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Small Firms, Big Impact - We’re Listening.

At AIA|LA, we’ve been hearing directly from small firm practitioners about what matters most: greater support, stronger connections, and more accessible resources. That’s why we’re rolling out a series of FREE opportunities designed specifically with you in mind.

These upcoming events offer the chance to learn, network, and engage with your community - without adding strain to your bottom line. And this is just the beginning.

More initiatives are coming this fall, because we understand the unique challenges small firms face - and we’re committed to being a reliable partner in your growth and success.

WILDFIRE HARDENING BEST PRACTICES

August 19 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

There has been a growing need for a comprehensive hazard assessment and mitigation methodology to harden structures and parcels effectively and efficiently against ember and fire exposures. To address this need, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), CAL FIRE, and Insurance Institute for Business and Home (IBHS), embarked on a sixteen-month collaborative effort, culminating in this Hazard Mitigation Methodology (HMM).

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CHOOSING A GC/FIRE FORTIFICATION

September 9 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Join AIA Los Angeles for an insightful Lunch & Learn presented by 30 year old veteran Monument Home Builders, a premier builder specializing in residential construction in the Palisades. They are focused strictly on the Palisades for efficiency and cost savings. With a reputation for quality craftsmanship and deep experience in custom and fire-rebuild projects, Monument Home Builders is committed to building better, smarter and stronger.

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SMALL & EMERGING BUSINESS QUARTERLY MEETING – AUGUST 2025

August 21 @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The third of a quarterly get together for small businesses to 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.

We have invited AAa/e (Asian American architects/engineers) and NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects) to distribute this to their members as well.

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MEET THE PRACTICES – JOHN KALISKI ARCHITECTS, INC. (JKA)

October 16 @ 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM

Please join us for a tour of John Kaliski Architects, Inc. Founded in 2000, JKA is a full-service, certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) focusing on multifamily housing and urban design projects. The firm’s mission is to employ architecture and urban design practices to create resilient buildings and places that foster individual well-being, social opportunity, and a sense of community.

Light Bites and Drinks will be served.

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The Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architects