AIA Kentucky: A Society of The American Institute of Architects

Member Programs

Emerging Professionals

Welcome to the Emerging Professionals Page

by Neil Esser, Assoc. AIA

Are you an Emerging professional? AIA members who are looking to become licensed architects in the near future can find current news on IDP, ARE, and related topics here.

This page has career development tools, links to great resources, and important events that pertain to an emerging professional.

I hope you find this page as helpful as I do!

All the best,

Neil Esser, Assoc. AIA
Kentucky State IDP Coordinator

Have any IDP questions?

Contact your Kentucky State Coordinator

Look forward to new content as we will be rolling out a mailing list to sign-up for to stay abreast on events within the state, such as IDP tours, Emerging Professional awards, and other events!

Intern Development Program

IDP Resources and Coordinators

Intern Development Program (IDP)
is a requirement in Kentucky to obtain an Architecture License.

When to Start IDP:
One can earn IDP experience once you have successfully established one of the following:

1. Enrollment in a NAAB/CACB-accredited degree program.

2. Enrollment in a pre-professional architecture degree program at a school that offers a NAAB/CACB-accredited degree program.

3. Employment in work setting A after obtaining a U.S. high school diploma, General Education Degree (GED) equivalent, or comparable foreign degree.

But you must register first with NCARB! Registration is free!
Getting Started

How to get more information:
This page links to resources that will provide more information about IDP and lists of Coordinators who are available to assist you with any questions or concerns about your IDP process. Feel free to contact anyone you may know on any list.
For more information, please go to ncarb.org

2011 Kentucky IDP Coordinators

Kentucky State Coordinator	Neil Esser, Assoc. AIA
University of Kentucky IDP Educator Coordinator	Mark O'Bryan AIA
East Kentucky Chapter Coordinator	--OPEN--
Central Kentucky Chapter Coordinator	Jean-Paul Grivas, AIA
Northern Kentucky Chapter Coordinator	--OPEN--

Become an
IDP Auxillary Coordinator!

IDP Links and Resources

IDP in the News

October 2010, IDP changes

A.R.E. Study Materials Available

Housed at UK College of Design Library

AIA Kentucky has purchased a set of A.R.E. Study Materials for placement
at the UK College of Design Library. The following items are available for
check-out in accordance with Library policy:

1. Complete overview of Architect Registration Exam:
ARE Review Manual, 2008; by Ballast
2. Building Systems:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (BS); by Ballast
3. Construction Documents & Services:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (CDS); by Ballast
4. Building Design & Construction Systems:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (BDC); by Ballast
5. Structural Systems:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (SS); by Taher
6. Programming, Planning & Practice:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (PPP); by Ballast
7. Site Planning & Design:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (SPD); by Ballast
8. Schematic Design:
ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam (SD); by Ballast
9. Solutions:
Understanding the Graphic Vignettes; by Norman Dorf

Regional Associate Director's Reports

Learn what's going on nationally!

Read the latest reports from the National Associates Committee, provided by AIA Ohio Valley Region Associate Director Brian McAlexander, Assoc. AIA.

March 2011 RAD Report

April 2011 RAD Report

May 2011 RAD Report

June 2011 RAD Report

July 2011 RAD Report

September 2011 RAD Report

October 2011 RAD Report

November 2011 RAD Report

Spring Edition: NAC Architectural Design Journal

Now accepting submissions for fall edition

Forward 111: Landscape

Art, architecture and landscape can be a process that forces discussion, questions the status quo and transforms society. Landscape is strategic thinking on a multiplicity of scales that engages economic, cultural, political, legal, and geographical processes to actively shape and transform our communities. This issue of Forward highlights the opportunities offered by landscape's ubiquitousness and expansive scale to shape our cities and drive progressive change.

Forward is the bi-annual Architectural Design Journal of the NAC and welcomes the submission of essays, projects and responses to articles. Submitted materials are subject to editorial review. All issues are themed, so articles and projects are selected relative to the issue’s specific subject. The theme for the fall issue, Forward 211, is Adaptation.

Please contact the Forward Director, Christina Noble, at Christina.Noble@gmail.com if you are interested in contributing

Quick Links:

AIA Kentucky Calendar

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AIA/CES Frequently Asked Questions

Download 2007 Kentucky Building Code (updated November 30, 2011)

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K-12 School Facilities Resource

AIA Contract Documents
Knowledge Base The Latest Economic
News from AIA

Architectural Record
Special Renewal Offer
for AIA KY Members

Careers in Architecture

Information for Emerging Professionals

A.R.E. Testing Materials
20% Discount to AIA members

KY Board of Architects Join the AIA

AIA members with the AIA or FAIA credential after their names on this site have been licensed as an architect in at least one state. Click here to verify licensure in Kentucky.

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