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AIA Honolulu Center for Architecture 828 Fort Street Mall, Suite 100, Honolulu, HI, United StatesGoodwill Board Meeting (Program Space)
Goodwill Board Meeting (Program Space)
Cool Roofs and Walls for Low-Cost Energy Code Compliance Thursday, June 25 | 11:30am -1:00pm In-person or Virtual | 1.5 HSW Cool roofs and cool walls are a low-cost alternative to insulation for energy savings, thermal comfort and energy code compliance in Hawai'i. This presentation will cover energy code pathways and options for roof and ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
Designing Conversations: AIA Hawai'i Book Club (2 HSWs) Each quarter, we'll gather around a book tangential to architecture-think design, culture, place, history, climate, or the forces that shape the built environment in unexpected ways. The event features a compelling guest speaker who will draw out the book's big ideas and connect them to practice in ... Read more
Architect Insight Session: Hawaiʻi's Local Wood Economy (HSW) Virtual Discussion | June 30 | 1.0 HSW How can Hawaiʻi make better use of the trees and wood materials already within our communities? Join representatives from the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) and Unified Wood Economy (UWE) for ... Read more
ACECH/AIA/GCA Joint Association Event Open to Emerging Professionals Site Tour of the 'Iolani Arrillaga Building + Pau Hana Join the project team for an in-depth tour of the newly completed Arrillaga Student Center at ʻIolani School, a 60,000-square-foot campus hub designed by WCIT Architecture. Hosted by 'Iolani School The facility integrates dining, wellness, educational, and ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
OPEN STUDY SESSION: Construction Administration After the session, stick around to ask questions about professional development or the AREs from two local Architects and meet others taking the next step in their careers. DATE: Thursday, July 16 TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm HST WHERE: Center for Architecture
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Chinatown AIA Honolulu is excited to introduce our new historic architectural tour of Honoluluʻs Chinatown, focusing on the unique style, materials, and relationships of the buildings in that district. Tour Groups: Tour groups must be between 4-14 people to take place. Advanced reservations are required. If less than 4 people ... Read more
Network Lighting Controls : Basics & Performance Event is sponsored by Hawaii Energy and Hawaii State Energy Office. Benefits of deploying an NLC system at different level of complexity, functionality and project performance. See what potential for energy and cost savings based on real-case studies, and impact of proper commissioning on achieving NLC savings. Learning ... Read more
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
68TH ANNUAL DESIGN AWARDS GALA The Annual AIA Honolulu Design Awards Program provides an avenue for AIA Honolulu architects to be recognized by their peers for their effort and dedication to excellence in architectural design. In doing so, AIA Honolulu raises public consciousness, awareness of design excellence and the special role of AIA architects in ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
Small Firm Exchange (SFx) The Small Firm Exchange will meet monthly every fourth Tuesday from 12pm - 1pm, unless noted. SFX focuses on engaging small firms to support the professional and business development, leadership, and growth of the many members of existing and aspiring small practices throughout the chapter. RSVP: RSVP for the SFx meeting below.
Share Your Input on Kauaʻi Bill 2998 and WUI! A recent Civil Beat article discusses Kauaʻi Bill 2998, a proposed Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) ordinance that would require newly constructed homes to include fire-resistant building and landscaping features. The bill was developed in response to increasing wildfire risks across Hawaiʻi and incorporates lessons learned from ... Read more
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
Emerging Professional Mentorship Program - Lineage Things I Wish I Knew Earlier in My Career Featuring Dwight Mitsunaga, FAIA Join us for the inaugural session of AIA Honolulu's Emerging Professional Mentorship Program - Lineage, a new series designed to connect emerging professionals with respected leaders in Hawaii's architecture community through candid conversation and shared experiences. ... Read more
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
Emerging Professional Committee Presents: Architecture Themed Cocktail Workshop Trade your trace paper for a cocktail shaker and join the Emerging Professionals Committee for a unique evening of design-inspired mixology! Learn how to craft architecturally themed cocktails in this hands-on workshop led by AIA Honolulu Director-at-Large Jason Takeuchi, AIA. Whether you're an experienced home bartender or ... Read more
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;} UH School of Architecture + Nagaoka Institute of Design Student Exchange Presentation August 7, 5:30-7:30 PM Join us for an evening highlighting the ongoing academic exchange between the University of Hawaiʻi School of Architecture and Japan's Nagaoka ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
Small Firm Exchange (SFx) The Small Firm Exchange will meet monthly every fourth Tuesday from 12pm - 1pm, unless noted. SFX focuses on engaging small firms to support the professional and business development, leadership, and growth of the many members of existing and aspiring small practices throughout the chapter. JOIN US FOR THE SFX PAU ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Chinatown AIA Honolulu is excited to introduce our new historic architectural tour of Honoluluʻs Chinatown, focusing on the unique style, materials, and relationships of the buildings in that district. Tour Groups: Tour groups must be between 4-14 people to take place. Advanced reservations are required. If less than 4 people ... Read more
The pEUI Difference: How Energy Modeling Drives 2030 Commitment Performance in Architecture Practice Lunch provided by presenter. Please RSVP for planning purposes. The AIA 2030 Commitment's 2024 By the Numbers report delivered encouraging news, a 56% average pEUI reduction, the highest in program history alongside a sobering one: the 2024 reporting target was 80%, and ... Read more
Chair Yoga: Stretch, Reset & Recharge In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, AIA Honolulu's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee invites you to take a well-deserved pause with a free 30-minute virtual Chair Yoga session led by Diane Ako. Architects and design professionals spend countless hours at our desks, in front of computer screens, and ... Read more
Goodwill Board Meeting (Program Space)
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
EPD Session: ARE Book Swap & Notes Share Light food and drink will be provided. After the session, stick around to ask questions about professional development or the AREs from two local Architects and meet others taking the next step in their careers. DATE: Thursday, August 20 TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm HST WHERE: Center for Architecture
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
CANCELLED. Will resume IBC Session on September 3. The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by ... Read more
Coffman Engineers
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
Kahua Ola: A Collaborative Exhibition on the Built Environment for Hawaiian Home Lands Location: School of Architecture Auditorium and Haigo and Irene Shen Gallery 4:30 pm Pecha-Kucha-style Speaker Event and Exhibit Opening Reception to follow Presentations by: Simon Bussiere, Associate Professor, UHM School of Architecture Ho-Kyung Lee AIA, Assistant Professor, UHM School of Architecture Hyoung-June ... Read more
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
AIA / GCA / ACECH Pau Hana Join us for a Pau Hana with short speeches from organization leadership and distinguished guests. Food and drink provided together with door prizes! Cost: $20. Please register for planning purposes; anyone who has not registered will not be able to enter due to capacity limitations If registration for ... Read more
Blueprints for Leadership: A Series of Workshops (2 LUs) Empowering Architects at Every Stage of Their Career Blueprints for Leadership is a dynamic series of workshops designed to help architects build essential skills in strategic thinking, business acumen, and effective management. Led by top experts in their fields, each session offers premium instruction and meaningful networking ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
21st Annual CANstruction Competition Theme: CANtennial: Design of the Decades! In honor of AIA Hawai'i's 100th anniversary, the 2026 Canstruction® theme invites teams to celebrate a century of creativity, culture, and design. CANtennial: Designs of the Decades challenges each team to bring an assigned decade to life by reimagining an iconic object, place, movement, or moment ... Read more
Stronger by Design - The Workforce Behind Mass Timber Explore the advancements in mass timber, sustainable construction, and innovative building systems. Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship & Training Fund, in partnership with the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters, Pacific Resource Partnership, and Woodworks, are honored to cordially invite you to our inaugural 2026 Hawaii Carpenters Mass Timber ... Read more
Coffman Engineers (Conference Room)
Talk Story: City Updates Featuring Managing Director Krishna Jayaram In-Person Event at the CFA | 1.0 HSW | Free for AIA | Lunch Provided Join AIA Honolulu for an update on the City & County of Honolulu. This annual event, "Talk Story" session is a chance for AIA Honolulu members and affiliates to engage in ... Read more
CANCELLED. Will resume IBC Session on November 24. The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by ... Read more
Come Celebrate Our Centennial & Canstruction® Awards Join us as we celebrate AIA Hawaii's Centennial Year and our 21st Canstruction® Competition with a special Pau Hana gathering at Tidepools, adjacent to the Canstruction® exhibit atrium. Enjoy an evening of networking, pupus, drinks, and community while viewing this year's creative Canstruction entries in their new location. ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Chinatown AIA Honolulu is excited to introduce our new historic architectural tour of Honoluluʻs Chinatown, focusing on the unique style, materials, and relationships of the buildings in that district. Tour Groups: Tour groups must be between 4-14 people to take place. Advanced reservations are required. If less than 4 people ... Read more
AIA Honolulu & Urban Sketchers O'ahu at the East West Center Our AIA Honolulu Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) Committee has joined forces with Urban Sketchers O'ahu for the month of September. If you think about it Urban Sketchers and architects have a lot in common. We sketch our communities with thoughtful design. An informal get-together ... Read more
The AI Committee Presents: RunDiffusion Mark your calendar for the first in a series of presentations on AI. On September 22, at noon HST, there will be a Zoom presentation by Blake Gibbons of RunDiffusion, which is a platform for AI visualization that combines a number of apps into a single subscription that helps to ... Read more
Pam Chambers: Book Launch (Program Space)
PIHOA (Conference Room)
The AIA Hawaii State Council Codes Committee will systematically review changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Code (IBC), Chapters 1 through 10, with a focus on identifying, evaluating, and recommending amendments appropriate for adoption in Hawaii. The sessions will incorporate comparison with amendments adopted by other jurisdictions to inform context-sensitive and resilient code ... Read more
OPEN STUDY SESSION: Site design (1 HSW) Sun, Wind, Light, and more! After the session, stick around to ask questions about professional development or the AREs from two local Architects and meet others taking the next step in their careers. DATE: Thursday, September 24 TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm HST WHERE: Center for Architecture CEU: This qualifies ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown The Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu is a rare treat for residents and visitors to explore the area through the eyes of an architect or architectural historian. Each tour provides architectural and historical insights about the fascinating buildings in Honolulu's downtown and Capitol District. Tour Groups: Tour groups ... Read more
Designing Conversations: AIA Hawai'i Book Club (2 HSWs) Each quarter, we'll gather around a book tangential to architecture-think design, culture, place, history, climate, or the forces that shape the built environment in unexpected ways. The event features a compelling guest speaker who will draw out the book's big ideas and connect them to practice in ... Read more
Small Firm Exchange (SFx) The Small Firm Exchange will meet monthly every fourth Tuesday from 12pm - 1pm, unless noted. NOTE: For the month of September, we will meet on the fifth Tuesday from 12-1pm. SFX focuses on engaging small firms to support the professional and business development, leadership, and growth of the many members ... Read more
Emerging Professional Mentorship Program - Lineage Things I Wish I Knew Earlier in My Career Featuring Dean Sakamoto, FAIA Join AIA Honolulu's Emerging Professionals Committee for the next installment of Lineage, a mentorship series connecting emerging professionals with Fellows and seasoned leaders in Hawaiʻi's architecture community. This session features Dean Sakamoto, FAIA, architect, educator, and ... Read more
AIA Honolulu Firm Crawl (Open House) Have you ever wondered what goes on inside an architect's office? On this First Friday, you can visit several design firms throughout Honolulu during this open house. Learn more about architectural design, interior design, planning, landscape design and meet the people shaping Hawai'i's built environment during this annual tradition that is ... Read more
Pastel Workshop with Hitoshi Hida Saturday, October 10th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Spend the morning with Hitoshi Hida, AIA, a retired architect and accomplished artist, for a hands-on sketching workshop that explores the art of observing and capturing the world around us. A retired architect and accomplished artist, Hida discovered his passion for ... Read more
Designing Conversations: AIA Hawai'i Book Club Each quarter, we'll gather around a book tangential to architecture-think design, culture, place, history, climate, or the forces that shape the built environment in unexpected ways. The event features a compelling guest speaker who will draw out the book's big ideas and connect them to practice in Hawaiʻi, all ... Read more
Don't Be Afraid of Architecture Thursday, Oct 15, 5:30PM - 7PM, Cosentino Hawaii This is a fun and informal event geared towards architecture students and recent graduates interested in next steps for their career. Come network with some of our experienced emerging member mentors. Enjoy some light pupus and drinks as you network and build community! Learn ... Read more
NACM Business Credit Services (Conference Room)
Oahu Film Night "Bawa's Garden" Friday, Oct 16, 6:00PM - 9:00PM at HoMA Doris Duke Theatre AIA Honolulu invites members and the public to join us for a screening of "Bawa's Garden," to be shown in Honolulu on Oahu. Event Information: Date: Friday, October 16 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: HoMA Doris Duke ... Read more
Architecture Month: Sketching Workshop with Steve Yuen Saturday, October 17th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this engaging workshop offers an opportunity to develop your drawing abilities while experiencing the joy of sketching with one of Hawaiʻi's respected architectural and artistic talents. Spend the morning with ... Read more
Emerging Professional Mentorship Program - Lineage Things I Wish I Knew Earlier in My Career Featuring Bettina Mehnert, FAIA Join AIA Honolulu's Emerging Professionals Committee for the next installment of Lineage, a mentorship series connecting emerging professionals with Fellows and seasoned leaders in Hawaiʻi's architecture community. This session features Bettina Mehnert, FAIA, LEED AP, President ... Read more
Shaw Contract
UHCDC 10-year Anniversary Exhibit Opening and Gala Location: School of Architecture Courtyard and Haigo and Irene Shen gallery Schedule: 5:30 pm Exhibit Opening 6:00 pm Reception 6:30 Program and Honorees REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW. You can access more information on the University of Hawaii Community Design Center Website: Anniversary Schedule - UHCDC
PBX 2026 Join us at PBX Hawaiʻi, the state's premier construction and design trade show PBX Hawaiʻi is co-produced by CSI Honolulu Chapter, AIA Honolulu, and General Contractors Association of Hawaii, bringing together the strengths of these three leadingorganizations to present the state's premier trade show for the design and construction industry. More than 210 exhibitor ... Read more
2026 AIA Honolulu Annual Business Meeting & Elections Wednesday Oct 10 | 10am-11am | Neal S. Blaisdell Center | Room TBA Lunch is provided to PBX attendees and can be found on the expo floor. Our Annual Business Meeting is held during PBX Hawaii. This RSVP is Only for our AIA Honolulu Business Meeting (for quota). ... Read more
Goodwill Hawaii
Blueprints for Leadership: A Series of Workshops (2 LUs) Empowering Architects at Every Stage of Their Career Blueprints for Leadership is a dynamic series of workshops designed to help architects build essential skills in strategic thinking, business acumen, and effective management. Led by top experts in their fields, each session offers premium instruction and meaningful networking ... Read more
Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour The Expanded Version! In addition to our regular monthly walking tours, AIA Honolulu shares a special Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Honolulu in celebration of Architecture Month. Explore the rich architectural history and evolving urban landscape of Downtown Honolulu during AIA Honolulu's annual Architectural Walking Tour. This year's expanded tour offers ... Read more
Hawaii Island Young Architects Workshop Saturday Oct 24, 10AM - 3PM, Donkey Mill Art Center In this workshop students will work side by side with local architects and investigate design related concepts. Registration: Click HERE to Register on the Donkey Mill website. Before registering for classes & workshops, please review our registration policies in full. ... Read more
Small Firm Exchange (SFx) The Small Firm Exchange will meet monthly every fourth Tuesday from 12pm - 1pm, unless noted. SFX focuses on engaging small firms to support the professional and business development, leadership, and growth of the many members of existing and aspiring small practices throughout the chapter. RSVP: RSVP for the SFx meeting below.
EOS Worldwide
Kona Film Night "Bawa's Garden" Thursday, Oct 29, 5:30PM - 7:30PM at the Donkey Mill Art Center AIA Honolulu invites members and the public to join us for a screening of "Bawa's Garden," to be shown in Kona. Event Information: Date: Thursday, October 29 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: The Donkey Mill Art ... Read more