Willamette Valley

From Good to Great: Using Client Feedback to Build a Firm of Excellence

In the AEC industry, delivering excellent design and technical solutions on time and on budget is expected. Firms that truly stand out prioritize client experience (CX) — and that starts with listening. In this session, you’ll learn how a thoughtful, well-structured client feedback program can: • Deepen trust and long-term relationships • Uncover blind spots and areas for improvement • Strengthen your reputation and win more work You’ll walk away with practical tools and strategies to launch or improve a feedback process at your firm.

2025 Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC)

Oregon has introduced updated energy codes in the 2025 calendar year to support initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These new codes will require greater efficiency across the building envelope, mechanical, electrical, and service hot water systems for new construction and alterations. This presentation will walk practitioners through the most significant code adjustments and address key strategies to achieve performance targets. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Learn how to find energy codes. Understand why Oregon has updated energy codes. Identify key code changes that impact new building design. Discuss strategies that are practical and cost effective for the most common building types. Credit: 1LU

Eugene AIA/ CSI/ ASLA Summer Picnic

AIA Eugene, CSI Willamette Valley Chapter, and ASLA Willamette Valley Section welcome you and a guest to our Annual Summer Social. This year’s event will be held at the Dorris Ranch Barn in Springfield - come enjoy an evening gathering where you can relax, reconnect and re-engage with fellow members. Family is welcome! (You will be responsible for your children). We’re sorry, but pets are not allowed at the venue. AIA, CSI, and ASLA Members and their +1 are free, as well as kids 12 and under. Additional kids from 13+ are $10. Non-members / additional adult guests (21 and over) are $25. Each adult ticket includes one (1) complimentary drink ticket, good for beer, cider, or wine. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.