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The Rochester chapter of The American Institute of Architects
Emerging Rochester Architects (ERA)
Become a Licensed Architect
Events of Interest for Emerging Professionals:
There are three major components to becoming an architect:
Fri, Nov 01RochesterNov 01, 2024, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMRochester, 240 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604, USA
Mon, Nov 04LaBella AssociatesNov 04, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMLaBella Associates, 300 State St #201, Rochester, NY 14614, USA
Wed, Nov 13DoubleTree by HiltonNov 13, 2024, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PMDoubleTree by Hilton, 1111 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, NY 14623, USANov 13, 2024, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PMDoubleTree by Hilton, 1111 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, NY 14623, USACSI Night is a FREE one-day product show with over 60 exhibits! National and regional manufacturers and local suppliers of building materials and services will be showcasing their products and be available to answer your questions. Show them your support by visiting their exhibits and learning more.
Thu, Nov 14Mercantile on MainNov 14, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMMercantile on Main, 240 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604, USA
Mon, Nov 18RIT MAGIC Spell Studios, Wegmans TheatreNov 18, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMRIT MAGIC Spell Studios, Wegmans Theatre, 300 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623, USA
Wed, Nov 20Flower City Community R @ Five Star BankNov 20, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMFlower City Community R @ Five Star Bank, 395 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY 14620, USANov 20, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMFlower City Community R @ Five Star Bank, 395 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY 14620, USA1 AIA LU | This session will continue to explore the use cases for AI in design and construction, expanding on part one of the series. We'll feature tools embedded in your daily tasks. Watch in awe as we see what AI is currently capable of and anticipate what is coming. With Greg Hale of Hale TiP
Mon, Dec 02virtual eventDec 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – 5:10 PMvirtual event
Thu, Dec 12RochesterDec 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMRochester, 284 Exchange Blvd, Rochester, NY 14608, USA
Thu, Jan 16Flower City Community Room at Five StarJan 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMFlower City Community Room at Five Star , 395 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY 14620, USAJan 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMFlower City Community Room at Five Star , 395 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY 14620, USA4 AIA LU HSW | Join Laura Cooney for a summary of anticipated changes to the NYS Uniform & Energy Codes which will incorporate the 2021 and 2024 applicable I-Codes. The adoption and effective dates are still to be determined but are anticipated in the first quarter of 2025 through mid-spring 2025.
Thu, Feb 06RIT Inn & Conference CenterFeb 06, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMRIT Inn & Conference Center, 5257 W Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, NY 14467, USA
Education
Education requirements vary by state. Check your local jurisdiction. NYS residents can look here.
Examination
The Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) is a multi- division exam that assesses your knowledge and skills.
Experience
You’ll need to document real-world experience through the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®)
AXP Licensing Advisors
AIA Rochester has two AXP Licensing Advisors. Please reach out to either advisor for guidance and answers to your licensing questions:
William C. Dean, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Professor of Architecture and Chair
Department of Architecture and Design
Alfred State College
Julius J. Chiavaroli, AIA
Professor, Department of Architecture
Golisano Institute for Sustainability
Rochester Institute of Technology
Resources & Quick Links
Finding an employer that will support your licensure goals
Best practices in licensure support for firms
ERA News
2023-2024 Emerging Professionals Director
The Emerging Rochester Architects (ERA) is a subcommittee of AIA Rochester, and is chaired by the AIA Rochester Emerging Professionals Director.
Our membership includes associates, architects, and architectural students who have an enthusiasm for architecture, design, and Rochester. ERA is the vehicle for hosting events and programs that are fun, foster professional development, and engage the community with a focus on architecture and design. The broad nature of ERA’s framework allows the members to steer it in a direction that is their passion and will best benefit them, allowing future generations to make ERA their own.
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