AIA Rhode Island

Join AIA Rhode Island for an insightful panel discussion exploring the challenges nonprofits face when launching capital projects. Register below! #AIAri #AIA #architecture #paneldiscussion

It has been great to plan this event with Chris Jasinski and Russ Robertson hope you will join AIA Rhode Island on Tuesday March 25 at Providence Public Library for an insightful panel discussion exploring the multifaceted challenges nonprofits face when launching capital projects. This session brings together industry leaders to dissect the political, social, and economic hurdles inherent to nonprofit development—with a spotlight on the critical "early-money problem" that stalls feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and project momentum. ???????????????? ? Moderator – Russ Robertson, Managing Member Cap Ex Advisory Group ? Cortney Nicolato, MS, President & CEO United Way of Rhode Island ? Barbara J. Thornton, AIA, LEED AP, Partner, Brewster Thornton Group Architects, LLP ? Marisa Angell Brown, PhD, Executive Director, Providence Preservation Society ?????? ???????????????????? ????????????: ? ?????? ??????????-?????????? ??????????????: Why upfront funding for feasibility studies remains a systemic barrier—and how nonprofits can navigate it. ? ?????????????????????? ????????????????????: Managing competing political, social, and donor interests in project planning. ? ???????????????? ??????????????????: Addressing inflation, labor shortages, and rising material costs in budget forecasting. ? ?????????????????????????? ??????????????????: Case studies showcasing partnerships between nonprofits, architects, and financiers. ?????? ???????????? ????????????? Nonprofit leaders, architects, developers, and community stakeholders invested in impactful capital projects. ?????? ????????????? Gain actionable strategies, real-world examples from UWRI’s current initiatives, and a roadmap to turn visionary projects into reality—even when resources are scarce. ???????????????? Providence Public Library Donald J. Farish Auditorium (3rd Floor) Everyone is welcome, register Here: https://lnkd.in/eRTKeyTh #aia_ri

Had a great time at the AIA Leadership Summit in DC this week representing AIAri! Forgot to take a photo with Senator Jack Reed but had a great time discussing some priorities and concerns for architects including design freedom for federal architecture and building resiliency into our communities before natural disasters strike. We also celebrated AIAri’s huge milestone this year of being a chapter for 150 years!

Excited to receive AIA-RI’s award for being a member of the AIA for 150 years. AIA Rhode Island and The American Institute of Architects (AIA)

#AIA25 is coming to Boston! ?? This year's AIA Conference on Architecture & Design will take you to the heart of one of America’s most iconic architectural cities—a living showcase of cutting-edge design, innovative firms, and historic landmarks. Boston and nearby New England sites are packed with incredible sightseeing like: ??? Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum ?? Forest Hills Cemetery, ?? Martha’s Vineyard, ??? Portland, ME, and ???? World-class architecture you’ll experience on AIA25’s architect-led tours—subscribe to the AIA25 email list for first access! Plan your business + leisure trip today. ?? Get started: https://bit.ly/3ExGzM6 #AIA #Boston #Architecture #Design

Share if you agree. AIA is aware of the recent Memorandum for the Administrator of General Services (GSA) regarding The White House’s request to review the GSA’s Guiding Principles for Federal Architecture. AIA is extremely concerned about any revisions that ?? Remove control from local communities; ?? Mandate official federal design preferences, or otherwise hinder design freedom; and ?? Add bureaucratic hurdles for federal buildings. AIA will monitor and participate in the process laid out in the memo and provide feedback from AIA’s over 100,000 members. #Architecture #Policy #Advocacy

When can an owner refuse payment to a contractor? ?? A recent case in Rhode Island sheds light on this. In Rudrah Darshan, LLC v. Calamar Construction Management, Inc., the court found that when a contractor fails to pay subcontractors and delays the project, an owner may be justified in withholding payment. This case serves as a reminder to review contract terms closely and consult legal counsel when disputes arise: https://bit.ly/494SSe2 #AIAcontracts #ConstructionLaw

Our biggest event of the year is next week! We can't wait to see you there!

"Great to see you Ken!" "Even greater to see you Senator!" Photo with the great United States Senator representing Rhode Island, Jack Reed after a breakfast gathering. We continued the discussion on housing, and housing financing among other topics we had in the Senator's office during the AIA A'24 Leadership Summit's day on Capitol Hill.

Thank you all! Looking forward to it too. #DesignMatters