Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Start Your Online Submissions (Deadline is June 14)
New Awards for 2019! The Distinctive Detail Design Awards and the
Hawai‘i Energy Award for Excellence in Energy-Efficient Design
The AIA Honolulu Design Awards is Hawaii’s oldest program of its type, held annually since 1958. Projects submitted by local AIA members will be judged on their merit by a distinguished jury. The Design Awards Gala will take place on Saturday, Sep. 14 at the East West Center.
Deadline: Submissions completed, paid for and submitted online by June 14, 5pm
Submission Fee: $300 for Built and Unbuilt Projects
AIA Honolulu Design Awards Submission Information:
Read our 2019 AIA Honolulu Design Awards Information (PDF) for detailed eligibility, submission requirements, project categories, awards and jury information.
NEW FOR 2019! TWO (2) AWARDS ADDED
- The Distinctive Detailed Design Award (Optional):
Built projects have the option to compete in this award category created to honor individual building components and design features that until now may not have been recognized for overall achievement. Whether it be a prominent façade, a grand staircase, or a custom piece of furniture, this award celebrates the craftmanship, attention to detail, and spirit of innovation expressed by architectural elements big and small. The eligibility is the same as for Built Projects, just choose “Distinctive Detail” under the Project Category list when starting your online submission. - Hawai‘i Energy Award for Excellence in Energy-Efficient Design (Optional):
All Unbuilt and Built projects in the Institutional or Commercial/Industrial project categories now have the option to compete for this award which recognizes design that embodies Hawai‘i Energy’s mission to assist Hawai‘i’s consumers in maximizing energy efficiency as a critical step to getting to our state’s clean energy goals, saving ratepayers on their utility costs and protecting our islands’ environment. View PDF for more information.
2019 Design Awards Jury: In 2019, the AIA Honolulu Design Awards jury will consist of five individuals, two of whom will be members of an AIA chapter outside of Hawaii. Three jurors will be members of AIA Honolulu to ensure that the uniqueness of Hawaii Architecture is recognized and appreciated.
Start the Submission Process Early: Start the submission process now to get familiar with all the submission requirements and Cadmium platform. Users can edit and add entries until the submission deadline, facilitating internal collaboration and review by your entire project team.
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AIA Committee Meetings
AIA Honolulu committee meetings are open to all active AIA Honolulu members.
May 9: Housing Committee Meeting, 12pm-1pm
No RSVP Needed! The AIA Honolulu Housing Committee was created to promote the development of safe, attractive, accessible, and affordable housing. It will provide leadership, advocacy, and education to the profession and the public in matters related to housing design.
Upcoming AIA Honolulu Programs
TOMORROW! May 8: AIA-GCA 2019 Event #2 "The Perfect P3 Project" (1 LU)
Register Online! Wednesday, May 8, 11:30am-1pm at the AIA Center for Architecture
Our latest AIA/GCA seminar will continue our P3 discussions by exploring current P3 projects in Hawaii and the local opportunities and challenges with Lance Wilhelm. Following that we will have Charles Long give a presentation on the tools necessary to successful Public Private Partnerships.
Transit oriented development, downtown revitalization, conversion of obsolete retail and industrial sites, brownfield cleanup, and mixed-use development are all more economically and physically complex than the development of the past and, in most markets, require some type of public private partnership to succeed. What can the AIA and GCA communities do to enhance the potential for successful Public Private Partnerships?
Recently, ULI published a manual on Public Partnerships: From Principals to Practice, written by members of ULI’s two public private partnership product councils. Attendees at the AIA meeting on May 8 will receive a download code to obtain a copy of this publication for free.
Cost: $10 AIA Members & GCA Members (GCA members must apply the promo code “GCA” at registration for member fee), $20 for non-members.
General Membership Meeting
May 16: City Council & State Legislature Recent Proposed Policies
Register Online! Thursday, May 16, 11:30am-1pm, AIA Center for Architecture.
Moderated by our Chapter President, Joe Ferraro, FAIA to discuss the status and impact of recently proposed bills including the city’s affordable rental housing walk-up apartment Bill 7 (2019), the city’s large detached dwelling Bill 79 (2018) and the state’s SMA guidelines Bill SB393. View Event Flyer.
Welcome Panelists: Brent Tokita, AIA, LEED AP, President of RMA Architects; Questor Lau, AIA, Development Officer at Michaels Development Company and Dean Uchida, Senior Project Manager/ Strategic Services Group at SSFM International, Inc.
Cost: $20 for AIA Honolulu members & $30 for Non-Members. Lunch included.
Presented by our AIA Honolulu Fellows
May 30: Join Us for Paths to Fellowship
RSVP Online Today! Thursday, May 30, 5:30pm at the CFA
AIA fellowship recognizes significant and lasting contributions to the profession of architecture and society.
Please join us for an informal Talk Story with Hawaii members of the AIA College of Fellows. Learn about alternative paths, process, and preparation leading to this prestigious Institute honor.
Everyone is welcome!
AIA Member Information
The Small Firm Guide to A'19
The Small Firm Exchange has curated a lineup of workshops, seminars, and events most relevant to small firm leaders at this year’s AIA Conference on Architecture. This collection of education and networking opportunities is tailored to help small firms – to address challenges with technology, contracts, sustainability, residential claims, management demands – and your future.
The Bilateral Infrastructure Conference June 17-21
Learn More! Mexico’s new Federal Administration seeks U.S. companies interested in working with Mexican firms on Mexico’s National Infrastructure Program (NIP). The U.S. Commercial Service and the Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry are hosting a Bilateral Infrastructure Conference. Opportunities for U.S. suppliers include architecture, design, construction, engineering, electrical, landscaping!
Location: Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry, Periférico Sur No. 4839 Parques del Pedregal, Tlalpan CDMX.
Local Allied Member
Welcome Back Eamonn Kinsella with Allana Buick & Bers
Welcome back local allied member Eamonn Kinsella with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc. (ABBAE), a leading Architectural Engineering firm with over 32 years of experience specializing in Making Buildings Perform Better. Our core “trade level” expertise and strengths are in all exterior façade trades, curtain wall and glazing, roofing and waterproofing, HVAC and plumbing, energy efficiency, structural engineering, and construction management. ABBAE performs investigation, testing, engineering design, and prepare construction documents for both remedial and new construction projects. For both new construction and existing buildings, our services result in making buildings perform better by making them longer lasting with lower operating costs, and by reducing risk during construction.
Contact: For questions email Eamonn Kinsella, Director, Business Development.
AIA Honolulu Job Board
4 New Jobs Just Listed - 12 Total on our Job Board
Post a job with AIA Honolulu!
Jobs are posted for 1 month. Posting fee: $25/members, $40/non-members.
- NEW! Designer / Architect - Nan Inc
- NEW! Job Captain - AHL
- NEW! Construction Administrator - AHL
- NEW! Project Architect/Project Manager - AHL
- .....go to the AIA Honolulu Job Board to view all jobs listed.
AIA National Career Center
The AIA National Career Center is also a great place to look for your next career or post a job. Check back frequently as new jobs are posted every day.
Portfolio Reviews 2019
May 10: Senior Portfolio Exhibition 2019
The Chaminade University of Honolulu's Environmental + Interior Design invites you to their Senior Portfolio exhibition.
When: Friday, May 10, 5:30pm Industry Professionals, 6:30pm-8pm Public
Where: 3140 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, Ching Conference Rm
Free Parking, Entertainment by Jazzy Jay
RSVP: Click here to RSVP online
Upcoming Community Events
- May 10: APA Hawaii "OEQC Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Rules Update"
Hear from Scott Glenn, Director from Office of Environmental Quality Control (OEQC), Onaona Thoene, Chair Environmental Council. AIA Honolulu Members are welcome.
When/Where: Friday, May 10, 12:00-1:00pm, AIA Center for Architecture.
Topic: OEQC Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Rules Update.
Cost: $10 for AIA and AIA Honolulu members
Register: Click here to register online with APA.
- May 16: 5th Annual Trade Expo: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
Join us for a day of learning, networking, cooking demonstrations and view the latest products offering from dozen of manufacturers.
When/Where: Wednesday, May 15, 10am-7pm, 925 Kokea St, Honolulu
RSVP: By emailing Chanelle Haleck or call her at (808) 832-7474
- May 30: Women in Lodging & Tourism "EMBRACING RADICAL INNOVATION"
Please join Women in Lodging & Tourism at their 2019 educational workshop at the
Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show! Featured speakers come from the architecture & design industry from companies like WATG, AHL and G70
When/Where: Thursday, May 30, 11:30am-1:30pm, Hawaii Convention Ctr, Rm 314
Cost: $30 for WIL members, $35 for non-members
Register: Click here to register online.
2019 AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsorship Opportunities
Join Us! Start Your Sponsorship Early and Pick Your Programs
Get On Board Early! In 2019 you will see lots of exciting sponsorship and networking opportunities. Support your profession and become an AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsor Today!
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.