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AIA CHARLOTTE CONNECTION NEWSLETTER
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Feb. 9, 2015
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| Associates: BDCS Study Group |
The AIA BDCS study group will start on February 17th at 6:30pm at Starbucks on East Blvd.
Anyone interested in joining should email Taylor Milner at [email protected].
Taylor can provide information for study materials and etc.
Currently the study group meets every Tuesday at 6:30pm. The location is subject to change based on group size but is currently held at the Starbucks on East Blvd.
Also, follow the CLT ARE study group blog for notifications on meeting times, webinars, and useful study info.
http://aiacassociatedirector.blogspot.com/
After BDCS, we will study for Building Systems likely mid-late March.
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| Quick List: Upcoming Events & Continuing Education Opportunities |
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| 5:30 - 6:30 | Civic by Design: Film Screening "Urbanized" Part 2 |
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| 2:00 - 3:15 | UNCC Lecture: Lisa Gray, FAIA |
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| 5:00 - 8:30 | Architectural Record Multi-Unit Housing Symposium | 2 LUs | |
| 12:00 - 1:00 | Small Firm Roundtable: Airolite | Kuester Sales | 1 HSW | |
| 5:30 - 7:00 | EP Private tour of "British Invasion" Exhibit |
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| 5:30 - 7:30 | Prefabrication Techniques within the Construction Industry |
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| 5:30 - 7:00 | UNCC Opening Reception: Dirty Geometries |
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| 6:00 - 8:00 | Mint Museum CAD Lecture: Mikyoung Kim |
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| 8:00 - 5:00 | UNCC School of Architecture CareerEXPO2015 |
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| 6:00 - 8:00 | Bechtler Modernism+Film: Peter Eisenman: Building Germany's Holocaust Memorial | 1 LU |
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| Small Firm Roundtable: Airolite | Kuester Sales |
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Thursday, February 12 | 12:00 - 1:00
Dilworth Neighborhood Grille | 911 E. Morehead Street
Alan Kuester will present "Architectural Louver Performance Ratings" RSVP here
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| Emerging Professionals: Private tour of the current Bechtler Museum of Modern Art Exhibit "British Invasion" |
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 Thursday, February 12 | 5:30 p.m.
Bechtler | 420 S. Tryon St.
Interested in learning more about Modern Art? Join the AIA YAF in a private guided tour of the current exhibit at the Bechtler. "British Invasion" is a representation of British art found principally in the Bechtler collection from the 1950s through the 1970s. The works include prints, drawings, sculpture and paintings. This tour will be led and narrated by a Becthler docent who will introduce the collection and explain some of the history and significance of the artists and their art. This will be followed up by a happy hour afterwards!
For AIA Emerging Professionals only (AIA Charlotte associates and YAF - licensed 10 years or less) RSVP here
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| Congratulations 2015 AIA Fellows - South Atlantic Region |
| Robin Fran Abrams, FAIA | AIA Triangle | | Gary B. Coursey, FAIA | AIA Atlanta | | J. Michael Cox, FAIA | AIA Asheville | | Ray Huff, FAIA | AIA Charleston | | Renee Basist Hutcheson, FAIA | AIA Triangle | | Thomas Jerry Lominack, FAIA | AIA Savannah | | Alicia Ravetto, FAIA | AIA Triangle | | Anne Kolman Smith, FAIA | AIA Savannah | | Charles Leroy Travis, III, FAIA | AIA Charlotte
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Congratulations all!!
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Save the Date
Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Committee Upcoming Events |
 Tuesday, March 3 at 12:00 p.m.
First TAP Collaboration Series of 2015: BIM Implementation
Look for registration opening soon!
TAP University: Full-day symposium
Thursday, April 16 at Charlotte Convention Center
The conference is a unique opportunity for technology leaders to:
- Share ideas and insights with industry peers and users
- Explore and test the latest trends and technologies
- Share technologies used on real-world projects
- Network with experts in your field
There are several sponsorship opportunities! Interested? Contact committee chair Allen Angle at [email protected] |
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| Upcoming UNC Charlotte Events |
 Registration: CareerEXPO2015
Event Date: Friday, February 20, 2015
Employers from across the region representing the fields of Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design and Regional Planning will come to UNC Charlotte to showcase their firms' work, build relationships with the School of Architecture, and interview potential candidates for summer, part-time, and full-time employment. CareerEXPO2015 is hosted by the School of Architecture and SoA's Student Chapter of the AIA. More info here
Lecture: Lisa Gray, FAIA - "Constraints"
February 11, 2:00 p.m. | UNCC Storrs Lecture Hall
Lisa Gray is a founding Principal and Partner at Gray Organschi Architecture in New Haven, a firm recognized nationally for its residential, institutional and landscape infrastructure design. Gray Organschi's work includes private houses, adaptive re-use and reclamation of existing structures, educational buildings, devotional spaces, timber bridge design and park structures. More info here |
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| AIA Convention 2015: Call for Volunteers |
Interested AIA members are encouraged to sign up for volunteer opportunities at the AIA Convention 2015 in Atlanta, May 14-16. Members who commit to at least four (4) time slots will receive full complementary registration to the Convention. Sign up here.
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| Mecklenburg County Request for Qualifications |
Land Use and Environmental Services Agency (LUESA) Relocation
Mecklenburg County is requesting the submission of a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from interested firms for architectural/engineering design services for the interior renovation and systems furniture design of an existing 100,000SF facility located in Mecklenburg County. More details here
MEDIC- Mecklenburg EMS Agency - Headquarters and Operations Relocation
Mecklenburg County is requesting the submission of a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from interested firms for architectural/engineering design services for the relocation of the MEDIC headquarters and operations within Mecklenburg County. MEDIC will be relocating from existing facilities that total approximately 115,000sf. More details here
Deadline: February 9 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| Civic by Design: Film Screening "Urbanized" - Part 2 |
Tuesday, February 10 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Special Location - Uptown Library 310 N. Tryon Street
Join us for Part 2 of the award winning film Urbanized; Part 1 at January's Civic By Design Forum generated lively discussion. Urbanized is a feature-length documentary about the design of cities, which looks at the issues and strategies behind urban design and features some of the world's foremost architects, planners, policymakers, builders, and thinkers. Over half the world's population now lives in an urban area, and 75% will call a city home by 2050. But while some cities are experiencing explosive growth, others are shrinking. More details here >>
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| Architectural Record Multi-Unit Housing Symposium: February 11 |
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LCI Carolinas Community of Practice
Prefabrication Techniques within the Construction Industry |
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 Thursday, February 12 | 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery | 4150 Yancey Road
By combining Lean Construction Practices and Offsite Prefabrication, presenters Messer Construction, Kirlin Carolinas, and Pivotek will walk us through the technology, techniques, and equipment they are using to accelerate project schedules, to increase the quality of the finished product, to reduce construction costs, and to enhance workers' safety. The presentation will focus on real world case studies to demonstrate how the use of prefabrication can enhance the success of almost any project.
The presentation will be geared towards Designers, Owners, and Contractors alike, showing how coordination and designing around prefabrication early in the process helps save both design and construction time. More info here >> Register here >>
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| $5,000 Student Scholarship Application Released |
2015 a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA Scholarship Now Accepting Applications
This scholarship was initiated in 1990 by a/e ProNet, a group of insurance professionals providing risk management services to architects and engineers. In 1999, the scholarship was renamed for David W. Lakamp. Mr. Lakamp was a founder of a/e ProNet and a trusted advisor to the profession. He left behind a legacy of professionalism and integrity that set new standards in the field of insurance services. Two students, who best demonstrate strong interest in practice and risk management, will each receive a $5,000 award. Eligible applicants must demonstrate an interest/or concentration in practice or risk management. More info and apply online here >> |
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Career Center: Latest Job Postings
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(New!) MMPA (Greensboro, NC) | Project Architect - 2 positions
The successful candidate will have a minimum 10 years' experience in the offices of an Architect. Proven design experience, ability to produce full construction documents in AutoCAD or Revit, spec writing and experience managing a team of Architects, Engineers and Interior Designers are required. More details here
(New!) Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement | Code Official
This position is responsible for performing plan review examinations and inspections on mostly complex residential and commercial projects. Makes decisions or judgments on the interpretation of state building codes, approves or disapproves construction documents/inspections and communicates results to design professionals orally or in writing. More details here
(New!) Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement | BIM Navigator
Examines plans, BIM models, and specifications for compliance with North Caorlina State Building Codes. Makes decisions or judgments on the interpretation of State Building Codes; approves or disapproves construction documents and communicates results to owner's team orally, or in writing. More details here
(New!) 505Design | Project Architect
505Design Charlotte, Inc. is seeking a highly creative, dedicated, self-motivated Project Architect to help grow and lad our Production Studio in Charlotte. We are seeking a licensed architect with a minimum of 10 years of experience and the ability to develop and execute design concepts. More details here
(New!) Insight Architects | Intern Architect or Newly Licensed Architect
We are looking for an intern architect or newly licensed architect with a passion for architecture and design. The young professional should be self-directed and motivated and will have the opportunity to work as part of our team on current and upcoming projects from pre-design to construction administration. More details here
(New!) LS3P | Multiple Positions
Administrative Assistant More details here
Construction Contract Administrator More details here
Project Architect More details here
Architectural Intern More details here
(New!) Little | Multiple Positions
Project Architect/Manager (two opportunities) More details here
Interior Designer More details here
Jr. Interior Designer More details here
Project Facilitator/Administrative Assistant More details here
Interior Architect More details here
(New!) Creech & Associates | Intern Architect
Creech & Associates,a leading regional architectural firm, seeks an intern architect with 2 to 4 years of experience for the Charlotte Studio. Candidates must be competent with AutoCAD, Revit 2014 and Photoshop CS 5.1. Interested applicants should have experience in commercial projects, preferably civic and/or higher education project types. Please forward resumes to Creech & Associates, PLLC, attn. John Crawford ( [email protected])
BB+M Architecture | Project Architect
5-10 years of experience. Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited institution. Proficiency in Revit that includes experience phase of design is preferred. Licensed Architect or licensure track required. More details here
BB+M Architecture | Intern Architect
0-5 years of experience. Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited institution. Proficiency in Revit that includes experience each phase of design is preferred. Proficiency is the following software: AutoCad, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Sketchup. More details here
Craft Design Studio, PLLC | Intern Architect
Craft Design Studio (CDS) is seeking a full-time Intern Architect with 2-4 years experience. The ideal candidate is a talented individual who is interested in or passionate about traditional architecture, detail oriented, thorough, knowledgeable, organized, and looking to further their career in architecture. More details here
C design Inc. | Interior Designer
We are currently seeking an experienced Interior Designer with 2-8 years of experience with an accredited Bachelors degree in Architecture or Interior Design. All applicants should possess a detailed eye for design, strong technical ability and excellent organizational and leadership skills. Strong computer and presentation skills with software applications such as InDesign, AutoCAD and Sketch-Up are preferred. Revit experience a plus. More details here
Hart & Hickman, PC | AutoCAD Draftsman
We are seeking a full-time AutoCAD draftsman, to be based in our Charlotte office. The work includes working with environmental consulting engineers, geologists and scientists to prepare figures and design drawings related to environmental conditions at project sites, remediation systems utilized for cleanup, and related graphics works for our Charlotte and Raleigh clients. More details here
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement | Director of Inspections
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with extensive experience in the design and construction business, and a passion for working in the regulatory side of construction. The Director of Inspections is part of a triumvirate that leads Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement.
This position is responsible for delivery of all building-electrical-mechanical-plumbing code compliance inspections, in one of the largest authorities in the Southeast. More details here
Terracon Consultants, Inc. | Multiple Positions
We are seeking to fill multiple positions for projects managers, senior technicians and drafting services for our NC and SC offices. Experience in building enclosure systems is preferred. Duties will include window, building envelope, roofing and waterproofing evaluation, design, investigation, performance testing, project management and quality control. Strong leadership, management and business development skills are desired. More details here
Cline Design | Intern Architect & Project Manager
Intern Architect | Project Architect: Candidate must have a minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience. the candidate must possess strong design skills, strong graphic ability with 3D modeling and rendering experience, ability to work from Schematic Design through the Construction Document phase.
Project Manager | Sr. Project Manager: Candidate must have significant Revit experience and design skills with large, complex urban projects - specifically multi-family residential and mixed-use projects. Candidate will oversee and direct multiple projects, organize project scheduling & contracts, manage project team, client and consultant coordination.
KSQ Architects | Marketing Coordinator
KSQ seeks a Marketing Coordinator to join its marketing team and support efforts nationwide. This position requires an enthusiastic self-starter who is versatile producer-coordinator with a strong graphic eye. Successful candidate will have 7-10 years prior experience (preferably within the design or A/E/C industry), and a strong understanding of graphic design and software, including Adobe CS. More details here
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