 AIA
Bookstore
Hot Off the Press: Architecture and the Brain, by John P. Eberhard, FAIA (2007, Greenway) explores the relationship of neuroscience and architecture in a clear, compelling, easily accessible introduction for anyone interested in why, and how, good design evokes emotional response. The book lists for $39; AIA members may purchase it for $35.10. Order online or phone 800-242-3837, option #4.
AIA eClassroom
New Program on BIM: Fresh from the 2007 national convention, eClassroom’s “BIM Best Practices, Best Results” distance learning course employs detailed case studies and analyses by the U.S. General Services Administration, the National Institute of Building Sciences, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology to show how BIM analysis tools contribute to the design of sustainable, high performance buildings. This course, offering 1.5 CES credits, is available for $98.95 AIA members/$134.95 nonmembers.
AIA Contract Documents
Questions About the AIA’s Design-Build Documents? Go to the online knowledge base and type “design-build” into the Search window. Or use the Table of Contents and select Content of AIA Contract Documents/Documents by Project Type/Design-Build. Either way, the Knowledge Base will respond to your Frequently Asked Questions with answers that are at your fingertips 24 hours a day.
 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
Yes, You Can Earn Credit!: A refresher course on the Self-Report Form.
AIA Advantage
AIA Advantage: Bank of America Special Offer: Bank of America offers both personal and small business credit card services, along with additional financial service products to meet your specific needs.
AIA Trust
Free Condo Risk Management Tools: The AIA Trust commissioned attorney-architect Bill Quatman, FAIA, to develop “Risk Management Ideas for Condominium Projects,” a white paper now available on the AIA Trust Web site along with contract clauses, risk management tools, sample letters, statutes, and an overview of the high risk condo market. Visit the AIA Trust site for more information.
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