July 23, 2008
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Has Your Firm Recently Completed a Noteworthy Example of Residential Architecture?

The deadline to submit your firm's most exciting projects for consideration as features or On The Boards briefs in the winter 2008 issue of Architect Colorado is Friday, July 25. read more

AIA Denver 2008 Honor Awards Deadline Extended

The AIA Denver 2008 Honor Awards Committee will accept nominations for the AIA Denver 2008 Honor Awards until Friday, July 25. There is no fee to submit for these prestigious awards. read more

AIA Colorado 2008 Design Conference Keynote Speaker Highlight: James Polshek, FAIA

The AIA Colorado 2008 Design Conference will feature keynote speaker James Polshek, FAIA. His presentation, Architecture Rules: Connection and Coincidence, will cover the interesting and mysterious parallels between the different professional trajectories of his career and the career of Louis I. Kahn, FAIA. read more

AIA Colorado North: Architecture, Art & Appetizers Speakers Needed

AIA Colorado North currently is seeking 10 speakers to participate in an exciting and educational Architecture, Art & Appetizers event from 6-8 p.m on Tuesday, Sept. 9, in Fort Collins. read more

ARE 4.0 Review Materials Available for Check-Out from the AIA Colorado ARE Library

Attention AIA Colorado members, the ARE 4.0 review materials now are available for check-out from the AIA Colorado ARE Library. read more

AIA Colorado Presents LEED-NC v2.2 Accreditation Examination Workshop in Denver

Join AIA Colorado for a workshop on the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for New Construction (v 2.2) Accreditation Examination. The program will take place on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design Rotunda. read more

AIA Colorado Supports the SAFE Initiative

The AIA Colorado Board of Directors voted to support the Savings Account for Education (SAFE) initiative. SAFE is a proposed ballot initiate to create a savings account for public education. read more

AIA Colorado Announces 2008 Code Class Series

Join AIA Colorado for the final course in the series of classes on the 2006 building codes. Each class qualifies for 7.5 health, safety and welfare continuing education credits. Do not miss this opportunity to get up to speed on the 2006 codes and earn continuing education credit. read more

AIA Denver COTE Family Picnic

Join AIA Denver Committee on the Environment (COTE) members at Cook Park Picnic Shelter #2 on Saturday, Aug. 16 from noon - 4 p.m. for their annual picnic in the park. read more

A Denver Curt Dale Community Grant Program

AIA Denver's 2008 Board of Directors is pleased to announce the sixth year of the Curt Dale Community Grant Program. This $5,000 grant will be awarded to a single recipient or group. Applications are due to the AIA Denver office by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008. read more

Hungry for Continuing Education Credit? Attend Lunch & Learns

n an effort to provide members with opportunities to earn continuing education credits throughout the year, AIA Colorado North is excited to present the 2008 Lunch & Learn series. read more

AIA Colorado North Live After Five

Join architects and interns from AIA Colorado North for drinks, food and fun at the next Live after Five event in Fort Collins. read more

AIA Denver Women in Design: Habitat for Humanity Build Days

AIA Denver Women in Design will assist Blue Spruce Habitat for Humanity in the renovation and remodel of a home in Evergreen, Colo. read more

AIA Western Mountain Region 2008 Honor Awards Submittal Requirements Now Available

The AIA Western Mountain Region (WMR) 2008 Honor Awards submittal requirements are available. All AIA WMR members are encouraged to submit nominations by Friday, Aug. 29, at 5 p.m. read more

AIA Western Mountain Region 50th Anniversary Logo Competition

AIA Western Mountain Region (WMR) is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is asking all associate AIA and Young Architects Forum (YAF) members to design a logo to help commemorate the occasion. read more

Register Today for SDA Audio Conferences

Society for Design Administration (SDA) is pleased to present its audio conference series. The series covers various topics, including building efficiency into your business, SDA's world-renown Canstruction Competition, life after chapter leadership and a balanced approach to better firm management. The next audio conference will take place on Friday, July 25. read more

SMPS/PSMA 2008 National Conference - Build Business: Innovate to Elevate

Join the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) and the Professional Services Management Association (PSMA) for their national conference, Build Business: Innovate to Elevate, on August 6 - 9, at the Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center. read more

SDA Denver Presents the 2008-09 Officers and Directors

The Denver Chapter of the Society for Design Administration (SDA) is pleased to announce its officers and board of directors for the 2008-09 year. read more

The Congress for the New Urbanism Call for Submittals

The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) is preparing a regional projects book to illustrate new urbanism in Colorado. Individuals and firms are invited to submit projects that express the Charter Principles of New Urbanism. Nominations of projects also are acceptable. The submittal deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22. read more

CCASLA Presents the Paths to Sustainability Conference

The Colorado Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (CCASLA), in conjunction with the American Planning Association (APA) and the Colorado Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), are pleased to present the Paths to Sustainability Conference. read more

CREW Denver Now is Accepting Nominations for the Ninth Annual Women of Influence Awards

Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Denver now is accepting nominations for the Ninth Annual Women of Influence Awards. Self nominations are encouraged. CREW Denver membership is not required for nomination. The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m. on Monday, July 28. read more

Legislative Update: Senate Bill 08-029

AIA Colorado is excited to announce the signature by Gov. Bill Ritter of Senate Bill 08-029, "Concerning a Requirement That an Architect Obtain Continuing Education Prior to the Renewal of the License to Practice Architecture in Colorado, and Making an Appropriation in Connection Therewith." This act will require that architects demonstrate completion of continuing education (CE) as a condition for renewal of a license to practice architecture in the state of Colorado. read more

Nominate Someone You Know to be Featured in the eNews

If you are interested in nominating someone to be profiled in an upcoming issue, please contact AIA Colorado Communication Manager Tracey Edwards. read more


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