As this public health crisis continues to evolve, we are committed to providing as many up to date resources as possible. Since many counties are being – or have been – approved for Governor Jay Inslee’s “Phase 2,” there is a growing need for guidance regarding how to prepare your workplace for re-opening. Below, we […]
2020 Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Wednesday, May 27, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on 2020 Northwest Washington Section ScholarshipAIA Northwest Washington Section is proud to offer its annual scholarship fund, designed to encourage and assist local residents pursuing a degree in architecture. The scholarship is open to students (inclusive of those with immediately family) from Whatcom, Skagit, Island, and San Juan counties currently enrolled in an accredited school of architecture, regardless of location. […]
Advocacy Update – May 2020 Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in Advocacy, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – May 2020As we continue to navigate work in these unprecedented times, AIA Seattle and AIA Washington Council are striving to make sure you have the resources you need to take advantage of federal, state, and local programs designed to help firms and individuals. We’re also working to inform you of policies released by state and local […]
More Design Review Guidance Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on More Design Review GuidanceOn April 27th, City Council passed emergency legislation making temporary six-month land use permitting process changes that: Exempt affordable housing from design review Keep projects normally subject to Design Review moving forward by allowing City staff to complete review processes through administrative design review Allow for community participation during this public health emergency through the […]
Call for Proposals – Member Access Events Monday, May 4, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Call for Proposals – Member Access EventsAIA Seattle is seeking members of our community to offer one-hour, free skill-shares to our members for the purposes of networking and community-building. We’re interested in architectural and non-architectural skills! Suggested skills include: meditation, sketching, watercolor, architectural tech tutorials, drafting, yoga—anything you have to share that your peers might enjoy as well. Please submit a […]
Advocacy Update – April 2020 Monday, April 13, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – April 2020As we all work to navigate these unprecedented times, AIA Seattle and AIA Washington Council are working to make sure you have the resources you need to take advantage of federal, state, and local programs designed to help firms and individuals. We’re also striving to keep you aware of policies released by state and local […]
Gov. Inslee’s Shelter in Place Order Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Gov. Inslee’s Shelter in Place OrderGov. Inslee’s Stay Home Stay Healthy has been extended to May 4. The order outlines the requirements for all people to remain in their homes “except to conduct or participate in essential activities and/or employment in providing essential business services.” On March 25, Governor Inslee released a memo specifically addressing the construction industry, clarifying what […]
Seattle Project Related Resources during Covid-19 Monday, March 23, 2020 in Code, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Seattle Project Related Resources during Covid-19SDCI Q&A On May 20, AIA Seattle held an online Q&A with SDCI about their project-related processes during COVID. You can watch that video here. Use password 8x+8M8uA Codes SDCI Delays 2018 Construction Code Implementation to November On March 19, the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) issued the following announcement related to […]
COVID-19 Resources Page Thursday, March 19, 2020 in For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on COVID-19 Resources PageAs a member-based organization, AIA Seattle is rapidly shifting its response to this public health crisis with remote learning and engagement opportunities, and aggregating regional and national resources for our members. We are here for you during this difficult time, and all staff are continuing to work remotely to serve you. Below, we have compiled […]
Advocacy Update – March 2020 Thursday, March 19, 2020 in Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – March 2020ARCHITECT ADVOCACY IN ACTION Seattle Firm Prompts New Rulemaking for Common Sense Bar Design This report is written by Joe Herrin AIA, Principal at Heliotrope in Seattle. Heliotrope is fortunate to have collaborated with many of Seattle’s most successful restauranteurs. In our effort to provide them with the best possible design solutions we regularly encounter […]
