AIA|LA News

Join Vantage for AIA CEU Showcase Event

May 15, 2012

Join Vantage in an exclusive event to experience the complete Vantage solution along with one of South Bay's premier architects, Tomaro Architecture and Tomaro Design.

AIA LA 2012 Directory-Update Your Info

May 11, 2012

If you have changes or corrections, please update your member record in AIA's database by logging in with your email address and password at AIA National, so that the correct information appears in the 2012 Directory. YOUR RECORD SHOULD BE UP TO DATE BY APRIL 15, 2012 TO BE SURE YOUR CORRECT INFO APPEARS IN THE DIRECTORY.

AIA Los Angeles Archipages 2012 Membership Directory: Ad Space Still Open

May 11, 2012

The 2012 annual AIA Los Angeles Archipages Membership Directory is getting ready to go into production and we certainly don't want to leave your firm out. Promote your services to the leading architects in the greater Los Angeles region, approximately 3,500 of the most active architects and design professionals in the field.

AIA|LA Wraps Up a Very Successful Spring 2012 Home Tour Season, Gears up for Fall!

May 10, 2012

AIA Los Angeles would like to thank all of our Home Tour attendees for making the Spring 2012 Home Tour series such a great success!

This season of the year has exceeded our expectations with over 400 guests in attendance. We are very thankful to the Los Angeles community for being so devoted to one of AIA|LA's mission in educating the public on the value and importance of architecture.

A big thank you goes out to all of our docents that made the tour possible every season!

As we finish one tour season we prepare for the next season, Fall 2012. Please click to submit your homes for next season!

AIA|LA 2x8:Taut - Thank you to Gensler, Pinnacle Contracting Corp., AIA Component Scholarship Grant, Bernards, more...

May 9, 2012

AIA|LA and the 2x8:Taut committee want to extend their thanks and appreciation to all sponsors who, especially our new sponsors that have just come on board in support of this year's students exhibition and scholarship. More...

ARCHITECTS ENCOURAGES EVERYONE TO GET ON BOARD METRO’S TRAIN!

May 8, 2012

AIA|LA encourages everyone to get on board METRO's train. Working together with METRO, we can expedite the design and construction of a mass-transit network that helps the region become more livable, walkable, healthier and, most importantly, more delightful to experience.

Op-Ed: The Next Mayor of Los Angeles

May 8, 2012

As a city, how shall we select our next Mayor? What criteria will we use to analyze their leadership capacity?

Architectural Photographer Richard J. Levy, AIA, APA Exhibits “Historic American Buildings Survey – Library of Congress”

May 7, 2012

Formally trained in both Fine Art and the Commercial disciplines of Architectural Photography and a Practicing Architect, Richard Levy's Award winning photography meets your Historic Preservation requirements with the Quality of Fine Art

AIA|LA Spring Home Tour 2012, PALISADES TO BRENTWOOD, sponsored by Gruen Associates

May 4, 2012

Tickets available for purchase online until 12noon on Saturday May 5th. Tickets can be purchased same day at the will call window! Click for more information!

The AIA|LA DESIGN ADVOCACY REPORT :: May 3, 2012 ::

May 3, 2012

This report is written in effort to keep the AIA|LA membership updated on the various efforts I've been involved with on behalf of the organization. It's a call to action to inspire more architects to provide the leadership to improve the built environment.

AIA|LA 2012 ARE 4.0 Seminar Series - Prep for your ARE Exams!

May 2, 2012

Each year, the AIA Los Angeles offers a series of seminars to help candidates prep for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). One seminar is dedicated to each section of the ARE and there is also an annual California Supplemental Exam (CSE) prep class. Seminars are led by instructors who bring their years of knowledge and experience to an informative review session that helps candidates to become familiar with the basic material covered in each section of the exam. Please note that these AIA|LA ARE Seminars are not exhaustive and should be used as a supplement to a candidate's overall study strategy. Registration is now open for the 2012 seminars and details can be found by clicking here.

The joy of explaining architecture to visitors is deeply rewarding. Become a part of the AIA|LA Home Tours now!

May 1, 2012

The joy of explaining architecture to visitors is deeply rewarding. Become a part of the AIA|LA Home Tours now!

AIA|LA Proudly Announces the Call for Entry to the 2012 Design Awards

April 26, 2012

Last year we had 30 firms win AIA|LA Design Awards! Both large and small firms walked up to receive recognition for their work by their peers last October 2011....

Here is your opportunity to be among them... AIA|LA is proud to announce the 2012 Design Awards Call for entry that officially opened, April 25, 2012!

Home Tours Q&A with architect William Hefner, AIA

April 26, 2012

AIA Los Angeles continues it's architect Q&A series with spring 2012 Home Tours architect, William Hefner, AIA, designer of the Chautauqua Home.

In the Q&A he answers questions on his inspiration in designing the home, his design guides and what he thinks about the difference between the Palisades and Brentwood.

"A Bridge to the Future" for Los Angeles

April 25, 2012

This is a great day for the River, and a great day for Friends of the Los Angeles River, who've been working with the Bureau of Engineering and advocating for a world-class new bridge and for this design competition for the last three years.

With this announcement today, the Mayor, the City Council, and the Bureau of Engineering should be commended for recognizing and embracing the idea that a bridge can be more than just a utilitarian structure connecting two points, but can be a symbol of civic pride - think Brooklyn Bridge, think Golden Gate Bridge -think, in fact, of the fourteen bridges that today grace the Los Angeles River through downtown.

de LaB Celebrating John Chase's Legacy

April 24, 2012

de LaB produced a photo essay in honor of Urban Designer and writer, John Chase, who passed away in 2010. The map, named John Chase's West Hollywood memorializes John's many contributions to the city. Click for more info...

New Urban Voices, presented by Maximillian Gallery at The Sunset Marquis Hotel

April 19, 2012

Maximillian Gallery at The Sunset Marquis Hotel is pleased to present New Urban Voices, which will run daily from 1PM to 8PM and by appointment.

Home Tours Q&A with architect Michael Lehrer, FAIA

April 19, 2012

AIA Los Angeles recently touched base with spring 2012 Home Tours architect, Michael Lehrer, FAIA, designer of the Mandeville Canyon Hilltop.

In the Q&A he answers questions on his inspiration in designing the home, his design guides and what he thinks about the difference between the Palisades and Brentwood.

Save the Date: Join AIA|LA for the 6th Annual Design Conference at Dwell on Design!

April 19, 2012

Are you an architectural professional? Or just love architecture? Are you interested in sustainable living? Do you want to remain competitive as an architect? Do you want to learn how to add financial value to the built environment?

Then the AIA|LA Design Conference is the place for you! Save the date, we are coming back with the 6th Annual Design Conference at the Dwell on Design expo June 22nd and 23rd!

In the meantime, watch the video to hear about the history and importance of the Design Conference as told by Mike Enomoto, FAIA and Debra Gerod, AIA, both from Gruen Associates...

Home Tours Q&A with architect Barbara Callas, AIA

April 12, 2012

AIA Los Angeles recently touched base with our upcoming Spring 2012 Home Tours architects to discuss their inspiration for the homes, their feelings towards their completed projects and what they think about Los Angeles freeway culture!

Click to read Barbara Callas, AIA, architect and owner of Cor-Ten Cottage! More...

CALL TO ACTION: AIA California Council Encourages Architects to Support SB 1424

April 11, 2012

The QBS law requires design professionals, for public projects, to be chosen based on their qualifications and demonstrated competence, with the scope of the project and fees to be discussed and negotiated during contract negotiations. This law recognizes that the success of a project, and the protection of the public investment, depends on the quality of the design, and that design professionals cannot be selected by a low-bid method as the detailed scope of the project is not known.

Save the Date: 2012 AIA|LA Design Awards Call for Entry Coming Soon!

April 11, 2012

The AIA|LA Design Awards Call for Entry will open April 25, 2012, come join an elite group of architects and register for your project this year! You can be the next big winner!

Need a reminder of last years fantastic winners? Watch the 2011 video montage below to see where you could be in a year!

The AIA|LA DESIGN ADVOCACY REPORT

April 4, 2012

This report is written in effort to keep the AIA|LA membership updated on the various efforts I've been involved with on behalf of the organization. It's a call to action to inspire more architects to provide the leadership to improve the built environment.

AIA|LA 8th Annual Restaurant Design Awards - Call for Entries - Registration Extended

April 3, 2012

After receiving a number of requests for late entries, AIA|LA has extended the registration period for the 8th Annual Restaurant Design Awards (RDA). Registrations and submission materials will now be accepted until Fri 5/4. The RDAs are open to all individuals and practices (owners, architects, designers are all eligible to submit entries for consideration) for projects located in the United States and to US-based individuals and practices for projects outside of the USA. Entries are accepted in three categories: (1) Restaurants; (2) Cafes/Bars; (3) Lounges/Nightclubs and will be judged by a distinguished panel of architects, design professionals and restaurateurs. Both Jury and People's Choice Award Winners will once again be announced at a special ceremony at the LA Convention Center during Dwell on Design. Click to read rules and eligibility requirements and to fill out the registration form.

AIA|LA Thanks All 2x8:taut Sponsors

March 30, 2012

AIA|LA and the 2x8:Taut committee want to extend their thanks and appreciation to all sponsors who, so far, are participating in support of this year's students exhibition and scholarship