WIA Networking
2024-06-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Smoky Hollow, 507 N. Harrington Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join us for networking at LS3P’s new office location in Smoky Hollow!
Date: Wednesday, June 26th
Time: 5pm-7pm

Place: LS3P new office location in SMOKY HOLLOW!
421 N Harrington Street, Suite 700, Raleigh, NC 27603
Food and Beverage Sponsor: Samet Corporation.
Event is Free but please register here. .

BEC Triangle JUNE MEETING : NOVUS TOWER TOUR + PANEL
2024-06-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub, 427 W Main St., Durham, NC, 27701
Click here to learn more and register.

Designing with Pedestrian Scale Solutions
2024-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Presented by KB Stephens:

This is a detailed and thorough course designed to take anyone of any background and provide them a strong knowledge and a toolset of best practices for designing with pedestrian scale solutions. In the world of lighting, pedestrian scale solutions are primarily bollards, building elements, and pole-top luminaires. These critical solutions enable any designer to create safe, comfortable, and functional spaces for people, and more specifically pedestrians. To effectively achieve this mission critical task, one needs to understand the terminology, product characteristics, manufacturing considerations, design challenges, available options, and safety requirements.
This is a hybrid event. Lunch will be provided for those attending in person. Please provide attendee email at registration for Zoom details.
July 30, 2024
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Center for Architecture and Design
14 E. Peace St., Raleigh, NC
1 HSW credit

WIA sponsored Happy Hour, Real Matter lecture
2024-08-05 17:30 - 18:30
WIA sponsored Happy Hour, followed by 6:30pm Real Matter Lecture. rsvp – in situ studio

Up on a Rooftop with Architects!
2024-08-20 16:30 - 19:00
Downtown Raleigh boasts an abundance of attractive rooftop bars/restaurants and AIA Triangle is going to take a walking tour of three. You’ll hear from owners/managers/architects about the inspiration of each unique space and the impact these spaces have on the business.
Tuesday, August 20
4:30pm: An update on downtown economic development with Lucy McInnis, Director, Events & Development for the Downtown Raleigh Alliance
Lobby of The Dillon
5:00pm: Stop #1 La Terrazza (Capacity limited to 15 – first to register for all 3 bars)
223 S West St 9th Floor – Inside The Dillon
Architect Matthew Hale will discuss his design process. SOLD OUT!
Reserve a ticket for the last two bars and the tour will catch up to you here:
5:45pm: Stop #2 Young Hearts Distilling (capacity: 40)
225 S Wilmington St
Chris Powers, Co-owner of Young Hearts, and Meredith Kirkpatrick, AIA will discuss how this space came to life.
6:30pm: Stop #3 The Raleigh Times (capacity: 45)
14 E Hargett St
Dave Nicolay, Vice President of Empire Properties, will discuss the building rehabilitation and preservation project details.
7:00pm: Time to enjoy that beer during open networking!
This tour will take place rain or shine. Wear comfortable walking shoes and arrive ON TIME . . . the group will not wait for anybody. This is a fun and fast-paced tour. Drinks are not provided on the tour.
Now open to members and nonmembers!

Lunch and Learn - Two Sessions with Fitch Lumber
2024-08-28 11:30 - 14:30 | Mez Restaurant, 5410 Page Rd, Durham, NC, 27703, United States
AIA Triangle Lunch & Learn – Two Sessions!
Sponsored by Fitch Lumber

AIA Triangle Lunch & Learn – Two Sessions

Sponsored by Fitch Lumber

Session #1: Designing Wood Entry Doors For Today’s Custom Homes: Form, Function & Well-Being (presented by Trustile Doors) Session #2: Understanding Key Performance Factors for Window and Door Exterior Finishes (WDExtFinishes) (presented by Marvin)

August 28, 2024 Session #1 – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Session #2 – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 2 AIA CE Credits

MEZ Restaurant

5410 Page Rd, Durham, NC 27703

Lunch, a buffet style taco bar, will be provided for all attendees
*Event limited to 50 attendees*

Session #1: Designing Wood Entry Doors For Today’s Custom Homes: Form, Function & Well-Being This Continuing Education Course provides a detailed overview of wood entry systems, how they can be integrated into different architectural styles, maximizing health and safety benefits, and which modern materials are improving durability and energy efficiency.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Specify an entry system that enhances your next residential project
Focus on wellness when designing an entry system
Know of the components of an entry system
Understand how modern materials and technology contribute to better performance on wood entry doors

PRESENTED BY

TruStile Doors

Session #2: Understanding Key Performance Factors for Window and Door Exterior Finishes (WDExtFinishes) The exterior finish you select for the windows and doors play a key role in the durability, long-term maintenance, and lasting beauty of any residential or commercial building. In this course, you will learn about industry standards and factors you need to weigh in specifying the finish based on the project requirements. PRESENTED BY MARVIN

REGISTRATION OPTIONS
ONLINE REGISTRATION

AIA Member/AIAT Annual Partners: $0 | Non-member: Free, but suggested $35 donation to the Fitch Family Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program
Register below to attend in-person; (Deadline for registration: Monday, August 26 at 12:00 PM)
Lunch, a buffet style taco bar, will be provided
The program will begin promptly at 12:00 PM
Check-in begins at 11:30 AM – Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and lunch

2024 Residential Tour
2024-09-07
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Triangle Tour of Residential Architecture showcases architect-designed homes throughout the North Carolina Triangle region. This is your opportunity to see some of the best residences in the Triangle, get ideas for your own home, and ask questions about architecture, materials, construction, and technology. Architects and docents are available to answer your questions all day! This is a self-guided tour, open to the public. Learn More

WIA Networking Event
2024-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Bobbitt Construction, 2400 Weston Pkwy, Cary, NC, 27513

Humanist Modernity
2024-09-13 10:30 - 20:00 | NCSU School of Architecture, 1070 Partners Way, Raleigh, NC, 27695, United States
Humanist Modernity
Maciej & Stanislawa Nowicki Symposium & Exhibition
September 13 – 14, 2024
NC State University
Please join the NC State School of Architecture for a day-long symposium and ongoing exhibition on Maciej and Stanislawa Nowicki, two significant figures in American and Polish architecture history. Stanislawa was the first female professor of architecture in the history of the United States, while Maciej collaborated with renowned architects on prestigious projects before his untimely death. More details available here

2024 Aspire Conference
2024-09-15 - 2024-09-17
2024 Aspire Conference
Asheville, NC
September 15-17, 2024
Aspire returns to the city of Asheville with an unconventional conference experience exploring what it means to design outside the lines. Fascinating Keynote speakers Erin Brokovich, tech guru Beth Ziesenis, and investor/advisor Evelyn Lee will captivate you. Check out the schedule of compelling sessions on urban sketching, net zero homes, hotel design and much more. Tours will allow you to see Asheville like a VIP. Register today. Click here for more information.

Emerging Technologies Symposium
2024-09-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
This half-day event will delve into one of the most transformative topics in architecture today: artificial intelligence (AI). If you’ve been curious, intrigued, or even uncertain about how AI may shape the future of design, this symposium is a must-attend event. This is a hybrid event – you have the option of attending in person at CfAD or attending remotely.
The symposium will bring together local and international experts in both virtual and in-person formats. You’ll hear from Des Fagan, a leading figure from Lancaster University in the UK, as well as Sara Codarin and Karl Daubman from Lawrence Technological University in Michigan, who will discuss the real and potential impacts of AI on architecture, from rapid image generation to design innovation.
In addition, we’ve assembled an in-person panel of local architects who are at the forefront of exploring this technology. Heather Ferell (Prism Design Lab), Jessica Pearson (Gensler), and Brian Payne (BSA LifeStructures) will share insights on how emerging technologies are transforming their practices. This dynamic discussion will be moderated by Dolly Haardt, LEED AP and Regional Design Technology Manager with Gensler in Raleigh. You’ll hear firsthand about the practical challenges, successes, and future opportunities of integrating new technologies into architectural workflows.
Rounding out the program, we’ll be joined by Argelia Barcena from AIA San Francisco, who will share how their chapter has navigated the evolving tech landscape and embraced new tools to enhance workflow, collaboration, and design outcomes.
Members: $35
Nonmembers: $65
4 LU credits
Schedule:
1:00pm
How AI Will Impact the Architecture Profession
Des Fagan, Head of Architecture, Lancaster University, UK
2:00pm
AI Sketching with Rapid Image Generation
Interactive presentation with Sara Codarin & Karl Daubmann, College of Architecture & Design, Lawrence Technological University
3:00pm
Panel Discussion
Live discussion with local architects:
Heather Ferrell, AIA, NOMA, SEED, Executive Director, Prism Design Lab
Jessica Pearson, AIA, LEED AP, Strategy Lead, Associate, Gensler
Brian Payne, Senior Architect, Technical Delivery Lead, BSA Lifestructures
4:00pm
Case study of a thriving technology task force
Argelia Barcena, Women in BIM Regional Lead, Gensler, AIA San Francisco Technology in Architecture Practice
5:00pm
Networking Social and Q&A following the program
Interested in launching a Technology Knowledge Network at AIA Triangle? Join us for brainstorming and discussions

Sense Your City: Adventures in Human-Centered Design
2024-09-28 09:30 - 14:00 | Downtown Chapel Hill, Varsity Theater, 123 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC, 27514, United States
AIA ACTIVATE NORTH CAROLINA & STRADA ARCHITECTURE PLLC Present
Sense Your City: Adventures in Human-Centered Design
Join us on September 28th for a half-day event that invites the community to engage with Downtown Chapel Hill through the lens of human-centered design—a philosophy that prioritizes the human experience in our built environment. This event encourages participants to explore, imagine, and discover what a truly human-centered environment means to them. This event is free and open to the public. Families welcome.
Event Schedule:
Part 1: Film Clips & Panel Discussion – 1 AIA HSW
Location: Varsity Theatre | Time: 9:30 AM – 11 AM

Explore examples of human-centered design from around the world.

Part 2: Design Adventures in Downtown Chapel Hill
Location: Varsity Theatre | Time: 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Engage in interactive “Design Adventures” that challenge your senses and imagination.

Part 3: Celebration and Conversations
Location: Garden Spot (behind Lantern) | Time: 12:30 PM – 2 PM

Gather for snacks, drinks, and conversations about the day’s discoveries.
Share your observations and join in discussions on how human-centered design can enrich our town.

*Visit this link for more information and to RSVP: https://mailchi.mp/ac7b23f152d6/sense-your-city

Namasit-Namastay
2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Fenton, Cary NC, 201 Fenton Gtwy Dr, Cary, NC, 27511
Join us for Namasit-Namastay, a Triangle Barkitecture Yoga Event presented by Fenton and benefiting Hope Animal Rescue. Get ready for Barkitecture the following week by joining us for a yoga class starting at 10am at Fenton on September 28th. Each $15 donation covers your spot for the class and includes your very own yoga mat from Fenton. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Hope Animal rescue to help find homes for dogs here in the Triangle. Class instruction provided by CorePower.
Hope Animal Rescue will also be out with some adoptable puppers who may just get in on some of the downward dog action. Stick around after the class for a meet and greet with some of the adoptable doggos and maybe meet your new best friend to bring to Barkitecture.

School of Architecture/AIA Triangle Join Lecture Series
2024-09-30 18:00 - 19:30 | NC State College of Design – Burns Auditorium, 2221 Katherine Stinson Drive, Raleigh, NC, United States
Alexandra Arenes
Monday, September 30 @ 6pm in Kamphoefner Hall Burns Auditorium
Here is a link to more information and registration: https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/architecture-lecture-alexandra-arenes

Meeting your Design and Performance Requirements - Lunch & Learn
2024-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Meeting your Design and Performance Requirements with Pultruded Fiberglass Windows and Doors
brought to you by American Cedar & Millwork
This course will familiarize you with the basic aspects of fiberglass composites, with a specific emphasis on pultruded fiberglass. By examining the performance characteristics, durability and numerous environmental advantages of pultruded fiberglass, the course will outline the advantages of windows and doors made from pultruded fiberglass and use case studies to demonstrate applications across a wide variety of multi-family and commercial build environments where sustainability, durability and human experience are prioritized.
Learning Objectives:

Discuss how composite materials provide predictable, sustainable and superior performance characteristics over other materials.
Explain the production of fiberglass composites and the advantages of the pultrusion process from a manufacturing and environmental perspective
Identify the performance characteristics of windows and doors made from pultruded fiberglass and how they help meet the latest design trends that maximize light, air and views for building-user well-being
Discuss finishes, AAMA certification and energy efficiency for pultruded fiberglass windows and doors
Explore case studies of pultruded fiberglass windows and doors in various projects for performance, resiliency, and sustainability.

CE Credit: 1 LU/HSW
HSW Justification:
This new course is virtually identical to our PULFIBER19 which was approved for HSW designation. The learning objectives have largely remained the same but the case studies are updated and new for this version. As a composite, pultruded fiberglass is long-lasting, durable, high performing, and stable – all of which are positive aspects as a material used in windows and doors. The course content demonstrates how theses physical aspects of the windows and doors impact the well-being of the building occupants such as consistent operability of windows and doors to let in fresh air, large sizes to access views and outdoor spaces, strength of locking mechanisms for safety, and quality materials used in the window frames. Whether used in multi-family residential or other commercial buildings, newly constructed or remodeled, windows and doors made from pultruded fiberglass are resilient and provide many environmental advantages to the build environment.

ARE 5.0 Workshop Kick-Off Event
2024-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604

Barkitecture
2024-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Fenton, Cary NC, 201 Fenton Gtwy Dr, Cary, NC, 27511
Click here for all the information on Barkitecture!

Women's Leadership Summit 2024
2024-10-08 - 2024-10-10

Durham Library Building Tour
2024-10-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Durham County Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States
Vines Architecture project

Hard Hat Tour of The Weld
2024-10-09 16:00 - 18:00 | The Weld, 1000 Hammell Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

School of Architecture/AIA Triangle Join Lecture Series
2024-10-09 18:00 - 19:30 | NC State College of Design – Burns Auditorium, 2221 Katherine Stinson Drive, Raleigh, NC, United States
Gabriela Carrillo
Wednesday, October 9 @ 6pm in Kamphoefner Hall Burns Auditorium
Here is a link to more information and registration: https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/architecture-lecture-gabriela-carrillo

A Light Shining in the Woods: A Tribute to the Work of Harwell Hamilton Harris
2024-10-10 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 5101 Oak Park Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Thursday, October 10, 6:30pm
St. Giles Presbyterian Church
5101 Oak Park Road, Raleigh NC 27612
Speakers include: Kristen Hess, FAIA, Thomas Barrie, FAIA, Joe Sam Queen, AIA, and Frank Harmon, FAIA

Case Study + Site Tour: Sparq Center in Bailey Power Plant
2024-10-24 09:30 - 12:00 | Sparq Center in Bailey Power Plant, 486 N. Patterson Ave, Winston Salem, NC, 27101, United States
CASE STUDY + SITE TOUR
SPARQ CENTER IN BAILEY POWER PLANT
JOIN THE BEC-RT AND BEC-CHARLOTTE ON OCTOBER 24TH FOR THIS TWO-PART EVENT FEATURING A CASE STUDY PRESENTATION (1 CEU) AND TOUR (1 CEU) AT THE BAILEY POWER PLANT IN WINSTON SALEM.
9:30am – 10:00am : Registration & check-in
10am – 12pm : Case Study and Tour (2 CEU pending approval )
486 N. Patterson Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Registration is open now! Learn more at bec-researchtriangle.org

Missing Middle Housing
2024-10-24 13:00 - 17:00 | Blue Hill Event Center, 200 S. Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514, United States

Innovation in Mass Timber Solutions (IMTS) Conference
2024-10-28 11:00 - 2024-10-29 19:00 | Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center, 2450 Alumni Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
The Innovation in Mass Timber Solutions (IMTS) is a two-day conference that will gather experts from across industry and academia, to provide an experience that engages participants in the exploration of the development and application of mass timber and cross laminated timber. This conference provides an opportunity to bridge industry and academia to come together to develop a road map for an initiative in innovation in wood education. Featuring a field tour, expert presentations, small group activities, and discussions, IMTS will engage attendees in the exploration of the development and application of mass timber solutions.
During the field tour, participants will watch a demonstration of engineering and mechanical testing of cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels at NC State’s Constructed Facilities Lab, visit sites–including JC Raulston Arboretum–with heavy timber construction, and learn about growing timber by visiting a managed forest (Schenck Forest). This event will cater to the diverse interests of academics, architects and designers, builders, forestry professionals, industry, manufacturers, municipalities, and others.
If you are interested in submitting a poster to promote your work/projects, click here.
Credit pending.
Click here to register. (Registration closes October 13, 2024.)

Making It Easier To Meet Fire Codes
2024-10-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Making It Easier To meet Fire Codes using Value Added Engineered Wood Building Products
Earn 1 HSW CE credit
This course provides an overview of fire-rated cementitious coated OSB (FRCC OSB) sheathing for wall and roof sheathing applications in terms of its structural and performance properties, as well as its most common applications. We will also discuss the calculative method and using a combination of engineered wood to accomplish 1-hour fire rated walls
Learning Objectives:

Identify the components and understand the physical attributes of fire-rated cementitious coated OSB (FRCC OSB) sheathing
Learn how FRCC OSB sheathing can be used to meet code requirements while reducing labor costs and construction time
Become acquainted with code requirements and testing standards relevant to FRCC OSB sheathing
Demonstrate common construction applications including the calculative method relevant to FRCC OSB sheathing and other value-added engineered wood products

Virtual Design & Construction OUTSIDE THE BUILDING
2024-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Architecture and Design, 14 E Peace Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
1 LU credit available

End-of-Year EP/YAF Social
2024-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Fullsteam at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, RTP, NC, 27709, United States

Custom Components in Architecture - Dana K. Gulling
2024-11-11 18:00 - 19:30 | NC State College of Design – Burns Auditorium, 2221 Katherine Stinson Drive, Raleigh, NC, United States
School of Architecture / AIA Triangle Joint Lecture Series
Professor Dana Gulling
NC State University School of Architecture
Book release lecture and reception: Custom Components in Architecture: Strategies for Customizing Repetitive Manufacturing
Link to purchase Dana’a book: https://www.routledge.com/Custom-Components-in-Architecture-Strategies-for-Customizing-Repetitive-Manufacturing/Gulling/p/book/9781032289328?srsltid=AfmBOoqAHCqdvia4R-VYsJV8zJqjG682mXC12uSn33-5b53b3d_WEGbR
Monday, November 11 @ 6pm in Kamphoefner Hall, Burns Auditorium + Allred Gallery
Link to more information and registration: https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/architecture-lecture-dana-gulling

AIA Triangle Annual Membership Meeting
2024-11-12 17:30 - 20:30 | Peck and Plume at The Mayton, 301 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
AIA TRIANGLE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Peck and Plume at The Mayton

301 S. Academy Street | Cary, NC

Join us as we gather for our annual membership meeting and enjoy an evening of sharing, networking, and appreciation. The AIA Triangle Annual Membership Meeting & Celebration is an excellent opportunity for members to connect with each other, meet the AIA Triangle board and leadership, and network with our partners. PLEASE RSVP BY 11/1!

REGISTRATION

Deadline to register online: Tuesday, November 1st at 5:00 PM

AIA Member: $0 | Student $0

Non-member or guest of member: $40

AIA Triangle Annual Partners tickets based on partnership level:

Platinum 4 tickets | Gold 3 tickets | Silver 2 tickets | Bronze 1 ticket

Be one of the first 50 people to register and join us for a guided tour of the Downtown Cary Park at 4:30 pm.
*No refunds for this event will be granted after registration.
