This exclusive event, for AIA leaders only, gives volunteers the opportunity to gain information and knowledge through workshops designed to help participants in their leadership and advocacy roles. Representing AIA Louisiana were Ron Martinez, President Elect, AIA Louisiana, Paula Peer and Nick Marshall, New Orleans, Rachel James, Shreveport, Kendal Broussard, South Louisiana, Jimmy Hebert, Baton Rouge, Elizabeth Galan, Southwest Louisiana, Stephen Arceneaux, Coastal, and Steve Maher, National Board Member representing AIA Louisiana. Guided by a vision for the future of the profession, the conference provided … Continue reading AIA Louisiana Members Attend Snowy 41st Annual Grassroots in Washington DC→
As 2015 President of AIA Louisiana, my goal is to contribute and give back to the profession that has given so much to me. We are all busy with work and family, but we need to make a little time to help our organization be more vibrant, responsive and relevant. At the root of my drive and passion is the desire to create positive change. AIA Louisiana serves a critical role and gives architects a collective voice. Good design benefits the publicâs everyday lives. The … Continue reading Lisa H. Nice, AIA→
By Louise Poirier Technology and sustainability were at the forefront of design considerations on East Baton Rouge Parish’s $35-million, 126,000-sq-ft main library. The new building includes a north wall made almost entirely of glass to take advantage of natural lighting and a sloped roof that will capture rainwater for plants. The library houses at least half a million books and more than 130 public computers. “The East Baton Rouge Parish Library has been steadily working through a 30-year capital improvements plan (CIP) and had already … Continue reading Baton Rouge Embraces Green, High-Tech Library→
Communication and early planning help keep the $1-billion Veterans Affairs Hopsital in New Orleans on track By: Craig Guillot It’s no easy task to construct more than a million sq ft of hospital facilities spread out over 12 city blocks. It’s even more difficult when that hospital has to be meticulously designed and constructed from the ground up to withstand high winds and storm surge from a major hurricane. Now more than 60% complete, the new Veterans Affairs Hospital in New Orleans will be one … Continue reading Storm-Resistant Hospital Rises in Tight Quarters→
Congratulations to Michael Bell, FAIA and the whole AIA Fellowship Class of 2015! Michael John Bell, FAIA Chapter: AIA New Orleans Firm: Bell Architecture The 2015 Jury of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) elevated Michael J. Bell to its prestigious College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made significant contributions to the profession. Michael J. Bell will be honored at an investiture ceremony at the 2015 National AIA Convention and Design Exposition in Atlanta. The Fellowship program was developed to elevate those architects who … Continue reading Newest Members of the College of Fellows→
AIA Louisiana participated in a roundtable discussion on January 8th with leaders from the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, Board of Architectural Examiners and the Office of State Fire Marshal. Among topics discussed were pending 2015 legislation, firm rules and education funding for students. Joe Delaune, Chief Architect for OSFM, gave a presentation on the new electronic plan review system (Phase I). Phase II will allow shared access to all government agencies. AIA Louisiana asked for clarification of the Department of Health and … Continue reading AIA Louisiana/LAPELS Examine DHH Requirements→
The Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal hosted an Industry Roundtable meeting on January 22nd. Joe Delaune, Chief Architect, announced that detailed testing on the electronic plan review system is set to begin on February 2nd and will last approximately 3 months. The new system will allow use of credit cards for submittals and licensing fees. Licensing, plan reviews and inspections should be available electronically by mid-year. Volunteers are needed for testing. Interested firms may contact AIA Louisiana at inquiries@aiala.com.
In the opening forum of the 2015 race for Louisianaâs next Governor, 300 attendees heard three Republicans and a Democrat say that state leaders have to restore voter confidence in how state infrastructure dollars are used before any major funding hikes are feasible. The Gubernatorial primary may be 10 months away, but, the first face-to-face debate among all four major announced candidates â U.S. Senator David Vitter, Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne, Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle and State Representative John Bel Edwards was held January … Continue reading AIA Louisiana Hosts First Gubernatorial Forum→
