AIA Bookstore
Got Code? The hot-off-the-press 2006 International Building Code, by the International Code Council, covers all building types except small residential. In its 600-plus pages, the comprehensive code features safety concepts, structural, and fire and life safety provisions. The book lists for $91.50; AIA members may purchase it for $82.35. Order online or phone 800-242-3837, option #4.

AIA eClassroom
Rejoice in Regionalism: In AIA eClassroom’s “Architects Discuss America's New Regionalism” distance learning course, instructors Frank Harmon, FAIA; Rick Joy, FAIA; Tom Kundig, AIA; and Lawrence Scarpa, AIA, discuss the many influences a building takes in from its regional context. This course, which offers 1.5 HSW CES credits, is available through October 13 at a 10-percent-off discounted price, $89.05 AIA members/$121.95 nonmembers (regular price: $98.95 AIA members/$134.95 nonmembers).

AIA Contract Documents
Questions About Retainage?: Have questions about how retainage is shown in the contractor’s Application for Payment? Go to the online Knowledge Base and type “retainage” into the Search window. Or use the Table of Contents and select Content of AIA Contract Documents /Administrative Documents/Application for Payment. Either way, the Knowledge Base provides answers to a list of Frequently Asked Questions that are available 24 hours a day for easy reference by you and your entire firm.

Cornerstone Partners
What Is a Cornerstone Partner? Like you, Cornerstone Partners are national members of the AIA. Their goal is to give you tools and information to support your practice and to help create a richer and stronger built environment. Certified CES providers and Knowledge Community participants, Cornerstone Partners are here to help.

AIA CES
NYC This Fall: Check out AIA New York Chapter’s exciting schedule of events.

AIA Advantage
They Deliver: United Parcel Service offers AIA members special savings, including $1.50 off Next Day Air® letters, 10 percent off Next Day Air packages, and 20 percent off Worldwide Express letters or packages. Call 800-325-7000.

AIA Trust
Consider Long Term Care for You and Your Spouse: The AIA Trust Long Term Care Quote plan offers you competitive quotes from the leading national carriers for extended care. Find out more about this program. For more information about all AIA Trust programs, go to their site.