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Board RetreatFebruary 5. 2021

Environment

AIA FRAMEWORK FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE RACE + ARCHITECTURE PATIO CAFES AIA CODE OF ETHICS REVISIONS EDI TASK FORCE MCAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING + SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN AWARDS YDPDI CLIENT CONVERSATIONS AAO KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIES WINTER PLACES NET ZERO ADVOCACY CITYPRINT MODEL COPA YOUTH EDUCATION DESIGN + JUSTICE YW + BSA BOAT TOURS DURABLES APPRENTICE LEARNING GREEN RIBBON COMMISSION URBAN DESIGN WORKSHOPS AIA TRUST AIA GUIDE TO BOSTON MATTER + OPINION GINGERBREAD EXHIBITIONS CANSTRUCTION HOMEOWNER’S PROJECT HANDBOOK FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION AIA CONTRACT DOCS FUTURE DECKER VISION CHELSEA CREEK BUILDING ENCLOSURES COUNCIL ARE STUDY GROUPS CASE ABX AIA BLUEPRINT FOR BETTER MISSION GRAMMAR PLAYGROUND COLLEGE FAIR FAMILIES FOR JUSTICE AS HEALING MASS/CASS BPS BRIDGE TO SUCCESS EMBODIED CARBON 101 AIA 2030 COMMITTMENT BSA JOBS PAGE GUIDES FOR EQUITABLE PRACTICE 1-90 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

Environment

Summer 2020 - PresentBostonBSA BoardAIA MAGreen Ribbon CommissionMass Climate Action Network Mass CECMembership

According to the Carbon Free Boston 2050 Report, 85 percent of projected building square footage in Boston in 2050 already exists today. In order to achieve carbon neutrality, nearly all of the existing buildings in the city will need to undergo deep energy retrofits that are designed and implemented with a “whole building” approach.

The BSA and collaborators, including Boston’s Green Ribbon Commission, are developing a multifaceted policy and advocacy agenda to move the City of Boston towards a carbon free future.

ADVOCATE

NET ZERO ADVOCACYEnvironment

NETZERO ADVOCACYEnvironment | Advancing Architecture

Challenges

Successes

Knowledge leadership (case studies) BSA and AIA MA have divergent agendas Policy shifts take time

New collaborators for other initiativesSynthesizing other impact areas (housing) New audiences

Opportunities Further align with partner orgs like MCAN and BE+ as well as university partners to build on case studies and use them to advocate for net zero building code

Lessons Takes a lot of time, partnership and resources to work on advocacy issues. There are also some great ways to connect issues of equity, climate, community and advancing architecture that are embodied in this work.

June - August 2020 (live)Current (on-demand via AIAU)BostonCarbon Leadership Forum (KnoCo)EC101 Advisory Group

Buildings contribute about 40% of the world’s carbon emissions, and embodied carbon is a big slice of the pie. Embodied Carbon 101 is designed to help AEC professionals understand embodied carbon and immediately apply that knowledge to projects to reduce emissions and get to zero carbon. Unlike operational carbon, which can be reduced during a building’s lifetime, embodied carbon is “locked in” as soon as a building is completed. Over 12 courses, participants learn how to measure, manage, and implement practical solutions from expert practitioners including architects and sustainable building product manufacturers.

EDUCATE

EMBODIED CARBON 101Environment

EMBODIED CARBON 101Environment | Advancing Architecture

Challenges

Successes

Development timelineCultivating a diverse array of expert speakers Complex subject matter

Several hundred attendeesSeries now offered by AIAUBroad access increases professional literacyBSA positioned as a leader in EC

Opportunities Accessible passive educational contentApply learning to real-time projectsEC 201

Lessons BSA community is still early along on the EC journey, and they would benefit from guidance/working sessions on how to implement concepts and tools in their day-to-day work and to develop buy-in at the firm level.

May to December 2020 (Phase 1)East BostonThe HarborkeepersSCAPEUtileBSLACargo Ventures

In May of 2020 The Harborkeepers launched a 6-month long visioning, planning and engagement process to re-imagine the abandoned MBTA/MassDOT-owned railway site along the industrial shoreline of Lower Cheslea Creek in East Boston.

Through a transparent, open community and stakeholder engagement process, the Vision Chelsea Creek team will work together to design and develop a comprehensive vision for the site, inclusive of various needs and priorities, and building on waterfront and open space advocacy; community aspirations; industry and maritime uses and the needs of multiple stakeholders.

ADVISE

VISION CHELSEA CREEKEnvironment

VISION CHELSEA CREEKEnvironment | Equity | Community

Challenges

Successes

A complex array of competing interestsInclusivity of digital engagementCoordination with Boston’s climate initiatives

Transparent, collaborative process Broad stakeholder participationDemonstration of a process that balances community needs and priorities within frameworks of equity, access, and social and ecological resilience

Opportunities Continued engagement in Phase 2Sharing this model as a paradigm: private/public/design/regulatory inputs

Lessons Engage and coordinate with the City Digital collaboration can workThe BSA as a mediator and translator between designer, community, city

Equity

EquityAIA FRAMEWORK FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE RACE + ARCHITECTURE PATIO CAFES AIA CODE OF ETHICS REVISIONS EDI TASK FORCE MCAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING + SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN AWARDS YDPDI CLIENT CONVERSATIONS AAO KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIES WINTER PLACES NET ZERO ADVOCACY CITYPRINT MODEL COPA YOUTH EDUCATION DESIGN + JUSTICE YW + BSA BOAT TOURS DURABLES APPRENTICE LEARNING GREEN RIBBON COMMISSION URBAN DESIGN WORKSHOPS AIA TRUST AIA GUIDE TO BOSTON MATTER + OPINION GINGERBREAD EXHIBITIONS CANSTRUCTION HOMEOWNER’S PROJECT HANDBOOK FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION AIA CONTRACT DOCS FUTURE DECKER VISION CHELSEA CREEK BUILDING ENCLOSURES COUNCIL ARE STUDY GROUPS CASE ABX AIA BLUEPRINT FOR BETTER MISSION GRAMMAR PLAYGROUND COLLEGE FAIR FAMILIES FOR JUSTICE AS HEALING MASS/CASS BPS BRIDGE TO SUCCESS EMBODIED CARBON 101 AIA 2030 COMMITTMENT BSA JOBS PAGE GUIDES FOR EQUITABLE PRACTICE 1-90 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

2018- PresentBostonBSA BoardEDI Task ForceEDI Knowledge CommunityYW Boston

In 2018, a BSA Board Task Force developed a report addressing equity, diversity, and inclusion and opposing harassment in the profession and the BSA organization. Today, we are prioritizing and updating actionable strategies. The first step is to listen to and collaborate with those within the profession and our communities affected by the injustices and inequities of racism.

We have engaged with YW Boston who offered its Stand Against Racism training for the Boards and staff.

EDUCATE

YW BOSTON + BSA EDI EFFORTSEquity

YW + BSA EDIEquity| Advancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

Multiple, simultaneous initiativesLack of clarity about objectivesThis is a movement, not a moment

EDI Knowledge CommunityYW guidance to think critically and reflectivelyShared language, principles to begin to address systemic racism at various scales

Opportunities

Lessons

YW Equity Action Plan as a framework to guide the goals and actions throughout 2021Membership is energized to participate

The project of undoing systemic racism and inequity does not happen overnight. Goals should be clearly defined and responsibilities for moving towards these goals should be clearly identified.

July - November 2020February 2021 - BostonBSA BoardMembershipBosNOMAEDI Network

The mission of Race & Architecture is to examine the conditions of inequity within our society and profession, and demonstrate how architecture and design can make an impact through education, practice, and community.

Race and Architecture platform serves as an incubator, accelerator and a connector of ideas on behalf of the BSA to do it’s part to solve systemic issues in the built environment through a racial equity lens.

EDUCATE

RACE + ARCHITECTURE PLATFORMEquity

RACE + ARCHITECTUREEquity| Advancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

Another Zoom “program”Lack of dialogue / audience contributionHow to listen and learn as a precursor to action

Critical discussion on relevant issuesSparked opportunities for more nuanced and continued conversations

Opportunities Promising “impact” in a non-program way - Race & Architecture “2021” will be platform serving as an incubator, accelerator and a connector of ideas for the community and partners.

Lessons Takes a lot of time, partnerships and resources to develop a mission and vision. With the Feb 9 Workshop we can engage more leaders in the 3 focus areas and come away with more objectives.

Summer 2020Fall + Spring SemestersSummer 2021BostonApprentice LearningBPS Middle School StudentsVolunteer Architects

Apprentice Learning provides real world work experiences for BPS middle school students. The BSA helps the organization to leverage design as a viable career option. The BSA has continued our long-term partnership with Apprentice Learning, bringing hands-on design to students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

EDUCATE

APPRENTICE LEARNING / YOUTH EDUCATIONEquity

APPRENTICE LEARNINGEquity| Advancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

Being in service to another org means evaluation and tracking students over the long term is a challenge as the BSA and the partner’s priorities are not always shared.

Featured in Boston Opportunity Agenda’s Generation Success ToolkitsPartner satisfaction - ongoing collaboration.Lead to contract with another orgSatisfaction of the students and volunteers.

Opportunities Using Apprentice Learning as a model for future partnerships. Deepening this relationship to investigate larger scale opportunities and potential funding.

Lessons BSA’s K-12 Design Education programs will depend on partnerships; but can we see partnerships as not just a delivery of services, but rather-- intentionally, co-crafted initiatives that align in mission, vision, and ultimately, deliver true impact.

Community

CommunityAIA FRAMEWORK FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE RACE + ARCHITECTURE PATIO CAFES AIA CODE OF ETHICS REVISIONS EDI TASK FORCE MCAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING + SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN AWARDS YDPDI CLIENT CONVERSATIONS AAO KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIES WINTER PLACES NET ZERO ADVOCACY CITYPRINT MODEL COPA YOUTH EDUCATION DESIGN + JUSTICE YW + BSA BOAT TOURS DURABLES APPRENTICE LEARNING GREEN RIBBON COMMISSION URBAN DESIGN WORKSHOPS AIA TRUST AIA GUIDE TO BOSTON MATTER + OPINION GINGERBREAD EXHIBITIONS CANSTRUCTION HOMEOWNER’S PROJECT HANDBOOK FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION AIA CONTRACT DOCS FUTURE DECKER VISION CHELSEA CREEK BUILDING ENCLOSURES COUNCIL ARE STUDY GROUPS CASE ABX AIA BLUEPRINT FOR BETTER MISSION GRAMMAR PLAYGROUND COLLEGE FAIR FAMILIES FOR JUSTICE AS HEALING MASS/CASS BPS BRIDGE TO SUCCESS EMBODIED CARBON 101 AIA 2030 COMMITTMENT BSA JOBS PAGE GUIDES FOR EQUITABLE PRACTICE 1-90 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

2020-2021BostonMayor’s Housing iLabDNDLocal Voices NetworkWentworthEnvironment DepartmentBoston Public LibraryResidents of Boston

The Future Decker exploration provides an entry point to understanding the complexities of building middle-scale, multifamily housing.

By first taking a look at the iconic triple-decker, residents and other partners were asked to reflect on their experiences with triple-deckers in the City, as well as envisioning possible futures of this building type: the future-decker.

COLLABORATE

FUTURE DECKERCommunity

FUTURE DECKEREnvironment | Equity | Community

Challenges

Successes

COVID-19 Pivot to virtual conversationsEngaging audiences beyond the typical

New, sustained, and varied partnershipsStrong audience engagement/participation60+ attendees to re-imagine strategies for designing and developing anti-racist housing

Opportunities Developing competition focus areasContinued engagement with partnersUnderstanding the history of multifamily housing in Boston

Lessons Who is impacted by this work?Identify and name injustices that stand in the way of equitable access to housing in Boston; Policies, practices, and perceptions all inform conversations about housing

2020-2021BostonBoston Architectural CollegeFallow, MASS Design GroupNew Urban MechanicsOffice of Recovery ServicesAHOPEACLU MA

INVESTIGATE

MASS / CASSCommunity

This on-going research investigates the role of design and designers in the geographies of care surrounding Mass Ave and Melnea Cass.

Narratives about place indicate how public discourses shape the character of problems and set the frameworks for policy, planning, and design decisions. To understand the intersections of housing insecurity, substance use disorder, public health and community well-being it is imperative to consider how social problems are constructed.

MASS/CASSEquity | Community

Challenges

Successes

Ambiguity of ownership and accountability COVID: Difficult to engage with most impacted populationsResources to transform student work into professional work

Network of stakeholders and collaboratorsWork shared nationally (Oklahoma/Detroit)Sustained partnerships with city agencies

Opportunities Work to be developed Engaging KCs and schools Examining other geographies

Lessons Can fizzle without sustained effortsExamining equity and justice in the built environment might encourage an expanded understanding of architecture’s services

2020-2021Boston40 + Grassroots interest groups BSA MembersAEC ProfessionalsClimate ActivistsDesign LoversPublic Audiences

CONVENE

KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIESCommunity

BSA member groups, networks, and committees are forums for discussuon, new ideas, and professional growth. All are welcome.

KCs are typically maintained by BSA members and span a range of topic areas, from the Global Design Initiative for Refugee Children, to the LGBTQ Network, to the Building Enclosures Council. Up to 30 Knowledge Community meetings occur monthly.

KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIESAdvancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

KnoCo’s are a well kept secretA more diverse array of participantsExpanding reach to broader audiences

KCs aligned with BSA impact areasSeveral committees involved in policy-shaping initiatives Focus on equity and environmentDigital meetings, asynchronous engagement

Opportunities Collaborative potential beyond the scope of the groups themselves - in creative problem solving, affecting policy change, and the core impact areas as outlined by the BSA.

Lessons There is a need to balance virtual with in-person gatherings: hybrid models are being explored.

Advancing Architecture

Advancing ArchitectureAIA FRAMEWORK FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE RACE + ARCHITECTURE PATIO CAFES AIA CODE OF ETHICS REVISIONS EDI TASK FORCE MCAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING + SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN AWARDS YDPDI CLIENT CONVERSATIONS AAO KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIES WINTER PLACES NET ZERO ADVOCACY CITYPRINT MODEL COPA YOUTH EDUCATION DESIGN + JUSTICE YW + BSA BOAT TOURS DURABLES APPRENTICE LEARNING GREEN RIBBON COMMISSION URBAN DESIGN WORKSHOPS AIA TRUST AIA GUIDE TO BOSTON MATTER + OPINION GINGERBREAD EXHIBITIONS CANSTRUCTION HOMEOWNER’S PROJECT HANDBOOK FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION AIA CONTRACT DOCS FUTURE DECKER VISION CHELSEA CREEK BUILDING ENCLOSURES COUNCIL ARE STUDY GROUPS CASE ABX AIA BLUEPRINT FOR BETTER MISSION GRAMMAR PLAYGROUND COLLEGE FAIR FAMILIES FOR JUSTICE AS HEALING MASS/CASS BPS BRIDGE TO SUCCESS EMBODIED CARBON 101 AIA 2030 COMMITTMENT BSA JOBS PAGE GUIDES FOR EQUITABLE PRACTICE 1-90 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

Advancing ArchitectureAIA FRAMEWORK FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE RACE + ARCHITECTURE PATIO CAFES AIA CODE OF ETHICS REVISIONS EDI TASK FORCE MCAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING + SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN AWARDS YDPDI CLIENT CONVERSATIONS AAO KNOWLEDGE COMMUNITIES WINTER PLACES NET ZERO ADVOCACY CITYPRINT MODEL COPA YOUTH EDUCATION DESIGN + JUSTICE YW + BSA BOAT TOURS DURABLES APPRENTICE LEARNING GREEN RIBBON COMMISSION URBAN DESIGN WORKSHOPS AIA TRUST AIA GUIDE TO BOSTON MATTER + OPINION GINGERBREAD EXHIBITIONS CANSTRUCTION HOMEOWNER’S PROJECT HANDBOOK FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION AIA CONTRACT DOCS FUTURE DECKER VISION CHELSEA CREEK BUILDING ENCLOSURES COUNCIL ARE STUDY GROUPS EPNET AIA BLUEPRINT FOR BETTER MISSION GRAMMAR PLAYGROUND COLLEGE FAIR FAMILIES FOR JUSTICE AS HEALING MASS/CASS BPS BRIDGE TO SUCCESS EMBODIED CARBON 101 AIA 2030 COMMITTMENT BSA JOBS PAGE GUIDES FOR EQUITABLE PRACTICE 1-90 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

2019-PresentBostonMembershipBSA Knowledge CommunitiesAEC ProfessionalsKnowledge ExpertsThought Leaders

IDEATE

MATTER + OPINION

Matter & Opinion (M&O) is a series of conversations that transform practice. Digging into emerging and pressing issues in design practice, M&O convenes experts and builds momentum around a variety of topics to spark action and to strengthen and diversify the future of architectural practice.


MATTER + OPINIONAdvancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

Conception vs reality of delivering contentBenefits of conferences vs program seriesEmergent topics and ideas = difficult to identify the “right” topic at the “right” time

Well received and well attendedGenerating other KCs and initiativesExpanding audiences (educators)

Opportunities Positioning the BSA as a thought leaderCircular Economy - advancing practice in environment and businessMore frequent, more financially accessible practices

Lessons Conferences are hard to deliver online. Community-building potential following special-topics programs

OngoingBostonCommittee on Public AppointmentsMunicipalitiesPublic CommissionsBSA Membership

ADVOCATE

COPA

The City of Boston has requested that the BSA nominate architects to serve on several City Boards or Commissions. Local historical commissions, Zoning and Planning Boards, the city, and its constituents benefit from the insight of architects. The BSA’s Committee on Public Appointments (COPA) amplifies the role of design knowledge in the delvelopment of public processes and policies.


COPAAdvancing Architecture | Equity | Community

Challenges

Successes

Opacity of processDifficulty identifying candidates

Codifying a process to vet candidatesIntentional efforts to engage membersDiversifying representation of civic oversight

Opportunities Open up COPA - expand outreachCivics for Architects initiative - professionals in public service

Lessons Public commissions often have a big influence on how our communities look and feel and it is important to make sure that these are diverse on all levels. This can advance architecture and promote equity

OngoingBostonEmerging ProfessionalsAssociate AIAsBSA MembersStudentsFirm Principals

CONVENE

EPNet

The BSA Emerging Professionals Network (EPNet) is an active social and professional network. Geared specifically toward recent graduates, Architectural Experience Program™ (AXP ™) participants, young architects, designers, and other design/build professionals, EPNet hosts tours, presentations, firm visits, and other programs. It hosts regular planning meetings, which all interested professionals are encouraged to attend, and a number of programs throughout the year.


EPNetAdvancing Architecture | Community

Challenges

Successes

Shifting from “program” to resourceIdentifying sponsorship or fundingTransitioning chairs

Mentorship is high on the agendaEngaging students in Coffee ConversationsRenewed sense of motivation

Opportunities ARE Collaboration with AIANYARE Advisory resources Mentorship developmentAlternative business/YDPDI workshopsNetworking

Lessons EPNet needs moderate/high guidance, especially for mentorship. Board liaison could provide guidance (especially for sponsorships, grants).

Communications

CommunicationsEstablish the BSA as a thought and community leader.

Communications

Our four focus areas provide focus, clarity, and consistency.


Equity

Environment

Community

Goal 1

Communications

As we clearly tell our story through the impact we are making, members and the media will too.

Communications

Create more effective communications.

Goal 2

Collaborationis key.

Communications

Current state ofe-communications

CommunicationsQuality over quantity.


Design + content focused on impact.


Design + content focused on impact.Make our website workfor us.


Design + content focused on impact.Make our website workfor us.Collaboration + clarity.

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