AIA-LBSB

ARE Scholarship Application Deadline
2025-08-08 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
The AIA Long Beach/South Bay Architect Registration Examination (ARE) Scholarship recognizes Associate AIA members early in their careers. It encourages them to complete the licensure process by covering the associated costs of becoming a licensed architect in California.

Up to two (2) ARE Scholarships are offered for Summer 2025.

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ARE/CSE California Study Hub - - Project Planning & Design (PPD) + Project Development & Documentation (PDD)
2025-08-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00
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Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.

This year, we’re streamlining your study experience by grouping commonly paired exams together.

Project Planning & Design (PPD)Â focuses onÂ the preliminary design of sites and buildings. You should be able toÂ demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in design concepts, sustainability/environmental design, universal design, and other forms of governing codes and regulations.

Project Development & Documentation (PDD)Â focuses on the integration and documentation of building systems, material selection, and material assemblies into a project. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in integration of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems into overall project design and documentation.

Host: TBA

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COTE Presents: Code Breaker - Multifamily Overview of Energy Code Updates
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00
AIA Long Beach / South Bay & Southern California Edison, a Collaborative Partnership

1.0 AIA LU/HSW/ZNCD

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Description:

We will review the 2025 Energy Code Mandatory and Prescriptive requirements for Multifamily envelope, mechanical, photovoltaic and battery storage systems, in addition to the new electric-ready and performance compliance metrics introduced in the 2025 Energy Code.

Learning Objectives:

Cite the date when 2025 Energy Code requirements will go into effect.

Discuss updates to 2025 Mandatory and Prescriptive envelope, mechanical, photovoltaic and battery storage systems.

Recognize when electric-ready requirements will apply.

Identify online resources for more guidance on these topics.

Speaker:

Brian Selby is a Principal at Selby Energy, Inc., specializing in developing and delivering comprehensive energy code training, increasing compliance with California’s Energy Code, and promoting sustainable building practices. With over 35 years of experience as an energy consultant, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an energy code subject matter expert. Brian actively collaborates with the California Energy Commission (CEC), Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs), association professionals, and other industry stakeholders to foster education and ensure compliance with the Energy Code. His commitment to promoting energy efficiency and sustainable practices is further demonstrated by his role as Chairman on the CABEC board of directors, showcasing his leadership in the field.

Brian’s professional background includes successfully owning and operating a building design, energy consulting, and HERS rating business. His diverse skill set, acquired through years of experience, enables him to provide guidance and support to individuals and organizations seeking sustainable buildings and helping navigate the complexities of Zero Net Carbon design while optimizing energy efficiency and compliance with California’s Energy Code.

EDI Committee Meeting
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-24 12:00 - 13:00
A meeting of the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Email us for more information on the committee and to participate.

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Game Night: Lawn Bowling
2025-08-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Long Beach Lawn Bowling Club, 1109 Federation Drive, Long Beach, California, 90804
$AVE on tickets – discounted pricing through August 1st — bring a guest to $AVE even more!

AIA Members, LBSB Allied Members & Sponsors receive discounted pricing ~ ID# required

All ticket levels increase August 2!

Join in the fun this summer and learn to lawn bowl! Everyone is welcome!

Dinner, drinks, and instruction included

+ a chance to win a Tungsten Smart-Heat Portable Patio Heater provided by BROMIC Heating

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5 – 6 pm – social, drinks, dinner

6 – 7:30 pm – instruction and bowling

7:30 – 8 pm – more social & awards

Please note the Rules of the Greens:

All participants must wear flat soled shoes like tennis shoes or flip flops. No leather soles and no shoes of any kind with protruding heel. If this rule is ignored, you will be asked to bowl barefoot.

No children allowed on the green. Any child attending must be supervised by an adult who is not playing.

No smoking on the property.

KEY EVENT SPONSORS

Farrah Rizzo – Architectural Consultant

farrah.rizzo@westernws.com

310-924-1627

Sebastian Cardenas – Specification Sales Executive

sebastianc@bromicgroup.com

858-526-3176

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ARE/CSE California Study Hub - - Project Planning & Design (PPD) + Project Development & Documentation (PDD)
2025-09-02 18:00 - 19:00
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Study Hub is AIA California”™s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.

This year, we’re streamlining your study experience by grouping commonly paired exams together.

Project Planning & Design (PPD)Â focuses onÂ the preliminary design of sites and buildings. You should be able toÂ demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in design concepts, sustainability/environmental design, universal design, and other forms of governing codes and regulations.

Project Development & Documentation (PDD)Â focuses on the integration and documentation of building systems, material selection, and material assemblies into a project. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and abilities in integration of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems into overall project design and documentation.

Host: Elif Bayram, AIA – Founder of AREQuestions

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COTE Meeting
2025-09-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-11-12 17:30 - 18:30
A meeting of the Committee on the Environment. Email the committee for more information on the committee and to participate.

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Learn more about the Committee On The Environment

BARchitecture
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:30 | RIIP Beer Co. Brewery & Taproom, 17214 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA, 92649
BARchitecture: RIIP Beer Co. Brewery & Taproom – Sunset Beach

Drinks are on you, but the appetizers are on us! No reservations required.

A special BARchitecture this month: We are teaming up once again with AIA Orange County!

Riip Beer Company, emerging in 2014 from Sunset Beach, California, was the vision of two brothers-in-laws with a profound love for craft beer.

Riip is more than just a brand; it encapsulates a lifestyle of excitement and passion, resonating through expressions like “stoke” and “rad.” This ethos, deeply ingrained in every aspect of Riip, from their beers to their community, transcends mere branding, offering an immersive, life-affirming experience.

Parking available at venue, some city parking available near the fire station and HB Yacht Club, and free parking available across PCH at the Sunset Beach parking lot.

See you on the patio on the brewery side!

Sponsored by

Frank Saldana, CIA, CSI, CDT®, LEED Green Associate Building Development Manager fsaldana@metalsales.us.com 840-217-1270

Gilbert Aguirre

Director of Business Development Gilbert@L2Specialties.com 714-979-8854

Advocacy Committee Meeting
2025-09-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-03 12:00 - 13:00
A meeting of the Advocacy Committee. Email us for more information on the committee and to participate.

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Learn more about the Advocacy Committee

Architecture School Scholarship Applications Due
2025-09-08 23:30
Go to the AIA LBSB Scholarship Page for details and link to apply.

Annual Producer's Council EXPO
2025-09-11 17:00 - 19:30 | rdc. / Studio One Eleven, 245 E. 3rd St., Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
Sponsored event

Join us for an exciting in-person event, the Producer’s Council Product Show! Discover the latest and greatest products in the architecture and design industry. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network with professionals, explore innovative products, and gain valuable insights. Mark your calendars and get ready for an afternoon filled with inspiration and creativity!

Street taco catering, beer, wine, and beverages!

Cash raffle drawing at the conclusion of the event!

1st place $150

2nd place $100

3rd place $75

Participating manufacturers:

Sherwin-William

Kingspan Light + Air

SOS

Autex Acoustics

Partition Specialties, Inc.

E-Z Mix, Inc.

Cemco

Prosoco

Koster

Angelus Block

Omega Products International

Draper

The Z Group

Guardian Industries

Consult Valarie – Door Hardware Consulting

AIA Trust Week 2025
2025-09-15 08:00 - 2025-09-19 17:00
12:00‑1:30 PM & 3:00‑4:00 PM ET

Building Resilience: Empowering Architects for the Future

Five days, 10 sessions, 14.5 CE credits (2.5 HSW)—covering climate resilience, liability, leadership, innovation & more.

AIA Trust Week is your annual opportunity to connect with industry experts, explore emerging trends, and gain practical, actionable strategies—all without leaving your desk. Over five days, you’ll join your peers for a series of expert-led webinars designed to help you and your firm build resilience and thrive in a rapidly changing world. This year’s theme, Building Resilience: Empowering Architects for the Future, focuses on strengthening the architectural profession across three key dimensions:

Personal Resilience – skills and insights to adapt, lead, and grow.

Professional Resilience – smarter, more secure, future-ready practice strategies.

Environmental Resilience – tools to design for a changing climate and built environment.

Why attend? No travel. No cost. No hassle—just top-tier education. Earn valuable HSW and LU credits from anywhere and learn from nationally recognized experts in architecture, risk management, and leadership.

ARE/CSE California Study Hub - - California Supplemental Exam
2025-09-15 18:00 - 19:00
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Host: Ron Culver, AIA

Study Hub is AIA California’s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between EPs and AIA professionals across California.

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Board of Directors Meeting
2025-09-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-11 18:30 - 20:00
Contact our Executive Director, Kristine Hammond, for location information

Timeless Architecture and Performance: A Guided Exploration of Site-Responsive Design
2025-09-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Shuttle location for 32 and 34 Tide Watch tour, 8086 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, California, 92657
A Coastal CRAN tour + presentation

Lunch included

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Explore two breathtaking ocean-view residences under construction in the prestigious Newport Coast community. These high-end spec homes blend timeless classical design with contemporary coastal living, offering stunning views, exceptional craftsmanship, and architectural elegance. This in-person tour is a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes with the design team and discover how symmetry, proportion, and material selection bring beauty and value to these remarkable homes. Perfect for anyone interested in high-end residential design and luxury development.

AIA members will earn 1.5 LU/HSW

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PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

PPE (hard hat, closed-toe shoes, reflective vest) is required. (We have some vests and hard hats – let us know if you are in need.)

Each attendee will be required to sign a Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement on the day of the tour.

Shuttle transportation into the gated community is required. Meet up at 11 am in the Crystal Cove shopping center, park near Trader Joe’s.

Presenters:

Allie Schieble Harding, AIA, Oatman Architects, Inc.

Eve Guilbaud, LEED AP, Loewen Windows & Doors

Coastal CRAN (Custom Residential Architects Network) is a knowledge community of the AIA Long Beach / South Bay

NET ZERO CONFERENCE
2025-10-01 00:00 - 23:59 | Los Angeles Convention Center, South Hall, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, ca, 90051
The AIA LBSB a proud sponsor of the 2025 Net Zero Conference! Hosted by Verdical Group at the Los Angeles Convention Center on October 1, this event will feature global sustainability experts in Climate, Net Zero, ESG, Equity, Carbon, and Resilience. Join us for zero carbon learning opportunities, exciting keynotes, an in-person Expo, and more!

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BARchitecture Special Edition: Annual Election & Town Hall
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Beachwood Brewing: Bixby Knolls, 3630 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, California, 90807
Location: Beachwood Brewing – Bixby Knolls

Join us for our monthly social* where the apps are on us and the drinks are on you! No reservations required.

Beachwood Brewing includes tasting rooms, restaurants, and production facilities throughout Southern California, including locations in North Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, and Long Beach. Through it all, our mission has remained the same as when we first started: a dedicated focus on quality beers, food, and service – a place where everyone feels at home!

This Special Edition of BARchitecture will include:

Voting on the slate of candidates for the 2026 Board of Directors

A conversation with Nicki Dennis-Stephens, Hon. AIA, Executive Vice President of AIA California – Hear about the latest actions and advocacy efforts happening at the state level on behalf of AIA members and the design industry.

* In observance of Yom Kippur, BARchitecture, which normally occurs on the first Thursday of each month, will be held on October 9.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Code Consultants, Inc.

Chris Prueher, PE

213-622-5880

The Azek Company and TimberTech by Azek

Joshua Myers – Area Sales Manager

949-805-8794

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Support an AIA LBSB program that advances our profession, provides a social opportunity for our community, and increases visibility for your organization. Contact us to learn how.

Kids Draw Architecture
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Whaley Park, 5620 E. Atherton St., Long Beach, California, 90815
Come sketch with the architects!

For kids of all ages to attend and learn about architecture

Kids Draw Architecture is an educational program created in 1988 by the Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara as a way to both connect architects with children and their parents. And, for children to acquire an appreciation for architecture and the built environment.

Since 2017, AIA California Chapters have hosted over 30 events in their local communities.

All participants will receive a sketch book to take home!

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Learn about past AIA LBSB Kids Draw Architecture events

This program will be held outside adjacent to the community center ~ please bring a blanket or chair

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Support an AIA LBSB program that advances our profession, provides a social opportunity for our community, and increases visibility for your organization. Contact us to learn how.

Building Together: A Conversation with Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson
2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
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Description:

Join us for a dynamic fireside chat between Mayor Rex Richardson and Lance Collins, AIA, as they discuss the intersection of civic leadership and the built environment. This engaging conversation will highlight the City of Long Beach’s bold initiatives in infrastructure investment, housing solutions, and Olympic readiness ahead of the 2028 Summer Games. With a focus on design and construction initiatives, the dialogue will offer insight into how policy and planning are shaping the city’s future, and where architects, planners, and civic professionals can make the greatest impact. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from Mayor Richardson about the challenges, opportunities, and vision for a more resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking Long Beach.

Learning Objectives:

After participating in this program, attendees will be able to:

Identify key infrastructure initiatives underway in Long Beach and analyze how sustainable and equitable design practices are being integrated into public investment strategies.

Evaluate the long-term planning and design considerations associated with Long Beach’s role as a host city for the 2028 Olympic Games, including opportunities for civic engagement and legacy impact.

Examine the City’s current housing policies and production goals, and assess how zoning reform, adaptive reuse, and public-private partnerships are being used to address affordability and accessibility.

Describe the ways in which architects and civic leaders can collaborate to shape resilient, inclusive urban environments and apply those insights to local or regional planning efforts.

AIA members will earn 1.5 LU/HSW

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A program of the Advocacy Committee of the AIA Long Beach / South Bay

Architectural Lighting: Design, Integration, and Practice
2025-11-06 17:00 - 18:00 | 2ND & PCH – fountain area below the Palapa Bar at Ola Mexican Kitchen, 6420 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, California, 90803
An exclusive project tour of 2nd & PCH with the lighting designer, manufacturer, and agent behind the project

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1.0 LU/HSW

Description:

Join the AIA Long Beach Chapter for an exclusive guided tour of 2nd & PCH, the ultimate retail and lifestyle destination in Long Beach that integrates modern architecture with innovative lighting design. This program will highlight the collaborative process between the lighting manufacturer and lighting designer, alongside the lighting representative. Attendees will explore how architectural vision, design intent, and product solutions come together to create a vibrant, welcoming environment that enhances both the retail and pedestrian experience.

Learning Objectives:

Analyze the relationship between lighting design and architectural intent in large-scale mixed-use environments, and how these decisions impact functionality, aesthetics, and the user experience.

Evaluate the collaborative process between lighting designers, manufacturers, and the lighting rep, and understand how integrated communication contributes to project success.

Identify key lighting strategies and product solutions used to balance performance, energy efficiency, and visual comfort in exterior and retail applications.

Examine how lighting design contributes to the safety, comfort, and overall experience of diverse user groups in mixed-use public spaces.

Presenters:

Erica Peters – SCI – Specification Sales and AIA LBSB Allied Member

Dave McCarroll, AIA, and Jose Cendejas from KGM Lighting

BARchitecture
2025-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Palapa Bar @ Ola Mexican Kitchen, 6420 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, California
BARchitecture: Palapa Bar at Ola Mexican Kitchen – Long Beach

Drinks are on you, but the appetizers are on us! No reservations required.

Authentic Mexican food and cocktails

Ola, which is Spanish for “wave” and Hawaiian for “life”, is the inspiration behind Ola Mexican Kitchen. With some of the best views on the California coast from almost every seat in the house, our menu fuses authentic Mexican comfort food with elevated, South of the Border influences.

Sponsored by

Erica Peters – Associate Specification Sales and AIA LBSB Allied Member

epeters@scilights.com (949) 622-3010

2025 CBC Update with Focus on Major Fire Protection & Life Safety Code Changes
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00
1.0 AIA LU/HSW

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A summary update on the 2025 California Building Code & Fire Code Changes that is effective January 1, 2026. This update will focus on major fire protection and life safety code changes.

Learning Objectives:

The participant will learn the major fire protection and life safety related code changes that may impact future building design.

The participant will understand the options available to resolve design challenges through code exceptions and/or interpretive text. Of key importance, the participant will understand that in many instances, the construction documents simply need to clearly identify the fire protection and lie safety approach on the life safety plans.

The participant will learn about different code compliance concepts for mixed-use buildings such as residential, business, mercantile and assembly occupancies. Numerous CBC hot topics ranging from egress, tenant construction, atriums, parking beneath a building, and building adjacencies will be discusses.

The participant will learn basic fire protection and lie safety approaches to assist the participant in continuing their efforts to become a more well-rounded architect.

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THIS PROGRAM WILL BE PRESENTED ON ZOOM. THE LOG-IN LINK WILL BE EMAILED TO ATTENDEES ONE DAY IN ADVANCE OF THE PRESENTATION.
