AIA Baltimore/Baltimore Architecture Foundation

Urban Design Committee Meeting
2024-12-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-11-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | MD
The Urban Design Committee aims to improve the quality of the urban realm by promoting excellence in design, planning, and public policy in the built environment. This will be achieved through public outreach, in concert with allied community and professional groups.
UDC meets every 4th Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
Contact the committee chair for information about joining.
Co-Chairs
Griffin Sanderoff, Assoc. AIA, BCT
Eric Johnson, Druid Heights CDC

COTE|R Committee Meeting
2024-12-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-26 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-22 17:00 - 18:00 | MD
The Committee on the Environment was formed to promote the benefits of environmentally-conscious design and construction within the building professions and the community at large. We are involved in a number of projects, some in partnership with community organizations, to promote a healthier, more sustainable environment in the Baltimore region.
The AIA Baltimore Resiliency Committee joined COTE in January 2015. The subcommittee is a network of building design professionals dedicated to educating, promoting and implementing programs that help prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters within our design community and the community at large.
To join this committee, please contact co-chair:
Ben Roush, PE-ME, FPE, LEED AP BD+C, CCP, ASHRAE BEMP and BEAP: benr@fsi-engineers.com
FSi Engineers
Austen Hesler, AIA, NCARB, LFA: austenh@bctdesigngroup.com
BCT Design Group

Historic Resources Committee (HRC) Committee Meeting
2024-12-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-15 17:00 - 18:00 | MD
The Historic Resources Committee organizes events that promote the knowledge and appreciation of the restoration and adaptive use of Baltimore’s historic buildings and neighborhoods.
To join this committee, please contact co-chairs:
Ward Bucher, AIA, Encore Sustainable Architects
ward@encoresustainablearchitects.com

Patrick O’Brien, BECS (Building Envelope Consultants and Scientists)
patrick.obrien@becsmd.com

Practice Management Committee Meeting
2024-12-17 08:30 - 09:30, 2024-11-19 08:30 - 09:30 | MD
The AIA Baltimore Practice Management Committee seeks to encourage open discourse among AIA Baltimore architects, allied members, and other professional organizations to advance member understanding of practice-related issues.
These include business, ethics, construction law, taxes, human resources, marketing, and technology. In addition, the Practice Management Committee assists in organizing the annual AIA/BAF Annual Meeting.
To join this committee, please contact co-chairs:
Rosalie Tilghman, AIA: Ayers Saint Gross
Sharon Day, AIA, LEED AP: GWWO Architects

Future Architects Resources (FAR)/Kids-in-Design Committee Meeting
2024-12-11 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-11-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-10-09 17:30 - 18:30 | MD
Future Architects Resources (FAR)/Kids-in-Design Committee, serves as a vehicle for collaboration among professionals and educators towards the education of young citizens on matters affecting the built environment.
The committee is dedicated to increasing exposure among local elementary and middle school-aged students to design education and career opportunities in Architecture and Design.
Contact a committee chair for information about joining:
Lauren Meister, Assoc. AIA, Marshall Craft Associates

Portfolio Review for Baltimore Design School
2024-12-10 10:30 - 12:30 | MD
Join the Future Architects Resources (FAR) Committee for a Portfolio Review event the morning of Tuesday, December 10th at the Center for Architecture and Design. Senior architecture students from the Baltimore Design School are looking for professional input on their college admissions portfolios.
RSVP here to volunteer!
Center for Architecture and Design
100 N. Charles Street P101
Baltimore, MD 21201
10:45 – 11:45am portfolio review, “speed dating” format
11:45 – 12:30pm stay for lunch with fellow volunteers

AIA Baltimore & Baltimore Architecture Foundation Annual Meeting & Holiday Party
2024-12-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Whitehall Mill, 3300 Clipper Mill Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21211, United States
December 5, 2024
4:00 PM
REGISTER HERE
Celebrate the season with AIA Baltimore and Baltimore Architecture Foundation.
Enjoy networking with fellow professionals in the field. This event will feature delicious local fare and refreshments.
3:30PM – Doors open at the Penguin Room
4:00PM – Annual meeting followed by holiday party in Whitehall Mill Cafe
Details about parking will be sent prior to the event.

Thank you to our Event Sponsor!

Spring Lecture Series Committee Meeting
2024-12-02 12:00 - 2024-12-06 16:37, 2024-11-04 12:00 - 2024-11-08 16:37, 2024-10-07 12:00 - 2024-10-11 16:37 | MD
For more than 40 years, AIA Baltimore and the Baltimore Architecture Foundation have been pleased to present an annual lecture series devoted to design and architecture in Baltimore, thanks to the loyal support of the architecture community.
Help shape our Spring 2025 Lecture series!
Staff Liaison: Ally Lancaster alancaster@aiabalt.com

Artist Reception: David Knopp's Form + Function
2024-11-21 17:30 - 18:30 | MD
Join us at the Center for Architecture & Design (100 N Charles Street) for one last chance to see and feel six pieces from this body of work.
November 21, 2024
5:30 – 6:30 PM
During the mid-seventies David Knopp started working with plywood as his medium. It was accessible and inexpensive material to use in the self-trained process of stack lamination. As his work progressed, he discovered the linear strata inherent in the medium. Expressing movement with the “strata” became his aim.
Knopp is a lifetime Baltimore resident. His works have earned numerous awards, with one of his sculpted chairs being in the permanent collection of the American Visionary Arts Museum.
Please indicate your interest in attending the reception by completing this short RSVP form.

Happy Hour at Gensler Baltimore
2024-11-19 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Join us for a happy hour event Tuesday, November 19, hosted by Gensler Baltimore. This is a monthly event, organized by AIA Baltimore’s Emerging Professionals, but open to all! RSVPs are appreciated!

MCA
1 E Pratt Street, Suite 202
Baltimore, MD 21202
5:30 – 7:30PM

Parking and building security information will be send to registrants prior to the event.

Interested in becoming more involved?
AIA Baltimore’s Emerging Professionals Committee aims to hold monthly happy hour events at different firms, Allied member offices/showrooms, and the Center for Architecture and Design. Join EPs to network, share ideas for the committee, and learn about AIA events (such as ARE training sessions).

Lovely Lane Renovations
2024-11-19 17:30 - 18:30 | MD
Register here to join AIA Baltimore’s Historic Resources Committee for a presentation from architect Donald Kann about his work renovating Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. This event will take place within the church’s sanctuary.
Lovely Lane United Methodist Church is a c. l885 Romanesque-style church designed by renowned architect Stanford White. Historic preservation and restoration has occurred in multiple phases since 1980. This presentation will discuss the existing conditions in 1984 when presenter Donald Kann began his restoration work. It will cover the sequence of the reroofing options, planning for and completing the rehabilitation of the sanctuary interior, and planning for further rehabilitation. It will also touch on future opportunities for the church as an arts and neighborhood center.
Donald Kann is a principal in charge at Michael Graves Architecture and directs many of the firm’s large scale, multi-disciplined projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region. In addition to the Lovely Lane project, Donald has been involved in many of Baltimore’s most notable preservation or adaptive reuse projects including City Hall, Garrett Jacobs Mansion, Hebrew Orphan Asylum, Patterson Park Observatory, and many others. His work has received design and preservation awards from organizations such as AIA, Maryland Historical Trust, and Preservation Maryland. Appointed by a succession of Baltimore City mayors, he served as a Commissioner on Commission for Historical and Architectural Preservation in Baltimore City (CHAP) for 25 years, including four years as Chair of the Commission.
AIA CES 1.0 LU|HSW approved

Evolving the Design Process to Achieve Equitable Outcomes
2024-11-14 17:30 - 19:00 | MD
The Equity Commitee invites you to join Jessica Bantom, DEIB practitioner and author of Design for Identity, as she moderates a discussion with Baltimore architects on their career paths and structural barriers in pursuing careers in architecture.
Jessica Bantom is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging practitioner, interior design consultant, and speaker whose mission is to help designers increase their cultural competence so they can create in ways that honor humanity. Serving in the role of Global Leader of Equity, Diversity, and Belonging for DLR Group, Bantom is active in the design industry as an engaged advocate committed to promoting DEIB in the industry and in practice. A graduate of the University of Virginia and Marymount University, Bantom is a skilled management consultant with over 20 years of experience, a compelling speaker, and a certified facilitator and coach with a passion for enabling individuals to take actions that create meaningful outcomes for historically excluded people. You can learn more about Jessica and her book, Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World, at JessicaBantom.com.
WHEN?
November 14, 2024
5:30 – 7:00 PM
The Center for Architecture & Design
100 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD, 21201
AIA 1.0 LU
REGISTER HERE

Panelists
Calvin McCargo Jr. AIA, NOMA, NCARB

Calvin McCargo, Jr., is principal at DesignHAND Architects. He has a Master’s of Architecture degree from Morgan State University and over 19 years of experience in the architectural field. Mr. McCargo has a love and passion for architecture and people. His personal goal is to help create an accessible practice that can become a household name, known for excellent and inspiring architecture that is focused on community empowerment.
Nakita Reed, AIA, CPHC, LEED AP BD+C, NOMA
Nakita Reed is a Senior Associate at Quinn Evans and an award-winning architect with experience in the rehabilitation and sustainable reuse of historic buildings. She is a licensed architect, a LEED®-Accredited Professional, and a certified Passive House Consultant. She serves on the board of the Baltimore Architecture Foundation, is a co-chair of the Zero Net Carbon Collaboration for Existing and Heritage Buildings (ZNCC) and is host of the Tangible Remnants podcast – a podcast for lovers of existing buildings that explores the intersection of architecture, preservation, sustainability, race & gender.
Jordan Rhodes, NOMA, AIA
Jordan A. Rhodes (she/her) is a versatile professional with a background in both interior design and architecture, bringing 8 years of industry experience to her work. As an Associate and Project Architect at Ayers Saint Gross, she collaborates with mission-driven clients, particularly universities and cultural institutions, to create inspiring and functional spaces. Jordan has also served as the Professional Development Chair for the Baltimore chapter of NOMA since 2020. Jordan has a deep interest in understanding the factors that contribute to the drop-off of people of color during the path to licensure and from emerging professional to senior firm leadership. She is committed to advocating for policies that enhance belonging and retention, particularly for underrepresented minorities in the industry.
Kathleen Sherrill, AIA, NOMA, NCARB, LEED AP
Kathleen Starghill Sherrill was born and raised in Baltimore City. She is a graduate of Northwestern HS and earned a B.S. in Geography with certificates in Planning and Cartography from Towson University, in 1997, she completed a Master’s in Architecture from Morgan State University.
In 2005, Kathleen established her own firm by purchasing YCA, as a general practice in partnership with Mahendra Parekh, AIA, a former professor and mentor. With Mr. Parekh’s retirement in 2008, she has led the firm as Principal and lead designer.
As a long time member of AIA, Mrs. Sherrill has served in many roles including President of the Baltimore Chapter Board in 2012 and President of the Maryland State Chapter in 2016. In 2017, Kathleen was approached by several young architects to help with the establishment of a local chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects. She immediately accepted and served as its first president.
Learning objectives (1LU):

Describe structural barriers minority architects face in pursuing careers in architecture.
Describe inclusive strategies to support and mentor individuals throughout an organization.
Describe the complexities of social identities and biases.
Describe how relevant theories (intersectional identities, power dynamics, implicit biases) can be used to build inclusive cultures within architectural firms.

Healthier Spaces, Sustainable Places – A Panel Discussion on the State of Climate Solutions Now Act & Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards for Healthcare Facilities
2024-11-07 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Register here to join AIA Baltimore’s Health and Wellness Design Committee for an engaging evening dedicated to sustainability in healthcare. This event features a panel of experts from the healthcare and sustainability sectors, discussing how to deliver outstanding healthcare to Maryland residents within environmentally responsible spaces.
Attendees will gain insights into the Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards, established under the Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022 (SB0528). Our discussion will delve into compliance requirements, the financial implications of adhering to these standards, and both short- and long-term effects on design and construction practices.
Our respected panelists include:
Richie Stever: Vice President of Real Estate and Property Management at the University of Maryland Medical System, Mr. Stever has extensive experience in the healthcare sector, focusing on real estate, sustainability, energy conservation, and more.
Jarret Horst: Director of Project Development Services at Cushman & Wakefield and Maryland Healthcare Lead, Mr. Horst oversees a variety of projects across multiple sectors, bringing over 25 years of industry experience and a lifelong commitment to sustainability.
Stuart Kaplow: An attorney specializing in real estate and environmental law, Mr. Kaplow offers a wealth of knowledge in sustainability and green building, bolstered by his background as an environmental entrepreneur.
Zachary Berzolla, PhD: Building Decarbonization Section Head for the Maryland Department of the Environment. His work focuses on policies and programs to help all Maryland buildings achieve net zero by 2045.
Moderator
Rebecca Price: Manager for the Maryland Clean Buildings Hub at the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA). In her role, she is responsible for standing up the statutorily mandated Maryland Clean Buildings Hub, which connects building owners with the information and resources they need to make investments that reduce onsite energy use intensity and emissions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leaders in the field and explore the intersection of healthcare and sustainability!
AIA CES: 2.0LU|HSW approved
This event is sponsored by CRGA Design.

Hard Hat Tour - MacDonough Hall Renovations (US Naval Academy)
2024-11-02 10:00 - 11:30 | MD
Register here to join AIA Baltimore’s Historic Resources Committee for a tour of the renovations underway at MacDonough Hall on the campus of the US Naval Academy in Annapolis.
AIA Baltimore’s Historic Resources Committee is offering a unique opportunity to view a historically-listed building on the campus of the US Naval Academy. Originally built in 1903 as a boathouse, the 128,000 square foot, MacDonough Hall interior is being renovated as the Physical Education training center. The exterior granite walls, steel and terra cotta windows, and copper roof are being restored.
The tour will circle the Beaux Arts complex designed by Ernest Flagg, passing by the twin Dahlgren Hall and the main Bancroft Hall. We will then climb the scaffolding to see the huge stone carvings and restoration work, and finish by viewing the interior work in progress.
Tour guides will be Naomi Doddington, project manager for Consigli Construction, and Ward Bucher, Historical Architect and co-chair of AIA Baltimore’s Historic Resources Committee.
AIA CES – 1.0LU|HSW approved
Please note: This tour is intended for professionals in the AEC industries. It does include walking, stairs, and climbing scaffolding, if desired.

Young Professionals Panel and Network at Lexington Market
2024-10-29 15:00 - 18:00 | MD
Join ABC Greater Baltimore Young Leaders, AIA Baltimore Emerging Professionals & ULI Baltimore Young Leaders as we explore the trials & successes of the development & construction of a Baltimore icon, The Lexington Market.
AIA CES approved 1.0 LU
Completed in 2023, this project was a complete re-build of one of Baltimore’s favorite marketplaces. The market is a 60,000 square foot space showcasing 45+ merchants serving as a connector of Lexington Street to the rest of the city.
Register here to join this panel featuring the project’s developer, architect, and general contractor as we dive into how this iconic project came to life. This explorative panel will be a great insight into the design & construction process from start to finish for all in the AEC industry, especially those that are new & emerging professionals, so we encourage everyone to join us!
Agenda:
3:00 to 3:30 pm – Check-in, registration, visit market vendors
3:30 to 4:30 pm – Panel discussion
4:30 to 6 pm – Networking, hors d’oeuvres, beer & wine, visit market vendors
Panelists:
Jon Constable, Development Manager, Seawall Development
Chris Holler, Principal, BCT Design Group
Eric Stephenson, Project Manager, Southway Builders, Inc.
Moderated by: TBD

Doors Open Baltimore 2024
2024-10-26 10:00 - 17:00 | MD
Launched in 2014, Doors Open Baltimore, hosted by Baltimore Architecture Foundation, is an annual city-wide festival honoring Baltimore’s diverse cultural tapestry by highlighting its vibrant neighborhoods, captivating architecture, and distinctive spaces that contribute to the city’s exceptional charm.
Save the Date: Doors Open Baltimore Open House day is Saturday, October 26, 2024!
See the full list of participating sites on the Doors Open Baltimore website.

Happy Hour at Marshall Craft
2024-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Join us for a happy hour event Tuesday, October 22, hosted by Marshall Craft Associates (MCA). This is a monthly event, organized by AIA Baltimore’s Emerging Professionals, but open to all! RSVPs are appreciated!

MCA
2031 Clipper Park Road, Suite 105
Baltimore, MD 21211
5:30 – 7:30PM

Parking: Here is a map with parking options in the Clipper Mill area.

Interested in becoming more involved?
AIA Baltimore’s Emerging Professionals Committee aims to hold monthly happy hour events at different firms, Allied member offices/showrooms, and the Center for Architecture and Design. Join EPs to network, share ideas for the committee, and learn about AIA events (such as ARE training sessions).

Excellence in Design Awards Ceremony and Reception
2024-10-18 18:00 - 21:00 | MD
Join us in celebrating the architectural and design community at the 2024 AIA Baltimore & BAF Excellence in Design Awards. The Excellence in Design Awards promotes AIA Baltimore architects, as well as project contractors, consultants, and owners and recognizes Baltimore Architecture Foundation Golden Griffin and Roger Redden Award recipients who have contributed significantly to Baltimore’s built environment.
Enjoy networking with fellow professionals in the field at the Chesapeake Shakespeare Theatre. This event will be followed by a reception featuring delicious local fare and an open bar.
Purchase tickets here.
Attire: Creative Festive: dress to show off your design creativity and celebrate the night’s winners!
Agenda:
5:00 pm – Doors Open – Check-in
OPTIONAL Tour of Chesapeake Shakespeare Theatre (space is limited, please RSVP by adding the tour to your registration at checkout)
6:00 pm- Awards Ceremony
7:30 – 9:00 pm Reception

Doors Open Baltimore 2024 Kick-off Event
2024-10-02 18:00 - 19:00 | MD
Baltimore Architecture Foundation and partner Baltimore Heritage are shaking up the Doors Open kick-off event. Join us for a casual evening of storytelling showcasing a variety of voices, perspectives, and special places in Baltimore as we take our letter writing campaign to the stage in the inaugural Love Letters Live!
Hosted by the Hotel Ulysses in their Ash Bar, the event will include light fare and wine.
RSVPs appreciated but not required! RSVP here.
Speakers include:
Lashelle R. Bynum, freelance photographer and owner of Ladornia Photography, is a lifelong Baltimorean and has over 15 years of talent as a photographer in architectural documentation, wedding photography, fashion photography and various events. Lashelle challenges the viewer to look beyond what the naked eye sees and the question, “Do you see what I see?” Her work has been featured in a one-woman art exhibit at Eubie Blake Cultural Center (two years in a row) and Enoch Pratt Library (African-American section) She was also featured in ” The Writing On The Wall” a 6-page article in Baltimore’s STYLE magazine 20th Anniversary issue February 2009. She is on the board of the Friends of the Ships Caulkers’ Houses and Baltimore Heritage.

Tom Liebel, FAIA, LEED Fellow is a Vice-President with Moseley Architects, where he leads their Multifamily Housing Studio Tom has been involved in integrating sustainable design principles into a variety of ground-breaking adaptive use and historic preservation projects over the past twenty years, with these projects recognized with multiple awards for design, smart growth, sustainable design and historic preservation. Tom led the recent efforts to rehabilitate the exterior plaza at the iconic, Mies van der Rohe-designed, Highfield House.
Elevated to Fellowship to both the AIA and USGBC in 2011, Tom is involved in ongoing research exploring the relationship between sustainability, preservation and urban design, with a particular emphasis in the use of urban adaptive use projects to promote neighborhood revitalization and civic engagement.
Tom served two terms as Chair the Maryland Green Building Council and chaired Baltimore City’s Commission on Historical and Architectural Preservation for a decade, serves on the Maryland Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, the Baltimore County Landmarks Preservation Commission, and served as the 2020 Moderator for the American Institute of Architect’s Strategic Council.

A native Baltimorean, Patrick Fava received his undergraduate and Master of Architecture from Montana State University. Upon the completion of his degrees, he moved back to the city he loves to practice architecture. With 12 years and counting at GWWO Architects, Patrick is firmly planted in the Baltimore architecture community. As an associate at GWWO Architects, Patrick leads the graphics and fabrication department and works closely with the senior management team on new project acquisitions. Additionally Patrick provides creative direction for all the firm’s project photography providing a great insight to the bookends of each project, from concept to completion.
Outside of the office, Patrick spends much of his time working on renovating his 1880’s rowhouse, as he has done for the last 10 years. President of the Maryland School for the Deaf Foundation for the past 4 years, Patrick leads the Board of Directors to advance opportunities for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in the state of Maryland.

Meg Fairfax Fielding is not an architect by training, she’s “architect adjacent.” She is doing a deep dive on Palmer & Lamdin properties in and around Baltimore, as well as searching out 18th century brick churches along the Chesapeake Bay. By day, she is the head of the History of Maryland Medicine at MedChi, which was founded in 1799. She spends time searching out esoteric medical facts, caring for the collection of rare books, the oldest of which was published in 1567, and curating the collections at the recently opened medical museum there. On weekends, you might find her at an old country auction searching out treasures, or spending time with her Jack Russel, named Jane Russell. Follow her adventures on Instagram at Figue_the_Pup.
