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Tuesday Newsletter
November 4, 2025
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Just 10 Days Left: Get Your 5 ADA Hours Done in One Day!
Stay compliant for 2025 or get ahead for 2027—in just one focused, practical in-person seminar. Join Janis Kent, FAIA, CASp, and cover all 5 mandatory hours while you gain real-world knowledge and insights.
If you work in the public multi-family sector, this program is essential! This is the last ADA seminar that AIA|LA will offer in 2025.
Members save $70.
Friday November 14 from 9:30am-3:30pm
Stepping Thru Accessible Public Multi-Family Residential Facilities
JOIN US ON NOVEMBER 14
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Fall Arch Tour Fest — 18 Tours, Endless Inspiration
Ready to see Los Angeles through a new lens? This year’s Fall Arch Tour Fest brings together 18 exclusive toursspanning every corner of the city — from iconic classics by Lautner and Soriano to innovative new schools, libraries, community centers, multi-family housing, and even the Hollywood Bowl.
It’s a long weekend of discovery, creativity, and celebration — a rare chance to step inside the spaces that define (and are redefining) Los Angeles.
November 13–16
Tickets are selling fast — reserve your tours now!
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DESIGN AWARDS SALON
November 5 @ 5:30P- 7:30P
Celebrate the year’s most inspiring projects — and the brilliant minds behind them — at this intimate and lively reception on November 5, 5:30–7:30 PM at the AIA|LA Center for Communities.
Winners of both the Built and Unbuilt categories will take the stage to receive their awards and share insights about their winning designs. You’ll also hear directly from the jury...
Story and Registration
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SMALL & EMERGING BUSINESS HOLIDAY GATHERING - FREE
November 6 @ 5:30P -7:30P
The last get together for small businesses in 2025! Come network & discuss relevant issues that impact small/emerging practices. The intent of this meeting is to help facilitate AIA engagement with smaller practitioners and to provide a collective voice for change.
Come get to know your peers and to discuss topics and strategies that may help with your business growth.
Story and Registration
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FALL WALKING TOUR: STRÖL_WEST ADAMS EMERGING
November 8 @ 8:00A - 12:00P
Anchored by iconic buildings that are home to West Adams, you will experience a walking tour of a neighborhood that’s emerging: West Adams.
Open Face Food Shop will be the base camp for coffee and pastries at 8:00 am. Then, we will divide into groups to explore Zoe Loft, designed by Shubin and Donalson, 5600 West Adams and Alsace Hotel (now Alsace Living) designed by Neil...
Story and Registration
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Board Election 2026: Voting is Open through November 11
Candidate Town Hall Video is Online
Your vote has a lasting impact on how we serve you and our community.
To help our members get to know this year’s nominees, and understand the programs and
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initiatives the candidates propose to bring to the table, we presented a virtual Board of Directors 2026 Candidate Town Hall on October 6.
Each candidate had 4 minutes each to share their platform, followed by an opportunity for Q&A with the audience.
You can watch the video of our Town Hall before you vote, to hear the candidates talk about their mission and vision.
Architect and Associate members: please be sure to vote until 12 noon on Tuesday, November 11.
HEAR FROM THE CANDIDATES ON YOUTUBE
VOTE BY NOON ON NOVEMBER 11
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Emerging Professionals & Fellows Fall Mixer 2025
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The AIA|LA Emerging Professionals Committee is excited to invite you to the third annual EP × Fellows Mixer, taking place Wednesday, November 19th from 6–8PM at Bestor Architecture (2030 Hyperion Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027).
This annual gathering celebrates connection across generations of our profession, offering Emerging Professionals a chance to learn from Fellows’ experience, and Fellows an opportunity to engage with the next wave of design professionals shaping Los Angeles. The insights and mentorship shared at this event are invaluable, and your presence truly makes all the difference.
RSVP BY NOV. 12
| | | iMasons Climate Accord (iCA) Summit 2025: Building a Decarbonized Future Together | | |
Over three days, iMasons Climate Accord (iCA) will gather for a high-impact summit focused on advancing sustainability, reducing emissions, and improving efficiency in digital infrastructure. Join iCA's Governing Body,
Working Groups, Strategic Alliances, and leading member organizations for keynotes, panels, and workshops to explore bold solutions, accelerate the adoption of clean energy, and drive systemic change -- reflecting a shared commitment to a sustainable future.
Registration
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Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors
As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our annual sponsors who supported AIA|LA’s events and operations throughout 2025. Your partnership is indispensable to keeping our chapter strong, vibrant, and thriving.
We’re deeply grateful for your continued commitment to our mission and community.
Interested in joining us as a 2026 sponsor?
Contact us to learn more about upcoming opportunities!
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