CONFERENCE - Structures for Inclusion Conference 6, Expanding Design
March 24-26
Morgan Auditorium, Academy of Art University
491 Post Street, San Francisco
Design Corps, in association with Public Architecture and Urban Ecology, is pleased to announce its sixth offering in the Structures for Inclusion (SFI) conference series. Co-chaired by a CED alum and current student, the conference features many CED affiliates, including Professor Renee Chow.
For more information: http://www.designcorps.org/sfi_conference.htm
Monday, February 27, 2006
ReEnvisioning the Delta: the Hub of California's Future
SYMPOSIUM - ReEnvisioning the Delta: the Hub of California's Future
March 16 & 17
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
With images of flooding New Orleans fresh in our minds, attention turns to California's delta, a hub of infrastructure, water supply, and agriculture.
A two-day symposium, ReEnvisioning the Delta will consider the future implications of the ongoing urbanization of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and explore alternative futures for the Delta, emphasizing its key role for infrastructure, agriculture, and open space within the San Francisco-Sacramento-Stockton metropolis.
Registration and tickets required.
For more information: http://www-laep.ced.berkeley.edu/laep/delta.
March 16 & 17
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
With images of flooding New Orleans fresh in our minds, attention turns to California's delta, a hub of infrastructure, water supply, and agriculture.
A two-day symposium, ReEnvisioning the Delta will consider the future implications of the ongoing urbanization of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and explore alternative futures for the Delta, emphasizing its key role for infrastructure, agriculture, and open space within the San Francisco-Sacramento-Stockton metropolis.
Registration and tickets required.
For more information: http://www-laep.ced.berkeley.edu/laep/delta.
Designing for Disaster: The UC Berkeley Seismic Retrofit
ARCHITECTURE LECTURE - Designing for Disaster: The UC Berkeley Seismic Retrofit Program:
Mary Comerio
March 15, 7:30 pm
Sibley Auditorium, UC Berkeley Campus
This lecture is part of the Berkeley-Stanford "Quake'06 Centennial Lecture Series". This series started in October, and the Fall semester was focused on Historical and Social perspectives of the 1906 Earthquake, with speakers Kevin Starr, Malcolm Barker, Steve Tobriner. In the Spring, the focus is on Earth Science, Earthquake Engineering, Preparedness and Disaster Response.
Mary Comerio
March 15, 7:30 pm
Sibley Auditorium, UC Berkeley Campus
This lecture is part of the Berkeley-Stanford "Quake'06 Centennial Lecture Series". This series started in October, and the Fall semester was focused on Historical and Social perspectives of the 1906 Earthquake, with speakers Kevin Starr, Malcolm Barker, Steve Tobriner. In the Spring, the focus is on Earth Science, Earthquake Engineering, Preparedness and Disaster Response.
Holland and Water: A Restless Marriage, Tracy Metz
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING LECTURE - Holland and Water: A Restless Marriage, Tracy Metz
March 13, 7 pm
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Tracy Metz, a native of California who now lives in the Netherlands, is a journalist with the Dutch newspaper NRC Handelsblad. She writes about architecture, urbanism and landscape, and is an international correspondent. She has published books on highways, on manmade 'new nature' and in 2002 a book called FUN! Leisure and Landscape.
March 13, 7 pm
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Tracy Metz, a native of California who now lives in the Netherlands, is a journalist with the Dutch newspaper NRC Handelsblad. She writes about architecture, urbanism and landscape, and is an international correspondent. She has published books on highways, on manmade 'new nature' and in 2002 a book called FUN! Leisure and Landscape.
Roundtable - Community Health and Education
ROUNDTABLE - Community Health and Education
March 8, 5 pm - 7 pm
305 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Kimi Sakashita, Director of Health Policy, City of Berkeley; and Alex Brisco, Alameda Department of Education.
For more information: http://citiesandschools.berkeley.edu/
March 8, 5 pm - 7 pm
305 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Kimi Sakashita, Director of Health Policy, City of Berkeley; and Alex Brisco, Alameda Department of Education.
For more information: http://citiesandschools.berkeley.edu/
Sacramento Alumni Reception
ALUMNI RECEPTION - Sacramento Alumni Reception
March 7, 6 pm
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Please join Dean Harrison Fraker for a CED alumni wine and hors d'oeuvres reception in Sacramento. Take this opportunity to connect and catch up with CED alumni from Sacramento and the surrounding area.
For more information: Meg St. John at megstjohn@berkeley.edu.
March 7, 6 pm
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Please join Dean Harrison Fraker for a CED alumni wine and hors d'oeuvres reception in Sacramento. Take this opportunity to connect and catch up with CED alumni from Sacramento and the surrounding area.
For more information: Meg St. John at megstjohn@berkeley.edu.
Thinking/Drawing: Drawing in an Electronic Age
SYMPOSIUM - Thinking/Drawing: Drawing in an Electronic Age March 3 & 4, 9 am - 5 pm
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
March 3-4, the college will sponsor "Thinking/Drawing: Drawing in an Electronic Age," a two-day symposium examining the need and role for drawing today in the design professions and fine arts. Organized by architecture professor Marc Treib, the program will broadly address the question "Why draw?" by variously examining the dynamic relationships between media, process, thought and environment. A reception will follow the completion of the program.
Admission is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
For more information: http://www.ced.berkeley.edu/events/drawing/
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
March 3-4, the college will sponsor "Thinking/Drawing: Drawing in an Electronic Age," a two-day symposium examining the need and role for drawing today in the design professions and fine arts. Organized by architecture professor Marc Treib, the program will broadly address the question "Why draw?" by variously examining the dynamic relationships between media, process, thought and environment. A reception will follow the completion of the program.
Admission is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
For more information: http://www.ced.berkeley.edu/events/drawing/
College of Environmental Design Job Fair
JOB FAIR - College of Environmental Design Job Fair March 1, 11 am - 4 pm Pauley Ballroom, MLK Student Union Building, UC Berkeley Campus
CED and the Career Center are pleased to announce the 7th Annual CED Job Fair, serving participating firms, as well as professionals and students seeking employment in the exciting fields that comprise Environmental
Design: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, City and Regional Planning, Urban Design, and Urban Studies.
Register now at https://career.berkeley.edu/FairReg/Env.asp.
For more information: Kathy MacClelland (510-642-1096, kmcgss@berkeley.edu) or Jessica Martin
(510-643-7667, jmartin7@berkeley.edu) at the Career Center.
CED and the Career Center are pleased to announce the 7th Annual CED Job Fair, serving participating firms, as well as professionals and students seeking employment in the exciting fields that comprise Environmental
Design: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, City and Regional Planning, Urban Design, and Urban Studies.
Register now at https://career.berkeley.edu/FairReg/Env.asp.
For more information: Kathy MacClelland (510-642-1096, kmcgss@berkeley.edu) or Jessica Martin
(510-643-7667, jmartin7@berkeley.edu) at the Career Center.
Berkeley Planning Journal
DEADLINE - Berkeley Planning Journal Submissions March 1, 2006
The Berkeley Planning Journal (BPJ) is now inviting submissions for a special issue devoted to sustainable transportation in the United States.
The BPJ is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published annually by the graduate students in the Department of City and Regional Planning, at UC Berkeley.
For more information: http://www-dcrp.ced.berkeley.edu/bpj
The Berkeley Planning Journal (BPJ) is now inviting submissions for a special issue devoted to sustainable transportation in the United States.
The BPJ is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published annually by the graduate students in the Department of City and Regional Planning, at UC Berkeley.
For more information: http://www-dcrp.ced.berkeley.edu/bpj
Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning Lecture
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING LECTURE - 'Soft' Regional Management Strategies: A Collaborative Approach to Regional Design & Planning, Thomas Sieverts, Professor Emeritus, Darmstadt Institute of Technology, Town Planning and City Design
February 27, 7 - 8:30 pm
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Tom Sieverts, UC Regent's Lecturer, will address regional design and planning concepts used for the Ruhr District and Region Rhineland in Germany, as well as Vision Bern, Switzerland. Thomas Sieverts' lecture is jointly sponsored with the Global Metropolitan Studies Center.
February 27, 7 - 8:30 pm
112 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Tom Sieverts, UC Regent's Lecturer, will address regional design and planning concepts used for the Ruhr District and Region Rhineland in Germany, as well as Vision Bern, Switzerland. Thomas Sieverts' lecture is jointly sponsored with the Global Metropolitan Studies Center.
Film Screening: Rural Studio
Film Screening- The Rural Studio, Samuel Mockbee, Macarthur Fellow
February 27, 1 pm - 2 pm
170 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley
The hour-long documentary The Rural Studio celebrates MacArthur Fellow Samuel Mockbee's vision of architecture as a catalyst for social change. The film follows his student architects of Auburn University as they help to rebuild the social and physical landscape of a long neglected rural community "brick by recycled brick."
February 27, 1 pm - 2 pm
170 Wurster Hall, UC Berkeley
The hour-long documentary The Rural Studio celebrates MacArthur Fellow Samuel Mockbee's vision of architecture as a catalyst for social change. The film follows his student architects of Auburn University as they help to rebuild the social and physical landscape of a long neglected rural community "brick by recycled brick."
Friday, February 24, 2006
OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries
OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning Feb. 1
Appropriate forms can be found at: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp
Washington, DC -- Beginning February 1, employers must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred last year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced Jan. 13.
Employers are only required to post the Summary (OSHA Form 300A) -- not the OSHA 300 Log -- from Feb.1 to Apr. 30, 2006. OSHA Form 300A can be found at: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp
The summary must list the total numbers of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred in 2005 and were logged on the OSHA 300 form. Employment information about annual average number of employees and total hours worked during the calendar year is also required to assists in calculating incidence rates.
Companies with no recordable injuries or illnesses in 2005 must post the form with zeros on the total line. All establishment summaries must be certified by a company executive. The form is to be displayed in a common area wherever notices to employees are usually posted.
Employers with ten or fewer employees and employers in certain industry groups are normally exempt from federal OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping and posting requirements.
For more information: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp or www.osha.gov
Appropriate forms can be found at: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp
Washington, DC -- Beginning February 1, employers must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred last year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced Jan. 13.
Employers are only required to post the Summary (OSHA Form 300A) -- not the OSHA 300 Log -- from Feb.1 to Apr. 30, 2006. OSHA Form 300A can be found at: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp
The summary must list the total numbers of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred in 2005 and were logged on the OSHA 300 form. Employment information about annual average number of employees and total hours worked during the calendar year is also required to assists in calculating incidence rates.
Companies with no recordable injuries or illnesses in 2005 must post the form with zeros on the total line. All establishment summaries must be certified by a company executive. The form is to be displayed in a common area wherever notices to employees are usually posted.
Employers with ten or fewer employees and employers in certain industry groups are normally exempt from federal OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping and posting requirements.
For more information: http://www.complianceregs.com/forms.asp or www.osha.gov
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
Associates Caucus: Postponed
Just in from Nicki Dennis Stephens at AIA California Council:
"The Associates aren't having a caucus in March - they've decided to hold their three this year starting in May so they can have their third one in conjuction with the Desert Practice Conference."
So all associate members, hold off on your plans to go to Sacramento!
For more information: Contact Nicki at 916/448-9082 or ndennis@aiacc.org
"The Associates aren't having a caucus in March - they've decided to hold their three this year starting in May so they can have their third one in conjuction with the Desert Practice Conference."
So all associate members, hold off on your plans to go to Sacramento!
For more information: Contact Nicki at 916/448-9082 or ndennis@aiacc.org
Lake Merritt Improvements: Townhall Meetings
From the City of Oakland:
Townhall Meetings on Lake Merritt Improvements: Safer Parks, Cleaner Water, More Open Space
Wednesday, February 22, 7-9pm
Saturday, February 25, 10am-12 noon
Oakland City Hall, Hearing Room 1.
In 2002, Oakland voters approved funding for many exciting
improvements to Oakland’s waterfront, and especially Lake Merritt
and the surrounding areas. (Measure DD)
This spring, construction will begin on the first of those improvements.
This is an opportunity for public input. Share your ideas on the plans and ask questions of project planners.
Topics will include:
• Status of tree removal permit
• Restoration plans for the Municipal Boathouse
• Expanding the park, improving safety and reducing lanes along Lakeshore Avenue
• 12th Street – from mini-freeway to green space
• Opportunities for public input
• Construction schedule and impacts
For More Information: Lyle Oehler 510/238-3389
Townhall Meetings on Lake Merritt Improvements: Safer Parks, Cleaner Water, More Open Space
Wednesday, February 22, 7-9pm
Saturday, February 25, 10am-12 noon
Oakland City Hall, Hearing Room 1.
In 2002, Oakland voters approved funding for many exciting
improvements to Oakland’s waterfront, and especially Lake Merritt
and the surrounding areas. (Measure DD)
This spring, construction will begin on the first of those improvements.
This is an opportunity for public input. Share your ideas on the plans and ask questions of project planners.
Topics will include:
• Status of tree removal permit
• Restoration plans for the Municipal Boathouse
• Expanding the park, improving safety and reducing lanes along Lakeshore Avenue
• 12th Street – from mini-freeway to green space
• Opportunities for public input
• Construction schedule and impacts
For More Information: Lyle Oehler 510/238-3389
ICC: 2006 Design Professional Institute
3/21/06-3/22/06
International Code Council: 2006 Design Professional Institute
Expand your design skills at the 2006 Design Professional Institute. Industry experts address topics that include: Architectural applications for designers, accessibility and usability, solving means and egress problems and wind load design. A must attend for: Architects, plans examiners, engineers and other professionals. Earn CEU's/LU's/HSW credit.
Location: Double Tree Hotel Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
For more information: www.iccsafe.org/training or call 1-777-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) x4229 or click here to download the flier.
International Code Council: 2006 Design Professional Institute
Expand your design skills at the 2006 Design Professional Institute. Industry experts address topics that include: Architectural applications for designers, accessibility and usability, solving means and egress problems and wind load design. A must attend for: Architects, plans examiners, engineers and other professionals. Earn CEU's/LU's/HSW credit.
Location: Double Tree Hotel Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
For more information: www.iccsafe.org/training or call 1-777-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) x4229 or click here to download the flier.
ICC: 2006 Codes Forum Education Program
3/20/06-3/22/06
International Code Council: 2006 Codes Forum Education Program
Make a difference in building safety and fire prevention through participation in the codes forum education program. An all education program that has something for everyone. Topics include significant changes from 2003 to 2006 I-Codes, transitioning from 1997 Uniform code to the I-Codes, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Fundamentals and many other informative programs.
Location: Double Tree Hotel Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
For more information: www.iccsafe.org/training or call 1-777-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) x4229 or click here to download the flier.
International Code Council: 2006 Codes Forum Education Program
Make a difference in building safety and fire prevention through participation in the codes forum education program. An all education program that has something for everyone. Topics include significant changes from 2003 to 2006 I-Codes, transitioning from 1997 Uniform code to the I-Codes, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Fundamentals and many other informative programs.
Location: Double Tree Hotel Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
For more information: www.iccsafe.org/training or call 1-777-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) x4229 or click here to download the flier.
Friday, February 17, 2006
Jason Pettigrew ARE Scholarship Award
http://www.aia.org/br_cfe_nac_AREscholarship
Jason Pettigrew ARE Scholarship Award
In recognition of his contributions to internship and licensure, and the profession–including his own pursuit of the ARE-the NAC is has established a national ARE scholarship in honor of
Jason Pettigrew, Assoc. AIA. The purpose of the award is to recognize the significant contributions of interns at an early stage of their career, and to help encourage them to complete their licensure by helping with the cost of the exam. Awards are not based on financial need, as much as they are based on contributions the intern has made to their profession and/or their community. We are also pleased to have Kaplan as a key sponsor of this award program.
AWARD DETAILS
Scholarship recipients will receive:
Full Set of Kaplan ARE Study Guides;
$1,061* (current cost of the ARE)
* $400 awarded up front and remainder is paid upon successful completion of the exam, and to receive balance of award, recipients must complete the ARE within 5 years of receiving the initial award and submit passing reports from each of the divisions of the exam to the AIA for verification of completion.
CRITERIA
Applicants should demonstrate one or more of the following attributes:
Significant contributions at an early stage of career to the profession and/or community;
Exemplary involvement in community and/or professional organizations;
Outstanding achievement in the creation, development and delivery of creative programs for interns, Associates, and/or young architect members;
Traditional or alternative career path, with demonstrated passion for pursuit of registration;
Strong letters of support detailing personal and professional contributions; and/or
Inspiring statement of contribution.
ELIGIBILITY
In order for an applicant to be eligible for this scholarship, one of the following must apply:
Associate AIA Member or IDP Record Holder in good standing; or
Recently licensed architects may apply if they received their initial license in 2006.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applications must include:
Completed Jason Pettigrew ARE Scholarship Application
Three letters of recommendation, one from a mentor (limited to 1 page each)
One statement of contribution (limited to two pages)
One Biography/Resume (limited to one page)
Proof of Eligibility to take the exam by One State Licensing Board
Submissions are due March 31. The winner will be presented with their award at the AIA Convention in Los Angeles, on June 9.
For More Information: http://www.aia.org/br_cfe_nac_AREscholarship
Jason Pettigrew ARE Scholarship Award
In recognition of his contributions to internship and licensure, and the profession–including his own pursuit of the ARE-the NAC is has established a national ARE scholarship in honor of
Jason Pettigrew, Assoc. AIA. The purpose of the award is to recognize the significant contributions of interns at an early stage of their career, and to help encourage them to complete their licensure by helping with the cost of the exam. Awards are not based on financial need, as much as they are based on contributions the intern has made to their profession and/or their community. We are also pleased to have Kaplan as a key sponsor of this award program.
AWARD DETAILS
Scholarship recipients will receive:
Full Set of Kaplan ARE Study Guides;
$1,061* (current cost of the ARE)
* $400 awarded up front and remainder is paid upon successful completion of the exam, and to receive balance of award, recipients must complete the ARE within 5 years of receiving the initial award and submit passing reports from each of the divisions of the exam to the AIA for verification of completion.
CRITERIA
Applicants should demonstrate one or more of the following attributes:
Significant contributions at an early stage of career to the profession and/or community;
Exemplary involvement in community and/or professional organizations;
Outstanding achievement in the creation, development and delivery of creative programs for interns, Associates, and/or young architect members;
Traditional or alternative career path, with demonstrated passion for pursuit of registration;
Strong letters of support detailing personal and professional contributions; and/or
Inspiring statement of contribution.
ELIGIBILITY
In order for an applicant to be eligible for this scholarship, one of the following must apply:
Associate AIA Member or IDP Record Holder in good standing; or
Recently licensed architects may apply if they received their initial license in 2006.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applications must include:
Completed Jason Pettigrew ARE Scholarship Application
Three letters of recommendation, one from a mentor (limited to 1 page each)
One statement of contribution (limited to two pages)
One Biography/Resume (limited to one page)
Proof of Eligibility to take the exam by One State Licensing Board
Submissions are due March 31. The winner will be presented with their award at the AIA Convention in Los Angeles, on June 9.
For More Information: http://www.aia.org/br_cfe_nac_AREscholarship
Construction Defects Litigation Panel Discussion
Splinter Group Meeting
Thursday Evening, February 23, 2006
Location: Builders Booksource 1817 Fourth Street (Near Hearst) Berkeley, CA
CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS LITIGATION
WHAT IT IS and HOW TO AVOID IT
Panelists: Joshua B. Kardon, SE
Bryant H. Byrnes, Esq.
Bruce Burke, Esq.
Jim Sappington, Chief Estimator, Saarman Construction CSL 450928
For More Information: http://www.splintergroup.info/schedule.html
Thursday Evening, February 23, 2006
Location: Builders Booksource 1817 Fourth Street (Near Hearst) Berkeley, CA
CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS LITIGATION
WHAT IT IS and HOW TO AVOID IT
Panelists: Joshua B. Kardon, SE
Bryant H. Byrnes, Esq.
Bruce Burke, Esq.
Jim Sappington, Chief Estimator, Saarman Construction CSL 450928
For More Information: http://www.splintergroup.info/schedule.html
Art of Sustaining Public Transportation
Tuesday 2/21/06
East Bay/Oakland Chapter CSI Dinner Meeting: Art of Sustaining Public Transport
As a joint program of local chapters of Construction Specifications Institute, American Institute of Architect, and Women’s Transportation Seminar this forum represents a unique opportunity for dialogue among design, planning, and construction professionals exploring the best practices in planning, design, construction and operations of transportation systems.
Renowned transportation architects and engineers will participate as speakers and panelists. For more information please download the flier or visit the Ea st Bay Oakland CSI website at tbell@mtc.ca.gov .
Updates & Revisions to Title 24 Access Codes & Title 24 Conference
Updates & Revisions to Title 24 Access Codes & Title 24 Conference
March 1 & 2, 2006
Purchase tickets before 2/27: $75/$150 (1 day/both days) ($95/$170 after 2/27)
A review of current California Title 24 Accessibility Codes & the ADA's guidelines:
The conference focuses on current and proposed California access codes and Federal accessibility guidelines for new construction and alteration of multifamily housing, commercial facilities and publicly funded projects. Experts will provide training, answer questions and explain changes in new physical access requirements.
AIA CES CREDITS:
March 1 - 7.5 HSWs
March 2 - 6.5 HSWs
This promises to be a great conference, hosted by AIA San Francisco and the City and County of San Francisco's Mayor's Office on Disability.
For More Information: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaID=104520
March 1 & 2, 2006
Purchase tickets before 2/27: $75/$150 (1 day/both days) ($95/$170 after 2/27)
A review of current California Title 24 Accessibility Codes & the ADA's guidelines:
The conference focuses on current and proposed California access codes and Federal accessibility guidelines for new construction and alteration of multifamily housing, commercial facilities and publicly funded projects. Experts will provide training, answer questions and explain changes in new physical access requirements.
AIA CES CREDITS:
March 1 - 7.5 HSWs
March 2 - 6.5 HSWs
This promises to be a great conference, hosted by AIA San Francisco and the City and County of San Francisco's Mayor's Office on Disability.
For More Information: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaID=104520
Iraq: Reports from the Frontlines
Iraq: Reports from the Frontlines
A Herb Caen/San Francisco Chronicle Lecture
When: Monday, March 13, 2006, 7:00 pm -- 9:00 pm
Where: Zellerbach Auditorium
Leading war correspondents will discuss their experience covering Iraq:
John Burns, Baghdad Bureau Chief, The New York Times
Anna Badkhen, Staff Writer, The San Francisco Chronicle
Jackie Spinner, Staff Writer, The Washington Post (And author of "Tell Them I Didn't Cry")
Mark Danner, Staff Writer, The New York Review of Books
Orville Schell, Dean Graduate School of Journalism, UC Berkeley
This discussion will be preceded by a 30-minute preview of "The War Tapes." From the producers of "Fog of War," this is the first documentary filmed by soldiers in Iraq. Introduced by Phil Bronstein, Executive Vice President and Editor of The San Francisco Chronicle.
For More Information: http://journalism.berkeley.edu/events/details.php?ID=270
A Herb Caen/San Francisco Chronicle Lecture
When: Monday, March 13, 2006, 7:00 pm -- 9:00 pm
Where: Zellerbach Auditorium
Leading war correspondents will discuss their experience covering Iraq:
John Burns, Baghdad Bureau Chief, The New York Times
Anna Badkhen, Staff Writer, The San Francisco Chronicle
Jackie Spinner, Staff Writer, The Washington Post (And author of "Tell Them I Didn't Cry")
Mark Danner, Staff Writer, The New York Review of Books
Orville Schell, Dean Graduate School of Journalism, UC Berkeley
This discussion will be preceded by a 30-minute preview of "The War Tapes." From the producers of "Fog of War," this is the first documentary filmed by soldiers in Iraq. Introduced by Phil Bronstein, Executive Vice President and Editor of The San Francisco Chronicle.
For More Information: http://journalism.berkeley.edu/events/details.php?ID=270
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Call for Submissions: Small Projects
Journal #37: Little Bitty Green Things
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
The AIA Small Project Practitioners (SPP) Knowledge Community requests articles (approximately 400-1,200 words) and practice tips (approximately 100-400 words) for the next SPP Journal. Please share a case study (there is value in both successes and lessons learned from less-than-success) or a proven best practice
Sustainability, "Green," and Common Sense
Big corporations do it, medical buildings do it, your local home improvement store is encouraging Mr. and Mrs. Homeowner to do it; the federal government is offering tax incentives to do it. How does an architect do it best? Energy conservation is again becoming a current topic for us and our clients. Small projects are not necessarily on the same playing field when it comes to LEED projects; however, excellent examples exist for sustainable design in the small project and the use of green materials and common sense to pick the right component for the right application.
The SPP wants to hear about your "best efforts" and "attempts" at building green. Tell us about those wonderful owners who encouraged you to push the limits of how much the project could accomplish. Describe how the contractor agreed to maximize efficiency and have a zero impact site. How did you educate your clients and contractors to accomplish good for the long term? Share your secrets. Compare your battle scars.
For More Information: Melissa Strunk, mstrunk@aia.org
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
The AIA Small Project Practitioners (SPP) Knowledge Community requests articles (approximately 400-1,200 words) and practice tips (approximately 100-400 words) for the next SPP Journal. Please share a case study (there is value in both successes and lessons learned from less-than-success) or a proven best practice
Sustainability, "Green," and Common Sense
Big corporations do it, medical buildings do it, your local home improvement store is encouraging Mr. and Mrs. Homeowner to do it; the federal government is offering tax incentives to do it. How does an architect do it best? Energy conservation is again becoming a current topic for us and our clients. Small projects are not necessarily on the same playing field when it comes to LEED projects; however, excellent examples exist for sustainable design in the small project and the use of green materials and common sense to pick the right component for the right application.
The SPP wants to hear about your "best efforts" and "attempts" at building green. Tell us about those wonderful owners who encouraged you to push the limits of how much the project could accomplish. Describe how the contractor agreed to maximize efficiency and have a zero impact site. How did you educate your clients and contractors to accomplish good for the long term? Share your secrets. Compare your battle scars.
For More Information: Melissa Strunk, mstrunk@aia.org
Call for Abstracts: "Affordable Design: Convening the Conversation"
Call for Abstracts: "Affordable Design: Convening the Conversation": papers focusing on strategies for employing design to dramatically increase the economic and social performance of affordable housing for June forum. [pdf]- Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
Thursday, February 02, 2006
Oakland Green Roof Market Development Symposium
Oakland Green Roof Market Development Symposium
February 9, 2006
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Laney College, 900 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects, the American Institute of Architects, and the Roof Consultants Institute as a provider of Continuing Professional Education programs. This symposium is equivalent to 3.5 professional credits. The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to learn from local and national experts about the general design and implementation of green roofs. Local case studies will be featured and afternoon focus group sessions will allow attendees the chance to identify with relevant city officials the local research needs and obstacles to implementation. Input gathered from participants of this workshop will help guide the further development of green roof policy options in the Oakland area.
Tuition Cost for this one-day workshop and reception is $195. Attendees also receive a complimentary one-year individual membership to Green Roofs for Healthy Cities. This membership includes two publications, a monthly e-newsletter, a listing in our Green Roof Professional Directory and more.
Who Should Attend:Landscape Architects Architects Horticulturists Urban Planners Roofing Consultants & Contractors Building Developers, Owners and Managers Environmental Scientists, Academics and Researchers Policy Makers and EPA representatives
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects, the American Institute of Architects, and the Roof Consultants Institute as a provider of Continuing Professional Education programs. This symposium is equivalent to 3.5 professional credits. The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to learn from local and national experts about the general design and implementation of green roofs. Local case studies will be featured and afternoon focus group sessions will allow attendees the chance to identify with relevant city officials the local research needs and obstacles to implementation. Input gathered from participants of this workshop will help guide the further development of green roof policy options in the Oakland area.
AIA Members receive a $25 discount off the regular registration fee.
For more information: Jennifer Philp jphilp@greenroofs.org
February 9, 2006
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Laney College, 900 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects, the American Institute of Architects, and the Roof Consultants Institute as a provider of Continuing Professional Education programs. This symposium is equivalent to 3.5 professional credits. The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to learn from local and national experts about the general design and implementation of green roofs. Local case studies will be featured and afternoon focus group sessions will allow attendees the chance to identify with relevant city officials the local research needs and obstacles to implementation. Input gathered from participants of this workshop will help guide the further development of green roof policy options in the Oakland area.
Tuition Cost for this one-day workshop and reception is $195. Attendees also receive a complimentary one-year individual membership to Green Roofs for Healthy Cities. This membership includes two publications, a monthly e-newsletter, a listing in our Green Roof Professional Directory and more.
Who Should Attend:Landscape Architects Architects Horticulturists Urban Planners Roofing Consultants & Contractors Building Developers, Owners and Managers Environmental Scientists, Academics and Researchers Policy Makers and EPA representatives
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects, the American Institute of Architects, and the Roof Consultants Institute as a provider of Continuing Professional Education programs. This symposium is equivalent to 3.5 professional credits. The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to learn from local and national experts about the general design and implementation of green roofs. Local case studies will be featured and afternoon focus group sessions will allow attendees the chance to identify with relevant city officials the local research needs and obstacles to implementation. Input gathered from participants of this workshop will help guide the further development of green roof policy options in the Oakland area.
AIA Members receive a $25 discount off the regular registration fee.
For more information: Jennifer Philp jphilp@greenroofs.org
Change *Employers* Recently?
Architects, don't forget that when you change employers you are required by law (AB1144) to information the California Architects Board in writing.
The CAB has provided a handy Business Entity Form online, but it must be faxed or mailed to them. Download the PDF here: http://www.cab.ca.gov/pdf/ab1144.pdf
For more information: http://www.cab.ca.gov/pdf/ab1144.pdf
The CAB has provided a handy Business Entity Form online, but it must be faxed or mailed to them. Download the PDF here: http://www.cab.ca.gov/pdf/ab1144.pdf
For more information: http://www.cab.ca.gov/pdf/ab1144.pdf
Architects: Report Address Changes to the CAB
From the California Architects Board:
The California Code of Regulations (CCR) requires that licensees report address and name changes immediately to the California Architects Board. Reporting these changes will ensure that licensees receive necessary information on renewals and other matters important to licensure. Failure to notify the Board is a violation of the CCR, Title 16, section 104. If you are a candidate for examination or a licensee and you have moved or changed your name recently, please choose one option below so that your record may be updated.
Link to pdf for name change form.
Link to pdf for address change form.
Link to the Board's email for address change.
For more information: 916/574-7220
The California Code of Regulations (CCR) requires that licensees report address and name changes immediately to the California Architects Board. Reporting these changes will ensure that licensees receive necessary information on renewals and other matters important to licensure. Failure to notify the Board is a violation of the CCR, Title 16, section 104. If you are a candidate for examination or a licensee and you have moved or changed your name recently, please choose one option below so that your record may be updated.
Link to pdf for name change form.
Link to pdf for address change form.
Link to the Board's email for address change.
For more information: 916/574-7220
Office Space Available
From Tom Ramsey, AIA:
"RPR Architects is developing a five story historic building in downtown Oakland. Known as the Uptown Arts Building, the restored building will house new offices for RPR. And….we have office space available."
For more information:
Thomas Ramsey, AIA
R P R A r c h i t e c t s
1624 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94612
p: 510-272-0654
f: 510-444-0279
www.rprarchitects.com
"RPR Architects is developing a five story historic building in downtown Oakland. Known as the Uptown Arts Building, the restored building will house new offices for RPR. And….we have office space available."
For more information:
Thomas Ramsey, AIA
R P R A r c h i t e c t s
1624 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94612
p: 510-272-0654
f: 510-444-0279
www.rprarchitects.com
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
The 10 biggest entrepreneurial deathtraps
From PSMJ:
"Considering starting out on your own? Take heed of these 10 pitfalls that have sent promising new design firms down a path to failure.
The 10 biggest entrepreneurial deathtraps"
"Considering starting out on your own? Take heed of these 10 pitfalls that have sent promising new design firms down a path to failure.
The 10 biggest entrepreneurial deathtraps"
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