‘greener\,’ and less stressful public realm.\n9. The exploration of third-party services\, peer review\, and self-certification\, etc. \nSome of the direct outcomes achieved to date include: \n1. Improved staffing and processing times at BOE for utility permits\n2. More permissible variances for staging areas and transformer pads\, etc.\n3. Streamlined processes for 100% affordable housing (ED #1)\n4. Amortization of line extensions\, etc\n5. Deeper trust between AIA Los Angeles and LADWP leadership \nIn the future\, as the impact of these sessions further evolves and demonstrates results\, we’d like to make certain: \n1. These forums serve as a model for how other LA City departments can deepen relationships with the private sector to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.\n2. Deepen the trust between LADWP and the citizens/ residents/ professionals/ clients it serves. \nWe applaud LADWP’s leadership in prioritizing the partnership between AIA Los Angeles and the utility. If LADWP’s communication team can help us communicate and celebrate the impact of these forums\, the general public will benefit from a deeper understanding of how public and private partnerships can help achieve positive results for all. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2025-quarterly-meetings-june-4-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250625T212942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T170611Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Powerful XII Networking and Summer Happy Hour + Volunteer Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \nPlease join us as we celebrate the summer\, make new friends\, and get ready for Powerful XII! This will be a great opportunity to network with women in the AEC industry and to help plan the Powerful XII Conference\, which will take place on October 3. New volunteers and those who just want to come for the fun are all welcome! \n  \nAddress \nAIA|LA & ACLA Center for Communities \n4450 West Adams Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90016 \n  \nParking \nStreet parking is available. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/pre-powerful-xii-networking-and-summer-happy-hour-volunteer-meetup/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:COTE: on tap
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \nJoin AIA|LA’s Committee on the Environment (COTE) for a relaxed summer happy hour at Highland Park Brewery! Stop by on Thursday\, July 10th\, 2025\, from 6:00–8:00PM to meet fellow sustainability-minded professionals\, connect with the COTE committee\, and raise a glass to climate solutions. \nThis free event is B.Y.O.B. (buy your own beer)\, and all are welcome. Please RSVP so we have a head count—then just bring your good vibes and join us for an evening of high spirits and low carbon! \n  \nAddress + Parking \nHighland Park Brewery\, 1220 N. Spring St.\, Los Angeles\, 90012 \nOff street parking is available.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/cote-on-tap/
LOCATION:Highland Park Brewery\, 1220 N. Spring St.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Committees,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250625T012205Z
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SUMMARY:HCAI’s OSHPD + Hospital Building Safety Board (HBSB) Road Show
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DESCRIPTION \nThis in-person event is an opportunity to learn more about the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)\, the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD)\, the Hospital Building Safety Board (HBSB)\, and how these agencies collaborate to ensure health facility safety\, sustainability\, and resiliency. Meet the HBSB board members and OSHPD staff who will be presenting the Road Show as they share how they work together and how the design and construction industry can get involved. \nDue to building security requirements\, please bring your ID to present at the security desk and OSHPD staff will be available to escort you up to the OSHPD conference room. \n  \nSPEAKERS \n \nArash Altoontash\, PhD\, S.E. + Deputy Division Chief + OSHPD \nDr. Arash Altoontash is the HCAI Deputy Division Chief for Southern California\, overseeing the Inspection Services\, Fire Prevention\, Architectural and Engineering\, and Field Operations units in the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development. He joined the state service in 2018 and has served as a Senior Structural Engineer and Supervisor of Health Facility Review prior to his current assignment.\n \nArash completed his graduate education at Stanford University in 2004 and is a registered civil and structural engineer in California. As a private sector engineer and project manager\, he was in charge of design or review of structural systems and non-structural elements of a variety of building types. As a lecturer\, he has developed and taught advanced and introductory Structural Steel Design courses at the University of California\, Irvine. \n  \n \nTeresa Endres\, AIA\, ACHA\, EDAC\, AAH + Medical Planning Director + Taylor Design + HCAI Hospital Building Safety Board \nTeresa Endres\, AIA\, ACHA\, EDAC\, AAH\, believes design can empower physicians to heal\, scientists to discover\, and healthcare leaders to innovate. She has planned every modality and department in a hospital\, outpatient facility and skilled nursing facility and serves as an architect on the HCAI Hospital Building Safety Board. \n\nAIA CES: Approved for 1.5 LU \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n1. Review the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Visions and organization chart which includes the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD)\, the Hospital Building Safety Board (HBSB)\, and the Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA).\n2. Understand much of what HCAI does\, which is beyond the regulation of the design and construction of health care facilities under OSHPD jurisdiction\, including collection of data which healthcare systems use in the development of their strategic and master plans.\n3. Examine who’s on the HBSB and how the HBSB collaborates with OSHPD staff for the development of the building codes\, policy intent notices (PINs)\, code application notices (CANs)\, advisory guides\, and continuing education in the form of webinars\, seminars\, and Tips of the Day. Included is how the design and construction community can get involved\, find useful information on the HCAI/OSHPD website\, and other valuable HCAI and OSHPD resources.\n4. Review what’s happening on the HBSB and at OSHPD\, including updates on code revisions\, upcoming webinars and seminars\, and new and recently published advisory guides. \n  \nPARKING \nPaid parking is available in the Wells Fargo building\, Westin Bonaventure\, 1Cal Parking\, Bank of America Building. \n  \n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.* \n  \nPlease click here to view the PDF presentation courtesy of Teresa Endres\, AIA!
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/hcais-oshpd-hospital-building-safety-board-hbsb-road-show/
LOCATION:OSHPD LA Office\, 355 S. Grand Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Architecture in Healthcare Committee,Committees,Healthcare,Learning Units,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:Increasing Licensure in Your Firm: Exams\, Experiences & Equity
DESCRIPTION:  \nEVENT DETAILS \nNow more than ever\, aspiring architectural designers debate whether licensure is worthwhile. Earning a license to practice architecture is a massive effort—and firms can devote resources to their staff to reach that goal. This presentation guides firms of all sizes in the why and how they should undertake the responsibility for fostering the process.\nPresenters will include success stories about how their firm has assisted more than 30 designers get licensed to practice architecture since implementing a focused assistance/acceleration program ten years ago. They will show the benefits to subsidizing licensure: investment in staff and morale\, elevating the firm\, bolstering recruitment and retention\, diversifying personnel\, and enhancing the profession. \nCO Architects Principal James Simeo\, FAIA\, and Associate Principal Lauren Coles\, AIA\, will outline the office’s AXP/ARE licensing program\, describe the process\, share why helping staff earn a license matters in the current climate\, discuss licensure data\, and detail the opportunities provided to both firms and the profession through subsidizing licensure. The purpose of this presentation is to strengthen pathways to licensure by demystifying the process. \n  \nPlease Note: This is a HYBRID event. (In Person at CO Architects LA Office / Virtual).\nThose who cannot make it in person will have the option to attend virtually over ZOOM or TEAMS.\nAll registrants will be sent a link to join the event virtually in the Event Confirmation email that is sent out 24 hours prior to the event.\n  \nSPEAKERS \n \nJames Simeo\, FAIA\, LEED AP BD+C – Principal\, CO Architects \nJames Simeo has over 30 years of experience with science & technology\, higher education\, healthcare and justice projects. He exhibits strong commitment to design excellence and client service in his projects\, and he contributes to the firm’s development of new market sectors and building types. James holds a Master of Architecture from UCLA\, and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Michigan. He has been associated with the firm since 1993. \n \nLauren Coles\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C\, CDT. Assoc. DBIA – Associate Principal\, CO Architects\n \nLauren Coles brings over 20 years of experience partnering with higher education and healthcare clients on a broad range of projects from replacement medical centers to cutting-edge health sciences education and research facilities. Since joining CO in 2015\, Lauren has acted as the firm’s licensing supervisor\, providing mentorship and oversight on the licensing process. She is the former Chair of the AIA|LA Professional Practice Committee and is presently a Director on the AIA|LA Board of Directors. In 2021\, Lauren was recognized with Building Design + Construction’s “40 under 40” award.  \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: Approved for 1.5 LU \n1. Participants will discover the business benefits of creating a firm-sponsored path to licensure for employees.\n2. Participants will be able to apply strategies on how to promote licensure within their practice and the community at large.\n3. Participants will learn how to mentor and assist prospective test-takers on their paths to licensure.\n4. Participants will identify the resources that facilitate licensure and the importance of each one. \n  \nPARKING \nParking on street available and for a fee inside building. No validation.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/increasing-licensure-in-your-firm-exams-experiences-equity/
LOCATION:CO Architects LA Office\, 5750 Wilshire Blvd Suite 550\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Learning Units,Professional Practice Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:Designing for Sustainable Equity
DESCRIPTION:Please note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this event.\nTo attend this free event\, please register at this link.\nShare the event with your LinkedIn connections!\n  \nEVENT DETAILS \nThe “Designing for Sustainable Equity” panel discussion addresses pressing issues in our society and connects the dots between the Environmental\, Social\, and Governance pillars of sustainability\, particularly in many of our neighborhoods and disadvantaged communities are on the receiving end of irresponsible overproduction\, manufacturing and development practices that affect their health\, cultural identity and social standing in the society. \nThe panel will address key issues and highlight opportunities that Design professionals should consider when designing new buildings\, repurposing old structures\, or selecting building products\, as well as the consequences of their actions. \nPanelists will address key issues\, including policies\, Adaptive reuse practices\, Community Health and wellbeing\, and the use of new and recycled materials in our projects\, all of which have far-reaching implications for communities. \nThis event is organized by IIDA SoCal EDI Sector in partnership with the AIA Los Angeles Adaptive Reuse Committee. \nPANELISTS:\nRoberto Vazquez – Sector Lead for Housing and Mixed Use at HED\nLona Rerick – Director of Regenerative Design at Perkins&Will | McLennan Design\nInes Ware – Director of Sustainability at Bentley Mills \nMODERATORS:\n\nChristine Peter– IIDA SoCal Co-VP of EDI\nDavid Martinez– Vice Chair\, AIA Adaptive Reuse Committee \n  \nPARKING INFO \nStreet parking available\, and lot parking available.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/designing-for-sustainable-equity/
LOCATION:BASK\, 718 Mateo St. Suite 01\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Networking,Presentation,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:Small & Emerging Business Quarterly Meeting - August 2025
DESCRIPTION:The third of a quarterly get together for small businesses to discuss relevant issues that impact small/emerging practices. The intent of this meeting is to help facilitate AIA engagement with smaller practitioners and to provide a collective voice for change. \nWe have invited AAa/e (Asian American architects/engineers) and NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects) to distribute this to their members as well. \nCome get to know your peers and to discuss topics and strategies that may help with your business growth.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/small-emerging-business-quarterly-meeting-august-2025/
LOCATION:Shaw Showroom\, 444 S. Flower St\, Suite 300\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,Professional Practice Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250805T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T231221Z
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SUMMARY:Creatives in Conversation: Blurring Boundaries
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \nCreativity transcends conventional boundaries by forging unexpected connections and revealing hidden patterns. But where does creativity originate\, and how can it be cultivated? Can we direct its flow—or must we follow where it leads? Might blurring boundaries between disciplines open new dialogues and foster cross-pollination? \nJoin us for this year’s Creatives in Conversation\, as we explore these questions through the work of three visionary artists: Refik Anadol\, Lita Albuquerque\, and Lucy McRae. Spanning AI\, digital art\, sculpture\, multi-media performance\, and conceptual fashion\, their practices challenge our thinking and invite new perspectives. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Los Angeles–based architect and critic Joe Day\, and held at the iconic Schindler House\, in collaboration with the MAK Center for Art and Architecture. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what might evolve when disciplines converge and boundaries blur. \n  \nPlease click HERE to view the Speaker Line-Up & Sponsorship Opportunities for Creatives in Conversation. 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/creatives-in-conversation-blurring-boundaries/
LOCATION:The Schindler House at the MAK Center\, 835 Kings Rd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Interior Architecture Committee,Learning Units,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250304T175554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T170456Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly forums allow AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and hear status updates and emerging initiatives. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n1.  Monday\, March 17 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n2. Monday\, June 16 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n3. Monday\, September 22 (1pm – 2pm) = RSVP HERE\n4. Monday\, December 8 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Monday\, September 22\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, June 16\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, September 22\, 2025 (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, December 8\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/roundtable-w-osama-younan-p-e-sept-15-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250827T200957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T173313Z
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SUMMARY:Reuse LA Part 2:  Adapting Performance and New Identities to Existing Facades\, Case Studies in Southern California Adaptive Reuse Projects with EYRC\, Gensler\, and Gruen Associates
DESCRIPTION:*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.* \n  \nEVENT DETAILS \nThe AIA|LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee invites you to join our panel event highlighting case studies on three contemporary Southern California Adaptive Reuse Projects. Come hear directly from their authors; Devon Barnes (Gruen Associates)\, Patricia Rhee (EYRC)\, and Olivier Sommerhalder (Gensler) as they present the Apple Tower Theatre\, The Press\, and the Herald Examiner Building adaptive reuse projects along with their hard-earned lessons. \nWhile the urgency and opportunities of adaptive reuse projects are well known\, they come with significant architectural and technical challenges. High among them is the adaptation of existing building facades\, as it requires design teams to take on forensic and archeological approaches to adapt existing building enclosures for new use and modern performance standards. To support these unique challenges in the growing advocacy for Adaptive Reuse projects\, the AIA LA Building Performance and Regulations Committee invites you to participate in this knowledge sharing panel event. \n  \nMODERATOR \n \nAlex Rosenthal\, AIA – Senior Associate\, Heintges \nAlex Rosenthal is a Senior Associate at Heintges Consulting Architects and Engineers based in Southern California. As a licensed architect and having worked with Heintges since 2016\, his career has been dedicated to the realization of complex facades brought on by an ardent passion for architecture\, performance-based design\, and sustainable building practices. Alex has collaborated internationally with some of the world’s leading architecture firms in the design and technical development of high-profile building envelopes on projects ranging from flagship retail to high-rise residential\, commercial\, office\, laboratory\, institutional and museum programs. Outside of his work at Heintges\, Alex has been a guest lecturer and juror at multiple universities\, a frequent public speaker at building enclosure industry events\, and an active participate in professional organizations. With his involvement in AIA LA’s Building Performance and Regulations committee\, Alex advocates for the dissemination of knowledge related to California sustainable building regulations\, adaptive reuse\, building performance\, and facades. Alex holds degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Architecture and a Master of Architecture degree from Columbia University’s GSAPP where he received the Lucille Smysyer Lowenfish Memorial Prize. \n  \nPANELISTS \n \nDevon Barnes\, AIA – Principal Associate\, Gruen Associates  \nDevon began her career designing award-winning flagship stores for luxury brands before shifting her focus to adaptive reuse and historically sensitive projects. She enjoys weaving modern amenities into existing and historic contexts\, with a portfolio that includes the restoration of the Tower Theater. As a member of the Los Angeles Conservancy and the Western Chapter of the Association for Preservation Technology\, she is committed to uncovering hidden stories within buildings and shaping meaningful architectural adaptations. \n \nPatricia Rhee\, FAIA\, DBIA – Partner\, Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects  \nPartner Patricia Rhee\, FAIA\, has been a member of EYRC Architects since 2000. She has served as Designer for some of the firm’s most notable and award-winning projects including The Press\, The Culver Steps\, Ivy Station Offices and Retail\, and the John M. Roll U.S. Federal Courthouse. She has served on design juries for multiple AIA chapters\, the Design-Build Institute of America and numerous architecture schools. She has lectured internationally and nationally\, at the World Architecture Festival in Barcelona\, the University of Melbourne\, Clemson University\, AIA National Women’s Leadership Summit\, and the University of Maryland\, where she was the Kea Distinguished Professor. Patricia has and continues to serve as a Peer Advisor to the Bureau of Overseas Business Operations and the General Services Administration. She was a founding Co-Chair of the AIA Los Angeles Women in Architecture committee and serves on the board of Heidi Duckler Dance. \n \nOlivier Sommerhalder\, AIA – Principal\, Gensler \nOlivier is a Design Principal and the Global Design Resilience Leader for Gensler based in the Los Angeles office. He brings design and technical expertise across a spectrum of public and private projects of all types and scales. Olivier approaches design by using research\, building technology\, and building science as means to drive progressive\, contextually appropriate\, holistic architecture.\n \nHe has taught at the University of Southern California and served as visiting critic and guest lecturer at the University of Southern California\, Cal Poly Pomona\, the University of California Los Angeles\, the University of California Berkley and the ETH (Federal Polytechnic in Zurich\, Switzerland). Olivier holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Applied Sciences in Brugg-Windisch\, Switzerland; a Master of Architecture from the Southern California Institute or Architecture\, Los Angeles and an Executive Master in Design Culture from the Zurich University of the Arts\, Zurich\, Switzerland. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: 1.5 LU|HSW Approved \n1. Present a comprehensive summary of existing building code requirements and pathways to deliver compliant building enclosure for commercial Adaptive Reuse projects.\n2. Present case studies on the design and technical adaptation of existing facades to new architectural identities and contemporary performance standards.\n3. Understand different technical and forensic approaches to working with a building facade’s existing conditions.\n4. Share hard-earned lessons from successfully completed adaptive reuse projects.\n \n  \nPARKING \nStreet parking is available.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/reuse-la-part-2-adapting-performance-and-new-identities-to-existing-facades-case-studies-in-southern-california-adaptive-reuse-projects-with-eyrc-gensler-and-gruen-associates/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Learning Units,Networking,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250801T182614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T062846Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Powerful XII: Optimism + Resilience
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \nThe AIA | LA Women in Architecture Committee is excited to present our 12th annual Powerful Conference. \nPowerful XII: Optimism + Resilience.  2025 has brought profound challenges\, globally and here in Los Angeles\, experiencing devastating wildfires at the beginning of the year.  In the face of crisis\, optimism and resilience have emerged as vital forces—not just personal traits\, but professional imperatives. \nWe see optimism and resilience as key attributes of women in our industry as well as resilience as a way of designing for the future.  Women in architecture exemplify these qualities daily\, navigating complexity with clarity and purpose.  As architects\, we’re not just shaping buildings—we’re shaping the future. And in that future\, optimism and resilience are not optional; they are essential. \nPlease join us October 3rd at the Pacific Design Center for an inspiring day of speakers\, panelists and workshops reinforcing the optimism and resilience women bring to the field of architecture\, design\, and the whole AEC Community. \n  \nWORKSHOP INFO \nClick here to view the Powerful XII Workshop options. \nPlease note\, you may only select 2 workshops to attend during the afternoon session. \nYou may choose your 2 workshop options when you purchase your tickets. \n  \nPARKING \nPaid parking is available at the Pacific Design Center in the garage\, East of the main complex. Accessible from Santa Monica Blvd\, Melrose Ave\, and N. San Vicente Blvd. \n  \nPlease click HERE to view more details about Powerful XII.\nCheck out Sponsorship Opportunities HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/2025-powerful-xii-optimism-resilience/
LOCATION:Pacific Design Center\, 8687 Melrose Ave.\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Conference,Learning Units,Professional Development,Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250305T195446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T172721Z
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2025 Quarterly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as an opportunity for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and to discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2025: \nWednesday\, April 2 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE\nWednesday\, June 4 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE\nTuesday\, October 7 (11:30am – 12:30pm) –  RSVP VIA LINK BELOW// Originally scheduled for Sept 24\, 2025.\nWednesday\, November 5 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE \nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE CONTEXT:\nFor the past 36+ months\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been organizing a quarterly series of roundtable discussions\, which serve as an opportunity to further connect the architecture community and LADWP development services personnel. These quarterly roundtables help to establish a more collaborative partnership and facilitate opportunities to identify solutions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. \nIn general\, the quarterly meetings serve as forums to: \n1. Build trust and understanding between LADWP personnel and the private sector (architects/ designers/ engineers).\n2. Develop compassion and empathy to better understand each other’s professional priorities and implementation tactics.\n3. Allow idea exchange and interaction — to learn from each other and to test out new methods and performance standards.\n4. Establish greater context for how environmental justice\, shade equity\, climate mitigation\, urban heat island\, tree canopy\, building decarbonization\, housing affordability\, 100% electrification\, on-site generation\, and urban design are all interrelated (and therefore require a more connected partnership between LADWP and the architecture community implementing the infrastructure framework to address all of these interrelated challenges).\n5. Expedite and streamline LADPW’s development services. \nMore specifically\, the quarterly forums allow for: \n1. Improve the architects’ understanding of specific LADWP rules\, regulations\, standards\, and procedures – and offer helpful insight on how to better improve those specific regulations and standards to achieve more optimal outcomes.\n2. Create pathways to achieve greater flexibility and clarity of purpose for why certain variances and modifications are necessary\, helpful\, and/or mutually beneficial.\n3. Identify obstacles to implementation\n4. Establish pilot programs to test out new ideas and innovative solutions.\n5. Establish an inventory of code-related obstacles and analyze which codes and regulations may need to be modified/ altered to achieve more effective outcomes\n6. Map out strategies for how to better leverage resources\n7. Prioritize changes in equipment size\, models\, standards\, and ‘cultural habits’ that can assist in delivering positive results (healthier urban design\, greater biodiversity\, safer working conditions\, a more beautiful and less stressful public realm\, etc.)\n8. Identify opportunities to leverage best practices from Southern California Edison as it relate to design standards and protocols that promote more verdant ecosystems in integration with utility infrastructure (relationship between street trees and landscaping w/ utility infrastructure\, etc) and the ability to utilize alternative materials that promote a ‘greener\,’ and less stressful public realm.\n9. The exploration of third-party services\, peer review\, and self-certification\, etc. \nSome of the direct outcomes achieved to date include: \n1. Improved staffing and processing times at BOE for utility permits\n2. More permissible variances for staging areas and transformer pads\, etc.\n3. Streamlined processes for 100% affordable housing (ED #1)\n4. Amortization of line extensions\, etc\n5. Deeper trust between AIA Los Angeles and LADWP leadership \nIn the future\, as the impact of these sessions further evolves and demonstrates results\, we’d like to make certain: \n1. These forums serve as a model for how other LA City departments can deepen relationships with the private sector to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.\n2. Deepen the trust between LADWP and the citizens/ residents/ professionals/ clients it serves. \nWe applaud LADWP’s leadership in prioritizing the partnership between AIA Los Angeles and the utility. If LADWP’s communication team can help us communicate and celebrate the impact of these forums\, the general public will benefit from a deeper understanding of how public and private partnerships can help achieve positive results for all. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2025-quarterly-meetings-sept-24-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250818T191545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T222149Z
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SUMMARY:Refrigeration Code Changes:  What Designers Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n“Refrigeration Code Changes: What Designers Need to Know.” With evolving standards around refrigerants and HVAC systems\, staying up-to-date on code updates is essential for sustainable design: \n– Recent updates in California & national refrigeration codes\n– Environmental impacts of refrigerant types\n– Design strategies to align with the new\n– Q&A session with industry professional \n  \nSPEAKERS \n \nGeorge Reilly\, Hon. AIA|LA – Principal | US BEnv Lead – West Coast Region\, Buro Happold \nGeorge Reilly is a seasoned MEP engineer with over 20 years of experience. \nHe began his career in the UK and has been working in California since 2009. His expertise spans projects across Europe\, the US\, the Middle East\, and Asia\, with significant experience in laboratory\, cultural\, higher education\, and adaptive reuse sectors. \nGeorge’s passion for engineering is driven by a desire to understand how systems work and to enhance building efficiency. He aims to add value to projects by maintaining strong client relationships and delivering design solutions that align with clients’ aspirations and budgets. His commitment to Net Zero Carbon and addressing climate change is a key focus of his work. \nAs a member of the AIA Committee on the Environment (LA) and an AIA Honorary status awardee\, George is recognized for his dedication to sustainability and his contributions to the field. \n  \n \nAndrew James – Senior Associate | Mechanical\, Buro Happold \nAndrew James is an associate mechanical engineer on the Los Angeles MEP engineering team. \nAndrew brings technical expertise in HVAC mechanical design and energy analysis\, spanning higher education\, commercial\, healthcare\, and arts & culture sectors. He excels in the delivery of coordinated multi-discipline projects in BIM. He also supports project code compliance and construction administration. \nAndrew has an interest in low-energy mechanical design using passive conditioning strategies\, as well as an interest in district-level heating and cooling systems\, as used in both the Building for the Permanent Collection at Los Angeles County Museum Art and at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: 2 LU|HSW Approved \n1. Identify recent changes to California and national refrigeration codes and explain their implications for sustainable building design. \n2. Evaluate the environmental impacts of various refrigerant types\, including global warming potential (GWP) and ozone depletion potential (ODP). \n3. Apply design strategies that align HVAC systems with updated refrigerant standards while maintaining occupant comfort and building performance. \n4. Integrate code-compliant\, low-impact refrigeration solutions into design projects to support health\, safety\, and welfare goals. \n  \nPARKING \nPublic Parking available at Central Library and Pershing Square.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/refrigeration-code-changes-what-designers-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Buro Happold\, 633 W. 5th St.\, 68th Floor\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Committees,Community,Learning Units,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250320T204327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T204327Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Practices - John Kaliski Architects\, Inc. (JKA)
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Practices – John Kaliski Architects\, Inc. (JKA) \nPlease join us for a tour of John Kaliski Architects\, Inc. Founded in 2000\, JKA is a full-service\, certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) focusing on multifamily housing and urban design projects. The firm’s mission is to employ architecture and urban design practices to create resilient buildings and places that foster individual well-being\, social opportunity\, and a sense of community. \nLight Bites and Drinks will be served. \nWhere: \nJKA | John Kaliski Architects\, Inc.\n3780 Wilshire Boulevard\nSuite 500Los Angeles\, CA 90010\n(5th floor inside the Pellissier Building/Wiltern Theatre tower) \nTransit: \nDirectly across the street from the Metro Purple “D” Line Wilshire/Western station \nParking: \nVery limited Koreatown street parking available\, Ralphs Parking Structure located behind the\nbuilding with entrances on Oxford and Western. \nPlease note: JKA cannot provide validation. \nThe AIA|LA “Meet the Practices” is a series of mixers and networking opportunities presented by the AIA|LA Professional Practice Committee.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/meet-the-practices-john-kaliski-architects-inc-jka/
LOCATION:John Kaliski Architects\, Inc. (JKA)\, 3780 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 500\, Los Angeles\, 90010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,Professional Practice Committee,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20251031T215927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T182405Z
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SUMMARY:AIA LA COTE On Tap : Low Carbon\, High Spirits (Greenbuild Edition) Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:**Please Note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this Event. ** \n***No RSVP needed. Just show up\, bring a friend\, and help spread the word!*** \n  \nHeading to Greenbuild in Los Angeles? Join us for a relaxed happy hour with the AIA Los Angeles Committee on the Environment — right around the corner from the Convention Center. \nAudiograph Beer Co. | 1203 S Olive St\, Los Angeles\nTuesday\, November 4\, 2025 |  4:00 – 6:00 PM \nCome connect with fellow designers\, sustainability advocates\, and COTE members from across the country. We’ll be sharing updates on upcoming programs — including the Call for Proposals for the next 1.5°C Symposium — and raising a glass to low-carbon design and high spirits. \nNo RSVP needed. Just show up\, bring a friend\, and help spread the word! \nPartners include AIA California and The William J. Worthen Foundation. Generously sponsored by Practice and Audiograph Beer Company. \nAIA Committee on the Environment (COTE) \nhashtag#Greenbuild hashtag#AIACOTE hashtag#AIALosAngeles hashtag#Sustainability hashtag#Architecture hashtag#ClimateAction hashtag#Networking hashtag#HappyHour
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aia-la-cote-on-tap-low-carbon-high-spirits-greenbuild-edition-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Audiograph Beer Co.\, 1203 S Olive St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Committees,Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20250305T195949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T165734Z
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2025 Quarterly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as an opportunity for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and to discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2025: \nWednesday\, April 2 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE\nWednesday\, June 4 (12pm – 1pm) – RSVP HERE\nWednesday\, September 24 (12pm – 1:30pm) –  RSVP HERE *in person. Location TBD in Downtown LA (AIA to identify host location)\nWednesday\, November 5 (12pm – 1pm) – PLEASE NOTE:  This meeting is being rescheduled\, and we’ll have a new date/ time confirmed ASAP. \nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE CONTEXT:\nFor the past 36+ months\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been organizing a quarterly series of roundtable discussions\, which serve as an opportunity to further connect the architecture community and LADWP development services personnel. These quarterly roundtables help to establish a more collaborative partnership and facilitate opportunities to identify solutions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. \nIn general\, the quarterly meetings serve as forums to: \n1. Build trust and understanding between LADWP personnel and the private sector (architects/ designers/ engineers).\n2. Develop compassion and empathy to better understand each other’s professional priorities and implementation tactics.\n3. Allow idea exchange and interaction — to learn from each other and to test out new methods and performance standards.\n4. Establish greater context for how environmental justice\, shade equity\, climate mitigation\, urban heat island\, tree canopy\, building decarbonization\, housing affordability\, 100% electrification\, on-site generation\, and urban design are all inter-related (and therefore require a more connected partnership between LADWP and the architecture community implementing the infrastructure framework to address all of these inter-related challenges).\n5. Expedite and streamline LADPW’s development services. \nMore specifically\, the quarterly forums allow for: \n1. Improve the architects’ understanding of specific LADWP rules\, regulations\, standards\, and procedures – and offer helpful insight on how to better improve those specific regulations and standards to achieve more optimal outcomes.\n2. Create pathways to achieve greater flexibility and clarity of purpose for why certain variances and modifications are necessary\, helpful\, and/or mutually beneficial.\n3. Identify obstacles to implementation\n4. Establish pilot programs to test out new ideas and innovative solutions.\n5. Establish an inventory of code-related obstacles and analyze which codes and regulations may need to be modified/ altered to achieve more effective outcomes\n6. Map out strategies for how to better leverage resources\n7. Prioritize changes in equipment size\, models\, standards\, and ‘cultural habits’ that can assist in delivering positive results (healthier urban design\, greater biodiversity\, safer working conditions\, a more beautiful and less stressful public realm\, etc.)\n8. Identify opportunities to leverage best practices from Southern California Edison as it relate to design standards and protocols that promote more verdant ecosystems in integration with utility infrastructure (relationship between street trees and landscaping w/ utility infrastructure\, etc) and the ability to utilize alternative materials that promote a ‘greener\,’ and less stressful public realm.\n9. The exploration of third-party services\, peer review\, and self-certification\, etc. \nSome of the direct outcomes achieved to date include: \n1. Improved staffing and processing times at BOE for utility permits\n2. More permissible variances for staging areas and transformer pads\, etc.\n3. Streamlined processes for 100% affordable housing (ED #1)\n4. Amortization of line extensions\, etc\n5. Deeper trust between AIA Los Angeles and LADWP leadership \nIn the future\, as the impact of these sessions further evolves and demonstrates results\, we’d like to make certain: \n1. These forums serve as a model for how other LA City departments can deepen relationships with the private sector to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.\n2. Deepen the trust between LADWP and the citizens/ residents/ professionals/ clients it serves. \nWe applaud LADWP’s leadership in prioritizing the partnership between AIA Los Angeles and the utility. If LADWP’s communication team can help us communicate and celebrate the impact of these forums\, the general public will benefit from a deeper understanding of how public and private partnerships can help achieve positive results for all. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2025-quarterly-meetings-nov-5-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:Joint AIA|LA UDC & APA LA Section Community Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Joint LA AIA UDC & APA LA Section Community Mixer\nDate: Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\nTime: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nLocation: Mrs. Fish\, 448 S Hill St\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013 \nSchedule: \n\n6:00 PM – Networking & Welcome\n7:00 PM – Speaker Remarks\n8:00 PM – Reception\n\nDescription:\nThe LA AIA Urban Design Committee (UDC)\, in collaboration with the APA Los Angeles Section\, is proud to host the 2nd Annual Community Mixter at Mrs. Fish in Downtown Los Angeles. This year’s event will focus on mobility and community planning initiatives surrounding major events such as LA28. Short talks will be given by representatives from LA Metro and other community-based organizations. \nPlease note: This event does not seek sponsorship directly from LA28. \nBackground:\nThe Mixter aims to facilitate an exchange of ideas inspired by LA28’s “lasting legacy” initiative\, as requested by the International Olympic Committee\, which emphasizes identifying meaningful local investments beyond the Games. This aligns with the LA AIA UDC’s ongoing commitment to community planning for large-scale events shaping Los Angeles. \nBuilding on discussions from LA AIA’s Ecompass 2023\, this event continues the conversation on equitable\, healthy\, and inclusive outcomes that strengthen Los Angeles communities impacted by transformative urban events. \nDiscussion Topics:\nGuests are encouraged to share brief insights on one or more of the following themes: \n\nMobility for Large Events\nLocal Initiatives\nInternational Transit-Oriented Communities\nCommunity Planning Concepts\n\nThis is an informal gathering—no PowerPoint or formal presentation is required. \nInvited Guests Include: \n\nLivable Communities\nUCLA / International Fellow\nACLA\nAIA|LA JEDI\nSCAG\nSoLa Impact\n\nParking & Transit:  \nAIA|LA encourages everyone to walk\, bike\, or ride METRO. \nThe AIA|LA Urban Design Committee Mission Statement \nDoes anyone care about urban space today? Whatever happened to visionary urban design? Where is the model for Los Angeles? Is there a model for Los Angeles? Isn’t it the architect’s job to design the city? Can we envision and support non-commercialized collective spaces? Can we be radically optimistic about the future without seeming naive? Doesn’t the term “Urban Design” sound banal\, academic\, and indeterminate? Why is that? Can we change that? Is there political viability for large-scale ambitious planning initiatives? How can infrastructural investment alter and improve the way the city functions? What is the new mayor going to do about homelessness\, and how can we\, as architects\, help? Not to say anything about the policy\, regulations\, and red tape that govern land use\, planning\, and development\, but if we had to say something about it\, where would we even start? What about the history of redlining\, discriminatory lending practices\, and segregation that has produced our present urban patterns? Can architects help foster an agenda of spatial equity in the city? Can small-scale interventions be more effective than large-scale propositions in making a more liveable city? How can return on investment be measured\, other than in dollars and cents? Mass Timber sounds great\, but what’s the story behind the sustainability argument? How can we develop the city more sustainably? Remember all that fuss about the LA River? What’s going on there? Same question\, but about the Olympics? How much impact can an individual building have on the life of a city? What are the best practices for designing housing today? How can architects best respond to the current State of Emergency? Can we\, as a profession\, be more proactive in proposing solutions that we want to see implemented? \nThe AIA|LA Urban Design Committee believes that we can\, and should. Our mission is about asking questions\, fostering discussions\, proposing solutions\, and illustrating visions for the future of Los Angeles. \n  \nAIA|LA Urban Design Committee Leadership: \n \nKelly Nicholas\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C – Associate\, ZGF ARCHITECTS & Chair\, AIA|LA Urban Design Committee \nKelly is a licensed architect practicing at ZGF Architects in Downtown Los Angeles. A graduate of Rice University\, she has over 15 years of experience in the design and construction industry\, working on a variety of project types while practicing at firms in Singapore\, Texas\, New York\, and California. Having spent most of her adult life living in downtowns of major cities\, her passion for urban density\, adaptive reuse\, public transit\, and walkability make her an enthusiastic advocate of the Urban Design Committee and its initiatives. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nJonathan Rieke\, AIA – Project Leader\, West of West & Past-Chair\, AIA|LA Urban Design Committee \nJonathan is a Project Leader at West of West\, with experience ranging from residential interiors to large-scale ground-up development projects. He is a registered architect in California\, Michigan\, and Ohio and has previously worked as a designer for several award-winning firms including The Los Angeles Design Group\, Bjarke Ingels Group\, and Morphosis Architects. Jonathan has held academic positions at the University of Southern California\, The Ohio State University\, and Kent State University where he was the Schidlowski Emerging Faculty Fellow. Jonathan received his Master of Architecture from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design\, where he was awarded the James Templeton Kelley Prize for best graduate thesis\, and his Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDarnell Parker II\, Assoc. AIA – Founder & CEO\, Global Youth Camp & Vice-Chair\, AIA|LA Urban Design Committee \nDarnell Parker II is an experienced Design Professional II\, Senior Designer\, and Job Captain with more than five years of professional work experience in architecture and two years of planning. He is most passionate about helping others\, particularly black and brown youth around the globe. As the former\, United States Returned Peace Corps Volunteer of the Republic of Moldova\, AmeriCorps Vista Volunteer at Community Housing Partners (Christiansburg\, Virginia)\, Lieutenant Governor at Badger Boys State (Ripon\, Wisconsin)\, President of the NOMA Student Chapter at Virginia Tech\, Chairman and Director of Membership of APA Los Angeles Section\, and Co-Chair of Membership of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Los Angeles\, he decided to start the Global Youth Camp AEP. Darnell holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Architecture as well as a Master’s in Urban Regional Planning obtained from an accredited college at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/joint-aiala-udc-apa-la-section-community-mixer/
LOCATION:Mrs. Fish\, 448 S Hill St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Panel,Presentation,Professional Development,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA Legislative Day at City Hall 2025
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA Legislative Day at City Hall: Connecting Architects & Designers with Civic Leadership\nThis year\, with the exception of a few meetings\, we will be meeting in person with our civic leaders at City Hall\, which will help strengthen our connection to the policymakers shaping the built environment.  We will also have several virtual meetings on Zoom\, as well.   \n\nShape the Future of LA’s Built Environment: Join AIA|LA Legislative Day at City Hall!\nYour City. Your Expertise. Your Voice. \nAIA|LA Legislative Day(s) at City Hall: December 4-10\, 2025 \nCalling all Architects & Designers! \nThe future of Los Angeles is being shaped right now\, in the halls of power\, through policies that directly impact our built environment. AIA|LA Legislative Day(s) at City Hall is your unparalleled opportunity to step forward\, connect directly with civic leaders\, and ensure that the voice of design is not just heard\, but leads the conversation. \nThis isn’t just a series of meetings; it’s a powerful\, collective movement to advocate for smarter\, more resilient\, and more equitable development in our city. \nWhy Your Participation is Absolutely Critical: \nBe the Expert Voice: Policymakers need your specialized knowledge on planning\, land use\, zoning\, and building codes. Without you\, crucial decisions are made in a vacuum. \nDrive Real Change: Directly influence the policies that will define LA’s future – from urgently needed housing affordability and sustainable development to the revitalization of our civic core. \nElevate Our Profession: Demonstrate the indispensable value of architects and designers\, solidifying our seat at the decision-making table and shaping the built environment with purpose. \nNetwork & Empower: Connect with passionate peers\, amplify your impact\, and be part of a community actively building a better Los Angeles for everyone. \nThis year\, we’re returning to City Hall in person\, strengthening our direct connection with the policymakers who need your insights most! A few virtual meetings will also be available for flexibility. \nMandatory & Highly Recommended Orientation: Monday\, December 1 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Virtual – Zoom) Join us to delve into the 2025 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform and prepare for impactful meetings. This is where you’ll gain the critical context and confidence to make your voice count. [RSVP FOR ORIENTATION HERE] \nSpaces are limited – secure your spot and make your impact! Contact Will Wright at Will{@}aialosangeles.org to learn more about how you can contribute to shaping the future of our city. \nDon’t just witness the future of LA being built – help design it! Join us. Your city needs you. \nTogether\, let’s build a thriving Los Angeles for everyone! \n\nAIA|LA Legislative Day(s) at City Hall\nOur annual Legislative Day(s) at City Hall is scheduled over the course of several days from December 4 to December 10\, and will be an in-person event at LA City Hall (except for a few that will be on zoom as noted below). \n\nMonday\, December 1\n(4:00pm – 5:00pm) *On Zoom \nThe 2025 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform & Legislative Day at City Hall ORIENTATION (*mandatory & helpful) \nJoin this meeting to learn more about the 2025 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform and what to expect during our upcoming meetings for our annual meetings at Los Angeles City Hall. \nRSVP HERE #Orientation \nThursday\, December 4\n(1:00 pm – 1:50pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Councilmember Ysabel Jurado – District 14\n200 N. Spring Street\, Suite 425\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n(3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Deputy Chief David Perez – Office of the Fire Marshal & Deputy Chief Joe Everett –  Administrative Operations \n\nOffice of the Fire Marshal\n200 N. Main Street\, Room 1770\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\nFriday\, December 5\n\n(10:00 am – 11:00 am)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Office of Councilmember Rodriguez – District 7\n200 N Spring Street\, Rm 455\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(11:00 am – 11:45 am)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Office of Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky – District 5\n200 N. Spring Street\, Suite 440\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Councilmember Adrin Nazarian – District 2\n200 N. Spring St.\, Room 435\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Office of Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez – District 1\n200 N. Spring Street\, Room 460\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(2:00 pm – 2:30 pm) \nAIA|LA meeting w/ Office of Councilmember Traci Park – District 11 \n200 N. Spring Street\, Room 410\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Councilmember Bob Blumenfield – District 3\n200 N. Spring St. #465\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n\nMonday\, December 8\n\n(12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)\nAIA|LA Quarterly Meeting w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nOn Zoom // RSVP HERE.\n\n\nTuesday\, December 9\n\n(9:00 am – 9:50 am)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Interim City Engineer Mata\, Ms. Weintraub\, AIA\, & Mr. Moklebust\, P.E.\, – Bureau of Engineering\, City of LA\nOn Zoom // RSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(10:00 am – 11:00 am)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Mayor Karen Bass\nOn Zoom // RSVP HERE.\n\n\n\n(1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting with Councilmember Nithya Raman – District 4\nOn Zoom // RSVP HERE.\n  \nMEETING(s) RESCHEDULED & CONFIRMED FOR 2026 \nWednesday\, January 14\, 2026\n(11:30am – 12:00pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Matt Szabo – City Administrative Officer\n\n200 N. Main St. Suite 1500\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n\n  \nTuesday\, January 27\, 2026\n(2:00 pm – 2:50 pm)\nAIA|LA meeting w/ Vince Bertoni – Director\, Los Angeles City Planning  & Kevin Keller – Executive Officer\, Los Angeles City Planning\n200 N. Spring Street\, Suite 525\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nRSVP HERE.\n  \n\nIf you’d like to get more involved in helping to shape our biggest advocacy event of the year\, then please reach out to me at will@aialosangeles.org. \n### \nThe 2025 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform (DRAFT) \nThe 2024 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2023 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2022 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2021 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2020 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2019 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \nThe 2018 AIA|LA Advocacy Platform \n2018\n2017\n2014\n\n2013 \n2012\n\nStrategic objectives include: \n\nTo change the nature of the architecture profession and inspire architects to become more civically engaged\, i.e.\, to be a designer and a citizen\, is one and the same.\nTo change the culture of our City and our civic leadership\, architects and system-wide design-thinking need to become a more integral aspect of their mental landscape.\n\nWe aim to achieve this by creating: \n\nAn open and inclusive initiative that is strategically programmed with relevant and progressive action items and policy platforms\, which will further connect the shared values of a multi-disciplinary group of architects\, urban designers\, city planners\, and policymakers to help make a healthier\, more beautiful\, and more highly functional Los Angeles region.\nA committed group of task-force member volunteers (Political Outreach Committee)\, comprised of architects\, that establishes an annual slate of issue briefs and policy recommendations.\nTargeted meetings with council members\, deputy mayors\, general managers\, and commissioners. We aim to schedule the critical mass of these meetings on one day (December 3\, 2020) at Los Angeles City Hall. However\, additional meetings will be coordinated throughout the year with more public agencies throughout the region\, such as METRO\, Los Angeles County\, LAUSD\, and the cities of Culver City\, West Hollywood\, Santa Monica\, Inglewood\, Beverly Hills\, etc.\n\nWill you join us?\nTo be successful\, AIA|LA Legislative Day at City Hall will rely on a committed group of AIA members to serve as a critical leadership resource. If you’re interested in getting more involved\, please RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org to receive more details. \nTo prepare for December 6th\, we will organize a virtual debriefing roundtable discussion in advance to share our annual advocacy platform and bring everyone up to speed on how to best prepare for our annual Legislative Day at City Hall. \nTo discover which City Council District you live in\, check online HERE.\n \nPlease note:  this is an exclusive opportunity for AIA members\, AIA Associates\, and AIA Allied Affiliated Members.  If you’d like to join the AIA\, then please CLICK HERE for more details. \nThe Leadership of the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee: \n\n2025 Co-Chair:  John Arnold\, AIA – Partner\, KFA Architecture\n2025 Co-Chair:  Carlos Augusto Garcia\, AIA\, NCARB\, WELL AP – Associate Principal\, Brooks + Scarpa\n2024 Co-Chair:  John Arnold\, AIA – Partner\, KFA Architecture\n2024 Co-Chair:  Carlos Augusto Garcia\, AIA\, NCARB\, WELL AP – Associate Principal\, Brooks + Scarpa\n2023 Co-Chair: Chava Danielson\, AIA – Principal\, DSH // architecture\n2023 Co-Chair: Rick Corsini\, AIA – Principal\, Corsini Stark Architects\nPast Co-Chair: Casey Shenton Hughes\, AIA –Principal\, Casey Hughes Architects (CHA)\nPast Co-Chair: Tracy Stone\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C – Principal Architect\, Tracy A. Stone Architect\n\n\n  \n \nJohn Arnold\, AIA – Partner\, KFA Architecture \nWith an interest in housing\, landscape\, and urban design\, John has contributed to much of KFA’s multi-family portfolio\, starting in 1999\, seeking to join great living spaces with their sites and the city as a whole. He has specialized in high-density urban projects and affordable/special needs buildings throughout Los Angeles. Concurrently\, John heads up KFA’s adaptive reuse work and has completed over a dozen projects in existing buildings with historic designation. John enjoys community outreach and participates in many of KFA’s public presentations. He is actively involved in his South LA neighborhood of Jefferson Park with planning and zoning issues\, being a long-time board member of the United Neighborhoods NC. John is currently serving on AIA|LA’s Board of Directors as AIA CA Representative and serves on the board of Abode Communities Housing. In 2023\, John started the restoration of the historic Paul Williams residence in West Adams. \n  \n  \n  \n \nCarlos Augusto Garcia\, AIA\, NCARB\, WELL AP – Associate Principal\, BROOKS + SCARPA \nCarlos Augusto Garcia is a designer\, artist\, and Associate Principal at Brooks + Scarpa where he is responsible for managing and hiring staff\, managing projects and developing office operations and procedures. He has 15 years of industry expertise\, specializing in strategic planning\, design research\, sustainability\, wellness\, and carbon reduction. His global outlook manifests through work with UIA World Congress of Architects\, New Buildings Institute\, National Endowment for the Arts\, and Los Angeles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio. Carlos serves on AIA National COTE Leadership Group\, ICC\, NCARB\, and ASHRAE committees\, influencing climate action\, greenhouse gas standards\, and inclusivity in the industry of architecture. His passion was ignited by his start in emergency management and disaster recovery in post-Katrina New Orleans\, where he completed B.Arch and M.Arch degrees from Tulane University. He is committed to pursuing dignity in practice\, promoting equity in both membership and leadership. \n  \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact:  \n\nWill Wright\, Hon. AIA|LA\nDirector\, Government & Public Affairs\nAmerican Institute of Architects | Los Angeles Chapter\n(213) 639-0764\nwill@aialosangeles.org
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-legislative-day-at-city-hall-2025/
LOCATION:Los Angeles City Hall\, 200 N. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Emerging Professionals,Networking,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly forums allow AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and hear status updates and emerging initiatives. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\n1.  Monday\, March 17 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n2. Monday\, June 16 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n3. Monday\, September 15 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n4. Monday\, December 8 (12pm – 1pm) = RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Monday\, December 8\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, June 16\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, September 15\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\nMonday\, December 8\, 2025 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST) – [RSVP HERE]\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/roundtable-w-osama-younan-p-e-dec-8-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:2025 AIA|LA Architecture in Healthcare Holiday Party & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS\nPlease join us and celebrate the holidays with your fellow healthcare designers! This party and fundraiser will benefit Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles.\nWe will be raising funds through a lively auction for Holidays from the Heart!  Through Holidays from the Heart sponsorship\, we seek to create hope for families by fulfilling some of their basic needs and alleviating some of the stress felt during the holiday season.\nThis amazing annual program supports hundreds of the most financially challenged patient families every year at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. In lieu of a ticket fee for this event\, please consider a donation of item(s) for our auction\, or you may also donate toys directly to Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles using their online registry.\n\nVisit these links to show your support:\nHolidays from the Heart & CHLA toy donation registry\nInstructions regarding donations for auction items will be emailed closer to the date.\n\nThank you and best wishes to everyone and their friends & families this holiday season!\n– AIA|LA Healthcare Committee\n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/2025-aiala-architecture-in-healthcare-holiday-party-fundraiser/
LOCATION:ARUP\, 900 Wilshire Blvd 19th floor\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Healthcare,Networking
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SUMMARY:Meet the Practices - HOK LA
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Practices – HOK LA\nPlease join us for a tour of HOK in Los Angeles. HOK is a global provider of planning\, design and delivery solutions for the built environment. Since the firm’s founding in 1955\, HOK has developed into one of the world’s largest\, most diverse and respected design practices. We employ more than 1\,700 professionals linked across a global network of 27 offices on three continents. Industry surveys consistently rank HOK among the leading firms in numerous building types\, specialties and regions\, and we have earned many awards and honors for our projects\, people and practice. \nLight Bites and Drinks will be served. \nWhere: \nHOK \n757 South Alameda Street\, Suite 400  |  Los Angeles\, CA 90021 USA \nParking Info: \nOnsite ROW DTLA Parking Garage available\, first 2 hours free. \nChargePoint EV stations are located on levels 1 and 3. \nTesla Supercharger stations are located on level 5. \nClick here to download the Parking Map. \nPlease plan accordingly. \n  \nThe AIA|LA “Meet the Practices” is a series of mixers and networking opportunities presented by the AIA|LA Professional Practice Committee
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/meet-the-practices-hok-la/
LOCATION:HOK\, 757 S Alameda St\, Suite 400\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Professional Practice Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
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SUMMARY:The Poetry of Illumination: Light\, Mood\, and Human Experience
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Jason O’Rear \n\n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using. To purchase a ticket\, please select the quantity of tickets you want next to the proper ticket tier using the + sign\, and then select “Get Tickets.”\n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nJoin us for an intimate panel discussion exploring the artistic and uniquely expressive potential of lighting in the built environment. Our panel of experts\, featuring a lighting designer\, architect\, interior designer\, and technology integrator\, will examine the intersection of human-centric design\, emerging lighting technology\, and evocative spatial experiences made possible through light. \nThe event will also feature a brief demonstration from the Lutron Los Angeles Design Studio with real-time examples of applications and effects discussed in the panel\, along with ample time for networking before and after the discussion. \nMODERATOR\n \nCarley Knobloch – Technology Advisor\, AudioVisions \nResidential Technology and Lighting Designer Carley Knobloch transforms houses into brilliantly responsive homes where technology whispers rather than shouts. She has been a TV personality for over a decade\, regularly appearing on shows like the Today Show and as HGTV’s Smart Home guru. A recent flood-turned-renovation sparked her passion for remodeling and unique perspective at the intersection of design and smart home technology. She now bridges the gap between architects\, interior designers\, and home automation specialists\, creating “intelligent homes” that blend technology and beauty without compromising a home’s aesthetic or usability. Carley’s 15-year career as a technology expert includes collaborations with premier brands like LG\, Samsung\, Citibank and Google. Her work has been featured in publications like Real Simple\, Good Housekeeping and Elle Decor.\n  \nSPEAKERS\n \nChris Shanley – Principal\, Marmol Radziner \nChris has been with Marmol Radziner since 1992. Beginning with Chris’ role as the Project Manager of the Kaufmann House restoration\, Chris has been integral to the firm’s historic preservation portfolio. Chris’ work includes the restoration of mid-century modern structures\, by Richard Neutra\, Rudolph Schindler\, and Cliff May\, the Santa Fe Federal Savings and Loan by E. Stewart Williams\, and the Century Plaza Hotel by Minoru Yamasaki. Chris is also involved with new construction\, including a residence on Maui and multiple residences in Malibu. Chris also oversees the firm’s large-scale development projects\, including the Cross Creek Ranch Development project in Malibu. \nChris holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Carnegie-Mellon University. \n \nTeal Brogden\, IALD\, MIES\, LC – Senior Principal & President\, HLB Lighting Design \nAs an avid listener\, Teal enjoys the refinement that comes with vetting concepts in a collaborative team forum. Just as there is balance inherent in light and shadow\, so too comes the balance of art and science\, aspiration and pragmatism\, in the final solution. \nTeal’s combined background in the arts and engineering puts her at ease with both the ephemeral and technical challenges inherent in lighting design. Her holistic design perspective has been honed and applied over three decades of industry leadership and iconic project work\, making her an invaluable team member that elevates the aspirations of every project she is involved in. \nTeal is a Senior Principal and President at HLB lighting design and a leader in HLB’s West Coast\, national and international efforts. She is a widely recognized award-winning industry leader and contributes to the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD)\, and a Board Advisor to the Rocky Mountain Lighting Academy. \n \nCarlos Madrid III – SOM \nCarlos Madrid III is a Senior Associate Principal in SOM’s Los Angeles studio with over two decades of experience designing buildings\, spaces\, and objects. With an aptitude for innovation\, his award-winning design contributions are consistently recognized for a rational yet provocative approach\, always driven by the betterment of the human experience. \nCarlos’ notable accomplishments include a 150\,000-square-foot headquarters for The Trade Desk in New York City; multiple projects for Loyola Marymount University (LMU) and a new bus shelter program for the City of Los Angeles that addresses social equity and climate change. \nCurrently\, he is working on the new Phu Quoc Convention Center in Vietnam\, an academic building for the School of Engineering at LMU and an urban furniture program for Diriyah\, Saudi Arabia.\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES – AIA CES: 2.0 LU|HSW Approved \nParticipants will be able to identify and describe at least three layered lighting strategies when evaluating existing or proposed architectural projects with sufficient detail to explain how each strategy contributes to spatial experience and occupant well-being. \nParticipants will be able to analyze and articulate the relationship between lighting design techniques and human circadian rhythms when reviewing interior environments in their practice by connecting specific lighting characteristics such as color temperature and intensity to their biological and psychological impacts. \nParticipants will be able to evaluate and recommend appropriate applications of warm-dim and tunable lighting technologies within the context of specific project types and client needs by weighing factors including wellness goals\, budget considerations\, and technical integration requirements. \nParticipants will be able to communicate and collaborate more effectively with lighting designers and technology integrators during the design and specification process using accurate terminology and demonstrating understanding of both artistic intent and technical implementation of holistic lighting approaches. \n\nIMPORTANT PARKING DETAILS\nThe Lutron Design Studio is located at 333 S. Grand Ave.\, Suite 1650\, Los Angeles\, CA 90071. \nIf you are driving\, please park in the garage located at 330 South Hope Street. (Use this address for your GPS.) \nEnter the garage and turn LEFT. Valet is complimentary and straight ahead on the P1 level. \nMake your way to the building lobby via the elevator in the parking garage and check in with the team\nat the security desk to access the showroom\, located on the 16th floor. \nFor any questions or concerns\, please call Ericson Hernandez directly at 310-498-0946. \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/the-poetry-of-illumination-light-mood-and-human-experience/
LOCATION:Lutron Experience Center\, 333 S Grand Ave Suite #1650\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Interior Architecture Committee,Learning Units,Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210124
CREATED:20260127T203709Z
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SUMMARY:Architects Designing Furniture: The Crossover of Craft & Space
DESCRIPTION:FOUR SEASONS THE SURFCLUB – UNITED STATES OF AMERICA HOSPITALITY \nImage Courtesy of Tribù \nEVENT DETAILS\nJoin AIA | LA Interior Architecture Committee and Tribù for an evening exploring the creative crossover between architecture\, interiors\, and furniture design—and how thinking at the scale of an object can transform the way we shape space. \nHosted inside the beautifully curated Tribù showroom\, this program features Marc Merckx\, William Hefner\, and Cory Grosser —practitioners who move fluidly between room and object and bring real-world insights on process\, craft\, culture\, and collaboration. \nTogether\, the panel will explore how designers translate spatial thinking into furniture (and back again)\, what shifts in materiality and detailing across scales\, and how teams navigate constraints like performance\, ergonomics\, and production—without losing the original design intent. Grounded in built work\, the conversation will also consider how thoughtful design shapes daily experience and creative culture\, and how interdisciplinary collaboration strengthens both the work and the communities it serves. \nRather than a free-form panel\, the evening is designed as a guided\, MC’d conversation led by Daniel Glaser and Pearse Lumb of Tribù\, with clear themes to keep the pace strong—plus built-in moments to bring the audience in. Expect a lively discussion\, practical takeaways\, and time to connect over food and drinks among the collections. \n  \nSPEAKERS\n  \n \nMarc Merckx \nMarc Merckx is an architect and furniture designer whose work bridges the disciplines of architecture\, interiors\, and product design. He designed the Tribù showroom and is also a designer of Tribù furniture collections\, bringing a rare perspective on how spatial concepts translate into objects—and how objects\, in turn\, shape the experience of a space. His work is defined by a commitment to craft\, materiality\, and the thoughtful relationship between form\, comfort\, and environment. \n  \n \nWilliam Hefner \nWilliam Hefner is a fifth-generation Californian and the founder of the architecture and design firm Studio William Hefner. Established in 1989 in Los Angeles\, the practice encompasses new and restoration architecture\, interior and furniture design\, and landscape architecture and design\, with a focus on luxury homes for modern living. Known for his versatility in both traditional and modernist architecture\, William has created landmark estates in a range of styles that share a devotion to craft and detail. His interest in environmental building has led to the application of sustainable practices throughout his portfolio. His work has been widely published in design books and magazines in the United States and abroad\, including Architectural Digest\, Wall Street Journal\, and beyond. William is the author of three books\, California Homes\, California Homes II\, and Chateau des Fleurs\, with a fourth set to be released in Spring 2027 with Rizzoli. He and his family split their time between Los Angeles and Montecito. \n  \n \nCory Grosser \nCory Grosser is an American product designer\, interior architect\, and art director. He is known for Happy Minimalism™\, a design philosophy centered on clarity\, reduction\, and optimism. A professor at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena\, Grosser’s work focuses on how design decisions shape human behavior\, understanding\, and trust. \n  \nLOCATION\nTribù Flagship Store LA \n8935 Beverly Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA 90048 \n  \nPARKING\nPlenty of parking is available in the Tribù parking lot. \n  \nTICKET PURCHASE INSTRUCTIONS & SUPPORT\n\n*Note to all registrants: When purchasing a ticket\, please double check that the address + zip code that you provide matches the billing information on the card you are using.* \nTo purchase a ticket\, please select the quantity of tickets you want next to the proper ticket tier using the + sign\, and then select “Get Tickets.” \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/architects-designing-furniture-the-crossover-of-craft-space/
LOCATION:Tribù Flagship Store LA\, 8935 Beverly Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Interior Architecture Committee,Networking,Panel
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