Leadership | AIA Brooklyn

Officers

John H. Hatheway Jr., AIA

President
president@aiabrooklyn.org

Raymond Peebles, AIA

Vice President
vp@aiabrooklyn.org

Jane McGroarty, AIA

Treasurer
treasurer@aiabrooklyn.org

Talisha L. Sainvil, AIA

Secretary
secretary@aiabrooklyn.org

Directors

David Cunningham, AIA

Director

Sarah Drake, AIA

Director

David Flecha, Associate AIA

Director

Michelle D. Todd, AIA

Director

Pamela Weston, Associate AIA

Director, Membership

Representatives

NYS Association

Jordan Parnass, AIA

ACNY

Dmitriy Shenker, AIA
Giuseppe Anzalone, AIA (Alternate)

Legal Counsel

Ray Mellon, Esq.,  Hon. AIA

Administrative Director

Susana Honig, AIA

Committee Chairpersons

Communications Committee

Talisha L. Sainvil, AIA

Continuing Education Committee

Marshall Shuster, AIA

Custom Residential Architects Network (CRAN)

Kimberly S. Neuhaus, AIA
David Cunningham, AIA

Design Awards Committee

David Flecha, Associate AIA

Emerging Professionals Committee (BKEP)

Nicole Gangidino, Associate AIA

Historic Resources

Jeffrey Jacobson, Assoc. AIA

Membership Committee

Pamela Weston, Associate AIA

Urban Design Committee

Jane McGroarty, AIA

Women In Architecture (WIA)

Nicole Gangidino, Associate AIA
Noushin Jafari, Associate AIA

Featured Events

Apr 29, 2021 • AIA BKWIA and LIWIA
Women in Architecture Speed Mentoring
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Register by April 27, 2021 @ 5:00PM
Virtual Event
Don’t let the pandemic prevent you from seeking mentors! Join AIA Brooklyn & Long Island Women in Architecture (WIA) to network and learn from Brooklyn and Long Island’s top women in the profession at our first annual Speed Mentoring event. WIA’s Speed Mentoring employs small group discussions and a speedy exchange of information to discuss your goals and professional challenges. Over the course of multiple sessions (10 Max. each session), attendees will interact with inspiring women architects and designers of all professional levels. The evening is an efficient way to rapidly build your network and exchange strategies for success in the design profession. WIA members, nonmembers, designers, and students are welcome to attend.
Learn More
Call for Mentors and Mentees – Register Here

Upcoming Events

April
Apr 15, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
ON THE MENU: Difference Between Retention and Detention and How this Relates to Green Roofs
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Virtual presentation.
Please RSVP below to register.
1 AIA LU
Presented by Sempergreen USA
Learning Objectives
1. Correctly define the terms “retention” and “detention”
2. Understand how green roofs provide retention.
3. Understand the benefits of detention.
4. Understand how green roofs can provide detention.
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Apr 20, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Programming & Analysis review continues.
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
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Apr 21, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn Committee On The Environment (COTE)
Discussion Panel | General Meeting: Sustainable Design Fundamentals
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
Panelists:
Michelle Amt AIA juror for COTE 2021 and VMDO Architects
Dom Lempereur from Bloc Power
Sara Bayer/Fernando from Magnusson Architecture & Planning
Learning objectives:
1) Understand the key objectives of AIA COTE requirements for architects to utilize in their own practice.
2) Describe when the owners project requirements (OPR) are developed and what role they serve through the design process utilizing sustainable design methods.
3) List and define key sustainable and energy efficiency metrics to establish goals related to sustainable design projects.
4) Understand how architects can use OPR to facilitate collaboration among the design team.
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Apr 22, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
ON THE MENU: Specifying Natural Stone
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Virtual presentation.
Please RSVP below to register.
1 AIA LU
Presented by Polycor
Learning Objectives
1. State the features and benefits of natural stone products.
2. Rate the performance of natural stone using ASTM Standard Test Methods.
3. Analyze the stone quarrying and stone fabrication processes as they affect design constraints and the finished product.
4. List the application of natural stone in a variety of market segments.
5. Indentify the characteristics of certain natural stone products which make them more or less shited for specific application.
RSVP
Apr 27, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Programming & Analysis review continues.
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
RSVP
Apr 29, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
ON THE MENU: Artisanal Craft in Sustainable Spaces
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Virtual presentation.
Please RSVP below to register.
1 AIA LU, IDCEC, NKBA
Presented by Native Trails and Altherm
This Presentation illustrates how sourcing artisan-made products for their projects can allow designers and builders to effect social, economic and environmental change.
Learn More
RSVP
Apr 29, 2021 • AIA BKWIA and LIWIA
Women in Architecture Speed Mentoring
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Register by April 27, 2021 @ 5:00PM
Virtual Event
Don’t let the pandemic prevent you from seeking mentors! Join AIA Brooklyn & Long Island Women in Architecture (WIA) to network and learn from Brooklyn and Long Island’s top women in the profession at our first annual Speed Mentoring event. WIA’s Speed Mentoring employs small group discussions and a speedy exchange of information to discuss your goals and professional challenges. Over the course of multiple sessions (10 Max. each session), attendees will interact with inspiring women architects and designers of all professional levels. The evening is an efficient way to rapidly build your network and exchange strategies for success in the design profession. WIA members, nonmembers, designers, and students are welcome to attend.
Learn More
Call for Mentors and Mentees – Register Here
May
May 4, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Programming & Analysis review continues.
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
RSVP
May 6, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN – Marketing + Messaging
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Guest: Future Forward
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
May 11, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Programming & Analysis review continues.
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
RSVP
May 13, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Brooklyn DOB | Industry Meeting 1 AIA LU
3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Virtual meeting.
Attend or email questions to Ida Galea – galea.arch@gmail.com no later than 1 week before the meeting.
Second Thursday of Every Month
1. Questions are limited to ten (10) per month. Questions will be submitted on a first come first serve basis. Any questions received that exceed ten (10) will be discussed at the meeting if time allows or will be submitted the following month.
2. All questions shall be submitted via email to galea.arch@gmail.com no later than Thursday at 2:00 PM, the week preceding the scheduled meeting.
3. Questions submitted may NOT be project or application specific. Questions should be generic with respect to clarifications on zoning, code, or technical issues.
4. Virtual or in person meetings will be limited to one (1) hour each month from 3:00-4:00 PM, unless otherwise noted in advance.
RSVP
May 18, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm

Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
RSVP
May 19, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
May 20, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
ON THE MENU: Long-Spanning Steel Roof and Floor Deck Ceiling Systems
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Virtual presentation.
Please RSVP below to register.
1 AIA LU
Presented by Epic Metals
Learning Objectives
1. Multiple unique shapes/features possible.
2. Acoustics basics.
3. Concealing roofing system fasteners.
4. Hangers for sprinkler lines or other MEP needs.
5. Access panels for sprinkler/MEP trades.
6. Air control (indoor/outdoor) at cantilever conditions.
7. Curved/pre-arched structural systems.
8. Special paint finishes for high humidity environments.
9. Factory integration of daylight/Solatube solutions.
RSVP
May 25, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Programming & Analysis review continues.
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
RSVP
June
Jun 1, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/663167798
Meeting ID: 663 167 798
Call in: +19292056099,,663167798# US (New York)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2349409371821802/
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
Jun 3, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN – Roof Gymnastics (Power + Plants)
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
Jun 8, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/663167798
Meeting ID: 663 167 798
Call in: +19292056099,,663167798# US (New York)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2349409371821802/
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
Jun 10, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Brooklyn DOB | Industry Meeting 1 AIA LU
3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Virtual meeting.
Attend or email questions to Ida Galea – galea.arch@gmail.com no later than 1 week before the meeting.
Second Thursday of Every Month
1. Questions are limited to ten (10) per month. Questions will be submitted on a first come first serve basis. Any questions received that exceed ten (10) will be discussed at the meeting if time allows or will be submitted the following month.
2. All questions shall be submitted via email to galea.arch@gmail.com no later than Thursday at 2:00 PM, the week preceding the scheduled meeting.
3. Questions submitted may NOT be project or application specific. Questions should be generic with respect to clarifications on zoning, code, or technical issues.
4. Virtual or in person meetings will be limited to one (1) hour each month from 3:00-4:00 PM, unless otherwise noted in advance.
RSVP
Jun 15, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/663167798
Meeting ID: 663 167 798
Call in: +19292056099,,663167798# US (New York)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2349409371821802/
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
Jun 16, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
Jun 22, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/663167798
Meeting ID: 663 167 798
Call in: +19292056099,,663167798# US (New York)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2349409371821802/
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
Jun 29, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn and BKEP
BKEP | ARE Study Group Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/663167798
Meeting ID: 663 167 798
Call in: +19292056099,,663167798# US (New York)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2349409371821802/
Email ngangidino.arch@gmail.com with any questions
July
Jul 1, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN –
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
RSVP
Jul 8, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN – Topic: Drink + Draw
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
Jul 21, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
August
Aug 5, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN – Fall Planning/Happy Hour
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Guest: Everyone
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
Aug 18, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
September
Sep 2, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN – Work Dynamics (Ethics + Ownership)
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Guest: Architecture Lobby
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
RSVP
Sep 22, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
October
Oct 7, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN –
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
RSVP
Oct 20, 2021 • AIA Brooklyn
Discussion Panel | General Meeting
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Virtual panel and meeting
Please RSVP below to register
RSVP
November
Nov 4, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN –
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
RSVP
December
Dec 2, 2021 • CRAN
CRAN –
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Please RSVP to register.
Send questions or comments to cran@aiabrooklyn.org
RSVP