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Based in Washington, D.C., the AIA has been the leading professional membership association for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners since 1857. With nearly 300 state and local chapters, the AIA serves as the voice of the architecture profession and the resource for our members in service to society. www.aia.org

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The American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC) is the nation’s largest state architectural organization, representing more than 11,000 architects on issues of statewide importance to the public and profession. With headquarters in Sacramento, the AIACC comprises 22 chapters. www.aiacc.org.

AIA Central Valley

AIA Central Valley is the local chapter of the AIA and serves members in the 17 Northern California counties including Alpine, Amador, Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Lassen, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, Shasta, Sierra, Sutter, Tehama, Yolo, and Yuba. The chapter has been in existence since 1942 and has grown from a group of 5 [...]

Hard Times

During these challenging economic times, AIA Central Valley understands that the networking, connections and information the Chapter provides are more important than ever. We will be compiling helpful resources and links to assist you located on the Resources Tab, under Employment and Hard Times.  Please visit frequently!

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Allied Presentation: Lutron

July 19, 2010 Allied, Events No Comments

AIA Central Valley members are invited to participate in a presentation by Lutron on “Light Control and LEED: How Light Control Helps Achieve LEED Certification in New Construction and Major Renovations of Commercial Buildings.”

Date: July 27, 2010
Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Place: AIA Central Valley Gallery – 1400 S Street, Sacramento
RSVP: csurunis@lutron.com
CES: 1 AIA HSW/SD, 1 GBCI

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Unbuilt Architecture – Call for Submissions

Unbuilt Architecture – Call for Submissions
Contributed by: Dustin Littrell, Assoc. AIA, 2010 Associate Director

The Capital Creative Collective in partnership with Launch are organizing an Unbuilt Architecture Show for the LAUNCH Event 2010 on Saturday July 31st, 6pm-1am at The Artisan Gallery — Del Paso Blvd.

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The Line That Connects

The Line That Connects

Submitted by Saxon Sigerson AIA


This is the meandering story of the drawn line connecting a man in Rome, Italy to a nine-year old girl in Sacramento, California. The distance is great and the time shift no less impressive at 170 years.  To read more click here.

Allied Presentation: KONE on July 20th

July 8, 2010 Allied, Events No Comments


You are invited to an exciting seminar on elevator technology presented by AIA Central Valley allied member KONE. Take advantage of this free opportunity to not only provide your team with a registered AIA/CES session for continuing professional education but also learn about a world class elevator company and its products.

Date:   Tuesday, July 20th
Time:  Noon to 1pm (Lunch is provided courtesy of KONE)
Place: AIACV Gallery – 1400 S Street, Sacramento
Cost:   Free but RSVP required to Andrew Hirsh

Please click here to download an event flyer from KONE.

The End of an Era – No More ‘Orals’

The End of an Era – No More ‘Orals’

Submitted by: Ian Merker, Assoc. AIA

The California Supplemental Exam has been administered as an oral exam with a panel of Architects since any living California Architect has applied for licensure.  This process is no more.  The oral exam has been replaced with a written format. … Continue Reading

APA 2010 Speaker Series

June 23, 2010 Uncategorized No Comments

Planning, Land Use, Design and Environmental professionals are invited to join us for a series of five interactive sessions to discuss how we can use the resources we have to cultivate and maintain healthy and thriving communities in our region. Each session will take place on the final Friday of each month from July through november from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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Chapter President’s Message ~ June 2010

Chapter President’s Message ~ June 2010

by Carl Lubawy, AIA,AIACV Chapter President

It’s Your Choice

As architects and members of the AIA, we discuss SMART growth, the SACOG Blueprint, sustainable communities, alternative energy sources; topics that do not require MBA’s to understand and appreciate. We applaud those public agencies, developers and homeowners that step forward and recognize that their projects do affect the environment and we give awards to those innovative design solutions that use less energy, produce net-zero carbon footprints.

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Boqueria Open Forum ~ June 28th

Boqueria Open Forum ~ June 28th
Submitted by Ian Merker, Assoc. AIA  AIACV Associate Director

The Boqueria concept is ambitiously named after the world famous public market in Barcelona.

The public market is an ancient aspect of human commerce that can be found in all parts of the world.  Some of the greatest markets of the world like Les Halles of Paris and the Souk of Marrakech have left a mark on the cities they inhabit(ed), not only for their architectural prowess but their potential for economic growth. … Continue Reading

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Current Chapter Events

4th Wednesday Design Dialogue, “Aspen Project”

July 26, 2010

4th Wednesday Design Dialogue, “Aspen Project”

Contributed by: Dustin Littrell, Assoc. AIA 2010 Associate Director Please join us once again for this month’s Fourth Wednesday Design Dialogue (FWDD) as we discuss the Aspen Project with Randy Sater of Teichert Land Co.

Chapter Design Forum: “Anonymous Buildings We Should Love.”

July 19, 2010

Chapter Design Forum: “Anonymous Buildings We Should Love.”

Join hosts Kris Barkley, AIA, Saxon Sigerson, AIA and Arturo Levenfeld, AIA for a casual evening of discussion centered around the topic of “Anonymous Buildings we Should Love.”

Update on the Capitol Mall Competition

June 21, 2010

Update on the Capitol Mall Competition

Submitted by Kris Barkley, AIA  Dreyfuss & Blackford As many of you know, the City of Sacramento and AIA Central Valley are working together to develop a design competition for the Capitol Mall. A meeting was held this spring to frame the issues, discuss goals, define objectives and identify the next steps in the process.

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4th Wednesday Design Dialogue, “Aspen Project”

July 26, 2010

4th Wednesday Design Dialogue, “Aspen Project”

Contributed by: Dustin Littrell, Assoc. AIA 2010 Associate Director Please join us once again for this month’s Fourth Wednesday Design Dialogue (FWDD) as we discuss the Aspen Project with Randy Sater of Teichert Land Co.

Upcoming “Build It Green” Events

July 21, 2010

Upcoming “Build It Green” Events

submitted by Robert Chase, AIA Build It Green is coming to Sacramento, hosted by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, in August. This is a great opportunity to attend their Certified Green Building Professional and Green Home Retrofitting & Remodeling trainings to establish yourself in this profitable niche and distinguish yourself in the marketplace.

1st Annual Northern California BIM Expo

July 19, 2010

1st Annual Northern California BIM Expo

submitted by AIACV Corporate Partner, California Surveying & Drafting Please join California Surveying & Drafting Supply, CAD Masters and several other manufacturers as we showcase a diversified portfolio of equipment and software with a view of the complete project lifecycle, from field-to-finish.

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The Line That Connects

July 13, 2010

The Line That Connects

Submitted by Saxon Sigerson AIA This is the meandering story of the drawn line connecting a man in Rome, Italy to a nine-year old girl in Sacramento, California. The distance is great and the time shift no less impressive at 170 years.  To read more click here.

Chapter President’s Message ~ June 2010

June 23, 2010

Chapter President’s Message ~ June 2010

by Carl Lubawy, AIA,AIACV Chapter President It’s Your Choice As architects and members of the AIA, we discuss SMART growth, the SACOG Blueprint, sustainable communities, alternative energy sources; topics that do not require MBA’s to understand and appreciate. We applaud those public agencies, developers and homeowners that step forward and recognize that their projects do [...]

Allied Member News & Events

Allied Presentation: WoodWorks

July 19, 2010

Allied Presentation: WoodWorks

WoodWorks, an AIA Central Valley Allied member, invites you to participate in a free seminar on “Fire-Rated Cementitious Coated OSB in Wall and Roof Sheathing Applications” on July 29th.  Date: Thursday, July, 29th  Time: 11:45  am – 12:15 pm – Check in, lunch serving, seating                 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm – Presentation Place: AIA [...]

Allied Presentation: Lutron

July 19, 2010

Allied Presentation: Lutron

AIA Central Valley members are invited to participate in a presentation by Lutron on “Light Control and LEED: How Light Control Helps Achieve LEED Certification in New Construction and Major Renovations of Commercial Buildings.” Date: July 27, 2010 Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Place: AIA Central Valley Gallery – 1400 S Street, Sacramento RSVP: [...]

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CORA Members Call Residential Architects to Action

April 26, 2010

CORA Members Call Residential Architects to Action

A new position paper advocates for change within the profession to re-establish social relevance and credibility. by Meghan Drueding, Senior Editor Residential Architect Magazine In February, four members of the Congress of Residential Architecture (CORA) released a position paper urging change within the profession. Since then, the paper has been circulating electronically and has undergone [...]