 AIA
Bookstore
Hot Off the Press: Architecture for Architects, by Michael Crosbie (Images, 2006). This new release from author and AIArchitect Contributing Editor Michael Crosbie, AIA, focuses on architects who have designed their own offices and is replete with illustrations. What these offices say, especially to potential clients, can speak volumes. The book lists for $65; AIA members may purchase it for $58.50 from the AIA Bookstore. Order online or phone 800-242-3837, option #4.
AIA eClassroom
Managing Risk: Join instructor Michael Hricak, FAIA, for eClassroom’s “Running a Design-Focused Practice Like You Mean It” distance learning course, in which he discusses how to adjust existing office practices, procedures, and policies to achieve a more financially sustainable business model. This course, offering 1 CES credit, is based on a session presented at the 2006 AIA national convention and is available for $65.95 AIA members/$89.95 nonmembers.
AIA Contract Documents
Learn About Supplementary Conditions: You know what General Conditions are. But what are Supplementary Conditions? Go to the online Knowledge Base and type “supplementary conditions” into the Search window. The Knowledge Base provides instant answers 24 hours a day to frequently asked questions about supplementary conditions and other common practices in using AIA Contract Documents.
 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
Save the Date: San Diego Green 2007, hosted by AIA San Diego, September 26–28. www.sandiegogreen.org.
AIA Advantage
Professional Resources: MASTERSPEC®: MASTERSPEC users have access to the most complete professional specification system in the industry. Save valuable research and writing time by using the wealth of background information that comes with each MASTERSPEC library. AIA members receive a discount on their licenses and have access to free continuing education opportunities.
AIA Trust
Cover Personal and Business Expenses if Disability Strikes: The AIA Trust Personal and Business Overhead Disability Plans will cover all your expenses while you recuperate. For more information about this and all AIA Trust programs, go to their site.
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