AIA EKC - June 2020 E-News

June 2, 2020

Contents:

What's Happening

Learning Opportunities

Subheading

What's Happening: East Kentucky and Beyond

Everyone deserves universal respect and human dignity.

"As Americans, we are mindful of this nation's dark history of racial inequality. We are appalled by any actions that further threaten the universal respect and human dignity that everyone deserves. As architects, we remain committed to advancing civil rights protections, fair housing policies, and accessibility in the built world to help achieve the more perfect union we all seek. The fact is that architects and AIA, in our more than 160-year history, have not always felt compelled to share our perspectives. But the times we live in, the horrific nature of the events we witness, and the role we see for every member of our society demands that we speak out."

- Jane Frederick, FAIA

AIA 2020 President

COCKTAIL NAPKIN SKETCH CONTEST

We are inviting all AIA EKC chapter members to submit up to (2) sketch entries and the top (3) winners will be recognized in an e-blast on our social media pages.

The winning entry will receive a $100 gift card to the local restaurant/retailer of their choice and the top (3) entries will also get to select their favorite local charitable organization that AIA EKC will donate $100 towards!

The Theme for this competition is "Kentucky Architecture" - all sketch entries shall be of any structure within the state of Kentucky.

Digital submissions due TOMORROW, June 3rd. Please email submissions (with you or your child's name) and your AIA# to: AIA EKC

AIA KY COMMUNITY FORUM

All EKC members are encouraged to join the AIA community in KY as we discuss a lot of relevant topics during the COVID-19 shutdown. Visit AIA KY Community Forum to join!

2020 AIA KENTUCKY DESIGN AWARDS

Call for Submissions

AIA Kentucky's 2020 Honor Awards for Excellence in Architectural Design are officially open for submissions,

now until Friday, June 5 .

Projects completed in the last 10 years are eligible and may be submitted in several categories, including Unbuilt Work. Visit aiaky.org/honorawards2020 to learn more!

AIA KY/IN 2020 CONFERENCE "RACE FOR RESILIENCE"

The conference is still being scheduled for 9/17-9/19 at the Seelbach Hotel in Louisvlle.

AIA KY / EKC / CKC shared a combined booth to advocate for our professional organization and the numerous benefits it offers those starting their careers in the architectural field.

CITIZENS PLANNING ACADEMY (FAYETTE ALLIANCE)

The conference is still being scheduled for 9/17-9/19 at the Seelbach Hotel in Louisvlle. Citizens Planning Academy is a free, four-week program designed to educate Fayette County residents on land-use planning and its relationship to our community's economic development, environment, and quality-of-life. Local community leaders and experts will speak on issues ranging from our sewer systems and green space to local land use and housing affordability.

Visit Fayette Alliance to learn more and apply!

2020 Dates: July 21 & 28, August 4 & 11.

Application launches June 2020.

UK COLLEGE OF DESIGN NEWS & EVENTS

Official UK Coronavirus Website (link)
Reynolds Building Project Updates (link)
Mentorship By Design - Mentors Needed! (link)
UK CoD Strategic Plan 2021 (link)

Stay tuned to the CoD Website and Facebook for updates

Learning Opportunities

AIA EKC's "Third Thursday" CE Lunches

Free lunch & beverages provided to AIA/NCARB members:

Topic:

"Large Doors: How to Select the Right Door" (1 AIA LU/HSW)

Presented By: Andersen Windows & Doors

When:

Thursday, June 18, 2020 from 12:00pm tp 1:00pm EDT.

Where:

Event may occur in-person at Thermal Equipment Sales or via webinar. Login details TBD.

Sign Up:

Register here or email Craig Chamberlain, AIA with any questions

AIA EKC will continue to monitor the recommendations from the CDC and Government Agencies on when to resume in-person continuing education programming.

LOOKING FOR FREE AIA LU'S / HSW LU'S?

Note: Neither the AIA or the KY Board of Architects will not be granting an extension for KY Architects to obtain their required continuing education by the end of the year.

With many continuing education programs being temporarily cancelled, we have pulled together a great list of free AIA LU's resources for you. As a reminder, AIA requires a total of (18) LU's annually with (12) of those being HSW LU's.

AEC Daily www.aecdaily.com
ATS Seminar https://www.atsseminar.com/en/online-architecture-course
BNP Media https://continuingeducation.bnpmedia.com/
The Continuing Architect https://www.thecontinuingarchitect.com/
Hanley Wood https://www.hanleywooduniversity.com/
Ron Blank & Associates: https://www.ronblank.com/
SGC Horizon https://sgchorizon.com/brand/bdc-university

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR 2020 EKC "THIRD THURSDAY" SPONSOR

Thermal Equipment Sales

Providing HVAC equipment sales, parts, supplies and service for facility needs in Kentucky and Indiana.

Good News!

EKC News & Updates:

If you have any EKC news, please let us know at: [email protected]

EKC Firm News

None this month.

EKC Congratulates the Following Newly Licensed Architects

None this month.

EKC Welcomes our New & Returning Members (since March 2020):

Alexander J. Bosse, Assoc. AIA, Harrodsburg
Ryan Fortner, Assoc. AIA, Lancaster
Dalton S. Partin, Assoc. AIA, Bristol Group, Lexington

Did you know? AIA Member Benefits!

RE-OCCUPANCY ASSESSMENT TOOL

Architects and allied professionals are in a unique position to coordinate a range of mitigation strategies that, in aggregate, reduce the risk of exposure to and transmission of COVID-19 within non-health care settings. The goal of this assessment tool is to promote best practices that protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public while creating opportunities for businesses, schools, restaurants, and other non-essential facilities to provide services.

AIA Re-occupancy Assessment Tool

Why is this beneficial to me? This document provides architects, private clients, and civic leaders a framework of strategies for reoccupying buildings and businesses that are in the process of transitioning from being fully closed to fully open.

(*Each month we'll share a potentially unknown and relevant AIA National resources offered to you free with your membership that you may not be taking advantage of!)

AIA NATIONAL COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR ARCHITECTS

As we navigate this unprecedented crisis in our global community, AIA is committed to equipping our members with the information they need to help navigate these uncertain times . Follow AIA's COVID-19 website for invaluable resources.

AIA KENTUCKY COVID-19 RESOURCES

AIA Kentucky has compiled a list of responses and resources to combat COVID-19 that are specific to Kentucky. Follow AIA KY's COVID-19 website for additional information.