 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
How Do You Respond to a Disaster? Fresh from the 2007 national convention, eClassroom’s “The Architect’s Role in Disaster Preparedness and Assistance” distance learning course discusses the importance of disaster preparedness in promoting sustainability, livable communities, and how architects can help in the recovery after disasters through damage assessment, rebuilding, and community design and planning. This three-hour course, offering 3.0 CES HSW credits, is available for $131.95 AIA members/$179.95 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
Introducing Fionda Phone Services: The AIA Advantage program provides members with discounts on many products and services selected to meet their business needs. Based on member interest, the program has just added Fionda, a new telecommunications partner that offers both traditional phone and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services.
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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