AIA Kentucky E-News

E-NEWS

July 2, 2020

JULY 2020

With the cancellation of many cookouts, parades, and fireworks displays, the Fourth of July festivities may look a bit different this year. Nevertheless, the Independence Day celebrations will surely go on. Similarly, AIA Kentucky continues to deliver beneficial programs and services to our members – even if they look a bit different than usual. Our code webinar series was such a hit that we are looking at a similar method of delivery for the content that was selected for our fall convention (more below), and we are investigating creative ways to honor the recipients of our 2020 design and service awards ( only one week left to nominate! ).

At the same time, we recognize the call to support our members in NEW ways. So we are excited to be accepting applicants for our 2020 ARE Grant Program , and we are actively seeking to expand our chapter’s focus on equity, diversity and inclusion in the profession. No slowing down this summer… there is plenty to do and you are all welcomed to jump in!

2020 AIA KY/IN Convention Postponed

Unfortunately, and out of an abundance of caution, the 2020 AIA Kentucky/AIA Indiana Convention has been cancelled due to COVID-19 related concerns.

In lieu of this year’s in person event, we are planning to present an on-line series of webinars (2020 AIA Kentucky/AIA Indiana Convention Webinar Series) using the presentations that were accepted for this year’s convention. The series will begin in August and continue through September. More information will be forthcoming regarding this convention webinar series, so please stay tuned.

We also ask that you SAVE THE DATE for the 2021 AIA Kentucky/AIA Indiana Convention, which will be held at the Seelbach Hilton Louisville on September 23-25, 2021.

Thank you for your understanding during this atypical time!

2020 AIA Kentucky Service Awards

Now Accepting Nominations!

Local chapter presidents are accepting nominations for the 2020 AIA Kentucky Special Awards for Outstanding Service to the Profession until Friday, July 10 .

Awards may be given in eight (8) categories. View the program information and nomination form here .

2021 AIA KY Board Openings

AIA Kentucky is seeking expressions of interest from members interested in leadership positions on the AIA Kentucky Board of Directors.

The position of Secretary for 2021 will be open, with preference given to a Northern Kentucky Section member to maintain geographic balance on the Executive Committee. This is a one-year term that traditionally leads to ongoing service in subsequent years as Treasurer, President-Elect and then President of AIA Kentucky.

The Associate Director , to be filled by an AIA Associate Member, serves a one-year term on the AIA Kentucky Board, for the 2021 calendar year.

Architect Members interested in the Secretary position and Associate Members interested in the Director position should submit a letter of interest to Nominating Committee Chairman (and Past President) Mark Powell, AIA no later than Friday, July 17, 2020.

2020 AIA KY ARE Grant Program

AIA Kentucky is proud to announce the 2020 ARE Grant Program*. This pilot program is intended to encourage eligible candidates to pursue professional licensure. All Kentucky residents--both AIA Members and non-members--actively taking the ARE are eligible.

The program has the potential to issue up to eight (8) grants in the amount of up to $250 each. Grant funds may be used for either the cost of testing or for other associated costs, including study material. The online application portal is open now, with a submission deadline of July 31, 2020. Best of luck to all the participants!

*Remember to regularly check the AIA Kentucky Business Center for additional scholarships, competitions and grant opportunities such as the Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship .

Member News

Member Benefit Spotlight

Newly updated for 2020, the second-ever AIA Small Firm Compensation Report is dedicated to the unique needs and structure of small architecture firms, including details on benefits offered and 23 detailed compensation tables broken out for six positions by firm type, firm revenue, region of the country, and more. Learn More.

Good Press

The June 12th, edition of Louisville’s Business First was full of news about our members and our profession! In addition to their annual ranking of architectural firms and a full-page add featuring AIA KY and 16 local firms, the issue included the following:

Rachel Worley, AIA, describing how the pandemic has impacted her practice
An article on how restaurants are rethinking their spaces due to Covid-19 featured Architectural Investments and SNDBX (Chris Manzo, AIA)
List of Interior Architecture firms
Prominent ads for Luckett & Farley, Stengel-Hill, Studio A, and TEG Architects

Cheers to public awareness and positive impact!

Firm News

Luckett & Farley has named architect Robert “Boz” Lindgren, AIA as market director for its new Civic Design Studio .

Employment & Achievements

Congratulations to Andrew Owens, AIA who was selected for the 2020 class of Leadership Kentucky!

Welcome New & Returning Members:

(Joined or Reinstated since June 1, 2020)

Abigail C. Bates, Assoc. AIA, Louisville
William T. Boyd, AIA, Shelbyville
Steve W. Martin, Assoc. AIA, RBS Design Group, Owensboro
Molly Meyer, Assoc. AIA, Studio Kremer Architects Inc., Louisville
Jonathan A. Ware, AIA, Gray Construction, Lexington

Calendar of Events:

AIA Kentucky and local chapter events are consolidated on a single calendar accessible via the AIA Kentucky Website. We'll post information about conferences, chapter events and other "happenings" of interest to the architectural community.

A sampling of upcoming items on the calendar:

July:

July 16 - AIA EKC July CE Program: Thermoplastic Roofing - Materials and Systems

July 21 - AIA CKC July CE Program: Essentials of Great Daylight Design by Mark Trier

Later:

Aug 18 - AIA CKC August CE Program: Client Panel Discussion

Sept. 1 - AIA National Annual Membership Meeting, 1 PM EST

Sept. 26 - AIA CKC Home Tour: Details TBA

Dec. 10 - AIA KY Holiday Party (Tentative)

View the latest edition of the AIA CKC E-news for more information about the following:

CKC Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
CKC Board Meeting Invite
2020 AIA CKC Home Tour

For additional information on AIA Central Kentucky Chapter events and other regional architecture-related activities, Follow CKC on Facebook or Twitter.

View the latest edition of the AIA EKC E-news for more information about the following:

Fayette Citizens Planning Academy
CoD News
Upcoming CE Programs

For information on AIA East Kentucky Chapter events and other regional architecture-related activities, Follow EKC on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

EP / NCARB News

Testing Updates

Read the latest updates from Prometric testing centers.

Top NCARB Blog Posts

AIA National News

Enter the AIA Film Challenge:

AIA National’s Film Challenge 2020 invites you to share your story about architects partnering with civic leaders and communities to design a healthy, sustainable, just world. Produce a 60- to 90-second mini-documentary on any device for your chance to win up to $7,000 and recognition by the architecture and film communities. Learn More.

Architectural Billings Index: May 2020

Architecture firms report steep decline in billings for third consecutive month

In his latest economic update webinar, AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker shared results of the May ABI and discussed the current state of the economy. If you missed it, view it here .

COVID-19 Resources

Listening, Learning, Acting

AIA joins the NAACP 2020 Diversity and Opportunity Report Card evaluation and develops guided discussions to pinpoint gaps in practice and policy. Read More.
As we work to break down barriers, we recognize we don't have all the answers. To succeed, our action must be guided by greater understanding. AIA's new resource page includes information to help bridge the gap. Learn More.

More AIA Products & Resources:

AIA Career Center - Search open jobs, post your resume and set up job alerts.
AIA Contract Documents - Choose from 180+ industry standard construction contracts and forms
Architectural Adventures - The official travel program of the AIA.
Business Intelligence - Navigate current business conditions, make smarter decisions, and prep for the future with AIA's business intelligence.
The AIA Trust - Countless risk management resources for your practice.
AIAU - 300+ instructors bring the industry's best learning to you.
Knowledge Communities - CE opportunities, discussion forums and research libraries on specific areas of practice that interest you. See all KC events.

The Last Word

Random thoughts from the ED mind:

Over 240 people attended the AIA Kentucky/CAAK/HBC Code Webinar series last month, with courses on Electronic Reviews and Inspections, Fire Ratings, and Means of Egress. Our speaker did an excellent job presenting the content in an engaging way and the online format received very positive feedback. We look forward to bringing this series back again next year and hope that many of you will join us again.

We are disappointed that this year’s AIA Kentucky/AIA Indiana convention will not be delivered in person, but we are looking forward to bringing you a webinar series FULL of engaging content (and HSW). More info is coming ASAP!

If you haven't renewed your architectural license for the FY 2021, the early renewal deadline was June 30. Payments with late fees can still be made until August 31. Contact the Board of Architects ASAP (859-246-2069 or www.boa.ky.gov) with any questions.

We are so happy that our ARE Grant Program has launched this month and I encourage all who are eligible to apply by July 31!

Watch for the latest edition of the AIA Kentucky Membership Directory and Firm Profile, which should land in your mailbox later this month. We'll also have a new online flipbook up on our website shortly thereafter.