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State & National News
 Late in the 2012 Georgia legislative session, Secretary of State Brian Kemp proposed more than 800 pages of legislation which, as originally drafted, would have dramatically affected architects’ licensing process. The bill adjusted education requirements for architects, removed our relationship with NCARB and allowed the Secretary of State's office to test for and grant licenses to practice architecture, circumventing the State Board of Architects and Interior Designers comprised of professionals in our industry. While the Secretary pulled the bill after receiving negative feedback from many organizations, including AIA Georgia, it is no secret that he intends to address restructuring the licensing process again at a later date. Join us for "Brews and News" on May 22 to learn more about how your AIA Georgia PAC is working for you on this issue and others. Speaker David Ralston of the Georgia House of Representatives will be our special guest.
Learn More... In several days, thousands of architects and design professionals will convene in Washington, D.C., for the industry’s most comprehensive national event. This year, the conference will celebrate the boundless potential that our work has when we actively connect—with one another, our work, and the community. When we share insights and information, we advance each practitioner’s creativity, knowledge, and relevance. Come ready to learn, and then leave with a wealth of new knowledge, skills, and resources to refresh your practice and projects. Add your voice to our national conversation.
Learn More... All entries, built or un-built, must be commissioned building projects designed by licensed architect of the Georgia, South Carolina, or North Carolina Chapter of the AIA. The projects may be located anywhere in the United States or abroad. Built projects must have been completed within the past 10 years. Un-built projects must be fully commissioned with a scheduled construction start date. Projects that have previously received a SAR Design award are not eligible for entry in the current awards program. All projects will be judged on the basis of their architectural excellence. The jury will determine the final number of awards and whether to confer honor or merit awards.
Learn More... AIA Georgia plans to welcome 1,500 members and friends from Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina for the South Atlantic Region Conference Sept. 19-22 at the Loews Atlanta in Midtown. Mark your calendar. Limited sponsor and exhibitor opportunities available at http://www.sar2012.org.
Learn More... You are invited to talk to local officials about the upcoming transportation referendum. During six evenings in June, the Atlanta Regional Commission will host 12 Wireside Chats. Local officials will provide a brief overview of the July 31 referendum, which will fund $8.5 billion in transportation improvements across the 10-county metro Atlanta region. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn about the project list the referendum would fund.
Learn More... Architecture firms reported modest growth in revenue for the fifth consecutive month in March, with an Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 50.4 (Any score over 50 indicates increasing firm billings). Business conditions continue to improve at firms in all regions of the country, with the exception of those in the West, where the downturn remains well entrenched.
Learn More... Congratulations to Robert L. Brown, Jr. FAIA on being named the 2012 most respected CEO by Georgia Trend magazine.
Learn More... ACT NOW: The 2007 Requirements for U.S. Federal Buildings to meet the 2030 Challenge are under attack in congress. It is essential that architects openly and vocally support Section 433 of the Energy Independence and Security Act.
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ARE & Continuing Education
June 1, 7:30 - 9:00 am. Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed on The City of Atlanta – Striving Toward Sustainability.
Learn More... June 13: Some of the most persistent misconceptions about Universal Design are that it is "handicapped looking," ungraceful and too expensive. These mistaken ideas often keep owners from accepting new modalities and leads to perpetuating bad practices. The projects presented in this workshop will dispel those myths and show that incorporating Universal Design features provides greater accessibility, increase property value and adds safety. This workshop will include presentations by three prominent architects whose projects have won the AIA Small Project Award for Universal Design. These architects will discuss their design philosophies, explore their firm’s production process, and show case study examples.
Learn More... Lunch and Learn program that provides architects, builders, renovators, and project managers with the information they need to understand the NEW EarthCraft Light Commercial Program.
Learn More... The American Institute of Architects - Atlanta Chapter continues to be a resource for the architecture profession and will provide ARE workshops in April, May, and June 2012.
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Events, Exhibits, Etc.
Chautauqua 3.0 on Regional Healthcare Architecture, May, 18 2012, Madren Conference Center, Clemson, South Carolina.
Learn More... A Design Competition Open to IDP Candidates, " A Building for Affordable Housing." The competition is to prepare the schematic design of an affordable multifamily project.
Learn More... May 17, 2012, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Perkins Will, 1315 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Georgia.
Learn More... Communities looking for the most cost-effective options for managing polluted runoff and protecting clean water should choose green infrastructure solutions, according to a report released by American Rivers, the Water Environment Federation (WEF), the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), and ECONorthwest.
Learn More... June 15: Amid the national industry and media interest stimulated by the PPA and Homeowner's Rights bills in the 2012 Georgia General Assembly, the Georgia Solar Energy Association is developing an exciting program for our Third Annual Southern Solar Summit. Please mark Friday, June 15, on your calendar and plan to be with us at the GTRI Conference Center on 14th Street in Midtown Atlanta for a stimulating and informative discussion of the latest trends in solar policy, markets and technology.
Learn More... Each year, AIA Atlanta Tours Committee organizes a series of tours of new projects in the Atlanta area. The goal of the AIA Tours is to share the works of the architectural society with the local community and create dialogue between the various forms of art.
Learn More... The 20th anniversary of the Young Architects Forum provided a backdrop for the group to sketch out the most important professional issues their constituents face.
Learn More... Chapter Highlights
Thursday, May 10, 5:30 pm, American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull Street, Savannah. Proudly sponsored by GAF Roofing.
Learn More... Friday, May 11, 12:15-1:15 pm, tvsdesign, 2700 Promenade Two, 1230 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia.
Learn More... Thursday, May 17, 11:30 am-1 pm, meet at Boll Weevil Cafe, 10 Ninth Street, Augusta, Georgia, 30901.
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