Island Architect Weekly - 2.18.2020

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

GMM This Thursday, Feb. 20!  Hawaii's Landfill Conditions & Construction Waste Diversion Options (1 HSW)

Register Online! Thursday, Feb. 20, 11:30am-1pm, CFA.

Hawaii’s landfills are quickly approaching maximum capacities requiring an evaluation of our state’s waste management practices. The construction industry is responsible for 42% of Oahu’s waste and without exploring alternate opportunities, these landfills will require expanded facilities, impacting our local communities. Our panel discussion will include a review of the current state of our landfills, planned landfill expansions and potential impact as well as available alternates for diverting construction waste. View Event Flyer.

Speakers: Quinn Vittum, director of Re-use Hawaii, a non-profit organization dedicated to waste reduction through building material salvage and reuse. Makana Paris, serving his fourth term as President of the Prince Kūhiō Hawaiian Civic Club, and second term as the Government Relations Chair of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs.

Cost:  $20 AIA Members; $30 Non-members (Includes lunch).

Mar 4: 2020 Mentorship Program + Kick Off Pau Hana

Register Online! Online registration to the Kickoff Pau Hana automatically enrolls you in the program. Registration limited to first 25 participants. View Flyer!

When/Where: Wednesday, Mar. 4, 5:30-7:30pm, CFA.

We invite AIA Honolulu members and Non-Members to participate in our mentorship program geared toward emerging professionals and their development.  A formal platform and social group for emerging professionals to engage with industry leaders from diverse backgrounds. Five learning groups will engage a new mentor every other month in Pau Hana setting.

2020 Kick-Off Pau Hana! The program begins with a Kick-Off Pau Hana, which will be an informal gathering to introduce the program and allow participants to meet the mentors and their learning groups. All participants are strongly encouraged to attend the kick-off pau hana.

Program Cost: $50 - Includes Pau Hana Kickoff + 5 Group Mentoring Sessions.

Mar 5: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Launch (1 LU)

Register Online! Thursday, March 5, 5-7:30pm, CFA. Registration will open to the public the week of February 24 and seats are limited.

Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion committee. EDI’s mission is to support equity, diversity and inclusion within the design community and create a stronger profession by providing opportunities for career progression, leadership development, work culture improvements, and talent recruitment. We are committed to supporting the actions and conversations that lead to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive design community that represents the unique characteristics of Hawaiʻi. 
 
Cost: Free for AIA Members & Students. $10 for Non-members.

AIA Committee Meetings

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

Feb 27: 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 Honolulu Job Board

Three (3) New Jobs Just Listed and Six (6) Total

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

• NEW! Project Architect/Designer - Dean Sakamoto Architects/SHADE
  
• NEW! Field Technician - Trinity ERD
  
• NEW! Project Manager - InForm Design
  

• .....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.

• View Job Listings
• Post a Job Online

AIA National Update

AIA Conference on Architecture May 14-16, Los Angeles

Register Online Today! A’20 is home to a speaker lineup you won’t find anywhere else. There’s only one architecture and design event of the year! Register now to get your top session picks. Then, book your hotel, browse travel discounts, and download the A’20 app.  Don’t miss this year’s keynotes and an unrivaled range of seminars, tours, workshops, and expo credit sessions bring the best new work and trending topics to you. You’ll also earn your HSW, ADA, GBCI, and AIA LU credits for the year.

New AIA members get free registration!  Put your member benefits to work for you in Los Angeles with free registration to the AIA Conference on Architecture. New members get free registration, a benefit worth up to $875. Read more >

Proposed Executive Order Takes Aim at Modern Architecture

In the wake of the proposed executive order titled "Make Federal Buildings Beautiful Again," the architecture community is speaking up about the top-down directive on architectural style.

The order states that "the classical architectural style shall be the preferred and default style" for federal courthouses, all federal public buildings in the Capital region, and all other federal public buildings whose cost exceeds $50 million.

NPR talks to the proponents behind the draft and Robert Ivy, FAIA, AIA National Past President.

AIA National condemns the draft order. To add your voice to the opposition, click here to contact the President.

AIA National Testified on Climate Action

On Wednesday, February 12, AIA member and COTE Chair Julie Hiromoto, AIA, testified before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Energy. The hearing was entitled, "Saving Energy: Legislation to Improve Energy Efficiency and Storage." Hiromoto spoke about the importance of increasing building energy efficiency and maintaining current federal policy that phases out the use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. Click here to read the interview, full testimony or read the transcript.

National Survey Says Public Supports Licensing Standards

According to a recent national survey released by the Alliance for Responsible Professional Licensing (ARPL), there is public support for maintaining licensing standards for professions that have an impact on health, safety and welfare. Read more >

Upcoming UHSoA & AIAS Events

Mar 20: 2020 UHSAAA Golf Tournament

UHSAAA is proud to announce the 27th Annual University of Hawaii School of Architecture Alumni Association Scholarship Golf Tournament at the Pearl Country Club on Friday, March 20, 2020. Your support directly funds our UH Foundation UHSAAA endowment which awards two annual scholarships to University of Hawaii Architecture students.
 
Click here for a flyer with more information and registration form.

Upcoming Community Events

• Mar 5: Critical Business Planning for Contracting Companies
  Come learn about 1) Tax planning for business owners 2) Business succession and exit planning 3) Continuity plans 4) Employee retention 5) Key employee benefits 6) Bonus and compensation structure. View Event Flyer.
  When/Where: Thursday, Mar 5, 8-10am, Kapolei Golf Club, 91 701 Farrington Hwy
  RSVP: To RSVP email Samantha Haas.

2020 AIA Honolulu Annual Sponsorship Opportunities

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

As you plan for 2020 please take a look at our updated Sponsorship Prospectus. 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. 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.