AIA Baltimore/Baltimore Architecture Foundation

Morgan State SA+P Virtual Graduation Recognition Ceremony (Morgan School of Architecture + Planning)
2020-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
On Friday, May 15th at 11 am the School of Architecture + Planning is celebrating its Spring 2020 graduates with a Virtual Graduation Recognition Ceremony. Please join us in applauding their many achievements and looking forward to their future adventures!
The ceremony will last approximately an hour, and be held on Zoom.
This ceremony is being held separately from the university-wide Virtual Recognition Ceremony that will be live-streamed on May 16th at 10 am and the Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony, which has been postponed until Fall 2020 because of the COVID-19 crisis.
If you have any questions please email sap@moragn.edu
Join the SA+P Virtual Graduation Recognition Ceremony Zoom Meeting

Intellectual Empathy: Tools for Managing Difficult Dialogues
2020-05-14 13:00 - 14:00
Despite a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, many groups and organizations find that their members still have a hard time talking…

Despite a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, many groups and organizations find that their members still have a hard time talking across differences in race, class, gender, political affiliation, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or any other kind of identity. We often lack the tools to help us graciously navigate conversations like these—and so we avoid having them. We just don’t talk, even though research shows groups who share diverse viewpoints are more innovative, better at problem solving, more open to feedback, and better off in the long run.
In this workshop we will explore how avoiding conversations about difficult social issues can lead team members to feel unheard, perpetuating a cycle of misunderstanding and misinformation. Fear of “saying the wrong thing” can actually result in worse outcomes. Rather than avoiding potentially contentious conversations, we will develop stepping stones to increase awareness, mutual understanding and growth. In short, we can all benefit from diversity and inclusion. But it won’t happen by itself. We have to do our part to be the change that we want to see, by creating productive spaces for these types of conversations and learning how to effectively navigate difficult topics.
This workshop will also address communication during this time of social distancing, and navigating difficult dialogues in virtual spaces.
About the Presenter
Maureen Linker received her Ph.D. in philosophy in from the City University of New York, Graduate Center. She is currently a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Michigan– Dearborn where she has been teaching since 1997. She has published in a variety of academic journals including The Criminal Law Quarterly, Perspectives in Multicultural Education, The Journal of Argumentation, and Social Theory and Practice. Her book, Intellectual Empathy: Critical Thinking for Social Justice was published in 2015 by University of Michigan Press. The book, in its second printing, is used in a variety of courses around the U.S. and Canada including the University of Georgia, University of Northern Illinois, Villanova, Michigan State University, and the University of Victoria. According to one reviewer, “Linker’s writing style is conversational and engaging, and her impeccable integration of scholarship with compelling, multi-layered contemporary examples and case studies makes it an excellent resource for social theorists.” (Debra Jackson –Teaching Philosophy)
In addition to research and classroom teaching, Maureen has led workshops on “Diversity Fatigue,” “Navigating Difficult Dialogues,” “ Finding Common Ground through Intellectual Empathy”, and “Managing Implicit Biases” for the American Institute of Architects, the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion, the American Philosophical Association’s Teaching Philosophy Consortium, the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor School of Social Work, University of Michigan- Ann Arbor Library, and the Canton Public Library.

Equity Committee - Meeting
2020-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual meeting
The Equity Committee (former Women in Architecture/Diversity Committee) meets every 2nd Friday
Contact co-chairs for more information:
Valerie Kirkley, AIAHord Coplan Macht, Inc.vkirkley@hcm2.com
Hilary Zoretic, AIAGenslerHilary_Zoretic@gensler.com

FAR Committee Meeting
2020-05-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual meeting
FAR, The Future Architects Resource Committee, meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the AIABaltimore Gallery, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Please note, during the COVID-19 pandemic all board, committee, and individual meetings have been rescheduled as virtual meetings.
For access to the virtual meeting, please contact, Zevi Thomas at zthomas@aiabalt.com
Visit the Committee page: http://www.aiabaltimore.org/areas-of-interest/future-architects-resources/
Committee Co-chairs: Lonna Babu, AIA lbabu@ayersaintgross.com ; Emily Lodato, AIA; Emily Lodato elodato@designcollective.com

Doors Open Baltimore Committee Meeting
2020-05-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual meeting
Chair:
Chair:
Margaret De Arcangelis
Baltimore Museum of Industry
doorsopenbaltimore@gmail.com
Organizes the annual Doors Open Baltimore, a 1-day city-wide event opening doors to the public on Baltimore Architecture. Meets every 2nd Tuesday at the AIABaltimore Chapter House.

Fellows Committee Meeting
2020-05-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom call

AIA Virtual Townhall (AIA National)
2020-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
American Institute of Architects EVP/CEO Robert Ivy, FAIA and 2020 President Jane Frederick, FAIA want to hear from you. Please join your colleagues from around the country for AIA’s first member-wide Virtual Town Hall. The moderated discussion will provide an opportunity to hear firsthand about AIA initiatives and resources that ensure architects are central to society’s efforts to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and to create a healthier, safer, more equitable, and sustainable post crisis world. Space is limited, so please register today.
Free. Registration required: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5298325938968947724

ND - Walking Tour of Woodberry (MdHS)
2020-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Woodberry Kitchen, 2010 Clipper Park Rd, Baltimore, MD, United States

Part 2: Economic Impact of COVID-19 and Construction (Construct Connect + AIA/AGC))
2020-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Don’t miss this deep dive into our changing construction landscape and what to expect over the next 12 to 24 months. The expert panel of three leading North American economists will discuss how COVID-19 is already disrupting construction projects, labor, business decisions, and the supply chain. They’ll also dig into the long-term impact of the COVID-19 crisis and how it is roiling the U.S. and world economies. On a positive note, they’ll explore the growth opportunities along with the roadblocks and hurdles to an economic recovery for the construction industry.Economists include:Alex Carrick, Chief Economist, ConstructConnect Ken Simonson, Chief Economist, AGC of America Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, Chief Economist, AIAAIA LEARNING UNITSAIA members can receive 1 learning units for attending the live webcast. Members must include their AIA member number during registration. Nonmember architects and all who attend can request a certificate of completion.Course Name: Part 2: Economic Impact of COVID-19 and Construction ForecastsCourse Number: CCAIAEW052020Provider Number: 40107831
Free webinar; however, registration is required: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/[REDACTED]

Modern Cooking Technologies for the Luxury Client CEU (Subzero)
2020-05-07 13:00 - 14:00
This course educates architects and designers about the modern cooking technologies available for the luxury client – especially convection, convection steam, and induction cooking – and how they can be used to prepare food quicker that tastes better and is more nutritious.
Approved by AIA, ASID/IDCEC, NARI and NKBA for 1 hr/1 LU
Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4315876484906/WN_L591eZNJQwqbcKgkv8NdGQ

AIA’s Sustainability Agenda: A Blueprint for Preservation and Community Resilience (CivicLAB Session 4)
2020-05-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual Webinar
1.5 AIA CES HSW/LUs available
CivicLAB‘s final session is being hosted virtually for free and open to all. Gain the skills to be an advocate for the built environment.
The final in the series of four workshops aimed at fostering the next generation of leaders and advocates. This session will feature key elements from AIA’s Sustainability Agenda, and how advocacy in historic preservation positively support sustainability principles. This virtual session of CivicLAB is free, but registration is required.

Presenters
Ann Powell, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal, Ziger | Snead Architects
Tom Liebel, FAIA, LEED Fellow; Vice President, Moseley Architects

As part of AIA Baltimore’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this committee meeting is only accessible via tele-conference.
CivicLAB Session 4: The final in the series of four workshops aimed at fostering the next generation of leadership in the profession and community advocates. This session will feature key elements from AIA’s Sustainability Agenda, and how advocacy in historic preservation/adaptive re-use positively support sustainability principles. This virtual session of CivicLAB is free, but registration is required.
Presenters:
Ann Powell, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal, Ziger| Snead Architects
TomLiebel, FAIA, LEED Fellow; Vice President, MOSELEY ARCHITECTS

1.5 AIA CES HSW/LU’s available

Wednesday Windows with Ken Clark (TW Perry)
2020-05-06 13:00 - 14:00
Wednesday Windows WithKen Clark.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-6-online-aia-training-session-with-tw-perry-tickets-102188362142
Replacement Windows:Practical Considerations for the Entire Replacement Process1 Learning Unit – LU/HSW – Course #: 3LWP12
This course provides abetter understanding of the value and the positive effects of replacingout-dated windows with modern fenestration products.
After taking thiscourse you will be able to:

Identify the most common reasons for replacing windows and patio doors. Review job site concerns about historical value, energy conservation, product cost and return-on-investment.
Specify different replacement window materials. Interior and exterior construction materials directly affect long-term maintenance, initial product cost and longevity.
Understand different window types. Using the proper replacement window type will speed installation time leading to more customer satisfaction.
Review specific inspection, measuring and installation methods for different types of replacement windows and patio doors.

AIA Continuing ED: Strengthening Solutions- Structural Tech (SEI-MD)
2020-05-05 18:00 - 20:15 | 11 W Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD, United States
NEXT PRESENTATION: May 5 th, 2020

LOCATION: The Engineers Society ofBaltimore (ESB)
Garrett-Jacobs Mansion
11 West Mount Vernon Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
SCHEDULE:
6:00–7:00 PM: Registration/Social Hour
7:00–8:00 PM: Dinner/Presentation
8:00–8:15 PM: Questions
Date: May 5th,2020
Speaker: KevinPavuk
Manager, Strengthening Solutions – Structural Technologies, LLC

Presentation: “How to Repair, Modify,Maintain, and Evaluate Post-Tensioned Concrete Structures”

AIA Baltimore Board Meeting
2020-05-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Virtual meeting
As part of AIA Baltimore’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this meeting will be held via tele-conference. Information will be sent to partipants, or please contact Kathleen Lane (klane@aiabalt.com) one hour before the meeting if you have not received this.

Live tour of the Poe House
2020-05-05 12:00 - 13:00
The historic Poe House is currently closed to the public due to the COVID-19 response in Maryland, but that doesn’t mean Poe’s chamber door is closed to you online. Join us for a live virtual tour of the historic Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum, led by a real museum docent.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-virtual-tour-of-the-edgar-allan-poe-house-pay-what-you-can-tickets-102255226134?fbclid=IwAR3CMQ-J4YxBzzHtn1VxTJtEf4MEwB4gkA3FhtmauQbdNELwBmungHMPxlI

Save the Date: TOD Product Council Spring Mtng (ULI)
2020-05-05
By application only. More details to come.

AIA Baltimore EP Committee Virtual Meeting/Town Hall
2020-05-04 18:00 - 19:00
AIA Baltimore EP’s for a Virtual Town Hall: Emerging professionals; recent graduates to recently licensed professionals are welcome.

Associate AIA members, emerging profession, recent graduates — AIA Baltimore and the Emerging Professional Committee would like to hear from you! Join AIA Baltimore EP’s on Monday, May 4 for a Virtual Meeting/Town Hall to discuss along with seasoned professionals the possible implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on the future of the profession and the built environment.

Virtual Town Hall: AIA Baltimore Emerging Professionals Committee
2020-05-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual meeting
The AIA Baltimore Emerging Professionals Committee (EPs) meets every first Monday at AIA Baltimore in the lower level gallery. Please note, during the COVID-19 pandemic all board, committee, and individual meetings have been rescheduled as virtual meetings.
For access to the virtual meeting, please contact, Zevi Thomas at zthomas@aiabalt.com
More info: http://www.aiabaltimore.org/areas-of-interest/emerging-professionals/
Committee Co-chairs: Charlston Britton Jr., Assoc. AIA,

Maryland Design Council Meeting
2020-05-04 18:00 - 19:00 | AIA Maryland, 86 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

ND - Jones Falls Industry talk at Engineers Club (Baltimore Heritage/Garrett Jacobs Mansion Endowment)
2020-05-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Engineers Club, 11 W Mount Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD, United States

Beacon Awards (CREW)
2020-04-30 18:00 - 21:00 | TBD
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ULI Washington Real Estate Trends Conference (ULI)
2020-04-30 08:00 - 18:00
Agenda and Registration

Relationship & Business Development Academy (ABC)
2020-04-30 08:00 - 12:00 | ABC Baltimore, 1220 E Joppa Rd, Towson, MD, 21286, United States
$495 – $650
This is a 12 hour learning module held over three days on April 9, 23, & 30 from 8 am to noon at the ABC Greater Baltimore office.
Who should come: Business Development professionals from commercial construction primes doing business with private and public owners; sub-contractors performing commercial work; and members with services related to the commercial building industry.
Module 3, April 30 – Building a relationship and value over time

Interactions with client staff on work in progress – how to maximize and build relationships while on the job
Identifying additional influences for future work or opportunities
How to structure getting called in when the apparent “low bidder” fails to perform (either as project management or to take on the in progress work)
Learn what you should be doing outside of the job site – set a yearlong agenda for relationship building activities (marketing calendar)
Learn about and identify methods of possible support to your clients outside of the work you perform
Learn more and register

[Webinar] 2020 AIA Baltimore & BAF Spring Lecture Series 2: Unfolding
2020-04-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Webinar
This event will only be available as a webinar as part of AIA Baltimore’s and BAF’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Webinar will be available to stream via Facebook Live and Zoom.
1.5 AIA/CES LUs; LA CES PDH and APA CEUs available (LA CES provided by Maryland ASLA)

Overview
The 2020 AIA Baltimore & BAF Spring Lecture Series will explore unbuilt architecture and design work. Speakers will showcase and discuss their unbuilt, speculative, and/or dismantled work, including competitions, explorations, and research. The series will explore why projects go unrealized and create a dialogue about what could have been, what is, and what can be.
See the full calendar of lectures

Lecture 2: Unfolding
Carla Swickerath, Studio Libeskind
Seema D. Iyer, PhD, University of Baltimore
Moderator: Katie O’Meara, MICA Architectural Design
Between concept design and project realization, there is a multitude of unknowable factors that impact the outcome building projects. The architect’s role in navigating the interests of various stakeholders is to compromise, while staying true to the greater vision for the project. The architect must also consider site context and the needs of the community to achieve just and equitable outcomes.
Carla Swickerath of Studio Libeskind will explore the currents that impact architecture through the lens of four seminal projects: the rebuilding of the World Trade Center post 9/11; the 1996 extension to the Victoria and Albert Museum in London; a new museum for the Kurds in Iraq; and the iconic sky garden tower, One Madison, in the heart of Manhattan.
Seema Iyer of University of Baltimore will discuss Baltimore’s Vital Signs—the data gathered by the Baltimore Neighborhood Indicator’s Alliance that reveal key indicators that stand as major barriers to truly achieving a more just and equitable city. Importantly, community-based indicators can expose the magnitude of issues that neighborhoods face in order to help communities set clear and measurable goals towards removing barriers and improving quality of life.
This lecture will reveal why projects go unbuilt by reflecting upon lessons learned and examining data gathered through urban research, and how these factors inform future built work.

About the Speakers
Carla Swickerath, Studio Libeskind
Since joining Studio Libeskind in 1999, Carla Swickerath has gained diverse experience in cultural, civic, retail, commercial, residential and planning projects around the world. She has lead many of the Studio’s successful project teams from concept design through to completion—including the Crystals retail complex at CityCenter in Las Vegas, the Hyundai Haeundae Udong I-Park residential development in Busan, Korea, and the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco.
Ms. Swickerath has also led the complex World Trade Center redevelopment process from the initial competition phase to the present. Today, her dual management and design skills come into play as she oversees all aspects of operations at Studio Libeskind. Ms. Swickerath leads many of the Studio’s projects, coordinating the design team and consultants, liaising with clients and client’s representatives and managing project budgets and schedules.
She earned a Masters in Architecture from the University of Michigan, following undergraduate studies in English and Art History at the University of Florida. She has taught at the Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee in Berlin and University of Michigan. Carla speaks publicly on architecture, design and planning. Carla is a member of the Board of Trustees at the Van Alen Institute in New York.

Seema D. Iyer, PhD, University of Baltimore
Seema D. Iyer PhD is associate director and research assistant professor for the Jacob France Institute in the University of Baltimore’s Merrick School of Business. Dr. Iyer oversees the Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance (BNIA), which annually prepares the Vital Signs report, a compendium of quality-of-life open data for Baltimore’s neighborhoods. BNIA is part of the Urban Institute’s national partnership of sites that provide longitudinal data on demographics, housing, crime, education and sustainability. Dr. Iyer is a recognized expert on strategic planning in community development; recent projects include an Equity Analysis of Baltimore’s Capital Improvement Program, an evaluation of Baltimore Vacants to Value program and verification of work for the Baltimore Energy Initiative. Her research focuses on the role of data sharing in collaborative public innovation processes.
Dr. Iyer is also director of UB’s Real Estate and Economic Development program and teaches courses on real estate principles and local economic development. In 2019, she helped launch UB’s Real Estate Fellows Venture competition to create pathways for early-stage developers interested in working with stable, middle-market communities in Baltimore.
Prior to joining UB, Iyer served as Chief of Research & Strategic Planning for Baltimore City’s Planning Department. She holds a Ph.D. in urban and regional planning from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She earned her MA in regional science and BA in mathematics and Russian studies from the University of Pennsylvania.

COTE Developer Panel on Sustainable Projects
2020-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Varies
Rudy Schaar, AIAWhitman Requardt & Associatesrschaar@wrallp.com
Úrsula Fernández del Castillo, AIAGenslerursula_delcastillo@gensler.com
Social Media: Facebook
Promotes awareness of environmental issues and provides architects with an educational source for sustainable design. The Resiliency subcommittee is 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. Meets every 4th Tuesday at 6 pm at various locations.

COTE | R Meeting
2020-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Varies
AIA Baltimore is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: COTE + R Meeting
Time: Apr 28, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Promotes awareness of environmental issues and provides architects with an educational source for sustainable design. The Resiliency subcommittee is 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. Meets every 4th Tuesday at 6 pm at various locations.

BAF: Baltimore Architectural Research/Dead Architects Society Meeting
2020-04-27 17:30 - 18:30
As part of AIA Baltimore’s and BAF’s response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this committee meeting is only accessible via tele-conference. The call in information is only sent out via email. If you are not on the list serve for this committee reach out to BAF staff, Margaret Stella Mstella@aiabalt.com, for call in information.

Hands-On Masonry Workshop (ART/ARE)
2020-04-25 09:00 - 12:00
Belair Road Supply
7750 Pulaski Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21237, USA
Register Online: http://www.aiabaltimore.org/events/17th-annual-hands-on-masoxnry-workshop/ Join us for the 16th Annual Hands-On Masonry Workshop! This workshop allows you to work side-by-side with experienced masons. You’ll learn how to:

Mix mortar and lay-up brick and block mock-up walls
Construct window openings and corner conditions
Learn about installation of through-wall flashing, tiebacks, mortar net and weep holes

This is a great learning opportunity that will give further insight into those wall section details that you have been drawing! Coffee, bagels and donuts will be provided as well as cotton gloves. Be sure to wear appropriate shoes and work clothing for this activity. This event is indoors and will take place rain or shine. Special thanks to our host: Belair Road Supply

Bike Tour (ULI)
2020-04-25
More details to come.

Commemorative Monuments and Adaptive Use (Jackson Gilman-Forlini)
2020-04-24 13:00 - 13:30
The first in a series of virtual tours and presentations with Baltimore Heritage and the Baltimore Architecture Foundation

The Baltimore Architecture Foundation (BAF) and Baltimore Heritage present a series of 30 minute live virtual tours and presentations focusing on Baltimore architecture, preservation and history. First up is Jackson Gilman-Forlini, Historic Preservation Officer for the Baltimore City Department of General Services and BAF board member, speaking about Commemorative Monuments and Adaptive Use with a focus on the Baltimore War Memorial.
Tickets are donation based. We encourage you to give what you can to support the BAF and Baltimore Heritage. Your support helps us make up for lost tour and program revenue from COVID-19 and create more virtual programs like this.
Commemorative monuments and memorials are frequently valued for their historical significance as well as their role in representing collective memory. But despite the durable materials from which they are constructed, the symbolic meaning of commemorative structures is often impermanent, as evidenced by recent changes in public opinion toward Baltimore’s Confederate monuments. Generally, the impermanence of collective memory presents a problem for preservationists at these sites since preservation guidelines presume significance of a resource to be inherent to the building material – and therefore permanent.
Using the Baltimore War Memorial as a case-study, this talk will propose a solution to the problem of monument preservation by applying the modern principles of adaptive reuse to their management. In order to preserve the relevance and symbolic usefulness of these places, the physical markers of their symbolism must periodically be updated to reflect contemporary value-systems and ideas.
About the Presenter
Jackson Gilman-Forlini is the Historic Preservation Officer for the Baltimore City Department of General Services, where he manages the preservation of city-owned historic landmarks, including the Baltimore War Memorial. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Historic Preservation from Goucher College, where his thesis dealt with the adaptive reuse of monuments and memorials. He is frequently quoted in The Baltimore Sun and has written for Maryland Historical Magazine and the architecture blog McMansion Hell.
About the Baltimore Architecture Foundation
The Baltimore Architecture Foundation (BAF) celebrates design and the built environment. Launched in 1987, BAF encourages people to explore Baltimore architecture: to be mindful of the area’s history, and recognize Baltimore’s architectural heritage, and appreciate its design innovations.
Through its tours, lectures, educational programs for adults and kids, exhibitions, research, and publications, the BAF demonstrates how ideas are manifested in the built environment and urban design of the city.
http://baltimorearchitecture.org/
About Baltimore Heritage
Founded in 1960, Baltimore Heritage, Inc. is Baltimore’s nonprofit historic and architectural preservation organization. With a small staff, 33 volunteer board members, and a host of volunteers, we work to preserve and promote Baltimore’s historic buildings and neighborhoods.
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