Summer School
Aug
5
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

August 5

Course: How to Intelligently Visualize the Build World® with Above| Below-Ground Data| Your Secret Weapon: Digital Twins for Small Firms

Speakers: Existing Conditions

 

DESCRIPTION: The goal of this presentation is to understand the importance of private locating, learn industry insights into underground utility strikes, and understand the value of concrete scanning before drilling. Attendees will better understand the standard operating procedures of GPRS, and the importance of the various tools and technologies used on our job sites.

This session addresses the unique challenges faced by small architecture firms in documenting existing building conditions, emphasizing the important role of accurate documentation in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants. Small firms often rely on DIY methods due to limited staff and resources, which can lead to inaccuracies that compromise building safety and occupant well-being. This interactive presentation will examine how professional documentation services like advanced 3D laser scanning, CAD, and BIM and can mitigate these risks. By comparing DIY approaches with professional services, you will understand how precise documentation contributes to safer, more reliable building designs

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Aug
10
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Summer School
Aug
12
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

August 12

Course: Durable & Resilient Retrofits – Solving with stone wool insulation| Understanding Advancing WallSystem Design around Continuous Insulation

Speakers: Rockwool

DESCRIPTION: Globally, existing buildings account for approximately 30% of final energy demand and CO2emissions. Typical renovation rates are 1-2% of the building stock per year, with an average energy use intensity (EUI) reduction of less than 15%.

However, to reach sustainable development and climate targets, EUI reductions should be between 30-50%.In addition to energy and emissions conservations, building retrofits improve occupant health and comfort. In many cases, existing buildings are poorly insulated and leaky, resulting in excess heat loss and reducedthermal comfort. Mechanical systems are often outdated and inefficient, requiring consistent maintenance. With spending most of our time indoors, indoor health and comfort can be a priceless attribute that can becrucial for building renewal investment. This course will review core concepts to consider when implementingenergy conservation measures through retrofit & renovation; Three unique case studies are provided to highlight the complexity of renovations and look at the ever-present challenges of extreme weather events.

This one hour educational session will cover the latest in building enclosure technology for energy efficient buildings. Presented by one of North America's leading manufacturers of insulation, A ROCKWOOLRepresentative will provide an in-depth discussion of emerging wall that provide durable, cost effective and thermally efficient performance. Recent building and energy code changes will be reviewed including an opportunity to discuss solutions to meet these more stringent requirements. Current building science research and field monitoring information will be presented, demonstrating how insulation materials perform under different climatic conditions and how R-values change with time and season. Strategies to construct highly insulated wall assemblies and avoid thermal bridging will be presented, The seminar will cover all building types and construction materials, with a few highlights and lessons learned from building science researchers

AIA credits – 2 AIA HSW PDH

 

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Aug
23
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Tour - Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
Sep
6
12:45 PM12:45

Tour - Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center at Hudson Valley Shakespeare

Date: Saturday September 6, 2025
Time: 12:45 – 1pm | Arrive at meeting point
1 – 2 pm | Welcome, introductions, and guided hard hat tour
2pm | Octave
Guests are welcome to remain on the property after the performance. 
Venue: Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
CEU: 1 AIA HSW PDF

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Join Teo Quintana, Senior Project Leader at Studio Gang, and Kendra Ekelund, Managing Director of Hudson Valley Shakespeare, for a hard hat tour of the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center, which is currently under construction in Garrison, NY. Overlooking the Hudson Highlands, the new theater is designed to enhance functionality and elevate the theatrical experience by bringing architecture and nature together. A curved, timber-framed roof structure extends the performance season and creates a visual dialogue with the surrounding ridgelines, while the stage’s proscenium arch is oriented to frame picturesque views that become a natural backdrop for performances. The design also provides greater versatility for actors, audiences, and back-of-house operations through improved rehearsal, performance, and amenity spaces; expanded accessibility; and technical additions that offer new opportunities for HVS productions. The theater’s mass timber structure and cladding, as well as the revitalization of the surrounding landscape, are among several sustainability features that will help it become the first purpose-built open-air theater to achieve LEED Platinum certification in the United States.  

The tour will be followed by the matinee performance of Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s Octet, a hauntingly original new musical by Dave Malloy about members of an addiction support group searching for human connection in the digital age. Featuring rich harmonies and intricate vocal arrangements, Octet finds compelling human drama in our middle-of-the-night anxieties about the impact of technology on the nature of our relationships.

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Happy Hour
Sep
12
5:30 PM17:30

Happy Hour

Date: Friday, September 12, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm till whenever
Venue: TBD
Price: FREE - Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Ready to kick back and let loose after a busy week? We're throwing a happy hour, and you’re all invited!

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Sep
14
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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AIAWHV Annual Meeting
Sep
17
5:00 PM17:00

AIAWHV Annual Meeting

Date: Wednesday September 17, 2025
Time: TBD
Venue: TBD
CEU: 2 AIA

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

You're Invited: 2025 Annual Meeting – September 17
Please join us for this year’s Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 17. The evening will include Board of Directors voting and an engaging lecture program, offering both insight and inspiration.

We look forward to your participation in this important gathering of our professional community.

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COTE-versations Disassemble to Reimagine: Circular Construction in Practice
Sep
26
12:00 PM12:00

COTE-versations Disassemble to Reimagine: Circular Construction in Practice

COTE-versations

Date: September 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm
Format: Zoom (1 hour)
Cost: AIA/Associate AIA/Students Free, Non member $10
Registration Required to receive Zoom link
AIA Credit: 1 AIA HSW PDF



Today’s architects are reimagining not just what we build - but what we unbuild too. As embodied carbon becomes a central design concern, circular strategies like material salvage, deconstruction, and innovative reuse are becoming vital to sustainable practice. This session explores how both interiors and exteriors can become sources of carbon savings through careful disassembly, creative reuse, and next-generation building materials. Featuring real project examples and technical innovations, join us for an open conversation on how to shift the industry from extractive to circular thinking - one project at a time.

Learning Objectives

Identify circular design strategies—such as deconstruction, material salvage, and reuse- that reduce embodied carbon.

Evaluate the performance and sustainability impact of emerging low-carbon and recycled-content materials.

Explore how circularity can be applied across both interiors and exteriors to enhance project outcomes.

Discuss how policy, procurement, and collaboration can support and scale material reuse and deconstruction in practice.

Gretchen Worth
Gretchen Worth is the Director of the Susan Christopherson Center for Community Planning, which helps New York communities build more equitable, climate-resilient environments. She co-founded CR0WD, a network advancing circular construction and reuse. Gretchen holds degrees in journalism, historic preservation planning, and global development. She also serves on the board of Restoration Works International and advises the Southeast Asian Cultural Heritage Alliance.

Felix Heisel
Felix Heisel is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Circular Construction Lab at Cornell University, where he leads research on sustainable, circular design. He is a licensed architect in Germany and partner at 2hs Architekten, and his work explores buildings as material depots for future reuse. Heisel has published widely on circular construction and has taught internationally at institutions like ETH Zürich, Harvard GSD, and the Future Cities Lab in Singapore

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Sep
27
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Oct
12
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Oct
25
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Nov
6
4:30 PM16:30

Celebration of Architecture

  • Westchester Community College - Gateway Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

AIAWHV 2025 Design Awards & Holiday Celebration

We are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and community at the 2024 Design Awards & Holiday Celebration! This prestigious event brings together the brightest minds and most creative talents in the world of design and innovation. In addition to honoring excellence, we will also be recognizing the outstanding contributions of local visionaries through the AIAWHV Community Design Awards.

Date: Friday, November 6, 2025
Venue: Westchester Community College – The Gateway Center for an evening of inspiration and celebration. The Gateway Center is located on the Valhalla campus of Westchester Community College.  The closest campus entrance is the East Gate entrance off route 100C.  You will see the building immediately ahead as you enter campus.  Parking for the event is in lot 11.  For further details and a campus map, please see the college’s website: Maps & Directions - SUNY Westchester Community College
Cost: TBD

What to expect:

  • 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM: Exclusive Building Tour (1 AIA CEU)
    Kick off the event with a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the most architecturally impressive structures in the area. Learn about the innovative design and sustainable features of The Gateway Center, and earn a continuing education unit while you explore.

  • 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM: Cocktail Reception
    Enjoy an elegant cocktail reception complete with a selection of delicious hors d’oeuvres, complemented by beer, wine, and soft drinks. This is a perfect opportunity to network with fellow design enthusiasts, professionals, and innovators in a relaxed and festive atmosphere.

  • 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Awards Ceremony
    The main event! Gather as we present the 2024 Design Awards, recognizing groundbreaking work that pushes the boundaries of creativity, sustainability, and functionality. We’ll also be celebrating the winners of the AIAWHV Community Design Awards, highlighting the local projects that have made a lasting impact on the community.

This is not just an awards ceremony—it’s a celebration of design, innovation, and the power of creativity to transform the world around us. We can’t wait to share this special evening with you!

 
 
 

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Nov
9
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Nov
22
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Happy Hour
Dec
11
5:30 PM17:30

Happy Hour

Date:  Thursday, June 12, 2024
Time:  5:30 pm till whenever
Venue:  TBD
Price:  FREE - Includes appetizers, drinks on your own. Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out for the lights and the cheer as we celebrate the great year we've had with our peers!

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Dec
14
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Dec
27
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Summer School
Jul
29
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

July 29

Course: Natural Stone and Green Design and Why Chose Natural Stone
Speakers: UMI Stone


DESCRIPTION: This presentation aims to explain how natural stone aligns with the Green movement. The stone industry continues to reduce environmental impacts through technology advancements and responsible manufacturing and shipping processes. We will discuss historical uses of natural stone that have stood the test of time. You will see examples of how key characteristics of stone, such as its life cycle and carbon footprint, satisfy elements of green building standards.
With so many building materials on the market today, this course will remind you why architects and designers keep choosing natural stone for their projects. 

AIA credits – 2 AIA HSW PDH

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Jul
26
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Summer School
Jul
22
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
PDate: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

July 22

Course: Range of Rainscreens and Durable for Steep Pitched Roof Assemblies
Though there are a lot of options for designing a high-performance wall system, incorporating a rainscreen offers the best opportunity to ensure proper drainage and drying. But which type of rainscreen goes best with each project? 
When considering steep-pitched roof systems, we often think about how weather and climate factors impact the roof itself. But what’s underneath—and how the entire system works together—also plays a key role in dealing with environmental challenges.

Speakers: Benjamin Obdyke

 

DESCRIPTION:

AIA credits –2 AIA HSW PDH

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AIAWHV Summer Gathering
Jul
20
4:00 PM16:00

AIAWHV Summer Gathering

Date:  July 20, 2025
Time:  4:000pm - 6:00pm
Venue:  Obercreek Brewery, 59 Marlorville Road, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
CEU: 1 AIA HSW PDF
Price:  FREE  Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

The Obercreek Brewing company is renovating ( aprox .25 mile from the existing location), to two existing Obercreek historic dairy and calving barns .  The buildings are redesigned for adaptive re-use for beer production,  gathering / eating spaces, and tasting room. The barns will be OSHA compliant and upgraded to meet all Accessibility, Acoustic, Code, Energy, and MEP requirements.

During this mid construction tour River Architects , ( James Hartford & team), and owners Alex Reese & Alison Spear AIA,  will discuss the design and construction strategies of the two barn buildings,  various spaces , and park-like parking areas and promenade to repurpose the site and buildings  for modern beer production,  indoor and outdoor  gathering spaces and vehicular access.

Discussions will include neighboring Wetland constraints, discovery of historic artifacts on the site and strategies employed to work around these areas , ADA requirements , SHPO historic requirements , recycled and repurposed materials, new mechanical and brewing systems, fenestration, vehicular and fire lane access.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

Exploring adaptive re-use aspects

Identify SHPO (State Historic Preservation Office), requirements

Understanding accessibility requirements

Comparing various MEP systems – Geothermal vs Forced Air Systems

Discussion of recycled and re-purposed materials including wood, concrete, metals

Environmental issues : site constraints , wetlands, historic artifacts

Join AIAWHV Board Members and co-hosts Alison Spear, AIA and Celia Imrey, AIA and for a summer meet-and-greet with the creatives shaping Putnam and Dutchess Counties! Whether you live, work, or are simply curious about the region, this is a great opportunity to discover local resources, upcoming events, and connect with fellow AIAWHV members and industry professionals. Enjoy light bites and cocktails while networking with the vibrant design community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Discover Obercreek Brewing Company
Tucked away on a beautiful Hudson Valley farm, Obercreek Brewing offers small-batch, thoughtfully crafted beers in a relaxed, scenic setting. Enjoy fresh air, great conversation, and a rotating selection of unique brews—often alongside local food trucks. It’s the perfect spot to connect with friends and fellow members while supporting a beloved local business.

 
 
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Latinos in Architecture  - Zoom Lecture Series
Jul
17
1:00 PM13:00

Latinos in Architecture - Zoom Lecture Series

AIAWHV 2025 Latinos in Architecture
The work of Javier de la Garza, AIA

Únase a nosotros para conectarse y establecer contactos con otros arquitectos.

Date:  July 17, 2025
Time:  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
CEU: 1 AIA PDH
Venue: Zoom
Price:  AIA $10, Associate AIA Free, Non member $10, Registration Required.

Javier de la Garza, AIA, founded his firm, DE LA GARZA ARCHITECTURE LLC (DLGA) in 2007 with a focus on a holistic approach that integrates design, architecture and project management. 

In this presentation, Javier will share two distinct projects, a medical beauty studio in Brooklyn, NY, and a townhouse development in Westchester County.  For each he will share insights into the design process with a focus on client inquiry, investigation, creative vision, and team collaboration.

Learning objectives:

Following this presentation participants will be able to:

•          Understand the critical relation between creative vision and successful project outcomes.

•          Outline the importance of addressing architectural and project management concerns early in the design process

•          Identify methods to bring creatively adjust designs to meet a client’s budget and schedule

•          Understand the need for clear communication between team members to address challenges

Connect and network with fellow AIAWHV members!

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Summer School
Jul
15
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

July 15

Course: Deflection and Performance Considerations In Residential Wood- Framed Floor Design

Speakers: Weyenhauser

 

DESCRIPTION: In this course, we will discuss how a floor's overall performance is more than just looking at how much the joist deflects. We will look at how different floor coverings demand different deflection requirements as well as differential deflection between joists. If you've struggled with picking the right floor system for a discriminating buyer, this course is for you. Recognize that typical span charts and conventional static deflection criteria don't always prevent performance issues. We will discuss common floor system issues. We will also explore field problems and possible solutions.

AIA credits – 2 AIA HSW PDH

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Jul
13
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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EP Happy Hour
Jul
10
5:30 PM17:30

EP Happy Hour

Date:  Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time:  5:30pm - 8:00pm
Venue:  The Blazer Pub 440 NY-22, North Salem, NY 10560
Price:  FREE  Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Network with fellow Emerging Professionals as we discuss the Beyond the Blueprint topic: Alternative Paths in the Architecture and Design Industry. Share a drink and also some inspiring words from local mentors and career stories from leaders in our industry.

Schedule

5:30-6:30PM - Emerging Professionals Mingling 

6:30-7:00PM - Welcome Mentors

7:00-8:00PM - Connect with each other and Enjoy!

 

TWO TALL TREES

Ring’s End is a family-owned building supply and home improvement company serving the Northeast since 1902. Known for high-quality lumber, windows, doors, paint, and millwork, they offer expert design services for professionals and homeowners alike. With 30+ locations, they combine trusted brands like TimberHP with personalized service to help bring any project to life.

TimberHP is a Maine‑based innovator, producing high-performance, carbon‑negative wood fiber insulation made from abundant local timber heir versatile lineup—TimberBatt, TimberFill, and upcoming TimberBoard—offers exceptional thermal, acoustic, and moisture management benefits, while using renewable, safe, non‑toxic materials. For eco‑conscious builders and homeowners who value sustainability, TimberHP stands out—much like Ring’s End does in building supplies—by offering premium, responsible solutions to fuel green renovations.

Two Tall Trees Design is a design collective working on residential architecture, interiors, and landscapes, translating clients’ visions into thoughtful, site-sensitive spaces throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic. Their work emphasizes cohesive storytelling—melding structure, landscape, and lifestyle.

 

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FREE Webinar - Seismic Requirements in Suspended Ceiling Design
Jul
10
3:00 PM15:00

FREE Webinar - Seismic Requirements in Suspended Ceiling Design

AIAU PRESENTATION
Seismic Requirements in Suspended Ceiling Design

Description

Thursday, July 10, 2025  |  3:00-4:00pm EST

Seismic design relies on building project requirements that provide life safety to occupants and maintain building function during and after an earthquake. Failure of these components in an earthquake has the potential to cause harm, block egress and impede rescue efforts and can disrupt the building’s function. The basic objectives of seismic design for nonstructural components are to provide life safety, minimize property loss and prevent functional loss. This course examines the history of seismic design, seismic design categories A-F, designing suspended ceiling systems, local/international building code requirements, and more.

Learning Objectives

Explore the use of data and technology to create better buildings focused on seismic requirements.

Describe the variables such as building types, soil conditions and geographical areas.

Understand the different effects between geographical locations and the related seismic categories (A-B), (C) and (D-E-F).

Share ceiling installation requirements for different seismic category designs.

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Summer School
Jul
8
5:30 PM17:30

Summer School

Date: Tuesday nights through July and August
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, includes dinner
Price:  AIA $30 / Assoc AIA $25 / Non Member $40 - At checkout you can purchase mutliple tickets/nights, include dates of sessions attending. Discount if purchase all 6 Sessions
Credits: 2 AIA (see below for HSW seminars)
ALL CLASSES SAME TIME SAME LOCATION 
Venue: Rockman Windows & Doors, 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523
Join us for our Summer School Sessions! Each evening features an independent seminar, and you can enjoy a discount if you sign up for all sessions. Network with peers, gain new insights, and enjoy provided refreshments.

July 7

Course: Roof Preservation: A Sustainable Option and Traffic Coatings: PMMA/PUMA Technology

Speakers: Tremco

 

DESCRIPTION: This course is a discussion about extending the service life of an existing roof through restoration. We will explore the options and materials available and identify which types of roofing systems are best candidates for roof restoration

This course provides an overview of PMMA/PUMA technologies used in the construction industry. It highlights their key physical properties and the performance benefits they offer to end users. The presentation also covers typical installation procedures for common applications, including vehicular coatings and below-grade waterproofing.

AIA credits – 2 AIA HSW PDH

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Tour - Designing Connection: A Journey Through Space and Site - Saugerties,
Jun
26
4:00 PM16:00

Tour - Designing Connection: A Journey Through Space and Site - Saugerties,

Sponsored by:

Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Saugerties, NY 12477
Credits: 2 AIA HSW PDH

Parking is limited at the property and can accommodate only 8 cars on site. We are looking for volunteers willing to carpool and drive a few fellow enthusiasts to the private residence. If you’re interested, please check the box to sign up as a driver! After ticketing closes, we’ll send additional details, group attendees accordingly, and provide drivers with the address of the residence.

Cost:   
     Associate Members - $30
     AIA Members - $50
     Non-Members - $75

Schedule:

4:00 – 4:30 PM | Arrive at the meeting point and carpool to the house.

4:30 – 6:30 PM | Welcome, introductions, and guided tour of the home and property.

6:30 – 7:30 PM | Light refreshments and continued conversation, generously provided by Marvin.

Description: 

Join Marica McKeel, AIA, principal of Studio MM for a tour of the firm’s IRIE House project in Ulster County.  Organized along a singular axis that extends from interior to exterior, the house is composed of three distinct volumes. The main house includes an expansive main suite, a sunken living room and a screen porch for summer evenings. A covered walkway stretching along the main axis leads to the art studio, gym and guest suite, and then continues to the carport and garage. Created for a couple that works from home, but who enjoy spending time together, the house is designed with multiple outdoor spaces in which they can come together for morning coffee or an evening cocktail. This session explores how a clear client vision, strong site orientation and thoughtful architectural design can result in a unique and lasting home.

Learning Objectives:
1. Analyze how a linear floor plan with a strong central axis can encourage movement, promote connection and create privacy.
2. Evaluate strategies for maximizing indoor-outdoor relationships through the use of site orientation, glazing, courtyards, and multiple outdoor spaces that have distinct relationships with the site.
3. Understand the importance of designing to client lifestyle and identity—such as incorporating specialized spaces like art studios, home gyms, and functional laundry rooms—in creating personalized and enduring homes.
4. Examine how the use of millwork and other built-in elements can create functionality, privacy, and spatial division and hierarchy, while retaining the spirit of an open plan home. 

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Jun
21
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

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The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

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Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Happy Hour
Jun
17
5:30 PM17:30

Happy Hour

Date:  Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Time:  5:30 pm till whenever
Venue:  210 Saw Mill River Road Elmsford, NY 10523
Price:  FREE - Includes appetizers, drinks on your own. Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out to network with fellow professionals!. It's the perfect way to unwind after work and make new connections. See you there!

Collado Engineering is a full-service consulting engineering firm based in White Plains, NY, specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) systems. Founded in 1999, the firm is renowned for delivering value-driven solutions tailored to the unique needs of each project. With a "Quality First" culture, Collado Engineering emphasizes collaboration with architects, owners, and end-users to achieve optimal outcomes. Their diverse portfolio spans educational institutions, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, and corporate spaces, showcasing their expertise in creating efficient, sustainable, and innovative designs.

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Jun
8
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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COTE-versations Creating Livable Communities in Our Towns
May
30
12:00 PM12:00

COTE-versations Creating Livable Communities in Our Towns

COTE-versations Creating Livable Communities in Our Towns

Date: May 30, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm
Format: Zoom (1 hour)
Cost: AIA $5, Associate AIA/Students Free, Non member $10
Registration Required to receive Zoom link
AIA Credit: 1 AIA HSW PDF

This event explores how local communities can make meaningful progress towards sustainability and resilience through a bottom-up approach. How can architects guide communities, municipalities, and organizations toward building stronger, more sustainable towns? Together, we’ll discuss how strong towns, public transit, walkability, and shared values can bring us closer to a better future, and how this can be done in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

1. Understand the principles of a bottom-up approach to sustainability and resilience in local communities.
2 Identify key strategies architects can use to guide municipalities and organizations toward building stronger, more sustainable towns.
3 Examine how concepts like strong towns, public transit, and walkability can be applied in the Westchester and Hudson Valley regions.
4 Discuss the role of shared values in creating more connected and resilient communities.

Lissette Mendez-Boyer is a Studio Design Leader for the Cities and Communities practice at HKS. With over 20 years of experience, she has led various architectural and urban design projects, including healthcare, mixed-use, campus planning, and educational and cultural facilities. As an architect and urban designer, Lissette is deeply committed to advancing healthy, sustainable, and equitable planning strategies and architectural solutions.

She earned her Bachelor of Architecture from the City College of New York’s School of Architecture and holds a Master of Architecture in Urban Design from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design. A resident of Westchester County, Lissette also serves on the Village of Tarrytown’s Planning Board.


Nikola Gjurchinoski - Nikola is an architect and researcher focused on connecting research with practice to improve how the built environment supports people’s health and experience. He works as an architect in the Research Team at HKS Architects, helping to bridge the gap between research and practice with a focus on translating research insights into design. His work combines design, research methods, and data analytics to understand and shape the relationship between people, place, and the planet. Nikola has contributed to initiatives at the intersection of housing and health, including the development of a conceptual framework for healthy and resilient communities “Community-BLOC,” as well as FDA’s Home as a Healthcare Hub initiative that aims to reimagine the home environment as an integral part of the health care system

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
May
24
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Latinos in Architecture
May
22
5:00 PM17:00

Latinos in Architecture

AIAWHV 2025 Latinos in Architecture

Únase a nosotros para conectarse y establecer contactos con otros arquitectos.

Date:  May 22, 2025
Time:  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Venue: Zoom
Price:  FREE, Registration Required.

Come be part of the vibrant conversation with the Latinos in Architecture group as we continue exploring our stories, our impact, and our future in the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student, or just passionate about architecture and community, this is the place to connect, inspire, and be inspired. Let’s build more than just structures—let’s build a legacy together! 

AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Latinos en Arquitectura es promover, informar y enriquecer acerca de la cultura latina – por medio de la arquitectura, arte, cocina, música e idioma – enriqueciendo la comunidad de arquitectura, y brindar oportunidades de desarrollo professional. 

AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Latinos in Architecture aims to promote, inform, and enrich the understanding of Latino culture through architecture, art, cuisine, music, and language, enriching the architecture community and providing professional development opportunities. 

Connect and network with fellow AIAWHV members!

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
May
11
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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AIAWHV Golf Outing Scholarship Fundraiser
May
6
10:30 AM10:30

AIAWHV Golf Outing Scholarship Fundraiser

GOLFERS - SOLD OUT

Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Glen Arbor Golf Club

234 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Schedule
10:30AM - Registration
11:30AM - Brunch
1:00PM - Golf Shotgun Start
4:00PM - Golf Clinic Start
5:30PM - Scholarship Awards Dinner

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ENDS APRIL 14TH
$395 AIA member/ Professional Affiliates - after April 14 $420
$425 Non-members - after April 14th $450

What’s included
Shamble Format, Caddy Fees Included (Gratuity Not Included)
Driving Range and Cart
Brunch, Reception, and Dinner

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES- see Golf Outing Flyer for details

$3,500 Golf Outing Sponsor
$1,750 Cocktail Hour Sponsor
$1,000 On-Course Beverage Station Sponsor
$ 750 19th Hole Sponsor
$ 600 Golf Clinic Sponsor
$ 600 Prize Hole Sponsor
$ 500 Driving Range Sponsor
$ 400 Hole Sponsor

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FREE Webinar - Economic Update Q2 2025 ABI Insights
May
1
2:00 PM14:00

FREE Webinar - Economic Update Q2 2025 ABI Insights

AIAU PRESENTATION
Economic Update Q2 2025 ABI Insights

Thursday, May 1, 2025  |  2:00-3:00pm ET
1 AIA HSW credit

Join AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, and AIA President Evelyn Lee, FAIA, NOMA, for our quarterly conversation about the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI). The ABI is a leading monthly economic indicator that uses proprietary AIA data to predict nonresidential construction activity 9–12 months ahead. Get ahead of emerging challenges and opportunities and inform your strategic planning with key insights into the industry’s latest economic data and trends.

Learning Objetives

Explore the use of data and technology to create better buildings focused on seismic requirements.

Describe the variables such as building types, soil conditions and geographical areas.

Understand the different effects between geographical locations and the related seismic categories (A-B), (C) and (D-E-F).

Share ceiling installation requirements for different seismic category designs.

This free live course is brought to you through a partnership with Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope. By registering for this course, you grant AIA permission to share your name and email address with Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope. 

Link to register https://aiau.aia.org/course/details/economic-update-q2-2025-abi-insights

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Apr
26
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Latinos in Architecture
Apr
24
5:00 PM17:00

Latinos in Architecture

AIAWHV 2025 Latinos in Architecture

Únase a nosotros para conectarse y establecer contactos con otros arquitectos.

Date:  April 24, 2025

Time:  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Venue: Zoom

Price:  FREE, Registration Required.

AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Latinos en Arquitectura es promover, informar y enriquecer acerca de la cultura latina – por medio de la arquitectura, arte, cocina, música e idioma – enriqueciendo la comunidad de arquitectura, y brindar oportunidades de desarrollo professional. 

AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Latinos in Architecture aims to promote, inform, and enrich the understanding of Latino culture through architecture, art, cuisine, music, and language, enriching the architecture community and providing professional development opportunities. 

Connect and network with fellow AIAWHV members!

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Happy Hour
Apr
17
5:30 PM17:30

Happy Hour

Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm till whenever
Venue: The Raconteur Bar and Kitchen, 10 Marble Ave, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Price: FREE - Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out to network with fellow professionals, enjoy a game of Bingo, and get a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. It's the perfect way to unwind after work and make new connections. See you there!

Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors is an award-winning integrated full-service architecture and interior design firm located in Bedford, NY. From luxurious modern retreats to urban high-rise living, the firm’s design projects span the tri-state area and beyond. Carol Kurth, FAIA, ASID, and her talented team create distinctive and welcoming architecture and interior spaces. The firm’s multidisciplinary design approach is inspired by the creative process, developing unique solutions for their clients. Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors is honored to have been named one of the top architecture + interior design firms in Westchester. Carol Kurth, FAIA, ASID, is a licensed architect and interior designer and principal of Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors.

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A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session
Apr
13
2:00 PM14:00

A.R.E. | Q + A Study Session

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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Beyond the Blueprint Series
Apr
6
2:30 PM14:30

Beyond the Blueprint Series

Brought to you by the AIA WHV Emerging Professionals Committee

A Special Thank you to our Annual Mentorship Sponsor:

 
 

Date: April 6 2:30 pm- 3:30 pm

Format: Zoom (1 hour)

Cost: Free, Registration Required to receive Zoom link

Schedule: 

  • 2:30-2:40 Intro- Attendees and Speakers (10 min)

  • 2:40-3:00 Alternative Paths to Architecture: Licensure without a B.Arch (Cindy Presentation- 20 mins)

  • 3:00- 3:25 Roundtable Discussion/ QA 

  • 3:25-3:30 Join our EP Committee, Next Event is…

Event Description:

Join the AIAWHV Emerging Professionals Committee for the launch of our new workshop series, Beyond the Blueprint. This quarterly series will explore alternative career paths in architecture, starting with a focus on unconventional pathways to licensure.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand NCARB requirements and how they apply to non-traditional paths.

  2. Understand NYS requirements and how they apply to non-traditional paths.

  3. Learn how to navigate NCARB's reporting process for unconventional licensure routes.

  4. Gain real-time advice and insights from professionals who have taken unique paths to licensure.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about alternative routes to licensure and hear from experts on how to navigate your own architectural journey.

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AIAWHV Winter Gathering
Mar
23
5:00 PM17:00

AIAWHV Winter Gathering

This event is kindly hosted by two esteemed board members
Celia Imrey, AIA and Alison Spear, AIA

Date:  TBD, Please keep an eye out for an email update!

Time:  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Venue: Obercreek Brewing Company, 59 Marlorville Road, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Price:  FREE, Registration Required.

Join co-hosts Celia Imrey, AIA and Alison Spear, AIA for a winter meet-and-greet with the creatives shaping Putnam and Dutchess Counties! Whether you live, work, or are simply curious about the region, this is a great opportunity to discover local resources, upcoming events, and connect with fellow AIAWHV members and industry professionals. Enjoy light bites and cocktails while networking with the vibrant design community. We look forward to seeing you there!

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A.R.E. | Topic Presentation
Mar
22
10:30 AM10:30

A.R.E. | Topic Presentation

The AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals along with the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Emerging Professionals host this study group in collaboration with other regional chapter EPs. This is a fantastic opportunity to support each other in the path to licensure through topical studies based on the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) 5.0

Fill out the google forms for updates:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyeSx5aJuwzPlzq2uaFQo8gIcGYZXoIlSRUVHPxnQi0VfDgg/viewform

The Zoom link is not permitted for any marketing purposes:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81251394784

Meeting ID: 812 5139 4784

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EXPO 2025
Mar
20
9:30 AM09:30

EXPO 2025

AIAWHV EXPO 2025

NOTE VENUE CHANGE

Come and be part of an inspiring day packed with dynamic speakers, innovative product showcases, cutting-edge services, and impressive student work! Engage in meaningful networking with industry friends and colleagues, all while gaining valuable insights and earning AIA PDH credits. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired—reserve your spot today!

DATE: Thursday, March 20, 2025
TIME: Seminars:  9:30 am - 4:40 pm / EXPO floor:  10:30 am - 4:00 pm
CREDITS: 5 AIA HSW PDH
PRICE (No Refunds): $55 AIA members / $45 Assoc AIA members / $70 Non members
VENUE: Gerstner Center for Learning (Formally IBM Learning Center)- 20 Old Post Road, Armonk NY 10504

Schedule
9:00 am Registration
9:30 am - 10:30 am Speaker: Miguel Quismondo, AIA, MQ Architecture
10:45 am - 11:45 pm - Speaker: Brandon Massey, AIA, FX Collaborative
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Speaker: Teo Quintana, Studio Gang
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm - Lunch
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Speaker: Rae Isle, ALAS, Studio Zewde
3:40 pm - 4:40 pm - Speaker: Hayes Slade, AIA & James Slade, FAIA, Slade Architects


INTRODUCING THE EXHIBITORS

475 High Performance Building Supply
Allegion
Andersen
Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Obdyke
Best Tile
CBG South, Inc
Certainteed
Clopay Corporatoin
Damin Sales
Dormakaba
EvensonBest
Existing Conditions
Goldstick Studio Lighting Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc..
Interstate Lumber
Jilco Window Corp
JMC Site Development Consultants
Klar StudioLangan
Lively Plant Systems
Marvin
Michael Halebian and Company
Northeast Architectural
OLA Consulting Engineers
Palumbo Block
Printeks Construction Documentation Services
Quality Environmental Solutions & Technologies, Inc
RAB Lighting
Rings End
Rockman Windows and Doors
Rockwool
Runtal Radiators
Shaw Contract
Sherwin Williams 
Sika Roofing
Sto Corp
The Di Salvo Engineering Group
Tremco CPG
Trus joist Weyerhaeuser
UMI Stone
USG

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SPEAKERS

Miguel Quismondo, AIA,  MQ Architecture

Born in Spain, graduated from the Polytechnic school in Madrid, started his career in Miami at Perkins+Will and later collaborating with award-winning architect Alberto Campo Baeza in the design and construction of the Olnick Spanu House. He completed his studies with a Master’s degree in Real Estate Development from Columbia University, and another in Construction Management from NYU.

Over the past decade, he has worked for Nancy Olnick and Giorgio Spanu in several fields spanning from design, construction and management. Additionally, he had the opportunity to work with many international artists in order to help them implement and install site-specific projects.

In 2012 he founded MQ Architecture and started working on Magazzino Italian Art in Cold Spring, NY. His designs has been published in la Biennale di Venezia, Architectural Record, A+U, Domus and Casabella.

Hayes Slade, AIA & James Slade, FAIA, Slade Architects

Hayes Slade, AIA, believes in the catalytic potential of design for people, institutions and communities.  This vision of the potential for design led her to found Slade Architecture in 2002 with her partner, James Slade. Her work spans across scales, designing and delivering projects that are innovative and impactful for private and public clients: her smallest project was a doghouse that won an AIA National Small Project Award and her largest an eight acre Staten Island Masterplan. 

 She co-founded Slade Architecture in 2002, with her partner in work and life, James Slade.  In order to contribute to the public realm, Slade Architecture has been part of the NYC Design Excellence Program at the NYC Department of Design and Construction for over ten years. Additionally, Hayes served as an Architecture Fellow with Design Trust for Public Space and co-authored Design Guidelines for affordable housing for the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development . On the private side, her clients include Virgin Atlantic, Mattel, W Hotels, Flightclub and Aperture Foundation as well as distinguished confidential clients.  Her work has been published and exhibited in the US and abroad and recognized with numerous design awards.

James Slade FAIA, IIDA, LEED-AP is a co-founder and Principal of Slade Architecture. With built projects in the United States, England, Korea and China, his work has been recognized internationally with awards, exhibitions and over 300 publications. His awards include a NYC Design Excellence in Public Architecture Award, Progressive Architecture (PA) Awards, AIA Awards, Interior Design Best of Year (BoY) Awards, Architectural Record Design Vanguard (2000), Architectural Record/Businessweek Award, FX Award, the Architecture League of New York’s 2010 Emerging Voices and 2000 Young Architects Award.  His work has been exhibited at MoMA, the National Building Museum, Deutsches Architekturmuseum, the Swiss Institute, the Architecture League of New York, AIA Center for Architecture, the Venice Biennale and other national and international venues.

James is committed to the public role that architects play in shaping our society.  He co-authored Design Guidelines for affordable housing for NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development.  Furthermore, Slade Architecture has been part of NYC Department of Design and Construction Design Excellence program for over a decade.

James has taught design studios at Parsons, Syracuse University, Columbia/Barnard, Pratt Institute, and other schools. He has served on juries for national and international design awards. He is a past co-chair of the NY AIA Awards Committee. James has a BA from Cornell University and a MArch from Columbia University. 

Teo Quintana, Studio Gang

Teo Quintana is a Project Leader in Studio Gang’s New York office working on cultural, residential, and public projects, and currently serves as Project Leader for the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival. Previous projects include work on the Studio’s Crime Prevention Through Community Design and Problem Solving study and the United States Embassy Brasília. He gravitated towards architecture and design at an early age, and as a student of the backlots, alleys, and rooftops of his childhood, Teo has a deep appreciation for the endless variety of uses supported by even the most unassuming urban spaces.

Teo is trained in both architecture and urban design, studying at Princeton University before earning his Master’s degree at the Yale School of Architecture, and has practiced in New York for the past nine years. His experience ranges from research and publications to building and public space design. He was drawn to Studio Gang for its clarity of vision, optimism, and sense of purpose in shaping a more ecological and equitable future through architecture. He enjoys collaborating with fields including landscape architecture, interaction and public space design, and graphic design.

Rae Ishee, ASLA,  Studio Zewde

Rae is a licensed landscape architect and project manager at Studio Zewde whose expertise lies in her versatility and breadth of experience. While at MNLA, she worked on Waterline Square Park from schematic design through construction, the Lowline Lab, Newport Pier, and Smith College master plan among other works crossing scale, program, and phase. She delights in the landscape experience and believes in the regenerative power of meaningful public space. Rae holds a master’s of landscape architecture from UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design, a master of plant and soil science and ecological design certificate from the University of Vermont, and a dual bachelor of arts in biology and studio art from Carleton College. Prior to landscape architecture, you could find Rae taking soil samples along riparian corridors in Vermont, working as a fisheries biologist in the Bering Sea, or in the lab studying algae to biofuels. She also serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at CUNY City Tech, teaching Site Planning, and has guest lectured at Pratt, UC Berkeley, and UPenn.

 Brandon Massey, AIA LEED GA,  FX Collaborative                                     

Brandon Massey, AIA, LEED GA, is a Senior Associate at FXCollaborative, a New York City-based architecture, interiors, and planning design firm. Working on a diverse range of project types, Brandon collaborates with design teams, consultants, and clients to craft projects from initial ideas to construction. In early project phases, he produces design packages and competition entries instrumental in helping institutions and developers see their projects’ full potential. Brandon holds a B.Arch from Rhode Island School of Design and serves as a mentor to high school students through the ACE Mentor Program.

 

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