Thanks …Giving
It’s appropriate that Thanksgiving and the end of my term as president coincide closely in time. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not giving thanks that the year is over. Rather, it’s an appropriate time for us to give thanks for what the AIA provides us in a challenging time. More>>
Highlights from ArchEx 2011
Well over a 1,000 professionals benefitted from Architecture Exchange East this year. 113 experts presented the latest topics, tools and techniques in over 60 sessions. More than 40% of our exhibitors were new in a redesigned ArchEx Exhibit Hall. Thanks to all of our members, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and attendees for supporting ArchEx 2011. More>>
International Green Construction Code Comment Period
The final action hearings on the International Green Construction Code were held Nov. 2-6 in Phoenix, Arizona. More>>
Renewal Incentives
Although your membership payment isn’t due until Jan. 15, you might want to consider renewing now. Renew by Dec. 31 and you’ll receive one free continuing education course from the AIA Virtual Convention. More>>
AIA Call for Issues
The AIA Board Advocacy Committee sent out the 2012 Call for Issues with the goal of gathering members’ views on the issues most important to them. More>>
Reducing Unlicensed Practice
Exaggeration? Maybe. But In this economy, we are hearing more tales of unlicensed practice. More>>
2012 Officers Elected
Officers for the 2012 Board of Directors were elected at the Annual Meeting of the Membership on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. More>>
Hanbury Circle Announced at Visions
To honor individuals who have contributed at least $10,000 over their lifetime or as part of a bequest — or organizations that have given at a level above $100,000 — the Virginia Center for Architecture announced the establishment of the Hanbury Circle at Visions for Architecture on Nov. 4, 2011. More>>
AIA Launches Stalled Projects Database
The American Institute of Architects has launched its Stalled Projects Database, where industry leaders can connect with investors and re-start projects nationwide that make solid economic sense but which lack the financing needed to be finished. More>>
USGBC Discounts for AIA Members
AIA members receive a 15% discount on select USGBC publications and webinars because of a new AIA/USGBC agreement. More>>
Changes to Self-Reporting HSW Hours
Beginning in calendar year 2012, aligning closer with state licensing boards’ practice, AIA Continuing Education System providers will need to report HSW courses for you to receive HSW credits. More>>
Henry Vannier Shriver Dies
Henry Vannier Shriver of Norfolk, Va., Virginia Tech alumnus and architect of Cowgill and Burchard halls, died on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011. He was 84 years old. More>>