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May 2024
Right-Sizing Plumbing and the Water Demand Calculator
At the May American Society of Plumbing Engineers Los Angeles Chapter meeting, Christopher Lohr (VP of Technical Services and Research, IAPMO) will present on a novel water supply pipe sizing methodology. Using the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator new residential constructions significantly reduces water aging, delivers hot water faster, generates significant construction cost savings, reduces the carbon footprint of the structure, and subsequently saves on water - and water heating-related energy utility bills for the entire life of the plumbing system.…
Find out more »New Member/Newly Licensed Reception 2024
Celebrating New AIA|LA Members and Newly Licensed Architects Join the Party! It's always a special occasion when we gather to celebrate with our new AIA Los Angeles members and newly licensed architects. Join us, make new friendships and learn more about how you can get involved and make the most of your membership! Whether you've recently joined, or have been part of AIA|LA for years, please join us for delicious food and drink, sparkling conversation, and more. Our gracious sponsor…
Find out more »Table For Ten: A Summit for Women in Construction, Design and Real Estate
Table for Ten is a highly curated day to learn the strategies to be in leadership positions. Attendees will not only meet the people that will support them in that process, but also create meaningful relationships that ultimately move the needle for women in AEC and CRE. It will be an intense, intimate, highly productive day of networking, connecting, and marketing. << RESERVE YOUR SPOT >> Professionals who have experience across the Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) and Commercial Real Estate…
Find out more »Urban Design Review Session 5.14.24
The 2024 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). PLEASE REGISTER HERE. WHAT: In 2024, we will be coordinating thirt-six 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…
Find out more »AIA|LA & LACP Roundtable Discussion: Citywide Housing Incentive Program
AIA|LA & LACP Roundtable Discussion: Citywide Housing Incentive Program Los Angeles City Planning is hosting a roundtable with AIA|LA and members of the ULI Housing Council to provide an overview of and solicit feedback on the recently released draft Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) Ordinance–a key component of Los Angeles’ Housing Element Rezoning Program. Released in March 2024, the CHIP ordinance aims to expand opportunities for housing on major corridors in higher opportunity areas and near transit citywide. Before hosting…
Find out more »The Convergence of DFMA with Healthcare Design and Construction
The Convergence of DFMA with Healthcare Design and Construction In this panel discussion, architects, builders, and product manufacturers converge to explore how Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) is revolutionizing healthcare project delivery. The panelists will delve into DFMA's impact on traditional design processes, showcasing its ability to leverage manufacturing constraints for cost and schedule savings without compromising design integrity. Moreover, the session illuminates the role of industrialized construction techniques within the healthcare sector, emphasizing pre-fabrication's benefits in enhancing safety,…
Find out more »How to Succeed with Mass Timber
How to Succeed with Mass Timber A conversation embracing the future development of Mass Timber typologies in Los Angeles Recent evolutions in products, technology, and building codes have established Mass Timber as one of our most promising avenues for achieving meaningful embodied carbon reduction. Wood's intrinsic beauty has a natural appeal and healing quality, but code and industry unfamiliarity present designers with novel challenges to solve along with new opportunities. This panel will bring architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners…
Find out more »SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: The Cummings Estate
Photo Credit: Minh Tran and Garrett Rowland Spring ARCH TOUR FEST: The Cummings Estate Information regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. Tour Led by: Chet Callahan, Principal, Chet Architecture The eponymous principle of Chet Architecture, Chet Callahan’s quiet demeanor and thoughtful curiosity belie his creative genius and intimidating height. An architect since birth, he reveled in the constant construction of his San Diego suburb. He spent his weekends touring newly minted planned…
Find out more »SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: Sixth Street Viaduct
Photo Credit: Iwan Baan Spring ARCH TOUR FEST: Sixth Street Viaduct Information regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. Tour Led by: Tim Williams, Managing Principal at Michael Maltzan Architecture, Inc. Managing Principal Tim Williams has more than 30 years of experience. Over the past decades, he has supervised the development of some of the firm’s most involved projects including the Sixth Street Viaduct, Winnipeg Art Gallery Inuit Art Center, and…
Find out more »SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: ARQ @ Cumulus
Photo Credit: Hunter Kerhart Spring ARCH TOUR FEST: ARQ @ Cumulus Information regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. Tour Led by: Jeremy Bamberger, AIA, LEED AP B+C Tour Organizers: SCB 300-unit hi-rise residential tower is part of a larger 1200-unit Cumulus District masterplan which was developed through a collaborative effort between SCB, TCA, and MLA. The Cumulus District takes advantage of LA's Transit Oriented Communities initiative and is situated in the…
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