CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS!
AIA Ohio Valley Region Convention
Deadline Extended to April 6th!
October 11-13, 2015
AIA Columbus is pleased to be the host chapter for the 2015 AIA Ohio Valley Region Convention in Columbus, Ohio! This convention will bring architects from AIA Indiana, AIA Kentucky, and AIA Ohio together for three days of programs and activities. The Programming Committee is currently seeking presentations for the convention. If you have an educational presentation, submit it for a chance to present to hundreds of architects around the region. Submit a Presentation Here
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Keynote Speakers Confirmed!
Marshall Brown is a licensed architect and urban designer in Chicago, IL.
Brian MacKay-Lyons, FRAIC, Hon. FAIA, from Nova Scotia, Canada, has contributed to architectural education in the region for 30 years.
Monica Ponce de Leon, AIA, a National Design Award winner, is widely recognized as a pioneer in the application of robotic technology to building fabrication.
More Information
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NEUROSCIENCE CENTER TOUR
Riverside Methodist Hospital
Thursday, April 9, 2015
The Healthcare Committee is pleased to announce a building tour of the Riverside Methodist Hospital Neuroscience Center. This will be a comprehensive tour led by Doug Scholl, AIA of OhioHealth and NBBJ architects on the project, showcasing an environment to support "a unique approach to care unlike any other by fostering collaboration between disciplines and greater convenience and a better patient experience overall."
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Thursday, April 9, 2015
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
1.5 HSW Learning Units
Riverside Methodist Hospital
3535 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43214
$5 - Associate AIA $15 - AIA/Affiliate Member
$30 - Non-AIA Member
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APRIL CHAPTER MEETING
Site & Senses: A Qualitative Analysis of
Green Design
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
The Committee on the Environment is pleased to present David Darling, AIA, IIDA, ASLA of Aidlin Darling Design in San Francisco for the April Chapter Meeting, as part of the COTEducation Series. People spend most of their lives in and around buildings, yet often take for granted their relationships with them. Through a survey of the work of Aidlin Darling Design, this presentation will explore qualitative aspects of progressive green design with a focus on designing for all of the senses and for the human spirit.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2015
5:00 pm Reception
6:00 pm Presentation
1.0 HSW Learning Unit
AIA/Affiliate Member - Free
Non-AIA Member - $20
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COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ART TOUR
Expansion and Renovation
Friday, April 24, 2015
Join us for a building tour of the Columbus Museum of Art expansion, renovation, and the associated site work related to a new main entrance, relocated sculpture garden, and related outdoor spaces. The tour will be led by DesignGroup architect Michael Bongiorno, AIA, LEED AP BD+C.
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Friday, April 24, 2015
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
1.5 HSW Learning Units
Columbus Museum of Art
480 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215
$5 - Associate AIA Members
$15 - AIA/Affiliate Members
$30 - Non-AIA Members
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APRIL MUNCH AND EARN
Using and Specifying Acid-etched Glass or Mirror Interior or Exterior Glass Applications
Thursday April 9, 2015
Join us for lunch and learn in-depth knowledge of acid-etched glass and mirror products. Walker Glass will provide the most up to date and detailed information to understand how performance and design objectives can be achieved with this type of product. This session will cover critical aspects such as, product characteristics, properties, specifications, constructability and LEED Credits to facilitate and improve the decision making process.
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Thursday, April 9, 2015
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
1.0 HSW Learning Unit
Dempsey's Restaurant
346 South High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
AIA/Affiliate Member - $10
Non-AIA Member - $20
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INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION
Call for Entries
Deadline: April 24, 2015
The Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Knowledge Community is seeking outstanding examples of how unique applications of technology have been used to improve design, increase efficiency, improve collaboration or other direct benefit to the design/construction process. Submissions will be reviewed by a jury and the finalists work will be exhibited and presented at the June Chapter Meeting on Tuesday, June 16th. The winning submissions will be announced at the Finalists Presentations Event.
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Finalists work will be exhibited June through July at The Center for Architecture and Design.
AIA Member - $25 per entry
Non-AIA Member - $50 per entry
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ARE STUDY SESSIONS
Schematic Design
Saturday, April 11, 2015
AIA Columbus continues the ARE Review Sessions in 2015. Up next:
Schematic Design
led by Steve Reynolds, AIA. If you are planning on taking exams, sign up for these study sessions and be sure to check out the AIA Ohio Cares Program for a chance to receive grants for passing ARE sections.
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The Center for Architecture and Design
50 West Town St., Suite 110
Columbus, OH 43215
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$15 - Associate AIA Members
$25 - Non-AIA Members
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AROUND THE CHAPTER
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CONGRATULATIONS TO KURT MILLER!! Congratulations to Kurt Miller, Associate AIA for having his Final Thesis Project selected for the 2015 AIA National Emerging Professionals Exhibition to be exhibited at the AIA National Headquarters in Washington, D.C. through the end of April! Check out his project, "Place[ing] a Rural Built Identity" Here. CONGRATULATIONS TO MATTHEW LYTLE & JON STEPHENS!! Congratulations to Matthew Lytle, AIA and Jon Stephens, AIA for being named new partners at Sullivan Bruck Architects! As the firm's founders, Joe Sullivan and Gary Bruck contemplate retirement, they have started to transfer the roles around the firm to support the direction the firm is heading. More Information. |
AROUND THE AIA
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ARCH MADNESS 2015 Every year, the AIA crowns a building 25 to 35 years old that embodies architectural excellence. Which buildings on that list have truly stood the test of time? Vote for your favorites in the March Madness bracket tournament geared toward a collection of buildings that have withstood the test of time! Vote Here. AIA NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Deadline April 1st!
AIA St. Louis announces the 2015 AIA National Photography Competition for Architects. The competition was founded to capture and highlight the multi-talents of the architect.
Winning images from the 2015 will be exhibited at the 2015 AIA Convention in Atlanta, GA and offered to AIA Chapters for digital exhibition after 2015 convention.
Entries are juried by a panel comprised of acclaimed architects, professional photographers or graphic designers.
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AROUND THE PROFESSION
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USGBC DESIGNCOLUMBUS 2015
Join USGBC for DesignColumbus, a sustainable building education day and trade show. This year's topics speak directly to our region's building industry professionals, including; high speed rail in the Midwest, repurposing historic structures, and building within our urban contexts. Plan to attend DesignColumbus 2015 at COSI in Columbus, Ohio on April 20th!
More Information. COLUMBUS STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUMMER COURSES Columbus State Community College is offering 8 week courses in AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUP during the upcoming Summer Semester 2015 starting on May 26th. If you are interested in taking any of these courses to enhance your professional skills then read more here. NATIONAL FUTURE CITY COMPETITION AIA Columbus is proud to sponsor the Future City Competition and want to congratulate the Ohio region winning team of the National Future City Competition, Batavia Middle School, who will be representing Ohio in Washington DC!
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The competition gives middle school students the opportunity to design a city using SimCity software that illustrates futuristic ideas and components. Each team constructs a scale model of their city, and uses recycled material in a creative manner to show how the city functions.
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NEST: BUILD A BETTER BIRDHOUSE DESIGN COMPETITION Deadline Extended!
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The Neighborhood Design Center is proud to announce "Build a Better Birdhouse", a competition connecting architects, ornithologists, artists, designers and wildlife enthusiasts. Individual and team entries are accepted. Winner announced at reception and silent auction at The Center for Architecture and Design on May 6th.
Registration deadline March 30, 2015. Submission deadline April 20, 2015.
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UPCOMING EVENTS! |
March 27 - Healthcare Committee Meeting
April 1 - Technology in Architectural Practice Committee Meeting
April 2 - KSA Mentor Mixer
April 9 - April Munch and Earn
April 9 - Riverside Methodist Hospital Tour
April 11 - ARE Study Session
April 13 - COTE Meeting
April 13 - Center Trustee Meeting
April 14 - AIA Board of Directors Meeting
April 20 - DesignColumbus 2015
April 21 - April Chapter Meeting
April 24 - Columbus Museum of Art Tour
To view all upcoming AIA Columbus events, see our calendar.
*AIA Columbus Committee Meetings are open to all members. Committee descriptions are available
here
. Please contact
Gwen
for more information about getting involved in a committee.
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