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Ancient Design Principles for the Modern Day: Ancient Greece and Egypt
Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 3:00-4:00pm EST
Ancient Design Principles for the Modern Day: Ancient Greece and Egypt looks to the past in order to pave the way for a more sustainable future. In this course, we’ll investigate the design and architectural universality of these instrumental historical cultures across space and time. Explore how past relationships to color, wellness, and ecology can ignite modern designs that not only sustains future generations, but continues the legacy of timeless inspiration.
Multisensory Design: A Case Study at the Washington State School for the Blind
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 2:00-3:00pm EST
Historically, people experiencing disability have been segregated and excluded from mainstream spaces. With a majority presence of non-disabled participants in design teams, there’s often a lack of inclusive practices that address the perspectives of those with varied sensory abilities. Through a case study presentation of the Life Skills Training Center at the Washington State School for the Blind, participants will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to enhance the accessibility and inclusivity of the design process and the resulting decisions forming the built environment.
Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Evaluator Training 2025 | June 25-26
Intended for licensed architects, engineers, or certified building inspectors, this training certifies attendees as Building Evaluators in the nationally recognized Safety Assessment Program (SAP).
- June 25-26, 2025 | 12 - 4pm ET / 9am-1pm PT
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- Evaluator Field Manuals | ATC 45 | ATC 20 | Participants are responsible for purchasing these texts from ATC. They are not included in the course cost.
The program is managed by Cal OES with cooperation from professional organizations, including AIA. It utilizes volunteers and mutual aid resources to provide professional engineers, architects and certified building inspectors to assist local governments in safety evaluation of their built environment in an aftermath of a disaster. SAP is the training standard of the AIA Disaster Assistance Program, which provides leadership, advocacy, and training to architects who are interested in volunteering their professional skills in times of crisis. This workshop will teach participants to conduct rapid damage assessments of structures affected by earthquakes, wind, and water. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to consistently and safely assess structures for habitability and will receive a nationally recognized Cal OES registration ID card from the state of California.
Building a Thriving Career: Support and Strategies from the Immigrant Architects Coalition
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 1:00-2:00pm EST
This program will feature a panel discussion with authors of Prospering in the US - A Handbook for Immigrant Architects, a comprehensive guide published by the Immigrant Architect Coalition in 2024. This session will offer invaluable insights into navigating the architectural profession in the United States for immigrant architects. Panelists, who are themselves successful immigrant architects and designers, will share their experiences and practical advice on topics ranging from cultural acclimation to career development. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn directly from the contributors of this essential resource, gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities unique to immigrant architects seeking to build thriving and inclusive careers in the US. This program builds upon the mission of the Immigrant Architects Coalition to support their fellow immigrant architects through shared knowledge and mentorship.