Late Holiday Issue! Wednesday, December 28, 2017
Happy New Year from AIA Honolulu
Happy New Year from AIA Honolulu! We are thrilled to welcome 2018 with all our members and look forward to a year filled with new and exciting possibilities!
OFFICE HOURS: AIA Honolulu and the AIA National office will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 and re-open Tuesday, Jan. 2 at 9am.
For information during this period please visit the AIA Honolulu website or the AIA National website.
Thank You to Those Who Served in 2017
2017 was an eventful and productive year for AIA Honolulu. As the new year is ushered in, we would like to recognize those outgoing Board members who have given many hours serving the members of AIA Honolulu.
2017 President: Chris Hong, AIA2016-17 Treasurer: Kurt Mitchell, AIA
2016-17 Directors: Emile Alano, AIA, Jason DeMarco, AIA, Kris Powers, AIA and Purnima McCutcheon, AIA
2017 Associate Director: Jason Takeuchi, Assoc. AIA
2017 Public Director: Robbie Dingeman
Thank you for your service to your profession and to the AIA and for volunteering both your time and your knowledge. Mahalo!
2018 AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsorship Opportunities
Why Not Start by Sponsoring our Kick Off Party on Jan. 25?
Get On Board Early! In 2018 you will see lots of new and exciting sponsorship opportunities due to our new five-year strategic plan. Support your profession and become an AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsor Today!
Start your partnership by supporting our 2018 Joint Kickoff Party on January 25 and pick which program-specific sponsorship opportunities your firm would like to align with and at what levels. Your options are limitless!
Email or call us at (808) 628-7245 for questions.
AIA Honolulu Programs
Jan 10: IMPORTANT! State Building Code Review & Discussion Participants Needed
RSVP Online! These meetings are open to anyone interested in participating in the code review.
Due to legislative changes in the 2017 session, the State Building Code Council (SBCC) has been given authority to adopt building codes which do not require the Governor's approval for public hearings nor his signature on the bill enacting the updated codes. For this reason, the SBCC is still following the 2006 International Building Code/International Residential Code (IBC/IRC)
The Legislature recently mandated that the SBCC adopt the newest IBC/IRC codes within 2 years from the date of publication. The 2018 IBC/IRC codes were published in November, 2017. The SBCC estimates the procedure to adopt the new codes will take approximately 18 months. Given that timeline, as well as the 2018 code publishing date, we now have only 3-4 months for the AIA Codes Committee to review and recommend changes appropriate for Hawaii.
The AIA Codes Committee will be meeting at least bi-weekly to review and discuss the 2018 codes in order to make appropriate recommendations within the 3-4 month time frame.
When/Where: Wednesday, January 10, 11:30am-1pm, Center of Architecture.
Can't attend in person? You can participate via GoToMeeting. Just choose that option during online registration and we will send you further information before the meeting.
Jan 11: 2018 YAF Kickoff with Servco Home & Appliance and Subaru Hawaii
RSVP Online! Please RSVP online for planning purposes
Join the AIA Young Architects Forum (YAF) as they will hold their first Pau Hana of the year,
When: Thursday, January 11, 6pm-7:30pm
Where: Servco Home & Appliance Showroom (SHAD) in Mapunapuna.
Come meet and network with YAF members over drinks and pupu's. This is a free event hosted by Subaru Hawaii and SHAD. Further details to come soon.
| Mahalo YAF Sponsor! |  |
Jan 12: Land Use Ordinance (LUO) Task Force, 12pm
Join the AIA LUO Task Force as we review our city’s land use ordinance (LUO). We invite all interested members to engage in the unique opportunity to take a look at Honolulu’s current zoning code and give feedback to the city for their upcoming revisions to the LUO.
This is a chance for us as design professionals and AIA members to have an impact on the very codes that regulate our work and define the future fabric of our city. We will be meeting regularly either weekly or twice a month at the Center for Architecture. View Meeting Flyer.
When/Where: Friday, January 12, 12:00pm, Center for Architecture.
We will kick off by reviewing the residential portion of the zoning code. There will be multiple meetings on each code section, so if you cannot make it to the first meeting, you will have other opportunities to contribute. We are also looking for volunteers to join our leadership team. As a member of the leadership team, you will be taking on an administrative role and not expected to be an expert on zoning or land use. This is a great opportunity to get involved with the AIA and impact our design community.
Jan 25: Register Now for the 2018 AIA Honolulu Kick Off Party
Celebrate with Us! Bring your colleagues, friends and spouse for a fun evening with great networking.
Join AIA Honolulu, AIA Hawaii State Council and the Hawaii Architectural Foundation for our a joint Kick-Off Party at the Center for Architecture! View Party Flyer.
Come meet the new 2018 Board members from all three organizations hear what the year will bring. For this years festivities we will also be celebrating Newly Licensed Architects.
When: Thursday, Jan. 25 from 5pm - 8pm
Where: Center for Architecture
Refreshments: Included in the price is two drinks and delicious heavy pupus.
Cost: $40 for AIA Members (AIA, FAIA, ME, Allied), $30 for Assoc. AIA Members, $50 for Non-Members and $20 for Students until Jan. 24. At the Door fee is $60 for members and non-members.
MAHALO 2018 KICK OFF PARTY SPONSOR!
Become an Annual AIA Honolulu Sponsor & Start with the Kick Off Party!
Start the year off by becoming an annual sponsor with focus on the Kick Off Party for the best coverage through the year. View our Annual Sponsorship form and start your partnership with AIA Honolulu today.
Questions? Email Camilla Nicholas, AIA Honolulu or call her at (808) 628-7245.
Celebration of Life Reminder
Frank Haines, FAIA Celebration of Life on Dec. 27, 4pm
This is a reminder that Frank Haines, FAIA's Celebration of Life service will take place on the below date, time and location if you would like to attend.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 4pm
Where: The Star of the Sea School field at 4469 Malia Street, Honolulu (field adjacent to Kahala Nui).
There is limited parking in the School’s parking lot, along Malia Street and along Aliikoa Street.
End-Of-The-Year Tips
Renew Your Membership Early for 2018
Early renewal appreciated to assist our Chapter to continue providing excellent service and programs.
Renew Your 2018 AIA Membership Today! An AIA membership connects you to 90,000 professionals who share your passion for architecture
2018 Dues Installment Program! Prefer to split up your membership dues payments? Select that option when renewing online. Reinstating Members must enroll through a manual process by completing a Dues Installment Program enrollment form. Email AIA Honolulu for questions.
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AIA National Update
Six members declare candidacy for three AIA offices
Six members have declared their intent to pursue the offices of 2019-2020 Secretary, 2019-2021 At-large Director, or 2019 First Vice President/2020 President-elect at the 2018 AIA Conference on Architecture.
View the candidates >
Save the Date! A'18 in New York City June 21-23
This year's theme is Blueprint for Better Cities. Next June, some of the most creative architects, designers, and firms will share how they're creating their own blueprint and making a difference in cities, towns, and communities all over the world.
Inspiration, project insights, valuable takeaways, and new ways of working—everything you need for your own blueprint is happening June 21–23, only at A'18. Learn more >
Free Conference Registration! New members receive FREE registration for A’18 Conference on Architecture 2018. This is valid for first-time architect, associate, and international associate members joining by June 23, 2018.
Apply for 2018-2019 Architects Foundation Scholarships
The Center for Architecture in New York is now accepting applications for the Arnold W. Brunner grant until February 1, 2018. The Arnold W. Brunner grant is designed for mid-level architects to pursue architectural investigations that will effectively contribute to the knowledge, teaching, or practice of the art and science of architecture. The project must engage in contemporary architectural issues within a local and global context. The sole recipient will be awarded up to $15,000. Learn More >
AIA Honolulu Job Board
Two Jobs Just Listed on our Job Board
Jobs are posted for 1 month. Posting fee: $25/members, $40/non-members.
- NEW! Intermediate Architectural Designer - WATG
- NEW! Senior Architectural Designer - WATG
- .....go to the AIA Honolulu Job Board to view all jobs listed.
Annual Sponsorship Opportunities
Become a Sponsor and Show Your Support
Annual Sponsorship! Interested in increased visibility throughout the entire year? Sign up today for 12 continuous months of benefits! View our Sponsorship prospectus and start your partnership with AIA Honolulu today. Sponsor Your Chapter Today & Add Your Firm Logo Here!
Questions? Email Camilla Nicholas, AIA Honolulu or call (808) 628-7245.