Island Architect Weekly

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Renew Your 2020 AIA Membership

Renew today and you could win a prize! Renew for 2020 by December 31, 2019 and you could win an 10.5-inch iPad Air or a $200 Visa Card. Learn more

Dues Installment Program! Pay your dues in up to six monthly installments. Enrollment begins October 1, 2019 and is available through April 30, 2020. Learn more >

AIA Honolulu Upcoming Events

Nov 9: Architectural Walking Tour - Spots Still Available!

Spots are still available for our regular bi-weekly Saturday Architectural Walking Tours. This is a fun architectural treat that should not be missed. Invite your family and friends for some holiday fun.

The tour is of downtown Honolulu through the eyes of an architect from 9am-11:30am (check in 8:45am) starting at the Center for Architecture.

2019 Year-End Event at Ferguson Showroom
Nov. 13: AIA-GCA-ACECH Collaboration 2020

RSVP Online! Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5pm-8pm, Ferguson Showroom.
Hurry! Registration closes this Friday, Nov. 8!

The AIA-GCA committee is expanding our partnership to include the ACECH. Join us for this exciting introductory event to meet with members from all our organizations, as well as hear from each organization leader’s vision for collaboration opportunities as industry partners in 2020.

Agenda: 5pm Networking, Cocktails & Pupus, 6-6:30pm Program, 6:30-8pm Networking, Raffle Giveaways, Cocktails & Pupus.

Cost: Free. Registration limited to first 50 AIA members.

Advocacy Opportunity

Nov 6: Draft Parking and Loading amendments to the LUO

Wednesday, Nov 6, 9am-11am, Hawaii State Capitol, Basement Auditorium

The Department of Planning and Permitting is finalizing proposed updates to the Off-Street Parking and Loading section of our zoning code, and they want your help reviewing the proposal. As a stakeholder in our community who participated in the community outreach early on, they are pleased to invite you to a follow-up meeting to help them better understand your perspective on the proposal and answer any questions you may have.

Review the attached Draft Report and Draft Bill. The Report explains the substantive changes that are being made, and provides some justification for those changes. The Bill contains the technical regulatory changes across the Land Use Ordinance. They would appreciate it if you could review these documents, and prepare comments and questions that they can discuss at the follow-up meeting.

Can't Make the Meeting? Email questions or comments to abeatty@honolulu.gov.

AIA Honolulu Member Information

Congratulations Bettina Mehnert, FAIA - 2019 CEO of the Year!

In case you missed it! Hawaii Business announced today that the 2019 CEO of the Year is our very own AIA Honolulu member Bettina Mehnert, FAIA with AHL.

In their write up they stated "Mehnert brings creativity, skill, passion and commitment to all that she does, including her innovative work as a nationally recognized architect and as a leader in helping Hawai‘i face the challenges of climate change."

Nov 7: Understanding the General Conditions of a Construction Contract

FREE - Register Online! Thursday, November 7, 2-3pm (ET). Earn 1 LU.

A free webinar on Nov. 7 provides a detailed analysis of the A201-2017, General Conditions including essential information to understand before beginning any project. Also, examine how the new Sustainable Projects Exhibit can be used to provide a positive outcome on the health, safety and welfare of building occupants.

Nov 12: Innovations in Rural Hospital Design Webinar

FREE - Register Online! November 12 at 2pm (ET)

Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW—This session will showcase several recent hospital design innovations, like "universal platforms", that have been spearheaded by rural providers.

Submit to the AIA Small Project Awards by Nov 12

A small project can make a big impact, and a single design element can set the tone for large projects. These awards highlight that projects modest in budget and size bring to communities and individuals, and showcase exemplary small projects.

Deadline: November 12. Learn more >

Nov 13: Overtime Requirements: Are You Paying Your Employees Correctly?

FREE - Register Online! Wednesday, November 13, 3-4pm (ET) - Earn 1 LU.

Does your firm fully understand the Department of Labor (DOL) requirements? Attend a free webinar that explores the various categories of "exempt" employees most applicable to design firms, identify potential ways to increase compliance with applicable rules and more.

Nov 19: Updated 2019 Construction Manager as Constructor documents

FREE - Register Online! Tuesday, November 19, 3-4pm (ET). Earn 1 LU.

Join a free webinar to explore the newly revised 2019 AIA Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) documents launching on November 15. Examine these new changes addressed in the updated CMc documents; including the expanded construction manager's preconstruction services role, and new Sustainable Projects and Insurance and Bonds exhibits.

Nov 19-22: Greenbuild International Conference in November

The Greenbuild International Conference and Expo focused on sustainability and resilient building solutions will take place on November 19-22, 2019, in Atlanta.

The 2019 Keynote will be President Barack Obama. Read more.

Call for Submissions: 2020 CRIT Scholar Research Grant Program

The AIAS announces its third year of the CRIT Scholar program in partnership with the AIA. Through CRIT Scholar students have the ability to be awarded $1,000 towards their research along with personalized mentor match. Further research in architecture education and encourage students to apply.

Deadline: December 1. Apply today >

AIA Honolulu Job Board

1 New Job Just Listed & 4 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! Project Architect & Job Captain - MGA Architecture LLC

Project Manager - Alakea Design Group, LLC
Acad Draftperson/Project Manager - Henniger & Henniger Inc
Senior Construction Administration Architect - Design Partners Incorporated

.....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.

Upcoming UH & AIAS Events

Nov. 7-10: AIAS Hawaii Fall 2019 West Quad Conference

AIAS Hawaii will host regional chapters of AIAS through its 2019 conference theme, KULEANA, focusing on culturally intensive design. Professionals are encouraged to participate. Events include PAN, keynotes, breakout sessions, sandcastle competition, and AIAS Beaux Arts Ball. View Event Flyer.

Register: Click here to register online.

Nov. 16: UHSA^3's 3rd Annual Beaux Arts Ball is back!

RSVP & Purchase Tickets Online! NIGHT ON THE STRIP will take place once again in the Grand Ballroom at the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Join the glitz and glam surrounded by the glittering lights in the spirit of Las Vegas. We'll socialize and enjoy a delightful dinner buffet and drinks. There will also be our high-spirited live auction, silent auction, dancing with a live DJ, and casino games by Just Like Vegas! Cocktail attire. View Invitation.

Cost: $750 Table (10 people), $77 General Public, $27 Students

Questions? Email them at uhsaaa@uhalumni.org

Upcoming Community Events

Nov 6: Kick the Tires: Adapting the Singapore Housing Model to End Hawaii’s Housing Shortage
Anyone interested in ending Hawaii’s housing shortage will have the opportunity to hear from the subject matter experts on major issues like cost, infrastructure capacity, and financing.
When/Where: Wednesday, Nov. 6, 9am-5pm, Hawaii Carpenters And Drywall Training Fund Ctr
Cost: Free and open to the public.
Register: Click here to register online today.
Questions? Email Adrian Tam or call him at 808-586-8420.

Nov 7: Hawaii Wellness Leaders Forum
There will be a keynote and wellness leaders panel who will share how their efforts around purpose and mindfulness are driving higher organizational performance. Includes a healthy breakfast plus wellness partner exhibits.
When/Where: Thursday, Nov. 7, 8am-11am, Pomaikai Ballrooms, Dole Cannery
Keynote: Pono Shim, President and CEO, Oahu Economic Development Board
Topic: Leading with Aloha and Purpose starts with You
Cost: $199. AIA Honolulu members get $50 off when you use special promo code "Affiliate50".
Register: Click here to register online.

Nov. 8: World Town Planning Day: Decolonizing Housing
The Department of Urban and Regional Planning (DURP) will host its annual event, World Town Planning Day + Decolonizing Cities: Part III.
When/Where: Friday, Nov. 8, 5pm-7:30pm, 105 Crawford Hall, UH Manoa
Topic: Housing
Speaker: Rau Hoskins & Andrew Choy (DHHL). Moderator: Kamuela Enos
Questions: Contact DURP at 808.956.7381

Nov. 13: Free! Art + Design + Architecture on Community Wellness
Join us for an engaging discussion as we delve into how art, design and architecture complement - or complicate - community wellness. Moderator: Bettina Mehnert, FAIA, AHL. View Event Flyer.
When/Where: November 13, 6-8 PM, VELOCITY HONOLULU, 888 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu
RSVP: Email Marketing@ahl.design to RSVP by Nov 8. Space is limited.

2020 AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsorship Opportunities

Together We Are Strong! Join Us in 2020 & Support Your Chapter

As you start to plan for your 2020 budget we would like to remind you that our NEW Sponsorship Prospectus is hot off the press and we would love to be part of your marketing and outreach efforts!

Align your firm with relevent programs and events! In 2020 we will offer new professional development programs, more advocacy efforts and greater visibility for your firm. Start your partnership with supporting our 2020 AIA Honolulu Kickoff Party Jan. 30! Options are limitless as we offer lots of different programs and levels to choose from.

Questions? Email or call us (808) 628-7245 for questions or to pledge your support