2017 was a year of growth for AIA Seattle, and for the city we call home. Our activities flourished as our members played an active role in conversations that are shaping our region. Advocacy was a major focus for the year. For the first time, we enjoyed the benefits of a staff position dedicated to […]
Advocacy Update – August 2018 Wednesday, August 22, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board, Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – August 2018NATIONAL NEWS AIA Adds Voice in Opposition to Asbestos AIA National issued comments to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Acting Administrator this month on asbestos, opposing a proposed new federal rule that would create a pathway to consider new uses of asbestos. AIA’s Sarah Dodge, Senior Vice President of Advocacy + Relationships, commented, “Either by […]
Online Continuing Education: ‘The Future of Residential Design’ Forum Thursday, August 16, 2018 in For the Profession Comments Off on Online Continuing Education: ‘The Future of Residential Design’ ForumFilmed live at AIA Seattle’s 2018 Housing Design Forum, this online continuing education series features 10 captivating speakers and combines keynote presentations, case studies, research and provocative dialogue. Find out how today’s most inspired architects and thinkers employ innovative performance strategies, explore materials, and engage with questions about the future of residential design. Click HERE to view […]
2018 Honor Awards Wednesday, August 1, 2018 in For the Profession, Honor Awards, Uncategorized Comments Off on 2018 Honor AwardsAs our region expands and our cities densify, we face challenges that innovative and human-centered design can address. Our community continues to prove that design has the power to affect positive change. This year, the Honor Awards celebrates and recognizes the diversity of perspectives, scales, and typologies that fuel transformation in our region. Live Event […]
Advocacy Update – July 2018 Thursday, July 26, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board, Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – July 2018STATE NEWS I-1631 Reaches Ballot, Endorsements Sought The signature gathering effort for Washington Initiative 1631, which would establish a carbon fee to reduce incentives for fossil fuel use, generate funds to invest in renewable resources and promote energy efficiency, was successful. The measure will appear on the November 2018 ballot statewide. AIA Seattle’s Board of […]
Advocacy Update – June 2018 Thursday, June 28, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board, Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – June 2018STATE NEWS Mass Timber AIA Washington Council submitted a proposal to the State Building Code Council (SBCC) in May to permit the use of mass timber in the construction of taller buildings. Proposals are currently being reviewed by the SBCC’s technical advisory groups, which will provide recommendations to the SBCC. AIAWA’s proposal is based on […]
Message to Members | AIA Seattle Voting at Conference Tuesday, June 19, 2018 in For the Profession, Uncategorized Comments Off on Message to Members | AIA Seattle Voting at ConferenceSEATTLE, June 19, 2019— AIA Seattle President Sidney Scarboro AIA will head to A’18: AIA Conference on Architecture in New York this week to represent our chapter at the Annual Business Meeting. The AIA Seattle Board reviewed all resolutions before the membership this year, and has recommended the following positions: Resolution 18-3: Diversity Pipeline and […]
Advocacy Update – May 2018 Friday, May 25, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – May 2018STATE NEWS AIA Seattle Endorses I-1631 AIA Seattle’s Board of Directors has endorsed Washington Initiative 1631, the Protect Washington Act, which would establish a carbon fee to reduce incentives for fossil fuel use, generate funds to invest in renewable resources and promote energy efficiency. From the Board’s endorsement: AIA Seattle has a history of supporting […]
AIA Seattle Endorses I-1631 to Establish a Fee on Carbon Emissions Friday, May 25, 2018 in Uncategorized Comments Off on AIA Seattle Endorses I-1631 to Establish a Fee on Carbon EmissionsAIA Seattle’s Board of Directors has endorsed Washington Initiative 1631, the Protect Washington Act, which would establish a carbon fee to reduce incentives for fossil fuel use, generate funds to invest in renewable resources and promote energy efficiency. I-1631 levies a fee on the production, distribution or use of fossil fuels based on how much […]
AIA Seattle Announces 2018 Honorees Thursday, April 26, 2018 in Uncategorized Comments Off on AIA Seattle Announces 2018 HonoreesHonorees are nominated by their peers and selected by the Fellows & Honors committee each spring. AIA Seattle is delighted to recognize these recipients for their exceptional contributions to the profession and our community. Please join us in congratulating the 2018 Honorees! We will celebrate their achievements at the 2018 President’s Dinner on Saturday June 30, […]
