Island Architect Weekly

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

AIA Honolulu "Member Spotlight"

Deirdre Stearns, AIA, Associate at AHL

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

The questions we asked Deirdre were......

What do you like about working at firm/your company?
What was the single-most influential event in your lifetime?
Can you recommend any good shows to see?
What’s your favorite thing to do on weekends?
What is your favorite holiday and why?

Click HERE to find out her 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 >.

2020 AIA Honolulu & AIA Hawaii Kick Off Party

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 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.

Jan 8: 2018 IEBC Review, 11:30am-1pm

AIA Honolulu members are going through and giving input on draft amendments to the 2012 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), which are proposed to be incorporated into the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu (ROH).

Jan 13: 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.

AIA National Information

Webinar Jan 6: Solutions to America's Housing Crisis

Earn 1 AIA LU— National Low Income Housing Coalition President and CEO Diane Yentel will share the latest research on America's affordable rental housing crisis and solutions to help end homelessness and housing poverty. January 6 at 12pm ET, Free - Register >

The Best Gifts Don't Come in a Box - View 2020 Tours

Give the gift to experience one of Architectural Adventures' unique and unforgettable 2020 trips! With small-group tours led by seasoned architectural experts, engage with the past, present, and future of building and design. Another gift...all tours qualify for AIA LUs. View 2020 Tours >

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

Two (2) News Jobs Just Listed on our Job Board

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

NEW! Job Captain - Fung Associates
NEW! Project Manager - Fung Associates

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 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

2020 AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsorship Opportunities

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

As you plan for 2020 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 relevant 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