Island Architect Weekly

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

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Jan 16 & 17: IIBEC So Cal Chapter: 20th Annual Hawaii Winter Workshop: Adapting to Change: Building for the Future and How to Get There (12.5 LUs)

Register Online! 12.5 AIA LU’s /RCI CEH’s

Join us as an attendee, sponsor, or exhibitor on the Big Island of Hawaii for the 20th Annual Hawaii Winter Workshop on Thursday, Jan. 16 & Friday, Jan. 17, 8am-4pm at the Hapuna Westin Beach Resort on the Kohala Coast. Breakfast, lunch, and seminar packets are included with each registration. View Program Agenda.

Workshop will improve the skills and knowledge base of design, rehabilitation, and forensics professionals (consultants, architects, and engineers), developers, contractors, and building system manufacturers. University and college level students welcome. The sessions will focus on the advancement of modern building enclosures by addressing aspects of manufacturing of products/systems, specification, installation, and building maintenance including investigation and repair. The program comprises of ten, 75-minute presentations, an exhibitor zone, and network reception.

Questions? Email the IIBEC So Cal Chapter with your questions.

AIA Honolulu "Member Spotlight"

Chad Okinaka, AIA, LEED AP - Principal with InForm Design

Welcome to "Member Spotlight" where we feature AIA Honolulu members, ask them 5 random questions, get to know each other and learn a thing or two.

The questions we asked Chad were......

If you could write your own job title that best describes what you do here, what would it be?
Which individual, living or dead, would you like to eat dinner with the most?
Where’s your favorite place in the world and why?
What kind of music do you listen to?
What is your dream car?

Click HERE to find out his reply to our questions.

Want to Suggest a Member or Participate? Email Jacy L. Youn, EVP and give her your suggestions.

Renew Your 2020 AIA Membership Today

Renew today and you could win a prize! Renew for 2020 by December 31, 2019 and you could win a 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 is underway and available through April 30, 2020. Learn more >.

AIA Honolulu Upcoming Events

GMM DECEMBER COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT
Dec 11: Brighten the Holidays for the Youth at Hale Kipa!

RSVP Today! Wednesday, Dec 11, 11:30am-1pm, Center for Architecture (Must RSVP for free lunch)

Donate a gift to the CFA by December 11, and join us as we wrap presents and enjoy a free holiday lunch.

Hale Kipa is a local private non-profit organization focusing on the youth who are at risk, e.g. homeless or living with an abusive family. The organization supports teens by providing a wide range of programs which includes emergency shelter, independent living skills, and a transitional family program.

Gifts/Items Needed: Click here to view the items on Hale Kipa's "Holiday Cheer Wish List".

For pre-wrapped gifts, please include a tag or note giving a brief description of the contents and approximate value. If you're unable to attend our GMM on Dec. 11 but would like to donate a gift, please drop it off at the CFA no later than Dec. 11 by noon.

Cost: Free. Lunch provided by Pragmatic Professional Engineers.

It's Time to Party! Come Kick-Off 2020 Thursday, Jan. 30, 5-8pm

NEW LOCATION! Join us at the Entrepreneurs Sandbox for the first time

Register Online Today! Our cocktail mixologist extraordinaire Jason Takeuchi, AIA will be featuring specialty drinks again.

Bring your colleagues, friends and spouse for a fun evening with great networking

Meet our new 2020 Board and hear what the year will bring. We will also thank our outgoing board and celebrate our Newly Licensed Architects.

Cost: $45 AIA/Allied Members, $35 Assoc. AIA, $55 Non-Members & $25 Students.

MAHALO 2020 KICK OFF PARTY SPONSOR!
View 2020 Sponsorship prospectus and start your partnership with AIA Honolulu today. Questions? Email Camilla Nicholas, AIA Honolulu.

AIA Committee Meetings

AIA Honolulu committee meetings are open to all active AIA Honolulu members.

Dec 9: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Architecture, 12pm-1pm

This committee will support equity, diversity, and inclusion within the design community and create a stronger profession by providing opportunities for career progression, leadership development, elevating work culture, and inclusive talent recruitment.

Dec 12: Housing Committee Meeting, 12pm-1pm

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.

AIA National Information

AIA National Now Accepting Applications for 5 Scholarships

AIA National’s Architects Foundation is now accepting applications for five scholarships supporting students pursuing architecture degrees. The application period for these five scholarships is open through Jan. 17, 2020. More information on the Foundation’s scholarship programs can be found online.

AIA Honolulu Job Board

1 Job Listed on our Job Board

Post a job with AIA Honolulu!
Jobs are posted for 1 month. Posting fee: $25/members, $40/non-members.

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 UHSoA & AIAS Events

Dec. 6: AIAS-SCASLA-UHSA^3 Gingerbread Esquisse

This year the alumni are coordinating with AIAS and the Student Chapter of the Society of Landscape Architects (SCASLA) at the School of Architecture for the Annual Gingerbread Esquisse!

Join them Friday, Dec. 6 at 5pm in the School of Architecture Courtyard. Kits available for $8 and completed structures will be judged and prizes awarded. Or you can just come for the fun! Feel free to bring your friends, family and kids! There will be a BBQ dinner and games + a silent auction in support of Joyce Noe's Retirement Celebration held next year.

RSVP: RSVP in advance to aias@hawaii.edu so they can have enough kits. Additional kits will be available if you end up not having anything to do on Friday and want to support this joint event!

Dec 13: UH School of Architecture Open House 4:30-6:30pm

If you have family, friends, or colleagues who want to know more about the Bachelor of Environmental Design, Master of Landscape Architecture, and Doctor of Architecture degree programs at the UHM School of Architecture, please encourage them to attend this OPEN HOUSE on Friday December 13, 2019, 4:30 - 6:30 pm at the School of Architecture. Come for short presentations, tours, a year-end display of student work, and a hands-on design esquisse.

Questions? Call 808.965.7225 or email arch@hawaii.edu.

Save the Date! Come Celebrate Joyce Noe, FAIA's Retirement Jan 17

Longtime AIA Honolulu member Joyce Noe, FAIA has retired from the University of Hawaii School of Architecture after 38 years of service and they are putting together a little celebration for her and would like for you to save the date! View Event Flyer.

When/Where: Friday, Jan 17, 5pm, Pacific Club.

Questions? Email uhsaaa@uhalumni.org

Upcoming Community Events

Dec. 4: APA Hawaii: DURP Program and Faculty Research Updates
The Department of Urban and Regional Planning (DURP) faculty members will provide an update on the MURP program re-accreditation process, as well as updates on faculty research.
When/Where: Wed, Dec. 4, 12-1pm, AIA Center for Architecture
Cost: $10 APA/APA-HI & AIA members, $20 Non-members, Students Free
Register: Click here to register online.
Dec 4 & 5: Free PUC Plan Directive Preview Workshops
Attend the Department of Planning and Permitting's (DPP) free public workshops to refine the content of the Primary Urban Center (PUC) Development Plan. Review their proposed plan direction, comment on suggested policies/strategies, vote on and prioritize implementation actions, ask questions of staff, and share any outstanding concerns. Tell them: are they on the right track?
Sign up for the Oahu Veteran's Center workshop!
When: Wednesday Dec. 4, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Oahu Veteran's Center (Sullivan Hall),1298 Kukila St
Sign up for the Ala Wai Elementary workshop!
When: Thursday Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Ala Wai Elementary (Cafeteria), 503 Kamoku Street

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