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Join U.S. CAD for Hawaii BIM/CAD Camp on September 21

Register Online Today!  Tuesday, September 21 at the Waikiki Marriott, 2552 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. At this single-day training event hosted by U.S. CAD, you will gain valuable knowledge that will enable you to stay competitive in today’s challenging market.  Soak in the information that our instructors have to share with you on a variety of Autodesk software and implementation strategies.  Individually select classes that interest you the most, or follow a course track specific to your discipline.  This event will be a tremendous networking opportunity to join other leaders in the design and construction community of Hawaii.  Questions?  Contact Jonathan Baker, U.S. CAD at 808-695-4346.  Event Flyer (PDF).

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A Flexible, But Enforceable, Green Building Code

Update From AIA National: As towns and municipalities strive to establish standards and increase their sustainability profile, there is no lack of confusion on how best to make buildings energy efficient and sustainable......That’s why the first of several public hearings that are taking place August 2010 at the Westin O’Hare Hotel in Chicago is so important. As they progress through the end of 2010 and into 2011, the hearings will represent the first chance for our profession, as well as others in the design and construction industry, to comment in an open forum about the International Green Construction Code (IGCC) – co-sponsored by the American Institute of Architects.

Version 1.0 of the IGCC was issued for its first written public comment period in March by the International Code Council (ICC), the pre-eminent code organization in cooperation with the AIA and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).  And while we are far from having a completed “Green Code” that can be utilized to conserve energy, the IGCC is clearly gathering momentum.  Since the publishing of the first version, other important players from the building industry have joined forces with the ICC, USGBC, ASHRAE and IESNA.  What’s more, the version 1.0 of the IGCC is available as a resource for jurisdictions who are seeking to adopt a green code immediately. On June 14, for example, the IGCC was endorsed by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It is expected to be endorsed by other important civic groups as well as the hearing process commences. Rhode Island is conducting open public comment on the IGCC.  The goal of the ICC and the AIA is to have a fully developed version 2.0 of the IGCC by 2012.  Read the entire piece.  For more information go AIA National website or ICC website.

Firm Sponsorship Available! Mayoral Forum September 8

When:  Wednesday, September 8 from 6pm-8pm
Where: Honolulu Design Center, Honolulu, HI
Online registration for individual members will open soon!

Meet the Candidates - Event Overview:

• Moderated panel featuring the top three candidates for Mayor
• Engage with the policymakers prior to the forum
• Communicate the importance that Design Matters!

AIA Firm & Affiliates Sponsor this Event! Sponsor Today!  Our $100 firm sponsorship includes 10 seats & event recognition. Sponsorship opportunities ends September 1, 2010. If you are interested in sponsoring this event you can either pay online on the link above or bring a check to this meeting.  Advanced payment is appreciated to confirm sponsorship.

MAHALO to all Sponsoring AIA Firms: Design Partners, Inc., Fung Associates, Inc., Group 70 International, Inc., John Hara Associates Inc., Philip K. White & Associates Ltd., PQ Architects, Inc., Richard Matsunaga & Associates Architects Inc., RIM Architects and Trinity Management Group, LLC.

Golfers Needed - Sign Up Now! 2010 AIA Golf Tournament

Register for Golf Today! On Friday, October 1, 2010 the AIA Honolulu invites YOU and your guests to experience a full day of golf & networking at the Hawaii Kai Golf Club for our 2010 AIA Golf Tournament.

Entry Fees: The entry fee is $175/Individual (we will assign you a team) or $500/Team (3 players/team).  Your entry fee includes bento lunch at registration, snacks, awards banquet and prizes!

SPONSOR THIS FABULOUS EVENT!  The fastest way to become a Sponsor is to use our secure online payment option OR click here  for a print ready copy of Sponsorship Registration Form (PDF) with detailed sponsorship level information.

New this Year! A portion of the proceeds for this event will be used to fund the AIA-UHSoA Scholarship program, now be entering its 3rd year.  Help support this great cause while enjoying this annual golf networking event.

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FREE Webinar: IDP 2.0 What's in Store This October

Register Online Today!  On Tuesday, August 31 at 7am (1pm EDT) NCARB is offering a webinar titled - IDP 2.0: What's in Store This October.  NCARB has been listening to some of your comments and suggestions and in October, they  will implement some of them, including introducing new eligibility dates and new opportunities to earn core and elective hours through supplementary education.  Discover what the changes mean for you by attending their free, upcoming webinar. The online event will feature NCARB's Assistant Directors of IDP, Nick Serfass, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, and Rachel Kros, AIA, NCARB. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. 
Enrollment for all webinars is limited to 500. A webcast and podcast of each webinar will be available for download from the NCARB web site following the event. 

Continuing Education

Registered Yet? 2nd Hawaii Green School Symposium

Register Today!  On Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 8am-1pm there will be a 2nd Hawaii Green School Symposium at the Punahou's Case Middle School (LEED Gold Certified) in Honolulu.  The theme is "Inspiring A New Generation: Green Schools in Hawaii".  The event is being organized by the Green Schools Committee of the Hawaii Chapter of the USGBC and co-sponsored by the AIA Honolulu.  Click here for Event Flyer with a draft Program (PDF).

Symposium offers 3 Tracks with 2 Breakout Sessions each: Existing Schools & Affordable Green Projects, New Green School Project Designs and How to Get Started at Your School.

There will be an optional tour of Punahou's New Omidyar K-1 Neighborhood offered on a First-come First-serve basis. 3 AIA/CES LUs (HSW/SD) are available for this symposium. AIA Honolulu is the registered provider. For question regarding the Symposium please email Brenda Lowrey or call her at (808) 542-3895.

AIA Northwest and Pacific Region Conference Oct. 13-16

The 2010 AIA Northwest & Pacific Conference titled "Beyond Green: An Emerald Vision" will take place on October 13-16 in Eugene, Oregon. Many AIA/CES LUs (HSW+SD) will be available.

The 2010 conference will address the future prospects for an architecture that is truly sustainable as we awaken to the realities of climate change, dwindling resources, and the rapid transformation of current professional practice paradigms. An outstanding lineup of nationally-prominent speakers and local luminaries. The conference will draw significantly upon the resources of the School of Architecture and Allied Arts at the University of Oregon, with an entire day devoted to the cutting-edge research being conducted on the Eugene campus.

LAST CHANCE! 2010 Disability Access Conference

The 2010 Disability Access Conference on September 8, 2010 at the Ala Moana Hotel will be the first to host both the DOJ and Access Board to discuss these revisions. The U.S. Justice Department's Mr. John L. Wodatch, Chief, Disability Rights Section will be the morning keynote speaker. The 2010 conference will address the future prospects for an architecture that is truly sustainable as we awaken to the realities of climate change, dwindling resources, and the rapid transformation of current professional practice paradigms. An outstanding lineup of nationally-prominent speakers and local luminaries.

This conference has 12 CE Sessions worth a total of 16 HSW credits. AIA Honolulu is the registered provider.

Construction Report

July Construction Rebounds 7 Percent

McGraw Hill Construction News Release New York Aug. 20, 2010 – The value of new construction starts in July advanced 7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $411.2 billion, according to McGraw-Hill Construction, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies. Nonresidential building continued to see improvement after extremely depressed activity earlier in the year, and nonbuilding construction bounced back following its June slide.  Both sectors in July were lifted by the start of several massive projects. Meanwhile, residential building lost momentum in July, as the housing recovery paused for an additional month. For the January-July period of 2010, total construction starts on an unadjusted basis came in at $238.0 billion, down 4% compared to a year ago. Read entire Press Release (PDF)!

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September

LABOR DAY - Monday, September 6, 2010 - AIA Honolulu office will be closed!

sep 8Mayoral Forum: Meet the Candidates

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 from 6pm-8pm at the Honolulu Design Center. This Mayoral Forum is hosted by AIA Honolulu and will be a moderated panel featuring the top three candidates for Mayor.

sep 112nd Annual Hawaii Green School Symposium

Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 12pm-1pm at Punahou's Case Middle School (LEED Gold Certified). This half day symposium is co-sponsored by USGBC Hawaii and AIA Honolulu.

sep 185th Annual AIA Honolulu Canstruction Competition

Saturday, September 18, 2010 from 9am-2pm at Pearlridge Center Uptown. Theme this year is "Kids-Can! Teams will again “canstruct” sculptures that will be on display for voting through Sunday, Oct. 3.

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New Resumes!  Island Architect Career Center

Island Architect Career Center is AIA Honolulu's one stop career center where members can post jobs, resumes and classified ads for FREE - Recession Special!  Non-members can also post jobs and resumes for a fee.  For questions email Camilla Nicholas, Web & Advertising Coordinator or call at 628-7245.

AIA Contract Documents

AIA Honolulu is a full service distributor of AIA Contract Documents. Members get discounted rates. Learn more.  Also, our Documents-on-Demand service is back with six new documents including 3 sub-contractor forms. Get yours today!
 

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