Colorado Architecture News | 12.20.23


News from the Colorado Chapter of The American Institute of Architects | 12.20.23

AIA COLORADO NEWS

Introducing the 2024 Board of Directors

We are excited to introduce the 2024 AIA Colorado Board of Directors. The Board plays a crucial role in overseeing the nonprofit’s activities and collectively shaping the organization’s path through collaborative governance, policy formulation, and strategic planning.

This year’s Board is enriched by the valuable contributions of several new members:

Additionally, we are pleased to inform you of the following positions that AIA Colorado members have been elected to:

Join us in welcoming and getting to know our 2024 Board of Directors and Representatives!

Allied Memberships Are Now Available Through Jan 31st.

Joining AIA Colorado as an Allied member gives businesses access to an extensive professional network, AIA Colorado member event pricing, discounted job board rates for members, insider industry information, and more. The Allied Membership is designed for people who work in a field related to architecture but do not have an architecture license or degree, including engineers, planners, landscape architects, consultants, manufacturers, and other fields related to architecture. View the benefits of membership and renew today!

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Happy Hour In Longmont

Cheers to the North Section Members who gathered in Longmont last week for a Holiday Happy Hour at Abbott and Wallace Distillery!

Holiday Closure

AIA Colorado will be closed from December 22–January 1.

Conference Attendee Survey Winner

Congrats to Rebecca Spears, AIA, RBB Architects, for winning the random draw of those who attended the ENGAGE 2023 Practice + Design Conference and filled out the attendee survey. She’ll be receiving a $100 visa gift card.

MEMBER NEWS

Architect-ing Podcast Features Damon Leverett, AIA, Discussing the Intersection of AI In Architecture

After leading the Pre-Conference Technology Deep Dive session before the ENGAGE 2023 Practice + Design Conference, Damon shared his own experiences with AI and how it will impact the design process with Colorado Architect Adam Wagoner, AIA, on his Architect-ing Podcast. Damon highlights the importance of understanding the principles of design in order to create meaningful architecture and emphasizes that AI is a tool that can empower architects rather than replace them.

Listen on Apple | Spotify | Google | Pandora

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Hord Coplan Macht’s Denver office held their first ever Design Discovery Day event and welcomed 15 local high school students who were eager to explore the world of design. Read More

Congratulations to Rowland + Broughton as two of their projects have been celebrated as Honorees at the Interior Design Magazine Best of the Year Awards. The Thunderbowl Project is an Honoree in the Large Residential Transformation Category and the 1830 Blake Street Salon Project is an Honoree in the Firm’s Own Office category (also a 2023 Design Award Honorable Mention winner) View Interior Design Magazine Awards

Congratulations to Fentress Architects for their three shortlisted projects in The American Architecture Awards: the Johnson County Courthouse in Olathe, KS, the Orlando International Airport Terminal C in Orlando, FL, and the Royal Norwegian Embassy Renovation in Washington, D.C. (also a 2023 Design Award of Merit winner) View The American Architecture Awards

PARTNER NEWS AND EVENTS

Shape the Future of the Cherry Creek North District

Denver Community Planning and Development (CPD) is searching for two licensed architects who reside in the City and County of Denver to guide the design character of future projects in the district. By serving on the Cherry Creek North Design Advisory Board, members play a critical role in ensuring new development meets elevated standards for architectural quality and engagement of the public realm as outlined in the Design Standards and Guidelines for Cherry Creek North. Deadline to apply is January 5, 2024. Learn more about this opportunity and apply here.

2023 AIAS Honor Award Given to CU Denver

Each year the AIAS honors individuals and groups for their exemplary work in areas such as leadership, collaboration, scholarship, and service. This year, CU Denver has won the Outstanding Freedom By Design Project Honor Award. Congrats! Read More

NEWS AT NATIONAL

Quinn Evans Receives 2024 AIA Architecture Firm Award

The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) today honored Quinn Evans with the AIA Architecture Firm Award  2024. The annual AIA Architecture Firm Award is the highest honor the AIA bestows on an architecture practice. The award recognizes a firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture for at least 10 years. Read More

2024 AIA Gold Medal Awarded to David Lake and Ted Flato

The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are honoring David Lake, FAIA, and Ted Flato, FAIA, with the AIA Gold Medal 2024. The Gold Medal honors an individual whose significant body of work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture.

As a pair, Lake and Flato have delivered on their vision to connect people to nature through restorative and sustainable strategies. Their Austin-based firm Lake|Flato continues to be at the forefront of sustainable design, winning an industry best 15 COTE (Committee on the Environment) Top 10 Awards and designing healthier, more sustainable, and inclusive places inspired by nature. Read More

Kimberly Nicole Dowdell, AIA, Becomes First Black Woman to Serve as AIA President

HOK principal Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, was inaugurated as the 2024 AIA president December 15 in Washington, DC. As the 100th person to hold the office, Dowdell represents two key firsts for an AIA president: She’s the first Black woman and the first Millennial to hold the top office. Read More

New Course at AIAU: Fundamentals of AI for Designers

Make sure you’re prepared for the rapidly evolving digital revolution with a comprehensive introduction to the core concepts, principles, and applications of artificial intelligence (AI). Learn key components of AI, explore the current and future implications of its use, and gain insights into the real-world applications in the industry.  

Whether this is your first foray into the topic or you’re looking to update your skills, this course will equip you with the foundational understanding needed to explore AI further. Learn More

Need Some Last-Minute CE Hours For 2023? Check Out The Top  Courses Of The Year From AIAU

Whether you’re looking to get a jump on trends right now or skill up for 2024, these courses have you covered. And they all earn HSW credits to help you meet your end-of-the-year CE deadline!

AIA Contract Documents – Top 5 Must-Watch Sessions of 2023

  1. Contract and Project Management for Architects: Best Practices and Holistic Solutions – Watch Here
  2. A Simple Guide for Construction Manager Contract Documents – Watch Here
  3. Don’t sign that contract yet! 5 Warning Signs of an Unfair Construction Contract – Watch Here
  4. Insurance and Bonds as Risk Management Tools for Construction Project Owners – Watch Here
  5. The Fundamentals of an Effective Custom Residential Contract – Watch Here

The Value of Architects in Combatting the Climate Crisis

AIA representatives met with world leaders, US Senators, city and civic leaders, and many more key stakeholders at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Read More

Premier Partner Spotlight

We’re proud to highlight one of AIA Colorado’s Premier Partners, JVA, Inc., and look forward to their ongoing support and involvement serving Colorado’s architecture community.

JVA, Incorporated is a consulting engineering firm with offices in Boulder, Fort Collins, Winter Park, Glenwood Springs, and Denver, Colorado. Since 1956, JVA has provided engineering services to architects, owners, building departments, and general contractors in Colorado and nationwide. Our Structural, Civil, and Environmental engineering departments offer highly skilled engineers who complement your experience to fully meet your design and construction needs. We take pride in our commitment to provide excellent service.

Learn More About JVA, Inc.

Looking for Additional Resources?

View AIA Colorado’s Allied Member Directory.

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