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SUMMARY:TAP AI Office Hours Bi-Weekly - 8.3
DESCRIPTION:Technology in Architectural Practice — Bi-weekly AI Practice Group \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PST (bi-weekly recurring\, every other Monday) \nRSVP at link below: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1bwqnessQDC4Jn2z8eMgZg \nA bi-weekly virtual practice group for LA architects\, co-founded by Josh Weiss (Clearworks AI) and Melvin Williams\, NOMA (HKS\, Inc.) under the AIA Los Angeles Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Committee. Each 60-minute session functions as a working group\, not a webinar — participants surface their most pressing operational problems\, watch live workflow demos (meeting automation\, AI-assisted spec writing\, proposal drafting\, quality control\, and more)\, and leave with one concrete thing to implement before the next session. The format has been running for nine months with a live cohort\, with rotating facilitators from the AIA LA community bringing real firm experience each session. \nThe program is designed for leaders at small to mid-size LA firms who have experimented with AI\, gotten uneven results\, and want a structured\, peer-driven environment to build the actual habit of using it. Sessions are free for AIA LA members\, held virtually on a bi-weekly cadence\, and require no ongoing commitment beyond the session a participant registers for. TAP is sponsoring the initiative as a direct extension of its 2026 conference mandate: ensuring architects shape how AI enters the profession\, rather than having it shaped for them. \nFounding Facilitator – Josh Weiss – Clearworks AI \n \nJosh Weiss is the founder of Clearworks AI. Twenty-five years in IT and consulting\, the last 13 spent inside architecture\, nonprofit\, and professional services firms. He built LA Creative Technologies from the ground up before it was acquired – two decades of watching smart people get stuck doing work that never should have been theirs to do. Now\, running an AI and operations consulting firm\, he finally gets to lead the strategic work firms need to streamline and transform their workflow. \nFounding Facilitator – Melvin Williams\, NOMA – HKS\, Inc. Plus rotating guest facilitators from the AIA LA TAP community each session. \n \nMelvin Williams III serves as the Associate Global Digital Practice Leader at HKS Inc.\, where he leverages over 20 years of architectural experience to guide teams in implementing cutting-edge design technology and fostering innovation across the American West Region. He champions digital best practices throughout all project stages\, from pre- and post-commissioning to construction administration\, integrating digital tools to enhance decision-making\, streamline workflows\, and optimize project outcomes. Dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary coordination\, he implements the latest BIM\, QA/QC management\, VDC technologies\, AI and data analytics to ensure seamless collaboration and efficiency across teams and disciplines.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/tap-ai-office-hours-bi-weekly-8-3/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
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SUMMARY:Urban Design Review Session 08.04.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & 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). \nWHAT:\nWe 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.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe 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. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP 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. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-08-04-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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SUMMARY:Charging Ahead: CALGreen EV Requirements for New Construction
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS\nOne 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. \nThis 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. \nThis is a virtual event. Registered attendees will be sent a zoom link 24 hours prior to the event in the event confirmation email. \n  \nSPEAKERS\n \nGrant Alpert – Consultant\, West Monroe Partners \nGrant 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. \nHe 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. \nGrant 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. \n \nDave Intner\, AIA – Architect\, SCE \nDave 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. \nPrior 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. \nDave 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. \n  \nAIA CES: 1.0 LU|HSW Approved\n1 hour California MCE (Net Zero Carbon Design)\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n1. 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. \n2. 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. \n3. 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. \n4. Assess the role of Automatic Load Management Systems (ALMS) in meeting CALGreen EV charging requirements while minimizing electrical service upgrades and maintaining code compliance. \n5. 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. \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!\n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/charging-ahead-calgreen-ev-requirements-for-new-construction/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Partner Program,Presentation,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:Urban Design Review Session 08.11.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & 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). \nWHAT:\nWe 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.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe 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. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP 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. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-08-11-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T093000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Reception w/ Lina Lee – 1st Vice President of Development\, CIM Group
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Reception w/ Lina Lee – 1st Vice President of Development\, CIM Group\n2026 City Leaders Breakfast Series Presented By: GRAPHISOFT – Enjoy our Q&A with Graphisoft! \nThe 2026 AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Series allows architects & designers\, and other community stakeholders to meet directly with key individuals transforming Los Angeles in a roundtable setting to discuss innovative ideas to ensure a healthy\, sustainable\, and economically competitive future. \n  \n \nLina Lee – 1st Vice President of Development\, CIM Group\nLina is a creative strategist and seasoned project executive\, driven by a deep passion for urban development and design-driven ventures. Lina joined CIM Group in 2015 and is currently 1st Vice President of Development. She oversees both ground-up and repositioned assets for the company\, with responsibilities extending over land-use diligence and entitlements\, design development\, construction management\, tenancy\, marketing\, and branding. Prior to real estate development\, her career began in investment banking and strategic planning for the consumer private equity sector\, with exposure to fashion\, retail\, and hospitality investments. An active member of ULI\, Lina sits on the Advisory Board for Los Angeles and co-chairs its Programs Committee. She also serves on the Board of the Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust. Lina graduated from Yale University with degrees in Urban and International Studies. \nThis Reception is Hosted By: \n  \n \nThe 2026 City Leaders Breakfast Series is Presented By:  GRAPHISOFT
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-city-leaders-breakfast-reception-w-lina-lee-1st-vice-president-of-development-cim-group/
LOCATION:KFA\, LLP\, 3573 Hayden Avenue\, Culver City\, CA\, 90232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,City Leaders Breakfast,Community,Networking,Professional Development,Reception,Roundtable,Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
CREATED:20260115T230631Z
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2026 Quarterly Meetings - 08.13.26
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 a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2026: \nThursday\, March 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, May 7  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, August 13  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) –  RSVP HERE\nThursday\,  November 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – 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\nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE. \n  \nPRIME 2026 AIA|LA ADVOCACY PRIORITY w/ LADWP: \nAIA|LA is requesting LADWP leadership to institute the following protocol\, which we believe will substantially improve development services: \nTo require review/approval of the Service Planner (Office Team) and ESR (Field Team) should occur during the normal Plan Check Period – Avoids delays that happen when approval occurs during construction and when the ESR first sees a project late in the construction process. \nMORE CONTEXT: \nPowering Progress: How AIA|LA and LADWP Are Redesigning Collaboration \nSince 2021\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been breaking down silos through a pioneering series of quarterly roundtables. What began as a conversation has evolved into a powerful engine for problem-solving\, connecting the architects who envision our city with the utility experts who power it. \nThe Mission: From Transaction to Trust – \nThese forums are about more than just permits; they are about building a shared culture of trust and empathy. By aligning the priorities of LADWP personnel with private sector designers\, we are testing new methods to tackle Los Angeles’ biggest challenges—from the housing crisis to the urban heat island effect. We recognize that environmental justice\, electrification\, and urban design are deeply interconnected\, requiring a unified approach to infrastructure. \nTurning Talk into Action – These quarterly deep-dives allow us to: \n\nModernize Standards: We are analyzing how equipment size and “cultural habits” regarding utility placement impact the beauty and safety of our streets.\nInnovate: From exploring self-certification to piloting new technologies\, we are identifying the obstacles that slow down progress.\nBenchmark: We are looking at regional best practices to integrate trees and landscaping with utility infrastructure\, ensuring a greener public realm.\n\nReal Results: The impact of this partnership is already visible on the ground. Together\, we have achieved: \n\nFaster processing for utility permits.\nCritical streamlining for Executive Directive 1 (100% Affordable Housing) projects.\nSmarter financial solutions\, including the amortization of line extensions.\nGreater flexibility for construction staging and transformer placement.\n\nA Model for the Future: \nWe believe this partnership sets the standard for how City departments should engage with the private sector. By celebrating these wins\, we hope to show the public that when architects and utilities collaborate\, the entire city benefits. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2026-quarterly-meetings-08-13-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T130000
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SUMMARY:TAP AI Office Hours Bi-Weekly - 8.17
DESCRIPTION:Technology in Architectural Practice — Bi-weekly AI Practice Group \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PST (bi-weekly recurring\, every other Monday) \nRSVP at link below: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1bwqnessQDC4Jn2z8eMgZg \nA bi-weekly virtual practice group for LA architects\, co-founded by Josh Weiss (Clearworks AI) and Melvin Williams\, NOMA (HKS\, Inc.) under the AIA Los Angeles Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Committee. Each 60-minute session functions as a working group\, not a webinar — participants surface their most pressing operational problems\, watch live workflow demos (meeting automation\, AI-assisted spec writing\, proposal drafting\, quality control\, and more)\, and leave with one concrete thing to implement before the next session. The format has been running for nine months with a live cohort\, with rotating facilitators from the AIA LA community bringing real firm experience each session. \nThe program is designed for leaders at small to mid-size LA firms who have experimented with AI\, gotten uneven results\, and want a structured\, peer-driven environment to build the actual habit of using it. Sessions are free for AIA LA members\, held virtually on a bi-weekly cadence\, and require no ongoing commitment beyond the session a participant registers for. TAP is sponsoring the initiative as a direct extension of its 2026 conference mandate: ensuring architects shape how AI enters the profession\, rather than having it shaped for them. \nFounding Facilitator – Josh Weiss – Clearworks AI \n \nJosh Weiss is the founder of Clearworks AI. Twenty-five years in IT and consulting\, the last 13 spent inside architecture\, nonprofit\, and professional services firms. He built LA Creative Technologies from the ground up before it was acquired – two decades of watching smart people get stuck doing work that never should have been theirs to do. Now\, running an AI and operations consulting firm\, he finally gets to lead the strategic work firms need to streamline and transform their workflow. \nFounding Facilitator – Melvin Williams\, NOMA – HKS\, Inc. Plus rotating guest facilitators from the AIA LA TAP community each session. \n \nMelvin Williams III serves as the Associate Global Digital Practice Leader at HKS Inc.\, where he leverages over 20 years of architectural experience to guide teams in implementing cutting-edge design technology and fostering innovation across the American West Region. He champions digital best practices throughout all project stages\, from pre- and post-commissioning to construction administration\, integrating digital tools to enhance decision-making\, streamline workflows\, and optimize project outcomes. Dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary coordination\, he implements the latest BIM\, QA/QC management\, VDC technologies\, AI and data analytics to ensure seamless collaboration and efficiency across teams and disciplines.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/tap-ai-office-hours-bi-weekly-8-17/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:Urban Design Review Session 08.18.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & 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). \nWHAT:\nWe 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.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe 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. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP 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. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-08-18-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T130000
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) \nAdvocate. Innovate. Streamline. Join the conversation directly shaping the built environment of Los Angeles. \nThese virtual meetings are organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee. \nREGISTER HERE\nNavigating the regulatory landscape of Los Angeles is often one of the most complex challenges architects face. The AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables offer an exclusive\, high-level dialogue directly with the leadership of Los Angeles City Planning (LACP). This is your opportunity to cut through the red tape\, gain immediate clarity on shifting departmental processes\, and directly advocate for the code clean-ups necessary to make your projects more feasible. \nProspective Roundtable Topics: To ensure these sessions remain highly relevant\, future agendas will pivot to address the most pressing legislative and departmental priorities impacting your practice\, including: \n\nZoning Code Clean-Up: Identifying and reforming specific hindrances\, such as 14’ ground floor minimums.\nStatewide Housing Initiatives: Practical implementation of SB 79\, AB 130\, SB 131\, and other key bills.\nThe Tech Shift: How AI\, automation\, and new technologies are altering regulatory compliance.\nNeighborhood Evolution: Navigating the Missing Middle\, Corner Stores in SFRs\, the Small Lot Ordinance\, ADUs\, and the Livable Communities Initiative.\n\nPlanning Updates: Real-time updates on Community Plans and the refinement or sunsetting of outdated Specific Plans. \n2026 Schedule (Virtual via Zoom) \n\nTuesday\, January 27 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (in-person at LA City Hall)\nWednesday\, April 22 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nTuesday\, August 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nWednesday\, November 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\n\nDon’t let policy happen to your practice—help shape it. RSVP today to secure your spot at the table. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-quarterly-roundtables-w-los-angeles-city-planning-lacp-august-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T093000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Reception w/ Adam Burke - President & CEO\, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Reception w/ Adam Burke – President & CEO\, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board\n2026 City Leaders Breakfast Series Presented By: GRAPHISOFT – Enjoy our Q&A with Graphisoft! \nThe 2026 AIA|LA City Leaders Breakfast Series allows architects & designers\, and other community stakeholders to meet directly with key individuals transforming Los Angeles in a roundtable setting to discuss innovative ideas to ensure a healthy\, sustainable\, and economically competitive future. \n \nAdam Burke – President & CEO\, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board\nAdam Burke serves as President & CEO of Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (Los Angeles Tourism)\, overseeing global brand marketing and sales strategies for one of the world’s most diverse and innovative destinations. He first joined the organization as Chief Operating Officer in 2016. \nBurke is responsible for achieving the organization’s mission to “improve the quality of life for all Angelenos through the economic benefits of tourism.” Los Angeles Tourism is a Member-based\, non-profit organization\, proudly representing over 1\,000 local businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector. \nWith more than 25 years of travel & tourism industry experience\, Burke previously served as Senior Vice President\, Customer Loyalty for Hilton Worldwide with global management responsibility for the award-winning Honors customer loyalty program. During his 17 years with Hilton\, he held management positions in a variety of functional areas\, including strategic planning\, international marketing\, leisure & multi-brand marketing\, sales integration\, business development\, CRM\, and enterprise technology. \nBurke is actively engaged in advocating for the broader travel and tourism industry\, serving on the Board of Directors of U.S. Travel Association and the Board of Trustees of the Destinations International Foundation\, as well as the Global Leadership and Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Committees of Destinations International\, the Meetings Mean Business Coalition\, and the Simpleview Advisory Board. \nLocally\, Burke serves on the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce\, Sister Cities of Los Angeles\, and Central City Association of Los Angeles\, as well as the Advisory Board of the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission. \n  \nThis Reception is Hosted By: \n  \n  \nThe 2026 City Leaders Breakfast Series is Presented By:  GRAPHISOFT
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-city-leaders-breakfast-reception-w-adam-burke-president-ceo-los-angeles-tourism-convention-board/
LOCATION:Location TBD
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,City Leaders Breakfast,Community,Networking,Professional Development,Reception,Roundtable,Women in Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:Purposeful 2026
DESCRIPTION:Click here for Ticket Purchase Instructions & Support.\nEVENT DETAILS\n\nThis year at Purposeful\, let’s challenge the status quo\, and get down to the basics of care – not by adding elements and features but by eliminating what doesn’t serve. In a world that’s ever more complicated\, let’s see how much simpler care environments could be without failing the care function\, and in doing so\, focus on emotional support and reduced cost to benefit all of us. \n  \nPlease join us for a diverse panel of inspiring & educational speakers who will speak to the above as well as how can we better address practitioner needs and provider concerns too. \n  \nGroup charette focus:  Working in multidisciplinary teams\, you’ll reimagine the future of the outpatient clinic\, creating a healthcare destination where the quality of the space is as meaningful as the care it delivers. Together\, we’ll explore how design can foster community\, wellness\, happiness\, and human connection while advancing equity\, accessibility\, and dignity for every patient\, family member\, caregiver\, and practitioner. Guided by the theme Doing More with Less\, teams will challenge conventional thinking in both concept and application\, redefining what the outpatient healthcare experience can be. \n  \nClick HERE to see our speakers and stay updated on our programming for Purposeful 2026! \nClick HERE to support Purposeful 2026! \n\n  \nThank you for your interest- We hope to see you in August! \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAIA CES: 6.0 LU|HSW pending \n\nExplore creative design ideas for building community\, wellness\, and happiness\nEvaluate new strategies for improving patient equity\, accessibility\, and dignity\nConsider provider goals for better prevention\, intervention\, and after-care\nIdentify practitioner concerns for safer\, respected\, and supported care\n\n  \nPARKING \nParking will be available at RLA (Restauracion Los Angeles) Church Parking located at 4409 W Adams Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA 90016. \nThank you to our Parking Sponsor!!
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/purposeful-2026/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Conference,Healthcare,Presentation,Programs + Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260831T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260831T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094118
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SUMMARY:TAP AI Office Hours Bi-Weekly - 8.31
DESCRIPTION:Technology in Architectural Practice — Bi-weekly AI Practice Group \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PST (bi-weekly recurring\, every other Monday) \nRSVP at link below: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1bwqnessQDC4Jn2z8eMgZg \nA bi-weekly virtual practice group for LA architects\, co-founded by Josh Weiss (Clearworks AI) and Melvin Williams\, NOMA (HKS\, Inc.) under the AIA Los Angeles Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Committee. Each 60-minute session functions as a working group\, not a webinar — participants surface their most pressing operational problems\, watch live workflow demos (meeting automation\, AI-assisted spec writing\, proposal drafting\, quality control\, and more)\, and leave with one concrete thing to implement before the next session. The format has been running for nine months with a live cohort\, with rotating facilitators from the AIA LA community bringing real firm experience each session. \nThe program is designed for leaders at small to mid-size LA firms who have experimented with AI\, gotten uneven results\, and want a structured\, peer-driven environment to build the actual habit of using it. Sessions are free for AIA LA members\, held virtually on a bi-weekly cadence\, and require no ongoing commitment beyond the session a participant registers for. TAP is sponsoring the initiative as a direct extension of its 2026 conference mandate: ensuring architects shape how AI enters the profession\, rather than having it shaped for them. \nFounding Facilitator – Josh Weiss – Clearworks AI \n \nJosh Weiss is the founder of Clearworks AI. Twenty-five years in IT and consulting\, the last 13 spent inside architecture\, nonprofit\, and professional services firms. He built LA Creative Technologies from the ground up before it was acquired – two decades of watching smart people get stuck doing work that never should have been theirs to do. Now\, running an AI and operations consulting firm\, he finally gets to lead the strategic work firms need to streamline and transform their workflow. \nFounding Facilitator – Melvin Williams\, NOMA – HKS\, Inc. Plus rotating guest facilitators from the AIA LA TAP community each session. \n \nMelvin Williams III serves as the Associate Global Digital Practice Leader at HKS Inc.\, where he leverages over 20 years of architectural experience to guide teams in implementing cutting-edge design technology and fostering innovation across the American West Region. He champions digital best practices throughout all project stages\, from pre- and post-commissioning to construction administration\, integrating digital tools to enhance decision-making\, streamline workflows\, and optimize project outcomes. Dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary coordination\, he implements the latest BIM\, QA/QC management\, VDC technologies\, AI and data analytics to ensure seamless collaboration and efficiency across teams and disciplines.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/tap-ai-office-hours-bi-weekly-8-31/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
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