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Incorporating Sustainability into Projects through the AIA Sustainable Projects Exhibit

September 24, 2020

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Sustainable projects offer exciting opportunities for the construction industry to drive positive change by reducing negative environmental impacts, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing the health of building occupants.

ASPIRExperience

September 15, 2020

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ASPIRE IS BACK FOR 2020! Bringing the conference to you Aspire debuted in 2019, transforming the beautiful and vibrant city of Asheville, North Carolina, into a nexus of architecture, design,…

Answering your Contract Questions with Live Q&A

September 10, 2020

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As an architect, owner, or contractor, properly documenting your projects through contracts documents is one of the most important things you can do to minimize risk and avoid litigation. However, completing these contract documents can be confusing and you may have many questions throughout the process.

Using the Online Service to Edit and Finalize Contracts

July 16, 2020

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With an increase in stay-at-home orders due to COVID-19, going to the office to print, scan and sign your contracts may not be an option. Join AIA Contract Documents technical staff for an overview of best practices in using the online service to create, organize and distribute your contracts without leaving your home. By attending this free webinar, you will learn best practices in editing documents and organizing your projects in the AIA Contract Documents online service, including editing offline, avoiding common formatting issues, setting your preferences, working with project data, and more!

What Architects Need to Know: AIA Master Agreements and Task Orders

July 10, 2020

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Does your design firm perform repeat or similar work for the same client or from a consultant? Would you like to manage risk and streamline the contract process for these projects? Geared towards architects, this webinar will provide an overview of the AIA Master Agreements and Task Orders and explain how they can be used to provide a wide array of select services over the course of several projects.

PVC Roofing Materials – Performance, Construction, Functionality

June 30, 2020

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This course will describe the many benefits of using a white reflective PVC roofing membrane for the benefit of saving energy and reducing the use of fossil fuels. The decision of which buildings to use PVC roofs will be discussed on how the uses tie into the building use to minimize occupant disruption.

How to Choose the Right AIA Document for your Project

June 24, 2020

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Join this free webinar as AIA Contract Documents Committee members, who are experienced design firm practitioners, review the various families of documents and examine how to select the appropriate Owner/Architect agreements to fit your project size and complexity. Presenters discuss their own projects as case studies during a panel discussion that includes the process of selecting, negotiating and drafting AIA contracts.

AIA WS | June VIRTUAL Section Lunch

June 24, 2020

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Mark R. LePage is the Partner in Charge of Operations at Fivecat Studio Architecture, a leading residential architecture firm located in Westchester County, New York. Mark and his wife, architect Annmarie McCarthy, launched Fivecat Studio in 1999 at the age of 29 with no money and no clients. Together they have grown the regional firm to a staff of six, managing projects worth more than $10 million. Mark is the founder of Entrepreneur Architect, this online education resource inspiring architects to build better businesses. He launched the blog in 2007 as a personal project to document ideas for business success. In 2012, Mark relaunched Entrepreneur Architect at EntreArchitect.com and introduced the The Entrepreneur Architect Podcast. Working to become an influential force in the profession, Mark’s mission is to teach sole proprietors, small firm architects and students the importance of business success in the profession of architecture.

Important Changes to the AIA 2019 Construction Manager Documents

June 23, 2020

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The ABA Forum, in conjunction with the AIA, has assembled an expert panel to lift up the curtain and explore some of the key changes, the bases for the changes, and how they are being interpreted and applied in the industry, including the individuals who were integrally involved in drafting these documents. Whether you are a construction lawyer, consultant, or an industry practitioner, you won't want to miss this important program for a summary of the key changes, from the perspective of project owners and construction managers.

7 Deadly Construction Contract Clauses

June 18, 2020

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Construction clauses that you believe to be benign, may actually jeopardize the financial well-being of your design firm, and the health, safety, and welfare of the public. It is imperative for design firms to have a thorough understanding of these “deadly clauses” and how to identify and correct faulty language in order to mitigate associated risks. Join us for a free webinar as presenters review construction contract clauses regarding instruments of service, right to withhold or offset fees, reliance on owner supplied information, coordination of owner’s consultants, limiting liability, compliance with civil rights legislation, and prevailing party clauses.