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Tuesday Newsletter

January 30, 2024

The Tech Conference - Speakers announced (with more to come...)

When we sit down with architecture firms, our constant question is: How can AIA|LA bring more value to you? The resounding response tends to be, "More education to keep us at the forefront of innovation." Enter the Technology Conference – a direct response to the lightning-paced evolution of technology that is increasingly shaping our industry. This conference isn't just an event; it's an opportunity to be pushed outside your comfort zone, encouraging you to contemplate how to stay ahead of the curve.



Our lineup of speakers, carefully curated for this thought-provoking conference, is nothing short of incredible. These experts will not only address the challenges but also provide insightful solutions. And, guess what? There's more to come! Stay tuned as we unveil additional speakers who will join this dynamic conversation. Secure your front-row seat now! This is your chance to be part of a discussion that could help redefine the way we navigate the future of architecture and technology.


More info and Speaker Bios

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The AIA|LA Advocacy Report - January 30, 2024

From the desk of Will Wright, Hon.AIA|LA - Director of Government & Public Affairs


Architects of LA, Shape the Future with Us!



Tired of deciphering cryptic code updates and navigating bureaucratic labyrinths? It’s time to take the reins! Register now for our exclusive quarterly meetings with the General Manager of Los Angeles Building and Safety and be the architect of your own informed future.


Join us to have:

-Direct access to LADBS leadership: Get your questions answered straight from the source. Answers in real time!

-The inside scoop on building codes and initiatives: Stay ahead of the curve with firsthand insights on new regulations and emerging trends.

-An opportunity to shape the future of LA’s built environment: Be part of the conversation, advocate for architect-friendly policies, and influence the city’s skyline.

-To network and build your community: Connect with like-minded professionals, share best practices, and foster meaningful collaborations.


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AIA Los Angeles celebrates Yasmeen Barakat, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, a Medical Planner with Perkins&Will.


"Embracing a diverse background and immersing myself in various cultures has profoundly enriched my life and career. After residing in different countries, Los Angeles resonated with an immediate sense of belonging upon arrival, solidifying it as my chosen home for the past three years. Recently being honored as one of Healthcare Design Magazine’s 2023 Rising Stars is a testament to my six-year journey in the U.S., where my aspirations to advance my career in architecture evolved into a calling for healthcare planning and design. The challenges it brings only intensify my fulfillment, affirming my belief that purpose-driven work is the ultimate pursuit."

Coming Up

Lunch and Learn – Revolutionizing the A/E/C Industry: Synergy of Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) and Hydrogen

January 30 @ 8:00A - 9:30A


California, with its abundant energy opportunities, stands at a pivotal moment in its energy history. Join speakers, Justin Freeman, Coffman Engineers’ VP of Hydrogen and Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), and Jonathan Wirthlin, PE, SE, for a journey into the future of energy in California. We’ll explore what the energy transition entails, how the transition is currently affecting California and its anticipated...


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Urban Design Review Sessions







Architects & designers passionate about improving the design quality of newly proposed projects throughout the City of Los Angeles are encouraged to participate in the AIA|LA & Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) Professional Volunteer Program (PVP).






February 6 @ 10:00A - 12:00P

February 13 @ 10:00A -12:00P

An Inside Look into the Design and Construction Process of USC’s Newest Campus Building

February 15 @ 8:30A - 10:00A




USC’s newest sustainable landmark is the Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg Human-Centered Computation Hall, designed by HOK. Now under construction, the building is a case study of impactful sustainable design. This panel will discuss how design process innovations have increased the design team’s ability to create a cutting-edge sustainable facility for the University of Southern California.


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Lunch and Learn – Next Gen Facades CEU – Hybrid (Live and Streaming)

February 20 @ 8:00A - 9:00A



Today’s commercial and mixed-use buildings demand innovation and creativity. They are bigger and taller than ever before, need to accommodate an ever-growing list of amenities, and in cities, they need to fit where space is at a premium.Architects must be creative in meeting these needs, but they also have the unique responsibility of working with building owners to add pieces of functional art to the skyline – buildings to be proud of, that complement their ...


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Meet the Practices – AC Martin

February 22 @ 5:30P - 7:30 P





Please join AC Martin at their new Downtown Los Angeles Office. Tour the new office and see what they’ve been up to in their new space in the Wilshire Grand (also designed by AC Martin).

Light bites and drinks will be served.

The AIA|LA “Meet the Practices” is a series of mixers and networking opportunities presented by the AIA|LA Professional Practice Committee.



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Breakfast w/ Terri Mestas – Chief Development Officer, Los Angeles World Airports

February 22 @ 8:00A - 9:30A



Terri Mestas is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience leading large, complex infrastructure programs for space exploration, military installations, national and international anti-terrorism physical security, and innovative project delivery for the aviation industry. As the executive in charge of the Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) $30 billion Capital Improvement Program, Mestas is helping to transform the future of aviation...



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Community

Join Cal Poly Pomona for CPP/ARC Career Day 2024


Due to the Strike at the CSU campuses FirmDay has been moved to 1/31/2024!!!


Cal Poly Pomona’s Departments of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, their faculty, students and alumni invite you to FIRM DAY 2024.


The event is open to architecture, landscape architecture, multidisciplinary, government, non-profit or any other type of firm, agency or organization interested in students of architecture and landscape architecture.


This event will be IN-PERSON, but a VIRTUAL ticket is also available.

Tickets

What’s the Economic Forecast in Construction for 2024? 


"The economy is soft”, “the economy is great”...With everyone sharing their opinion, we decided to check out some solid sources to get the real scoop on what's up with economic construction in 2024. Good news – it's not looking too shabby!


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Jobs

Moore Ruble Yudell | Urban Designer / Planner | Santa Monica, CA | 01.25.24

KoningEizenberg Architecture | Communications Coordinator | Los Angeles, CA | 01.24.24

Plug Lighting | Lighting Designer Project Manager | Larchmont Village, CA | 01.24.24


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Sponsor Highlight

Thank You

CO Architects AIA|LA 2024

Annual Silver Sponsor

The Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architects

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