AIA Los Angeles

Charging Ahead: CALGreen EV Requirements for New Construction
2026-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual on Zoom
EVENT DETAILS
One of the biggest topics that building owners and operators need to be aware of in 2025 are important changes taking effect for electric vehicles (EVs) and EV infrastructure for California’s Green Building Code. California is aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by requiring more light, medium, and heavy-duty EV charging opportunities for the increased forecast of EV on California’s roadways. Part of that solution is providing more charging opportunities in new construction and major retrofits as the customer demand for charging increases.
This training summarizes the new and revised requirements in the California Green Building Code for light, medium, and heavy-duty EV requirements, and directs participants to informational resources that provide more in-depth information. These new requirements are mandated for multiple building types and parking lot designs for new construction and major retrofits. Join us to begin learning what the new California Green Building Code means to you and your customers.
This is a virtual event. Registered attendees will be sent a zoom link 24 hours prior to the event in the event confirmation email.

SPEAKERS

Grant Alpert – Consultant, West Monroe Partners
Grant Alpert is a consultant with over 9 years of experience in automated driving and sustainability. He brings expertise in project management, data analysis, and strategic communication, with experience across renewable energy, automotive, and sustainability sectors. He has spent time working on algorithms for automated driving at General Motors and various renewable deployment methods and technologies from his graduate degree consulting projects at the University of Michigan.
He is passionate about mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change to make the world a better place for the next generation. His current focus is on building codes and appliance standards, with an engineering lens driven by past experience in the automotive sector.
Grant has dual master’s degrees in Business Administration and Sustainable Systems from University of Michigan, and a bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Berkeley.

Dave Intner, AIA – Architect, SCE
Dave Intner is a Licensed Architect, LEED AP, and Certified Energy Manager with Southern California Edison’s Codes & Standards team. A graduate of Cal Poly SLO, Dave provides education and outreach supporting Building Decarbonization and Energy Code Compliance Improvement. He leads several initiatives focusing on zero net carbon design and energy codes, including case study books showcasing nonresidential and multifamily Zero Net Carbon design projects. Other roles at SCE have included managing the field engineering group and providing direct design and incentive support to high-performing LEED and net-zero buildings in the Savings by Design Program.
Prior to SCE, Dave practiced architecture for 15 years on buildings of just about every type including custom residential, affordable housing, university buildings, and cultural facilities. A LEED Accredited Professional for over 20 years, Dave also guided several early high-performance projects through the full LEED certification process.
Dave is the current Vice Chair of the AIA California Climate Action Committee, is a board member of CABEC (the California Building Energy Consultants), a past board member of USGBC Los Angeles and has served on the LEED Energy and Atmosphere Technical Advisory Group (EA-TAG). He is also a Past President of the AIA Ventura County.

AIA CES: 1.0 LU|HSW Approved
1 hour California MCE (Net Zero Carbon Design)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Identify the structure, scope, and applicability of CALGreen Title 24, Part 11 as it relates to EV infrastructure requirements for residential and non‑residential buildings, including mandatory and voluntary provisions.
2. Interpret key updates in the 2025 CALGreen code cycle, including requirements effective January 2026 affecting EVSE‑installed spaces, connector standards (J3400), and changes to multifamily EV infrastructure classifications.
3. Apply CALGreen EV requirements to real‑world design scenarios, evaluating impacts on parking layouts, electrical load planning, conduit sizing, and project scope for new construction, additions, and alterations.
4. Assess the role of Automatic Load Management Systems (ALMS) in meeting CALGreen EV charging requirements while minimizing electrical service upgrades and maintaining code compliance.
5. Navigate CALGreen compliance documentation and local enforcement processes, including use of compliance forms, coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and interpretation of feasibility exceptions for EV infrastructure.

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Urban Design Review Session 08.04.26
2026-08-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom
The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions
Architects & designers passionate about improving the design quality of newly proposed projects throughout the City of Los Angeles are encouraged to participate in the AIA|LA & Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) Professional Volunteer Program (PVP).
WHAT:
We will be coordinating the following urban design review sessions, which will serve as opportunities for leading design talent to help the Los Angles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio critically review upcoming projects throughout our City.
WHERE:
All of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access.
REGISTER HERE
WHEN:
The first, second, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm. Full List of Dates
WHY:
The review sessions will will enable a rotating pool of architects and designers the opportunity to provide insightful and critical design feedback on pending projects that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission. As a volunteer, you will help educate planning staff on urban design issues and complex urban typologies and you will have the chance to provide project specific urban design advice for planning staff’s consideration.
HOW:
We’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions. Join us by registering for two or three sessions here.
TO PREPARE: The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches:

Pedestrian-First Design
360 Degree Design
Climate-Adapted Design

Citywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework
Landscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places
Low-Rise Design Lab
Street Design Modernization Virtual Hub
DISCLAIMER:
PVP discussions provide an opportunity for an open discussion with the notion that the information is to remain confidential and not shared in any other public or private forums. Anonymity shall be maintained by all PVP participants at all times.
Questions? Please contact Will Wright for more information.
REGISTER HERE

Proton Therapy: What No One Tells You
2026-07-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Stantec, 801 S Figueroa St, Third Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90017, United States
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EVENT DETAILS
High-performing proton therapy doesn’t start with the machine—it starts with the decisions you make early. Proton therapy is reshaping cancer care, but delivering these facilities is anything but straightforward. The biggest risks, and opportunities, are locked in long before design begins, at the intersection of clinical goals, system selection, and project realities.
This session brings an integrated AEC lens to one of the most complex facility types in healthcare. We’ll examine how the choice between single-room and multi-room systems drives critical planning and design outcomes from space and shielding to infrastructure, cost, and feasibility. Grounded in project experience, our team will share strategies and lessons learned to improve certainty, streamline delivery, and avoid common pitfalls. If you’re evaluating proton therapy, this session will help you make smarter early decisions and set your project up for success from day one.

SPEAKERS

Franck LeBousse – Principal, Stantec
Franck is a hands-on architect with more than 30 years of experience in architecture and design. For over a decade Franck has focused on bringing unique solutions to healthcare and proton therapy projects. His award-winning designs demonstrate his ability to blend complex technical elements with contextual aesthetic solutions. His efforts were recently recognized at a national level for his work on the New York Proton Center and Penn Medicine Presbyterian Proton Therapy Center. Franck is a regular speaker at NAPT and PTCOG conferences where he advocates for the advancement of architecture and design in healthcare and proton therapy.

Martina Botturi – Managing Principal, BR+A Consulting Engineers

Martina Botturi is Managing Principal of BR+A’s Los Angeles office and an electrical engineer specializing in the design of particle therapy facilities. With more than 15 years of experience and projects spanning multiple countries, she works closely with proton therapy equipment vendors, healthcare organizations, and project teams to optimize facility infrastructure and navigate the technical complexities of proton therapy projects. Her expertise bridges the gap between clinical technology, facility design, and project delivery to support efficient and successful implementation of these highly specialized centers.

Rudy Amato – Project Executive | Proton & Imaging SME – DPR Construction
Rudy Amato serves as DPR Construction’s National Healthcare Proton Therapy Subject Matter Expert, providing leadership and technical guidance across complex proton therapy projects nationwide. As an industry-leading expert with extensive experience in proton therapy delivery, vendor coordination, construction quality control, and facility commissioning, he brings specialized expertise in system integration, mass-concrete quality control, radiation-shielding coordination, and commissioning readiness to support the safe, precise, and reliable delivery of advanced cancer treatment facilities.

AIA CES: 2.0 LU|HSW Approved
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1) Understand how early decisions shape outcomes: Compare single-room and multi-room proton therapy systems and how each choice influences planning, space, and clinical workflow.
2) Learn how system selections translate into real design implications: Explore the architectural, structural, and MEP demands of proton therapy—from shielding and infrastructure to coordination across disciplines.
3) Gain insight into evaluating the impact of early choices on project success: How system selection affects feasibility, including cost, schedule, constructability, and long-term flexibility.
4) Apply integrated strategies to improve delivery: Identify practical ways to align clinical, design, and construction teams to reduce risk, streamline delivery, and achieve high-performing outcomes.

TRANSPORTATION & PARKING INFORMATION
Metro:
The Stantec Office is conveniently located just one block south of the 7th Street Metro Station, making it easily accessible by public transit.
Parking:
You can park underneath the 801 S. Figueroa building (expensive), with entry to the parking ramp from the south side of 8th Street.
For more affordable parking options, there is a garage next door at 990 W 8th Street, which can also be accessed from Francisco Street.

AIA|LA Site Tour/Lunch and Learn hosted by MODAA Construction at Mandarin Oriental Residences, Beverly Hills, CA
2026-07-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Mandarin Oriental Residences, Beverly Hills, CA, 9200 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212, United States
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EVENT DETAILS
Join us for a tour of our restaurant build at the renowned Mandarin Oriental Residences, Beverly Hills, CA.
MODAA Construction will provide a catered lunch and refreshments as we cover learning objectives and elaborate on how the architect influences RFI volume, sequencing, cost, and schedule.

SPEAKER

Rosie Abramyan – Co-Founder of MODAA Construction
Rosie Abramyan has spent over 18 years in luxury construction, and she’s learned that the most important work often happens before a single wall goes up.
As Co-Founder of MODAA Construction, she’s built her career at the intersection of vision and execution, leading projects from the earliest planning conversations through final delivery. Her background in general contracting, construction management, and pre-construction consulting has shaped how she thinks about every project: methodically, creatively, and always with an eye on what the numbers are actually saying. Value engineering isn’t a buzzword in her world. It’s how great spaces get built without the process unraveling.
She built MODAA alongside her husband, her business partner and, by most accounts, her favorite person to debate a project decision with. Together they’ve grown something that started small and became something the industry respects. And somewhere along the way, she landed on a truth that quietly guides everything she does: you can either build an ego or a beautiful life, you can’t do both. She chose the latter, and it shows in how she works, how she leads, and what she values.
When she’s not deep in a project, Rosie is on the tennis court, in her garden, or somewhere with a glass of French wine she’s probably been looking forward to all week. She starts her day with meditation and coffee. Above everything else, she celebrates being a mom and the life she’s built with the people she loves most.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
AIA CES: 1.0 LU Applied For
-COMMON SEQUENCING MISTAKES
-HOW LATE OR INCOMPLETE DESIGN DECISIONS TRIGGER RFIS
-THE ARCHITECT’S INFLUENCE
-BEST PRACTICES FOR REDUCING RFI VOLUME
-RIPPLE EFFECTS ON SCHEDULE AND PROCUREMENT

PARKING
Street parking is available.

Urban Design Review Session 07.21.26
2026-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Advanced Framing: Quality Building with Less Lumber
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual on Zoom
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EVENT DETAILS
Most houses are built with a surplus of wood framing that isn’t structurally necessary. Reducing that volume of wood means less cost and more insulation, especially in wall assemblies. The course will go over the basics of wood framing, then take you beyond typical framing practices and why alternatives are important. We’ll cover framing technical terms like “O.C.,” Cripple, Trimmer, etc. and delve into alternative systems such as Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS). We’ll discuss Framing Factors and how they affect your energy compliance report. This course will also cover the origin of Advanced Framing and why it’s a great choice when framing buildings with wood, even with exterior clad insulation.
This is a virtual event. Registered attendees will be sent a zoom link 24 hours prior to the event in the event confirmation email.

SPEAKER

Ron Kliewer – Owner of Kliewer & Associates
Ron Kliewer started out framing and remodeling homes and additions, becoming a custom home builder/ General Contractor, moving on to Special Inspector, then BPI and IR Certified. He has worked around the world, building everything from an outhouse to nuclear power plants, while wearing many hats including Framer, Finish Carpenter, Cabinetmaker, Electrician, Plumber, Special Inspector and Project Manager. He started building with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) decades ago, and more recently used his expertise to manage the new construction and retrofits of over 2 dozen award winning energy efficient light commercial projects and the High-Performance Walls/ Attics “Smart Home” display at Southern California Edison’s (SCE), Energy Education Center in Irwindale.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Describe key components and terminology of residential wood framing systems, including common members and spacing conventions.
2. Apply advanced framing techniques to reduce unnecessary lumber use while maintaining structural integrity and improving wall assembly performance.
3. Analyze how framing factors influence thermal performance and are reflected in Title 24 compliance documentation.
4. Evaluate the cost, material, and labor savings potential of advanced framing methods compared to conventional practices, including their suitability for projects with exterior continuous insulation

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Samsung HVAC Design Elements
2026-07-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Center for Communities, 4450 West Adams, Los Angeles, CA, 90016
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EVENT DETAILS
Samsung HVAC is one of the fastest growing HVAC manufacturers across the globe. Making sure we meet the comfort requirements of our occupants is the minimum. Samsung HVAC goes beyond that, implementing technology to optimize comfort and unique design elements that lend the product to aesthetic and modern buildings not typical of HVAC equipment . This presentation will cover those points as well as utilizing new Samsung controls for multi building management.

SPEAKER

Mehdi Zahiri- Director of Applied Sales
Mehdi Zahiri is the “West Director of Applied Sales” for Samsung HVAC. Prior to the role he was dedicated to southern California, providing support to help make Samsung the fastest growing VRF manufacturer in California. Samsung HVAC is an industry leader in technology and provides energy efficient and aesthetically appealing products to modern commercial and residential buildings. Mehdi’s main goal is to provide engineers, contractors, architects , building owners and distributors with the tools and design knowledge to make sure they have the most advantageous product for their application.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Residential : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAD3NVNPd6k&t=8s
Hotel : http://youtube.com/watch?v=BhoSTiev5BI&t=7s
Office : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21n-dnDDpF0
Restaurant : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTFeZyxE33Y
Retail : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENDPm6546oA&t=8s
Samsung DVM S HR Solution : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThXH2k1i3GI
GYM & School : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMwc5DXzuzc
SmartThings Pro : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQOHujocTuE

PARKING
Street parking is available. Please be mindful of the signage.
Please do not park in the lots of RLA Church or other local businesses.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!
SAMSUNG HVAC

Urban Design Review Session 07.14.26
2026-07-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Industry Partner Panel Series: Architect Round Table
2026-07-09 17:30 - 19:30 | HOK, 757 S Alameda St, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA, 90021, United States
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EVENT DETAILS
All Architects share the same goal: bringing design to life through clear contract documents and collaboration with our Client and Contractor Partners. As the Second in our Collaboration series, this panel will explore the realities of these relationships focusing on the challenges architects face in producing Contract documents, ranging from meeting schedules, documentation coordination and clarity, cost control and communication and coordination in the field during construction.
Through an open, candid conversation, panelists will discuss how stronger collaboration and a more aligned, partnership-driven approach can help bridge gaps between design and construction, ultimately improving outcomes for the entire project team.

MODERATOR

Ken Farrell, AIA – Senior Project Manager, HOK
Ken Farrell is a registered architect with more than 20 years of experience leading complex, technically demanding projects from concept through construction. His portfolio spans a wide range of market sectors, including corporate headquarters, multi-family residential, mixed-use, entertainment, aviation, hospitality, museum, government, and institutional, reflecting the kind of versatile expertise that allows him to move fluidly between project types and scales. Ken serves as the primary client contact on his projects, maintaining close communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams across all phases of development, from conceptual design and entitlement through construction administration. His ability to align stakeholders around a shared design vision while keeping projects on track is a consistent throughline across his career. Ken has also helped lead numerous projects to LEED certification, adding a sustainability dimension to his technical and managerial range.

SPEAKERS

Luciana Vidal – Project Manager, HOK
Luciana is a Project Manager with over 20 years of architectural experience, both in Southern California and internationally. She is an expert at navigating the challenges of complex project ownership and stakeholder structures, as well as maintaining excellent communications with the client, contractor, consultants, vendors and trades.

William Wallace, AIA – Senior Associate, Woods Bagot
A seasoned practitioner with more than three decades of experience, William excels at navigating complex architectural challenges with calm precision. He has a fluency in the delivery process from start to finish which allows him to gracefully synthesize technical rigor with artistic intent. William feels that true design excellence lies in the creation of a ‘transcendent whole’—spaces that move beyond functionality to engage the occupant on an intuitive level. Believing that documentation is an inextricable step in that process, he strives for clarity and quality on every sheet.

Steve Zimmerman, AIA – Associate Director, SOM
Steven Zimmerman is the Technical Leader of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill’s Los Angeles studio. He applies over four decades of expertise to a diverse portfolio of award-winning projects, ranging from sophisticated interiors to complex commercial, civic, and cultural developments. His work is defined by a deep commitment to refined craftsmanship, advocacy for sustainable design principles, and the seamless integration of systems into elegant technical solutions.

Steven Hergert, AIA – Technical Director, Gensler
With 35 years of experience, Steven has worked on an array of large commercial, private and public multi-phased projects. From project inception through construction, Steven’s focus as a Technical Director is refining and developing the design through collaborative technical development, systems integration, and documentation. His goal is to create and evolve design documentation to be more efficient and intelligent with every project. Helping his team advance and grow is equally as important. Mentoring, coaching, and witnessing his colleagues advance is his true passion. From airports to convention centers, to educational and medical facilities, Steven’s focus has always been about creating lasting, inspiring, and engaging environments that are impeccably detailed. His most recent work includes projects such as the San Diego Airport New Terminal 1 Project, the Midfield Satellite Concourse, as well as the Terminal 4 Redevelopment Project at LAX.

PARKING
Parking Garage on site (757 S Alameda Street, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90021) – HOK

Urban Design Review Session 07.07.26
2026-07-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Advancing Building Decarbonization Through High Performance Measures
2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual on Zoom
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EVENT DETAILS
The importance of energy efficiency in the built environment has become well accepted over the past few decades. Significant advances have been made in design practices, codes, and technology that contribute to improved building energy efficiency. Despite these advances, there remains urgency in making additional gains in energy efficiency to advance building decarbonization and address climate change. This session will review how establishing specific energy goals at the design stage for a project and implementing emerging high-performance measures provide significant additional opportunity for built environment energy efficiency gains and decarbonization. Technologies across the building envelope, mechanical system and end uses will be reviewed, highlighting how intentional design choices can drive these advancements.
This is a virtual event. Registered attendees will be sent a zoom link 24 hours prior to the event in the event confirmation email.
ZOOM DETAILS
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Meeting ID: 895 6761 1445
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SPEAKER

Maggie Zou, PE, LEED AP, PMP – Building Performance Consultant
Maggie Zou is a Building Performance Consultant at Willdan with over 15 years of experience in sustainability, energy strategy, and environmental engineering. As a licensed Professional Engineer and certified Project Management Professional, she brings a deep technical foundation and strategic insight to support energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts across commercial, institutional, and residential sectors.
Maggie holds dual master’s degrees in environmental and thermal engineering and is passionate about applying systems thinking to solve complex sustainability challenges.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Compare and contrast different energy-related goals for the built environment and their impact on the intent of the design.
Understand the intersection of built environment energy efficiency and built environment decarbonization.
Identify emerging high-performance measures that reduce building energy consumption and help decarbonize the built environment.
Identify methods and tools for evaluating high-performance measures during the design process to determine the benefits for a specific project.

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Unlocking R&D Incentives in the AEC Industry
2026-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual on Zoom
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EVENT DETAILS
The Government does want to grow and support your business. Learn how and why these incentives were created and how they apply to your business. Over the last 47 years the laws have changed 15 times and most financial planners are not versed in the latest credits, rebates, or incentives. In this event you will learn about the options available and how to properly determine what is owed to you. You will learn how the law has been changed and why. You will learn what many CPA’s do not know and why they have trouble advising clients on these subjects. You will learn what to look for to determine how your company can qualify for these funds. We have seen 30,000 to 200,000 be awarded so understanding what you are owed can really help the bottom line.

Please join us for this virtual event on June 23rd. All registered attendees will be provided a Zoom link 24 hours prior to the event.

ZOOM DETAILS
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Meeting ID: 867 3668 3879
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SPEAKERS

Dennis Bays – President, AmeriCore Group
Dennis Bays has helped business owners raise money, grow and exit companies. Over the last 32 years he has become a strong advocate for privately held businesses where his knowledge and experience saves companies time and dollars. Businesses ask for his guidance in all areas of capital. Raising it, Protecting it and Growing it.
Originally from Silicon Valley where he was part of the Angel Group he now resides in So Cal with his wife and 5 children.

Vivek Sai – Business Consultant, Project Manager, & Architectural Designer
Vivek has over two decades experience in the Design & Construction industry as a Project Manager and Architectural Designer. His education in Architecture, Urban Design, Planning and Business Administration has allowed him to contribute to various design and consulting firms in Los Angeles involved with Master Planning, Residential & Commercial Architecture & Interiors, Design-Build, and Public Art Installations. He has extensive experience as a liaison between Clients, Consultants and Contractors while managing different facets of a project from Budgeting & Scheduling to Planning, Design, Permitting & Entitlements, Contracting and Construction Administration.
AIA CES: 1.0 LU Approved
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Participants will gain an understanding of the applicability of research and development (R&D) tax credits to their firms, whether their projects or project activities qualify, why they qualify, and how much the credit might be. They will be able to explain how these apply to their daily design and project tasks, and why the IRS allows a tax credit to help fund some of their overhead costs.
Participants will be able to identify broad activities which might qualify for R&D tax credits, including alternative design concepts, use of unique materials in construction for structural or energy efficiency; testing to determine acoustical, lighting, and visual features (e.g., movie theaters, auditoriums); and technical factors and materials for sanitary or safety uses (e.g., medical treatment centers, hospitals, food preparation or food manufacturing facilities.)
Participants will explore the particular business activities and processes that qualify Architecture businesses for these credits:
– Designed Sustainable/LEED buildings
– Used parametric or computational design
– Experimented with new materials or methods, developed custom engineering solutions and innovative construction methods
– Custom algorithmic design solutions
– Development of new design methodologies
– Urban Design and Planning
– Resilient and Disaster-Resistant Design
Participants will review the recent relevant law changes that have impacted R&D credits:
– 2015 PATH Act
– Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
– 2023 Harper v Commissioner (T.C Memo 2023-57)
Participants will be able to explain the importance of timing in applying for R&D credits:
– Statute of limitations: In most cases, tax credits must be claimed within 3 years of the return filing date. Once the window closes, so does your opportunity.
– Rolling deadlines: State programs and grant funds often work on a first-come, first-served basis. Acting quickly can make the difference between approval and missing out.
– Policy changes: Economic stimulus, tax reforms, and regulatory shifts happen often.
– Maximized impact: Claiming credits earlier in the year allows businesses to strategically allocate funds throughout the fiscal year.
– Every day you wait is a missed opportunity. These tax credits and incentives were designed to help business owners like you—builders, problem-solvers, innovators—recover what you’ve already earned and reinvest it into what’s next.

Urban Design Review Session 06.16.26
2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Urban Design Review Session 06.09.26
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Urban Design Review Session 06.02.26
2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Urban Design Review Session 05.19.26
2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Urban Design Review Session 05.12.26
2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Urban Design Review Session 05.05.26
2026-05-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Industry Partner Panel Series: Architects + General Contractors
2026-04-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Center for Communities, 4450 West Adams, Los Angeles, CA, 90016
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EVENT DETAILS
Architects and contractors share the same goal: bringing design to life. This panel will explore the realities of that relationship, focusing on the challenges contractors face when building from architectural drawings, ranging from documentation clarity to communication and coordination in the field.
Through an open, candid conversation, panelists will discuss how stronger collaboration and a more aligned, partnership-driven approach can help bridge gaps between design and construction, ultimately improving outcomes for the entire project team.

MODERATOR

Christopher Fenton – Senior Project Architect, HOK
With over 20 years of experience, Christopher has worked on an array of large complex projects both as Project Designer and Sr. Project Architect. His experience is varied and spans across a variety of market sectors including Healthcare, Science & Technology, Education, Multi-Family Residential, Cultural, and Civic sectors. He is passionate about sustainable, high performance building design and feels that good design should embrace the most innovative technologies available.

SPEAKERS

David Frey, FAIA – Technical Principal, HOK
David Frey is HOK LA’s Technical Principal, leading the technical direction and development of all projects designed in the Los Angeles studio. As a member of HOK’s Global Technical Board, David brings 30+ years of experience to the advancement and implementation of design standards and QA/QC compliance in all of the firm’s projects. David is the Technical Principal for the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Replacement Hospital project.

Anthony Munoz – Healthcare Operations, DPR
Anthony Muñoz is a healthcare construction professional with DPR Construction, specializing in complex projects across the Southern California and San Diego markets. With deep experience navigating HCAI/OSHPD requirements, he brings a systems-level approach to planning, risk management, and team alignment—integrating technical code expertise with strong communication and relationship-building to drive project success. Working within Collaborative Project Delivery methods, Anthony applies Lean Construction principles to improve reliability and outcomes, while advancing industry understanding of the connection between team culture and production performance. He is known for delivering practical, value-driven solutions that balance operational continuity, cost, and long-term flexibility on active healthcare campuses.

Travis Gooding – Superintendent, Hensel Phelps
Hensel Phelps Project Manager Travis Gooding has over 32 years of construction experience across Southern California, leading complex projects in healthcare, research/laboratory, mixed-use and federal markets. A graduate of Central Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Science Management, Travis has delivered projects using Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, CMAR and Design-Bid-Build delivery methods. His notable project experience includes the Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Ocean View Tower, Caltech Chen Neuroscience Research Center, MCAS Miramar Hangars and the recently completed City of Hope Orange County medical campus. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Travis works closely with owners, designers, consultants, trade partners and internal teams to align goals, resolve challenges early and drive project success. He excels at guiding multidisciplinary teams through high-stakes environments while maintaining a strong focus on cost control, schedule certainty, client engagement and team safety.

Joshua Osorio – Senior Project Manager, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Joshua Osorio is a Senior Project Manager in the Southern Pacific Region at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., based in Los Angeles. Joshua currently leads the Kedren Children’s Village project, a pediatric behavioral healthcare facility for Kedren Community Health. His career at McCarthy spans healthcare, parking structures, and commercial sectors, with notable experience on projects such as UC Davis Replacement Hospital Tower, Waters Edge III, Kaiser Permanente Hesperia, and others. Joshua brings specialized knowledge in HCAI-regulated construction and progressive design-build delivery.

Wayne Campbell – Project Director, Design, Webcor
Wayne Campbell has over three decades of experience in the AEC industry, with a focus on facilitating the design process and team collaboration for large aviation and healthcare projects. Starting his career as a programming specialist in architecture, Wayne climbed the ranks to Design Principal and BIM Manager for notable design studios. His move into the construction profession over 15 years ago enriched his portfolio, and now as Webcor’s Project Director for Design, he is a champion for multi-disciplinary collaboration for complex design-build projects.
Wayne plays a crucial role in guiding the design process, acting as the link between Webcor and the designers, engineers, and other consultants. His aim is clear communication that ensures everyone is on the same page for a well-coordinated design, balancing the workflow with the project’s aspirations, technical requirements, budget, schedule, quality, and performance goals. Wayne’s commitment to innovative problem-solving and his embrace of a collaborative work environment have been central themes in his career. This was demonstrated most clearly during the delivery of the award-winning SFO Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Boarding Area B project, as Design Manager for the Austin-Webcor Joint Venture. With Wayne’s extensive background in both architecture and construction, he has mastered the art of balancing creative vision with practical constraints, ensuring open communication and partnership-driven behaviors are at the backbone of a successful project culture.

PARKING
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Please do not park at RLA Church or the lots of local businesses.

Urban Design Review Session 04.21.26
2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual on Zoom

Unearthing Solutions
2026-04-16 08:30 - 10:00 | Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, 757 S Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90021, United States
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Unearthing Solutions
A Completed Case Study of a Below-Grade Waterproofing Project at US Storage Centers
Designed by Morphosis Architects and Located in Los Angeles
Below-grade waterproofing systems are essential to long-term building enclosure performance, yet they remain a frequent source of distress, claims, and costly repairs. Achieving durable performance depends not only on selecting an appropriate system, but on early and continuous coordination among the owner, architect, enclosure consultant, manufacturer, and contractor—supported by clear detailing and rigorous construction-phase execution.
This panel presentation examines a completed case study of a below-grade waterproofing project at US Storage Centers in Los Angeles, where a collaborative, risk-informed process guided design development, detailing, and construction administration. The session illustrates how owner objectives, architectural constraints, subsurface conditions, and risk tolerance informed system selection and detailing decisions. Particular emphasis is placed on the architect’s role in coordinating enclosure requirements, integrating waterproofing into the overall building design, and facilitating collaboration among the project team.
The presentation also highlights the roles of the enclosure consultant, manufacturer, and waterproofing contractor in identifying constructibility risks, maintaining continuity of waterproofing and drainage at critical transitions, and supporting the architect through submittal review, RFIs, and field observations.

Panelists
Jud Taylor and Jeremy Arnold – SGH
Sal Hidalgo – Morphosis
Kyle Stimpson – AVM
James “Jimmy” Dent – Systems Waterproofing

Objectives
After attending this presentation, participants will be able to:

Identify key factors influencing below-grade waterproofing system selection, including owner goals, subsurface conditions, architectural constraints, and risk tolerance.
Recognize common design and construction challenges that affect below-grade waterproofing performance and explain how early coordination reduces the risk of failure.
Apply best practices for detailing and reviewing below-grade waterproofing assemblies to maintain continuity at transitions, penetrations, and terminations.
Understand the roles and responsibilities of architects, enclosure consultants, manufacturers, and contractors in delivering constructible, durable below-grade waterproofing systems.

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