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June 2022

WID + CODE: Breaking Down Bias – A Case Study in Delivering Universal Toileting

June 22, 2022 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Join AIA Seattle’s Women In Design and Code committees for a discussion on universal toileting strategies – how to create inclusive restroom facilities for all. Read more

July 2022

2022 Small Firm Series: Session 1

July 6, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us IN-PERSON at MG2 on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 for Session 1: Stabilize Your Small Firm with Strategic Business Planning of AIA Seattle’s 2022 Small Firm Series (4 AIA LU).  Managing a growing design firm offers a variety of unique challenges and opportunities. An unpredictable business environment and a quickening pace of change requires firm owners to adapt, but how can firm owners proactively prepare for growth in uncertain times? We will demystify the business planning process. Each attendee will…

Mass Timber + SPARC: Mass Timber in Residential Design – A case study and panel discussion

July 21, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join AIA Seattle’s Mass Timber and Small Practice & Residential committees for a case study and panel discussion on this trendy construction material, featuring presentations from architects, engineers, and vendor partners. Read more

CANCELLED: Ask An Architect – July 2022

July 23, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

**CANCELLED** Dreaming about a home design project and not sure where to start? Wondering how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for your family’s changing needs? Join two AIA architects to discuss your building project, no matter the stage. Read more

September 2022

2022 Small Firm Series: Session 2

September 7, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us ONLINE on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 for Session 2: Effective Strategies for Advancing Emerging Leaders and Transitioning Ownership of AIA Seattle’s 2022 Small Firm Series (4 AIA LU).  How do firms succeed in transitioning ownership and leadership? When should firm leaders begin thinking about ownership transition, and what options are available to firm founders approaching retirement? How can successors truly leverage the knowledge and connections of the founder? Planning for leadership transition brings up many questions and few answers;…

Road to Code | Significant Changes to the ICC/ANSI A117.1 – 2017

September 21, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - September 22, 2022 @ 2:00 pm

This is the third session in the 2022 Road to Code series presented by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee. Approximately every 6 years, ICC publishes updates for the ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standard. The latest 2017 version contains significant changes to the basic building blocks used in accessible spaces. This presentation will explore the key changes in great detail and how these changes will impact design in public, common use, and multifamily residential spaces. Join us online September  21 and September 22, 2022…

Sustainable Connections: 2022 Green Building Slam

September 23, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

HOST COPY: The Green Building Slam, our most fun, fast-paced, and inspirational green building event of the year, is back in-person, baby! Read more

October 2022

Dreaming about a home design project and not sure where to start? Wondering how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for your family’s changing needs? Join two AIA architects to discuss your building project, no matter the stage.

CANCELLED – Ask An Architect – October 2022

October 15, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dreaming about a home design project and not sure where to start? Wondering how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for your family’s changing needs? Join two AIA architects to discuss your building project, no matter the stage. Read more

November 2022

The AHC Fall Conference is a full-day education event for the healthcare design and construction industry in the Pacific Northwest.

AHC Fall 2022 | Transitioning Design Priorities: Clinicians, Patients & Our Earth

November 10, 2022 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

The AHC Fall Conference is a full-day education event for the healthcare design and construction industry in the Pacific Northwest. Read more

Road to Code | Topical Issues in Residential Design

November 15, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - November 16, 2022 @ 2:00 pm

This is the fourth and final session in the 2022 Road to Code series presented by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee. This two day presentation will explore current trends and issues associated with designing under the Seattle Residential Code. Day 1 will cover substantial alterations definitions and enforcement/Fire walls in lieu of substantial alterations. Day 2 will cover loft typology/AADU and DADU design/Building configuration impacts. Join us online November 15 and November 16, 2022 (12-2pm each day) for Road to Code |…

December 2022

2022 Small Firm Series: Session 3

December 7, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us ONLINE on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 for Session 3: Operations & Design: New Approaches to Old Ways of Working of AIA Seattle’s 2022 Small Firm Series (4 AIA LU). Business planning and professional development mean little without proper implementation. How will you structure your team for the greatest results? What bottlenecks are slowing down your design execution? How can adopting new ways of working transform your firm? This session will explore alternative ways of thinking about your day-to-day operations using…

February 2023

Intended for licensed architects, engineers, or certified building inspectors, this training certifies attendees as Building Evaluators in the nationally recognized Safety Assessment Program (SAP).

2023 Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Evaluator Training

February 14, 2023 @ 9:00 am - February 15, 2023 @ 1:00 pm

Join AIA Seattle, in association with Cal OES, and the Adaptation & Resilience Committee, for a certification course for the Safety Assessment Program (SAP), training architects, engineers, and building inspectors. Read more

AIA Seattle COTE's 2023 focus on existing buildings

Washington State Clean Buildings Act 101

February 15, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Washington State passed the Clean Buildings Act in 2019 with the goal of reducing energy consumption, operating cost, and carbon emissions from existing buildings which account for 27% of emissions statewide. Within the bill, the Clean Buildings Performance Standard sets energy performance targets for various building types, which go into effect beginning in 2026. Luke Howard from the Department of Commerce will be presenting on the bill and breaking down the requirements for compliance. Luke has decades of experience in…

2023 Path to Fellowship

February 23, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Are you a seasoned professional who is considering applying for AIA Fellowship? Or are you an emerging professional who’s curious about steps you can take now to make a future application more competitive? Join a panel of local FAIAs to learn more about the College of Fellows eligibility and submittal process, our chapter’s coaching and nomination of candidates, and tricks and tools you can employ now to tell your own professional story. Read more

March 2023

Code Reload | 2021 Building Code Updates

March 22, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - March 23, 2023 @ 2:00 pm

This is the first session in the 2023 Code Reload Series presented by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee. This two day program will provide an understanding of the changes between current 2018 IBC based codes and the new 2021 IBC based codes, including the codes as adopted by the City of Seattle. It will also go into how to interpret and apply key code provisions that apply to most buildings. Join us online March 22 and March 23, 2023 (12-2pm each…

May 2023

The increased urgency of our climate crisis and global health emergencies demand responses that recognize decarbonization is directly correlated to health equity and community resilience.

Decarbonization for Health Equity & Community Resilience

May 8, 2023 @ 9:00 am - May 9, 2023 @ 2:00 pm

Through examining 1) indoor air quality and the right to positive health outcomes; 2) adaptive reuse strategies, the circular economy, and electrification; and 3) case studies demonstrating what “good” looks like through responsible building in projects and practice, this year’s thought leadership summit will take a systems-approach to explore high-impact decarbonization strategies that nurture our communities and ecosystems.  How do we redefine “standard of care” to ensure climate-smart solutions? What does it look like to co-create with community to achieve our…

Code Reload | Elevator Best Practices

May 17, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

This is the second session in the 2023 Code Reload Series presented by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee. This two hour program focuses on elevator technology and design aspects of planning and evaluating elevator systems for all types of buildings. Design, code and “best practice” guidelines are reviewed to enable architects, developers, engineers, and planners to understand vertical transportation impact on the design and construction of a building. Join us online May 17, 2023 (12-2pm) for Code Reload | Elevator Best…

Join AIA NWW section and learn about upcoming WSEC-C code changes.

AIA NWW: WSEC-C Code Changes Webinar

May 18, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join AIA NWW section and learn about upcoming WSEC-C code changes. Read more

Join AIA Seattle's Adaptation and Resilience Committee for a panel discussion on urban heat and air quality in the Puget Sound region. Our panelists will share their latest research, design strategies, and community-based initiatives related to the complexities of equitably addressing urban heat and air quality at a variety of project scales. Audience questions and discussion will follow presentations by each panelist.

Conversations Toward Resilience: Urban Heat and Air Quality

May 30, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join AIA Seattle’s Adaptation and Resilience Committee for a panel discussion on urban heat and air quality in the Puget Sound region. Our panelists will share their latest research, design strategies, and community-based initiatives related to the complexities of equitably addressing urban heat and air quality at a variety of project scales. Audience questions and discussion will follow presentations by each panelist.
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June 2023

There is an urgent need to develop plentiful, diverse, and sustainable housing options for current and future residents of Seattle.

Housing Now! Design / Access / Delivery

June 15, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Puget Sound Regional Council estimates the Seattle metro area needs 800,000 new homes by the year 2050, and the City of Seattle is preparing for the next Comprehensive Plan Update in 2024. What role will architects play in addressing this? How can we ensure the integration of new design solutions and policy interventions prioritize access, affordability, equity, and livability in rapidly changing neighborhoods? Housing Now! serves as a resonant theme as we address the pressing need for housing at…

September 2023

AIA Seattle, in close collaboration with NOMA Northwest and Planning in Color, is proud to announce its third – and newly revitalized – edition of the Culture Change in Practice program.

Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 | Workshop 1

September 15, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

This four-part, peer-based learning program was designed by a team of architects and allied professionals to specifically provide architecture and allied firms the tools and community to meet the explicit goals and metrics laid out in NOMA NW’s Call-to-Action.  The first workshop of Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 is scheduled for Friday, September 15, 9:00am-12:00pm PT, in person at DLR Group (51 University St #600). Workshop 1: Power and Privilege September 15, 9am-12pm PT | In-Person @…

Code Reload | Beyond Single Family

September 19, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - September 20, 2023 @ 2:00 pm

Session 3 of the Code Reload series explore case studies for small scale residential development and commercial projects, looking at code implications when moving beyond single family residential. Read more

October 2023

AIA Seattle, in close collaboration with NOMA Northwest and Planning in Color, is proud to announce its third – and newly revitalized – edition of the Culture Change in Practice program.

Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 | Workshop 2

October 6, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

This four-part, peer-based learning program was designed by a team of architects and allied professionals to specifically provide architecture and allied firms the tools and community to meet the explicit goals and metrics laid out in NOMA NW’s Call-to-Action.  The second workshop of Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 is scheduled for Friday, October 6, 9:00am-12:00pm PT, online. Workshop 2: Conflict Transformations October 6, 9am-12pm PT | Online Conflict is often seen as a barrier and obstacle to progress.…

This year’s AIA AHC Fall Event includes one day of interdisciplinary presentations, design case studies, discussions, and building tours focusing on inclusive and accessible design in the healthcare environment.

AHC Fall 2023 – Designing for All: Accessibility in Health and Wellness

October 20, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

This year’s AIA AHC Fall Event includes one day of interdisciplinary presentations, design case studies, discussions, and building tours focusing on inclusive and accessible design in the healthcare environment. The Fall event will explore how design solutions and the design process can improve accessibility and inclusion for as many users as possible within the healthcare setting. Read more

AIA Seattle, in close collaboration with NOMA Northwest and Planning in Color, is proud to announce its third – and newly revitalized – edition of the Culture Change in Practice program.

Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 | Workshop 3

October 27, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

This four-part, peer-based learning program was designed by a team of architects and allied professionals to specifically provide architecture and allied firms the tools and community to meet the explicit goals and metrics laid out in NOMA NW’s Call-to-Action.  The third workshop of Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 is scheduled for Friday, October 27, 9:00am-12:00pm PT, online. Workshop 3: The Value Case and Business Case for Equity Work October 27, 9am-12pm PT | Online This third workshop will offer…

November 2023

Code Reload | Code 101 & Workshop

November 13, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

This is the fourth and final session in the 2023 Code Reload Series presented in joint collaboration by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee and the Young Architects Forum (YAF). This in-person seminar will focus on a broad overview of the 2021 IBC to present the basics of how the code is organized and used.  The seminar will also include a hands-on workshop focusing on Chapter 5 Allowable Areas and Area Increases, as well as Chapter 10 Means of Egress. Join us…

AIA Seattle, in close collaboration with NOMA Northwest and Planning in Color, is proud to announce its third – and newly revitalized – edition of the Culture Change in Practice program.

Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 | Workshop 4

November 17, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

This four-part, peer-based learning program was designed by a team of architects and allied professionals to specifically provide architecture and allied firms the tools and community to meet the explicit goals and metrics laid out in NOMA NW’s Call-to-Action.  The fourth and final workshop of Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort 2023 is scheduled for Friday, November 17, 9:00am-12:00pm PT, in person at DLR Group (51 University St #600). Workshop 4: Initiatives and Impact November 17, 9am-12pm PT | In-Person…

March 2024

Intended for Washington state architects, architects-in-training, engineers, and/or certified building inspectors interested in better understanding seismic risks in our region, as well as having the opportunity to assist in recovery efforts.

2024 Safety Assessment Program: WAsafe Building Safety Evaluator

March 5 @ 9:00 am - March 6 @ 1:00 pm

The AIA Seattle Adaptation & Resilience Committee is hosting an online, eight-hour training (split into two half-days) on post-disaster building safety evaluation procedures and WAsafe, Washington State’s program for post-disaster volunteer responders. This program is a must for engineers, architects & building officials committed to using their unique professional skills to assist following a catastrophic event. Read more

Code Mode | Code Flexibility (Alternative Code Approaches)

Free – $204
March 19 @ 12:00 pm - March 20 @ 2:00 pm

Join us for an insightful seminar on the International Building Code and Fire Code, delving into innovative solutions for scenarios not explicitly covered by the codes or situations where strict compliance is challenging. Our experts will guide you through the avenues available, such as code modifications, alternative materials and methods, and the use of engineering reports or judgements. Read more

May 2024

Code Mode | Understanding the Seattle Existing Building Code

May 14 @ 12:00 pm - May 15 @ 2:00 pm

Join us for a two day seminar on understanding the Seattle Existing Building Code (SEBC). Day 1 delves into the code’s philosophy and explores requirements for building reuse and substantial alterations. Day 2 features case studies to illustrate practical applications and emphasizes key compliance areas such as substantial alterations, building performance, and changes of use within existing structures. Participants will gain insight into critical code compliance areas, including Seattle’s unique substantial alteration definitions and requirements for building reuse. Read more

What factors are at play when planning and designing healthcare delivery facilities in the urban environment today?

AHC Spring 2024: Opportunities and Challenges of Healthcare Delivery

May 17 @ 8:30 am - 3:40 pm

Join the Architecture for Health Committee (AHC) for the annual AHC Spring Conference, keynoted by the team from Harborview Medical Center, a Level 1 Trauma Center for the 4-state region, highlighting their work on the Bond Capital Program. Their presentation will focus on the unique service provided by HMC, the relationship between King County and the UW Medicine System, and their upcoming Bond Program Developments. Read more

June 2024

Annual Chapter Meeting

June 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

AIA Seattle’s Annual Chapter Meeting is an opportunity for members of our 10-county community to come together virtually to hear about the strategic direction of AIA Seattle and receive updates on engagement opportunities, advocacy efforts, and membership benefits. Read more

We are at a critical point for housing with the release of the draft comprehensive plan, One Seattle Plan!.

Housing: A Stage for Life

June 17 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Housing: A Stage for Life seeks to respond to the evolving housing landscape and explore how housing can center specific community needs and support people through various life stages. This year’s program will spotlight policy interventions, innovative project case studies, community perspectives, and inspiring design that foreground users while addressing actionable solutions to develop more plentiful, quality, diverse, and sustainable housing options in Seattle and beyond. Read more

September 2024

New to submitting? Have limited capacity? Want direct support with the Common App for Design Excellence (for applicable BUILT submissions)?

Submitter Support Office Hours | 2024 Honor Awards

September 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join the UW Integrated Design Lab and members of the Honor Awards Committee online for Submitter Support Office Hours on Thursday, September 5, 12:00-1:00pm PT. Read more

Code Mode | Introduction to Land Use Code in the Puget Sound Region

September 10 @ 12:00 pm - September 11 @ 2:00 pm

Without a doubt, land use codes shape architect’s designs, providing both challenging constraints and existing opportunities.  This two day program explores the origin of the policies that impact these codes, starting with the Washington’s Growth Management Act, the subsequent regional policies, and local comprehensive plans. Read more

October 2024

Code Mode | Codes and Guidelines in Healthcare

October 28 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

This is the fourth and final session in the 2024 Code Mode Series presented in joint collaboration by AIA Seattle’s Code Committee and the Architecture for Health Committee (AHC). Healthcare facilities are one of the most technically complex project types that architects design. This in-person session will focus on the various code requirements that are layered onto the IBC including the FGI Guidelines and NFPA 101. Read more

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