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State & National News
Thursday, May 16, 2013. Fado Irish Pub, 273 Buckhead Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30305. Honored Guest: Senator David Schafer. Tickets are $40 in advance, $60 at door.
Learn More... May 14, 2013. In an era of shrinking public infrastructure funding, a growing number of public entities are looking to Public-Private Partnerships (P3) as a way to facilitate new infrastructure development. In the future, P3 will become even more critical to making projects happen and to changing the way governments do business and firms that understand P3 will have a competitive advantage. AIA Georgia is the opening session sponsor for the P3 Summit and we invite you to join us to learn more about P3 and expected legislation that will be critical to architects. We need architects to have a voice at the table.
Learn More... Historic Columbus, Ga., is home to the 2013 AIA Georgia Annual Design Conference. Building upon the success of the AIA South Atlantic Region's re:inventing architecture theme, the AIA West Georgia Chapter is planning an innovative and exciting annual design conference. Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are available.
Learn More... The Georgia World Congress Center Authority announced April 30 that it has signed a $35-million contract with 360 Architecture of Kansas City, Mo., to design a $1-billion, operable-roof stadium for the Atlanta Falcons. The GWCCA owns and operates the Georgia Dome and other downtown properties.
Learn More... AIA Georgia would like to make aware to all members that are licensed in the State of Georgia that amendments to O.C.G.A. § 50-36-1 became effective January 1, 2012. This means that Georgia law now requires all applicants for licensure, and all those applying for renewal of an existing license, to submit secure and verifiable documentation with their application. To avoid delays, you must submit a completed, signed and notarized Affidavit of Citizenship along with a copy of your Secure and Verifiable Documentation. Examples of secure and verifiable documents are driver’s license, U.S. passport, or green card.
Learn More... The American Institute of Architects is committed to providing the tools you need to be successful. In addition to a vast architect-oriented network of resources, your membership offers exclusive discounts on products and services through the AIA Advantage program to help you operate your business more effectively. Our partners are industry leaders that provide you with value-added offers and significant savings on products and services you use daily.
Learn More... The Architecture Foundation of Georgia (AFGA), in conjunction with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), has awarded $6,000 in scholarships to students enrolled in professional architecture degree programs in the state of Georgia for the 2013-2014 academic year.
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ARE & Continuing Education
ARE® candidates will soon have the option of sitting for the exam in major commercial markets outside of the United States and Canada. The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is finalizing negotiations to make the exam available through Prometric test centers located in London, England; Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China (PRC); and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates beginning in early fall 2013
Learn More... Georgia architectural graduates are now eligible to take the ARE (Architectural Record Exam) while working toward completion of the IDP (Intern Development Program) instead of waiting until completion of the IDP. Please contact NCARB for more information and to begin the process.
Learn More... May 21, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1.0 LU. This webinar will explore the unique features of AIA Construction Manager Adviser (CMa) and Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) agreements and how they interact with the other construction management documents. Attendees will learn about the contractual relationships and liabilities set forth in these agreements and how to properly allocate risks and responsibilities in order to achieve a successful project -- to the benefit of all project participants, building inhabitants and the general public. The presenter will discuss real-world scenarios to showcase practical application of concepts discussed.
Learn More... Thursday, May 16, 2013, 1:00-2:15 PM ET, Earn 1.25 AIA/LUs. Registration is free, but required. The purpose of this presentation is to provide a basic understanding of accounting principles used by the architecture and engineering industries. This will provide a resource to help manage projects more successfully and connect project management with firm business management on a common platform.
Learn More... Events, Exhibits, Etc.
FIGMENT, the ENYA Committee of the AIA NY Chapter, and SEAoNY are pleased to announce an extended deadline for their fourth annual design competition to design and build an architectural pavilion to serve as a gathering place for workshops, performances, community-building, contemplation, and education on Governors Island for the 2014 summer season.
Learn More... Friday, June 7, 2013. The Atlanta Community Food Bank, The Lifecycle Building Center and MedShare International are three mission-driven nonprofits that contribute to a more sustainable world in very different ways. Each organization’s commitment to sustainability reaches beyond material reuse and all three organizations practice separate and distinct forms of alchemy. Join us as we learn more about these innovative organizations and the transformational power of reuse.
Learn More... Join the Georgia Conservancy, Mothers & Others for Clean Air, and EPA on June 14, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST at the EPA’s Atlanta office for a special train the trainer workshop on how to effectively deliver the training program, "Old School, New School, This Place, That Place—An Introduction to Utilizing the EPA School Siting Guidelines."
Learn More... EarthCraft House is a voluntary green building program of the Greater Atlanta HBA with its partner, Southface Energy Institute. The program serves as a blueprint for healthy, comfortable homes that not only reduce utility bills but also protect the environment. Any size or style of new home can be certified under the program by meeting EarthCraft House guidelines.
Learn More... SAVE THE DATE! Healthcare Architecture in the Public Realm, August 22-23, 2013, The Madren Conference Center, Clemson, S.C.
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Chapter Highlights
Friday, May 10, 2013, 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m., tvsdesign, 2700 Promenade Two; 1230 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.
Learn More... May 21, 2013, Gwinnett Braves Coolray Field. Tailgating and Socializing: 5-6 pm, Game to follow.
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