ARE Seminars at AIA East Bay
MEP I, II, III
Instructor: Jess Villar, PE
10-5pm
November 3, 10, 17
Late registration begins one week prior to these classes, so register now! (Late registration fees are $20 a week prior; $40 the day before the first class; $50 day of the class.)
Click here to Register
2008 Classes will be posted asap.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator 510/464-3600
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The New California Building Code
11/14/07
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 (The Dahlin Group)
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in one and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Wednesday, November 14 at 4pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA, Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,Inc. Fire Protection Consultants.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 (The Dahlin Group)
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in one and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Wednesday, November 14 at 4pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA, Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,Inc. Fire Protection Consultants.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
No More Tangles: Organizing data, communication, and entertainment into one neat system
Small Firm Forum: No More Tangles: organizing data, communication, and entertainment into one neat system
Thursday, November 1
Noon -1:30pm
Scott Finley from The Ascott Company will lead a discussion about data and communication installation in new and remodel construction. Discussion will touch on some of the following topics:
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter, 1405 Clay St., Oakland
Cost: Free to AIA members; $3 non-members
1 CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Joe and Kaaren Spitzley
Thursday, November 1
Noon -1:30pm
Scott Finley from The Ascott Company will lead a discussion about data and communication installation in new and remodel construction. Discussion will touch on some of the following topics:
- Design and Installation
- Fiber Optics
- Voice and Data Cabling
- Data Systems Design
- Coaxial and Broadband Cabling
- Consulting Services
- Repair and Trouble Shooting
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter, 1405 Clay St., Oakland
Cost: Free to AIA members; $3 non-members
1 CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Joe and Kaaren Spitzley
Monday, October 29, 2007
In Memoriam: Thomas J. Caulfield, AIA
Thomas J. Caulfield Architect
Thomas J. Caulfield, AIA died Thursday, October 4 of cancer. He was 67. Tom always believed he was lucky that his work was his passion. As a principal in three architectural firms in his 44 years of practice, Tom enjoyed delving into the challenges of designing everything from family homes to high-profile academic buildings. He was a student of his craft.
Tom trained at the architecture school at UC Berkeley. He worked as an architect in the UK, Italy, and Libya before returning to the U.S. Since then, Tom has worked as a partner at Muller & Caulfield Architects, Caulfield Architects, and Peters, Clayberg & Caulfield.
Tom mentored many young architects. Tom had a passion for tennis and was a member of the Berkeley Tennis Club. Was also active in the Rotary Club of Oakland. A resident of Berkeley since 1970, Tom was born near Redding, CA, and grew up in Santa Rosa.
Tom is survived by his wife of 43 years, Annie, of Berkeley; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas "Brian" and Katie Caulfield of San Carlos; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Nicola Caulfield of Oakland; granddaughter, Isabella Caulfield of Oakland; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Rosalie Caulfield of Granite Bay; Richard and Judy Caulfield of Cameron Park; and Tim Caulfield and Linda Morse of Braintree, VT; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 4pm, Mon, Nov. 5, at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2005 Berryman St, Berkeley.
Thomas J. Caulfield, AIA died Thursday, October 4 of cancer. He was 67. Tom always believed he was lucky that his work was his passion. As a principal in three architectural firms in his 44 years of practice, Tom enjoyed delving into the challenges of designing everything from family homes to high-profile academic buildings. He was a student of his craft.
Tom trained at the architecture school at UC Berkeley. He worked as an architect in the UK, Italy, and Libya before returning to the U.S. Since then, Tom has worked as a partner at Muller & Caulfield Architects, Caulfield Architects, and Peters, Clayberg & Caulfield.
Tom mentored many young architects. Tom had a passion for tennis and was a member of the Berkeley Tennis Club. Was also active in the Rotary Club of Oakland. A resident of Berkeley since 1970, Tom was born near Redding, CA, and grew up in Santa Rosa.
Tom is survived by his wife of 43 years, Annie, of Berkeley; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas "Brian" and Katie Caulfield of San Carlos; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Nicola Caulfield of Oakland; granddaughter, Isabella Caulfield of Oakland; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Rosalie Caulfield of Granite Bay; Richard and Judy Caulfield of Cameron Park; and Tim Caulfield and Linda Morse of Braintree, VT; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 4pm, Mon, Nov. 5, at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2005 Berryman St, Berkeley.
Friday, October 26, 2007
LITIGATION REALITY CHECK!
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Registration begins at 8:15 a.m.
Program runs from 8:45 a.m. to 11:00
Learn how to protect yourself and your company
in the event of litigation by taking important steps
before disputes arise.
Ever been in a no-win position where you felt
like saying, “If I had known this could happen, I
would have done it differently”? Ah, hindsight!
Before a bad claim happens to you, come to our
seminar.We’ll look back from a litigator’s vantage
point at the way small things done during the
course of a project can take on major significance
in the context of a lawsuit. You’ll learn specific risk
management practices to help you be more aware
going into a project and better prepared to handle
issues as they come up—and ultimately to “prevent
the train wreck before it occurs.”
Let our speakers, an experienced A/E/E litigator
and DRA’s Claims Manager, give you a healthy
dose of reality—medicine for a safer future.
•
Speakers: Dion N. Cominos, Managing Partner,
Gordon & Rees LLP; Terry McGill, VP and
Claims Manager, DRA
Recommended Audience: Owners, Principals,
Project Managers, Risk Managers
CE Credits: AIA members qualify for 2 LU’s. Please
bring your AIA membership number on the day
of the seminar or you will not receive credit.
Registration begins at 8:15 a.m.
Program runs from 8:45 a.m. to 11:00
Learn how to protect yourself and your company
in the event of litigation by taking important steps
before disputes arise.
Ever been in a no-win position where you felt
like saying, “If I had known this could happen, I
would have done it differently”? Ah, hindsight!
Before a bad claim happens to you, come to our
seminar.We’ll look back from a litigator’s vantage
point at the way small things done during the
course of a project can take on major significance
in the context of a lawsuit. You’ll learn specific risk
management practices to help you be more aware
going into a project and better prepared to handle
issues as they come up—and ultimately to “prevent
the train wreck before it occurs.”
Let our speakers, an experienced A/E/E litigator
and DRA’s Claims Manager, give you a healthy
dose of reality—medicine for a safer future.
•
Speakers: Dion N. Cominos, Managing Partner,
Gordon & Rees LLP; Terry McGill, VP and
Claims Manager, DRA
Recommended Audience: Owners, Principals,
Project Managers, Risk Managers
CE Credits: AIA members qualify for 2 LU’s. Please
bring your AIA membership number on the day
of the seminar or you will not receive credit.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Overview for Multifamily New Construction
The Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Overview training is sponsored by Pacific Gas & Electric Company and American Institute of Architects East Bay and will be conducted by the Heschong Mahone Group, Inc. Participation qualifies for continuing education units from the American Institute of Architects.
Training Outline:The Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Overview session provides a thorough introduction on a variety of multifamily building issues. The training is Power Point slide show based, designed to be very interactive, and augmented by examples of equipment, materials, and building analyses. Training topics will include:
California Multifamily New Homes (CMFNH) program overview
2005 California Building Energy Standards (Title 24) overview
Multifamily energy efficiency design concepts
Overview of energy efficiency measures (Site, HVAC, envelope, water heating, verification/inspections, etc)
Case Studies
Cost/benefit analysis approaches
Financing for multifamily buildings: Utility, CEC , DOE, EPA, and other possible funding
Who Should Attend:Architects and designers; builders and developers; affordable housing developers and agencies; energy consultants; mechanical and plumbing engineers; HVAC contractors; building department inspectors and plan checkers.
Date and Location:Wednesday, November 14th, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.AIA East Bay Office1405 Clay StreetOakland, CA 94612-1401
Registration:Please visit our website to register online. For additional future training dates and locations:http://www.h-m-g.com/multifamily/Training/default.htm.
For more information:
Sophia Hartkopf
Phone: (916) 962-7001
Email: hartkopf@h-m-g.com
Training Outline:The Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Overview session provides a thorough introduction on a variety of multifamily building issues. The training is Power Point slide show based, designed to be very interactive, and augmented by examples of equipment, materials, and building analyses. Training topics will include:
California Multifamily New Homes (CMFNH) program overview
2005 California Building Energy Standards (Title 24) overview
Multifamily energy efficiency design concepts
Overview of energy efficiency measures (Site, HVAC, envelope, water heating, verification/inspections, etc)
Case Studies
Cost/benefit analysis approaches
Financing for multifamily buildings: Utility, CEC , DOE, EPA, and other possible funding
Who Should Attend:Architects and designers; builders and developers; affordable housing developers and agencies; energy consultants; mechanical and plumbing engineers; HVAC contractors; building department inspectors and plan checkers.
Date and Location:Wednesday, November 14th, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.AIA East Bay Office1405 Clay StreetOakland, CA 94612-1401
Registration:Please visit our website to register online. For additional future training dates and locations:http://www.h-m-g.com/multifamily/Training/default.htm.
For more information:
Sophia Hartkopf
Phone: (916) 962-7001
Email: hartkopf@h-m-g.com
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Plein Air Paintings by Robert Becker
Paintings from travels in Italy and other beautiful locations.
Please join me at the artists reception for my current exhibition this coming Sunday, October 28th, 2:30-4:30pm.
The Orinda Library Gallery
24 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA
The exhibition is open during library hours
Monday-Thursday 10-8
Friday & Saturday 10-6
Sunday 1-5
On exhibit are Plein Air paintings from my travels in Italy and other beautiful locations. The exhibition runs from October 21-November 17. Accompanying my work are beautiful Oil paintings from artist Jo Ann Hanna and unique Papier-Mache Sculpture by M. J. Schuppert Wilson and her students.
Please join me at the artists reception for my current exhibition this coming Sunday, October 28th, 2:30-4:30pm.
The Orinda Library Gallery
24 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA
The exhibition is open during library hours
Monday-Thursday 10-8
Friday & Saturday 10-6
Sunday 1-5
On exhibit are Plein Air paintings from my travels in Italy and other beautiful locations. The exhibition runs from October 21-November 17. Accompanying my work are beautiful Oil paintings from artist Jo Ann Hanna and unique Papier-Mache Sculpture by M. J. Schuppert Wilson and her students.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
RSVP for the Member Appreciation Party
Chapter Members: We REALLY do need your RSVPs for the Member Appreciation Party on Wednesday , October 24th. Please let us know whether or not you plan to attend. Your RSVPs (yes and no) help us make accurate counts for the caterer, keeping food waste to a minimum and ensuring we don't pay for more than we need. The sooner you let us know, the better. (It's very GREEN to rsvp--no waste!)
This year we're breaking tradition and not having a Holiday Party in December. Don't miss the Member Party of the Year! It's free for chapter members and only $35 for guests. What a bargain!All chapter members should have received an invitation to the October 24, 2007 Member Appreciation Party and Annual Business Meeting. If you haven't, or if you have yet to respond, please click here.
This year's Member Appreciation Party and Annual Business Meeting is all about elegant fun. We'll be at the top of Barrows Hall in the Lipman Room, enjoying some of the best views in the Bay Area. (Pray for clear skies!)
For the business portion of the meeting, we'll be presenting awards and recognition, in addition to electing the new members of the 2008 Board of Directors. The candidates are:
Vice President/President-Elect: Phil Erickson, AIA
Director: Tim Craig, AIA
Director: Catherine Roha, AIA
Associate Director: Stacy Webb, Assoc. AIA
Student Director: Jairo Guadian, AIAS
Their photos, biographies and statements will be posted online by Friday of this week and will be featured in next week's Update.About the Party Entertainment:Based on the rave reviews from the Design Awards Reception, we are bringing back Joshua Charles, a really fine local caterer. Thanks to owner Josh Feinbloom, who happens to be "in the family" (He's Gordon Chong, FAIA's son-in-law) and extends the chapter a lot of flexibility and in-kind support. Check out his website!
And definitely bring your dancing shoes. One of the West Coast's best swing bands, Stompy Jones, will be stirring things up--brush up on your lindy hop!
Don't be concerned about parking at UC Berkeley. You can purchase a parking spot through AIA East Bay ahead of time for $11. Give us a call at 510/464-3600.
Presented by the Events Committee
This event is free for members partly through the strong support of our sponsors. Please think of them when you do business:
Perry Tabor, TEAC Structural Engineering
Randy Agno, DuPont/Tyvek
RSVPs Mandatory
Member Appreciation Party and Annual Business Meeting
Wednesday 10/24/07
6:00-8:30pm
The Lipman Room, Barrows Hall, UC Berkeley
Free for chapter members; $35 guests
$11 pre-paid parking (limited)
To RSVP: Either click here or call 510/464-3600 x11.
Hardcore Bimmers (and Wanna-Be's)
Chapter President Bonnie Blake-Drucker, AIA is organizing a program for "Hard Core BIM-mers (and wanna-bes)".
It should be a pretty neat program for those 3-D modeling enthusiasts. But what's the best time to hold it and what's everyone's experience level? She wants to know--please tell her in this 4 question survey!
It should be a pretty neat program for those 3-D modeling enthusiasts. But what's the best time to hold it and what's everyone's experience level? She wants to know--please tell her in this 4 question survey!
Railroad Corridor Charrette
The American Institute of Architects, East Bay will facilitate a charrette for the Pittsburg Railroad Corridor (on Railroad Blvd.). Scheduled for October 27, 2007, the charrette will focus on a critical corridor that will serve as the connective tissue between a future eBART station and the highly active downtown redevelopment area. This initiative will seek solutions and input from community participants, architects and other design professionals for a mixed-use area comprising public parks, low-density housing, small-business buildings and the north-south Railroad Avenue transportation corridor. AIA East Bay welcomes and encourages all A/E/C professionals-and the public-to participate.
In partnership with the City of Pittsburg and UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design, the AIA East Bay will seek community participation in the planning and design process that will help establish the framework for the redevelopment of Pittsburg's railroad corridor. According to Railroad Corridor Charrette Chair Steven Winkel, FAIA, "Architects of the AIA East Bay see this as an opportunity to give back to the community. We began this important initiative to add value to people's everyday lives while taking their local vision and heritage into account."
Collaborative work began over a year ago. With mutual buy-in, city officials and the AIA East Bay sought the participation of graduate students at UC Berkeley's College for Environmental Design. While student participation at this level is not a traditional practice, Winkel and Pittsburg leaders saw great value in involving graduate students to conduct preliminary field and data analysis. Students will bring forth feasibility, development and implementation recommendations as part of a graduate studio taught by Professors Michael Southworth and Donlyn Lyndon, FAIA. Additionally, Lyndon will make a presentation at the charrette aimed at helping community members establish a baseline understanding of fundamental urban design principals.
Background Analyses from Michael Southworth's Urban Design Masters Class
Pittsburg's past-Mayor Michael Kee, AIA, states, "We've put a lot of focus into this project. The city hopes to draw upon and harness community involvement and energy to see the railroad corridor take on a vital role in our community. The intent is to help cultivate rapid turnaround and success for this vital area of our community within the next few years."
In late January 2008, the City of Pittsburg will host a festive event to publicly present an overview of the proceedings and recommendations resulting from the charrette.
CES/LUs TBD
Please RSVP to Sidney Sweeney
Railroad Corridor Charrette
Elks Lodge, 200 Marina Blvd, Pittsburg
Saturday 10/27/07
8:00am-5:30pm
Breakfast and Lunch will be provided
For more information: http://www.aiaeb.org/charrette.htm or 510/464-3600
In partnership with the City of Pittsburg and UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design, the AIA East Bay will seek community participation in the planning and design process that will help establish the framework for the redevelopment of Pittsburg's railroad corridor. According to Railroad Corridor Charrette Chair Steven Winkel, FAIA, "Architects of the AIA East Bay see this as an opportunity to give back to the community. We began this important initiative to add value to people's everyday lives while taking their local vision and heritage into account."
Collaborative work began over a year ago. With mutual buy-in, city officials and the AIA East Bay sought the participation of graduate students at UC Berkeley's College for Environmental Design. While student participation at this level is not a traditional practice, Winkel and Pittsburg leaders saw great value in involving graduate students to conduct preliminary field and data analysis. Students will bring forth feasibility, development and implementation recommendations as part of a graduate studio taught by Professors Michael Southworth and Donlyn Lyndon, FAIA. Additionally, Lyndon will make a presentation at the charrette aimed at helping community members establish a baseline understanding of fundamental urban design principals.
Background Analyses from Michael Southworth's Urban Design Masters Class
Historical Timeline
Pittsburg Demographics
Environmental FactorsRailroad Avenue in Context
Access: Connections & Constraints in Pittsburg, CA
Waste Space
Visible Landscape: Problems and Possibilities
Pittsburg's past-Mayor Michael Kee, AIA, states, "We've put a lot of focus into this project. The city hopes to draw upon and harness community involvement and energy to see the railroad corridor take on a vital role in our community. The intent is to help cultivate rapid turnaround and success for this vital area of our community within the next few years."
In late January 2008, the City of Pittsburg will host a festive event to publicly present an overview of the proceedings and recommendations resulting from the charrette.
CES/LUs TBD
Please RSVP to Sidney Sweeney
Railroad Corridor Charrette
Elks Lodge, 200 Marina Blvd, Pittsburg
Saturday 10/27/07
8:00am-5:30pm
Breakfast and Lunch will be provided
For more information: http://www.aiaeb.org/charrette.htm or 510/464-3600
Friday, October 12, 2007
INOUT
AIA San Francisco and the Center for Architecture + Design celebrate the opening of its newest exhibition:
INOUT
November 1 - January 26, 2008
Opening November 1, 2007
6:00 - 9:00 pm
RSVP HERE
INOUT represents emerging graduates of the Ecole cantonale d'art de Lausanne (ECAL) in Switzerland. The exhibition features designs with a permeable connection between interior and exterior spaces. The designers offer a rereading and re-appropriation of objects that often escape our attention because they are so much a part of our everyday visual field. The objects presented arise out of reflections on our environment. They surprise us through their ingenuity and inventiveness and testify to deep reflection about ecology, social life, cutting-edge technology and the problems inherent in management of the urban world. They provide evidence for these young designers' interest in a more inviting environment, one that is closer to the preoccupations and expectations of urban dwellers and that tackles ideas about circulatory flow, the relationship with green spaces or comments on our methods of functioning.
For more information: www.aiasf.org
INOUT
November 1 - January 26, 2008
Opening November 1, 2007
6:00 - 9:00 pm
RSVP HERE
INOUT represents emerging graduates of the Ecole cantonale d'art de Lausanne (ECAL) in Switzerland. The exhibition features designs with a permeable connection between interior and exterior spaces. The designers offer a rereading and re-appropriation of objects that often escape our attention because they are so much a part of our everyday visual field. The objects presented arise out of reflections on our environment. They surprise us through their ingenuity and inventiveness and testify to deep reflection about ecology, social life, cutting-edge technology and the problems inherent in management of the urban world. They provide evidence for these young designers' interest in a more inviting environment, one that is closer to the preoccupations and expectations of urban dwellers and that tackles ideas about circulatory flow, the relationship with green spaces or comments on our methods of functioning.
For more information: www.aiasf.org
AIA Members Offered Discount Extension for Energy Efficiency Conference
The Alliance to Save Energy has extended the deadline for its early-registration discount to AIA members for attendance at the Energy Efficiency Global Forum and Exposition (EE Global), November 11-14, in Washington, D.C.
This event promises to be a substantive gathering and showcase for the energy-efficiency industry, attracting industry professionals, academics, and policymakers from around the world, not only to exchange the latest technical, commercial, and policy information, but to forge partnerships and develop “best practices,” policies, and strategies for global implementation.
The forum will provide information on how energy efficiency can have a positive impact on every end-use sector, including transportation, the built environment, electricity generation, and more.
Academic, political, and business leaders from around the world will participate, including AIA President RK Stewart, FAIA, who will be part of a panel discussion. Senior executives from major corporations will gather with high-level government officials, researchers, and technology developers to provide a diverse, interesting, and comprehensive view of the role energy efficiency must play in planning and development.
AIA members have until close of business on October 17 to receive the $800 Alliance Associate registration rate (subsequent rates are $900 after the 17th, and $1,050 after November 9). To find out more, visit http://www.eeglobalforum.com/. To receive the discount, be sure to add “—AIA” after your firm name when registering.
For more information: www.eeglobalforum.com
This event promises to be a substantive gathering and showcase for the energy-efficiency industry, attracting industry professionals, academics, and policymakers from around the world, not only to exchange the latest technical, commercial, and policy information, but to forge partnerships and develop “best practices,” policies, and strategies for global implementation.
The forum will provide information on how energy efficiency can have a positive impact on every end-use sector, including transportation, the built environment, electricity generation, and more.
Academic, political, and business leaders from around the world will participate, including AIA President RK Stewart, FAIA, who will be part of a panel discussion. Senior executives from major corporations will gather with high-level government officials, researchers, and technology developers to provide a diverse, interesting, and comprehensive view of the role energy efficiency must play in planning and development.
AIA members have until close of business on October 17 to receive the $800 Alliance Associate registration rate (subsequent rates are $900 after the 17th, and $1,050 after November 9). To find out more, visit http://www.eeglobalforum.com/. To receive the discount, be sure to add “—AIA” after your firm name when registering.
For more information: www.eeglobalforum.com
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Hard Hat Tour: Cathedral of Christ the Light
SORRY. THIS TOUR SOLD OUT. Call 510/464-3600 to be put on the waiting list.
10/22/07
Design Tour: The Cathedral of Christ the Light
Join us as Principal Designer Craig Hartman, FAIA of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP leads us on a hard hat tour of the Cathedral of Christ the light . This structure will be the mother church of over 600,000 parishioners in the Oakland Diocese. The tour will examine the construction of this wood, steel, glass, and concrete structure currently being clad with translucent panels.
Space is extremely limited. Members must call 510/464-3600 to RSVP. Non-Chapter member reservations must be made online here.
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: The Corner of Grand Avenue and Harrison Street, Oakland
Cost: Free to AIA East Bay Members; $20 Non Chapter Members.
1.0 CES LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett 510/464-3600
10/22/07
Design Tour: The Cathedral of Christ the Light
Join us as Principal Designer Craig Hartman, FAIA of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP leads us on a hard hat tour of the Cathedral of Christ the light . This structure will be the mother church of over 600,000 parishioners in the Oakland Diocese. The tour will examine the construction of this wood, steel, glass, and concrete structure currently being clad with translucent panels.
Space is extremely limited. Members must call 510/464-3600 to RSVP. Non-Chapter member reservations must be made online here.
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: The Corner of Grand Avenue and Harrison Street, Oakland
Cost: Free to AIA East Bay Members; $20 Non Chapter Members.
1.0 CES LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett 510/464-3600
COTE Forum: The GreenPoint Rated Program
10/17/07
COTE Forum: The GreenPoint Rated Program
Presented by Bruce Mast, of Build it Green, the GreenPoint Rated program removes the guesswork from evaluating a home's green features, allowing home buyers to compare newly built homes on a level playing field. And GreenPoint Rated rewards building professionals who create green homes by allowing them to brand their products with a recognizable, trustworthy seal of approval.
Think of GreenPoint Rated as a report card for new home construction. A GreenPoint Rated home is graded on five categories-Energy Efficiency, Resource Conservation, Indoor Air Quality, Water Conservation and Community. If the home meets minimum point requirements in each category and scores more than 50 total points, then it earns the right to bear the GreenPoint Rated label. Because GreenPoint Rated homes are evaluated by independent, certified raters, building professionals and homeowners can feel confident that the rating has integrity and value.Please join us for this brown-bag program--and bring along your friends and co-workers!
Time: Noon-1:30
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
Cost: None, this is a brown bag lunch. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Erik Mikiten, AIA
COTE Forum: The GreenPoint Rated Program
Presented by Bruce Mast, of Build it Green, the GreenPoint Rated program removes the guesswork from evaluating a home's green features, allowing home buyers to compare newly built homes on a level playing field. And GreenPoint Rated rewards building professionals who create green homes by allowing them to brand their products with a recognizable, trustworthy seal of approval.
Think of GreenPoint Rated as a report card for new home construction. A GreenPoint Rated home is graded on five categories-Energy Efficiency, Resource Conservation, Indoor Air Quality, Water Conservation and Community. If the home meets minimum point requirements in each category and scores more than 50 total points, then it earns the right to bear the GreenPoint Rated label. Because GreenPoint Rated homes are evaluated by independent, certified raters, building professionals and homeowners can feel confident that the rating has integrity and value.Please join us for this brown-bag program--and bring along your friends and co-workers!
Time: Noon-1:30
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
Cost: None, this is a brown bag lunch. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Erik Mikiten, AIA
The New California Building Code
11/14/07
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Seminar: The New California Building Code
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in two and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to the chapter to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Thursday, October 18 at 6pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,
Inc. Fire Protection Consultants. Mr. Lee's presentation will address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule for the new California Building Code.
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
Professional Practice Forum: Office File Standards
10/18/07
Professional Practice Forum: Office File Standards
We all face a mountain of information of all varieties in our day to day work: contracts, reports, letters, requests for information, email, etc. How do we organize it, store it, and retrieve it? Office Filing Systems will be the topic of the next Professional Practice brown bag forum. Bring your lunch, questions and answers and colleagues.
Time: Noon-1:30
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None, this is a brown bag lunch. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett 510/464-3600 or Tim Craig, AIA
Professional Practice Forum: Office File Standards
We all face a mountain of information of all varieties in our day to day work: contracts, reports, letters, requests for information, email, etc. How do we organize it, store it, and retrieve it? Office Filing Systems will be the topic of the next Professional Practice brown bag forum. Bring your lunch, questions and answers and colleagues.
Time: Noon-1:30
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None, this is a brown bag lunch. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett 510/464-3600 or Tim Craig, AIA
Guest Lecture: David Thorman, AIA, CA State Architect
10/17/07
Celebrating a Century of California Architecture
A lecture by State Architect David Thorman, AIA
2007 marks the 100th anniversary of the appointment of California's first State Architect. Over the past 100 years, the State Architect's office has contributed to the design and construction of many historic California buildings. State Architect David Thorman's presentation will trace the history of the State Architect's office and its impact on, and role in, shaping California's public architecture by highlighting key projects and polices from the past 100 years.
Then, join the DSA upstairs for an open house at their Oakland offices.
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; this program open to all
Please RSVP for accurate coffee count!
1 CES/ LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Celebrating a Century of California Architecture
A lecture by State Architect David Thorman, AIA
2007 marks the 100th anniversary of the appointment of California's first State Architect. Over the past 100 years, the State Architect's office has contributed to the design and construction of many historic California buildings. State Architect David Thorman's presentation will trace the history of the State Architect's office and its impact on, and role in, shaping California's public architecture by highlighting key projects and polices from the past 100 years.
Then, join the DSA upstairs for an open house at their Oakland offices.
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; this program open to all
Please RSVP for accurate coffee count!
1 CES/ LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Young Architects Forum: Plan Check Review - When Dreams Meet Oversight
10/16/07
Young Architects Forum: Plan Check Review - When Dreams Meet Oversight
Join this roundtable discussion on the various agencies Architects face getting a project built. Whether the project is commercial or residential there are several oversight groups Architects come in contact with. The discussion will review some different cities and public agencies you face having your projects reviewed for zoning, planning, design review and permit. There's the Health Services, DSA and OSPHD to name a few. Share your best practices and rituals performed to help you get through this phase of your projects.
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; this program open to all
1 CES/HSW LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Gerard Lee, AIA
Young Architects Forum: Plan Check Review - When Dreams Meet Oversight
Join this roundtable discussion on the various agencies Architects face getting a project built. Whether the project is commercial or residential there are several oversight groups Architects come in contact with. The discussion will review some different cities and public agencies you face having your projects reviewed for zoning, planning, design review and permit. There's the Health Services, DSA and OSPHD to name a few. Share your best practices and rituals performed to help you get through this phase of your projects.
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; this program open to all
1 CES/HSW LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Gerard Lee, AIA
Architecture in Film: The Fountainhead
10/15/07
Gary Cooper stoically portrays uncompromising architect Howard Roark, a man obedient solely to his own individuality and unfettered expression. Adapted from Ayn Rand's best-selling philosophical allegory, the film depicts Roark's life as a series of trials in which he must defend his beliefs and artistic integrity. Patricia Neal co-stars as the seductively fearsome Dominique Francon, the woman who tries to defeat Roark before falling in love.
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Open to the public; $2/per person donation for Rebuilding Together Oakland requested at the door.
For more information, please contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Sorry, only bottled water is allowed
Gary Cooper stoically portrays uncompromising architect Howard Roark, a man obedient solely to his own individuality and unfettered expression. Adapted from Ayn Rand's best-selling philosophical allegory, the film depicts Roark's life as a series of trials in which he must defend his beliefs and artistic integrity. Patricia Neal co-stars as the seductively fearsome Dominique Francon, the woman who tries to defeat Roark before falling in love.
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Open to the public; $2/per person donation for Rebuilding Together Oakland requested at the door.
For more information, please contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Sorry, only bottled water is allowed
Thursday, October 04, 2007
2007 California Title 24 Codes Discounts
Builders Booksource would like to inform all AIA members of our continuing offer of a discount on copies of the new 2007 California Title 24 Codes.
For a limited time, purchase the 2007 California Codes at 10% off the ICC List Price from Builders Booksource. Visit the store, call, or LINK to our Title 24 web page.
Current Members of the ICC may also request member pricing (sorry, we can not offer additional discounts on top of ICC member prices)
Builders Booksource is a locally owned, independent bookseller. Purchasing your codes from us supports a sustainable local economy and your sales tax dollars supports the Bay Area's infrastructure. Our knowlegable staff will assure you receive the customer service you need and deserve. Our mission for the past 25 years has been to provide inspiration, and technical reference to the design and construction professional.
For more information: George Kiskaddon, Partner
Builders Booksource
Berkeley, Ca.
Voice: 800.843.2028
Fax: 510.845.7051
www.buildersbooksource.com
For a limited time, purchase the 2007 California Codes at 10% off the ICC List Price from Builders Booksource. Visit the store, call, or LINK to our Title 24 web page.
Current Members of the ICC may also request member pricing (sorry, we can not offer additional discounts on top of ICC member prices)
Builders Booksource is a locally owned, independent bookseller. Purchasing your codes from us supports a sustainable local economy and your sales tax dollars supports the Bay Area's infrastructure. Our knowlegable staff will assure you receive the customer service you need and deserve. Our mission for the past 25 years has been to provide inspiration, and technical reference to the design and construction professional.
For more information: George Kiskaddon, Partner
Builders Booksource
Berkeley, Ca.
Voice: 800.843.2028
Fax: 510.845.7051
www.buildersbooksource.com
Air Barrier Systems: Increasing Building Performance, Decreasing Energy Costs
Air Barrier Systems: Increasing Building Performance, Decreasing Energy Costs
Alan Learned, one of the highest trained in his field of study will take you through a technical review of the building envelope, explaining how you can increase your building performance by using air and moisture management systems. He will focus on the most current and educational technical data available. Alan takes you through a step by step virtual field trip, explaining the process of managing moisture and air through all types of weather barrier systems.
Take part in the discussion by asking the most difficult technical questions you can think of pertaining to managing moisture. Alan will not leave you disappointed, but will answer all your questions and back it up with fact, not fiction! You will be amazed as soon as you step inside, getting an immediate opportunity to have a hands on product demonstration of innovative moisture management materials. You definitely do not want to miss this opportunity.
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Cost: $3 chapter members and their guests; $5 non-chapter members.
Click Here for Registration
1.5 CES/HSW LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Alan Learned, one of the highest trained in his field of study will take you through a technical review of the building envelope, explaining how you can increase your building performance by using air and moisture management systems. He will focus on the most current and educational technical data available. Alan takes you through a step by step virtual field trip, explaining the process of managing moisture and air through all types of weather barrier systems.
Take part in the discussion by asking the most difficult technical questions you can think of pertaining to managing moisture. Alan will not leave you disappointed, but will answer all your questions and back it up with fact, not fiction! You will be amazed as soon as you step inside, getting an immediate opportunity to have a hands on product demonstration of innovative moisture management materials. You definitely do not want to miss this opportunity.
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Cost: $3 chapter members and their guests; $5 non-chapter members.
Click Here for Registration
1.5 CES/HSW LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Architecture, a Continuum of Life
Architecture, a Continuum of Life
Mui Ho, Principal of Mui Ho, Architect in Berkeley.
Presented by Women in Architecture
Thursday 10/11/07
Mui will discuss how she manages to balance being principal of a successful architecture firm, lecturing at UC Berkeley and her personal life. She will also cover how the sixties opened the door for women and minorities in the architectural field and at the same time created disharmony both in the work place and at home. Women architects, like other women professionals, try to find a good fit in the workplace and also try to have a slightly less traditional home life. As she sees it, it has been a continuing struggle.
Mui will discus how the life model of always being in a rush is not effective, and can be exhausting. As she would put it, 'we must stay with our goal and know our strength and weakness. We have to redefine success and other societal values, and we have to be flexible to deal with the complexities of personal and professional life. More importantly, we need to create peace and harmony in our life'.
1 CES/LUs
Presented by Women in Architecture
RSVPs not necessary but welcome.
Architecture, a Continuum of Life
AIA East Bay
Thursday 10/11/07
6:00pm-7:30pm Light reception begins at 6:00.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, 510/464-3600 or kellie@aiaeb.org
Mui Ho, Principal of Mui Ho, Architect in Berkeley.
Presented by Women in Architecture
Thursday 10/11/07
Mui will discuss how she manages to balance being principal of a successful architecture firm, lecturing at UC Berkeley and her personal life. She will also cover how the sixties opened the door for women and minorities in the architectural field and at the same time created disharmony both in the work place and at home. Women architects, like other women professionals, try to find a good fit in the workplace and also try to have a slightly less traditional home life. As she sees it, it has been a continuing struggle.
Mui will discus how the life model of always being in a rush is not effective, and can be exhausting. As she would put it, 'we must stay with our goal and know our strength and weakness. We have to redefine success and other societal values, and we have to be flexible to deal with the complexities of personal and professional life. More importantly, we need to create peace and harmony in our life'.
1 CES/LUs
Presented by Women in Architecture
RSVPs not necessary but welcome.
Architecture, a Continuum of Life
AIA East Bay
Thursday 10/11/07
6:00pm-7:30pm Light reception begins at 6:00.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, 510/464-3600 or kellie@aiaeb.org
ARE Seminars: Construction Documents with Rob Williamson, AIA
Did you know that you have until Sunday, October 7 to register for the Construction Documents ARE Seminar at AIA East Bay without a $40 late registration fee? The class begins on Wednesday, October 10 and late registration will go into effect on Monday, October 8. Space is limited so register today!
Sign up now to take this seminar with newly licensed Architect Rob Williamson, AIA. This two part seminar on October 10 and 17 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. is one you won't want to miss.
Here's your chance to get information first hand from someone who has recently taken exams! Space is limited so register now at http://aiaeb.org/arereview.htm
Sign up before Sunday, October 7 to avoid a $40 late registration fee.
Construction Documents
Instructor: Robert Williamson, AIA
Wednesday, October 10 and 17 from 6-9pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact Person: kellie@aiaeb.orgClick here for registration
Not a member of the AIA?Join now for only $209 for Associate membership through December 2008. Get your AIA Associate membership and save on all ARE Seminars. Remember, chapter members can check out items from the Kaplan Study Materials Library at no cost! To take advantage of discounted membership, download the membership application and fax it to 510/464-3616.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett phone: 510/464-3600 email: kellie@aiaeb.org
Sign up now to take this seminar with newly licensed Architect Rob Williamson, AIA. This two part seminar on October 10 and 17 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. is one you won't want to miss.
Here's your chance to get information first hand from someone who has recently taken exams! Space is limited so register now at http://aiaeb.org/arereview.htm
Sign up before Sunday, October 7 to avoid a $40 late registration fee.
Construction Documents
Instructor: Robert Williamson, AIA
Wednesday, October 10 and 17 from 6-9pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact Person: kellie@aiaeb.orgClick here for registration
Not a member of the AIA?Join now for only $209 for Associate membership through December 2008. Get your AIA Associate membership and save on all ARE Seminars. Remember, chapter members can check out items from the Kaplan Study Materials Library at no cost! To take advantage of discounted membership, download the membership application and fax it to 510/464-3616.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett phone: 510/464-3600 email: kellie@aiaeb.org
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Cities of the Future Call for Submissions
The History Channel, Infiniti and IBM, in partnership with the American Institute of Architects, are conducting an open search for twelve design teams, to imagine the future of some of the country’s most important cities.
The selected participants will compete alongside a slate of nationally recognized designers in a public forum in late January 2008. If you think you have what it takes to look into the future and envision the changes that will take place in American cities, design solutions to the problems they pose, and make the world a better place, click here to learn more! Submissions are due November 9th, 2007.
For more information: click here
The selected participants will compete alongside a slate of nationally recognized designers in a public forum in late January 2008. If you think you have what it takes to look into the future and envision the changes that will take place in American cities, design solutions to the problems they pose, and make the world a better place, click here to learn more! Submissions are due November 9th, 2007.
For more information: click here
Are you an AIA Member with Kids Studying Architecture?
Milton F. Lunch Research Fellowship
The AIA Trust announces a new opportunity for architecture students to increase their knowledge of practice management, professional liability, and public policy issues. AIA members with children studying architecture or in graduate school can have them apply for the Milton F. Lunch Research Fellowship offered by Victor O. Schinnerer & Company.
The program, originally only for engineering students, memorializes the man who served as general counsel of the National Society of Professional Engineers for 40 years and, for another 15 years, as a consultant to Schinnerer.The fellowship consists of an intensive eight-week summer program at Schinnerer’s Chevy Chase, Md., offices immediately north of Washington, D.C. The program provides both an educational component (about professional liability risk management in the performance of construction-related professional services) and a research assignment. The fellow will analyze practice trends, investigate legal and contractual developments, and mine the Schinnerer claims files to address a specific source of risk. The work culminates in a report shared with policyholders, the design and construction press, and academic institutions. In addition to gaining a better understanding of the complex relationships among risk, liability, and contemporary professional practice, the student will be well compensated.
The fellowship provides a stipend of $7,000 for an eight-week commitment and a housing allowance of up to $2,000.Fellowship applicants must be U.S. citizens who intend to pursue a career in architecture, engineering, construction, or law. The fellowship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in architecture, engineering or engineering management, business management, construction or program management, or law programs.
For more information: Visit the Schinnerer Web site.
The AIA Trust announces a new opportunity for architecture students to increase their knowledge of practice management, professional liability, and public policy issues. AIA members with children studying architecture or in graduate school can have them apply for the Milton F. Lunch Research Fellowship offered by Victor O. Schinnerer & Company.
The program, originally only for engineering students, memorializes the man who served as general counsel of the National Society of Professional Engineers for 40 years and, for another 15 years, as a consultant to Schinnerer.The fellowship consists of an intensive eight-week summer program at Schinnerer’s Chevy Chase, Md., offices immediately north of Washington, D.C. The program provides both an educational component (about professional liability risk management in the performance of construction-related professional services) and a research assignment. The fellow will analyze practice trends, investigate legal and contractual developments, and mine the Schinnerer claims files to address a specific source of risk. The work culminates in a report shared with policyholders, the design and construction press, and academic institutions. In addition to gaining a better understanding of the complex relationships among risk, liability, and contemporary professional practice, the student will be well compensated.
The fellowship provides a stipend of $7,000 for an eight-week commitment and a housing allowance of up to $2,000.Fellowship applicants must be U.S. citizens who intend to pursue a career in architecture, engineering, construction, or law. The fellowship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in architecture, engineering or engineering management, business management, construction or program management, or law programs.
For more information: Visit the Schinnerer Web site.
Monday, October 01, 2007
Sustainability, Energy and Environment
From Berkeley Design Advocates:
Sustainability, Energy and Environment
Breakfast Meeting Wed Oct 3, 730am
Please join us on Wednesday Oct 3 for a roundtable conversation with city staffers and Erick Mikiten, AIA (representing the East Bay AIA and BDA Steering Committee Member) on the continuing quest to make designs and buildings more energy efficient and sustainable.
This is sure to be a must-see event and will provide BDA members an opportunity to ask questions directly of one of the city’s most influential leaders.
ALL BREAKFAST MEETINGS ARE AT "THE VAULT" 3250 Adeline St, near Alcatraz
For more information: berkeleydesignadvocates@yahoo.com
Sustainability, Energy and Environment
Breakfast Meeting Wed Oct 3, 730am
Please join us on Wednesday Oct 3 for a roundtable conversation with city staffers and Erick Mikiten, AIA (representing the East Bay AIA and BDA Steering Committee Member) on the continuing quest to make designs and buildings more energy efficient and sustainable.
This is sure to be a must-see event and will provide BDA members an opportunity to ask questions directly of one of the city’s most influential leaders.
ALL BREAKFAST MEETINGS ARE AT "THE VAULT" 3250 Adeline St, near Alcatraz
For more information: berkeleydesignadvocates@yahoo.com
Architecture in Film: Public Movies in Oakland
The American Institute of Architects, East Bay joins communities across the country in celebrating Architecture Month in October by screening four popular movies that honor architects and architecture. Shown by AIA East Bay will be:
October 1: My Architect, a son’s journey. Director Nathaniel Kahn searches to
understand his father, noted architect Louis Kahn, who died bankrupt and alone
in 1974.October 15: The Fountainhead (1949, Gary Cooper, Patricia Neal) Based on the
novel by philosopher Ayn Rand, this is the story of architect Howard Roark.October 22: Sketches of Frank Gehry, by Sidney Pollack. A look at the life
and work of the renowned architect.October 29: Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1949, Cary Grant, Myrna Loy)
These are open to the public; all are welcome to attend.A $2/per
person donation is requested at the door to benefit Rebuilding
Together Oakland. Sorry, only bottled water is allowed in the theater.
WHEN: Monday, October 1, 15, 22 and 29
6:00 p.m.
WHERE: AIA East Bay
1405 Clay Street, Oakland—12th Street/City Center BART exit
For more information: If you want more information about Architecture Month, please call Sidney Sweeney at 510/464-3600.
Green Building Super Heroes Gala
Thursday, October 25, 2007 (5:30 PM) - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 (9:00 PM)
The U.S. Green Building Council, Northern California Chapter (USGBC-NCC) presents the 1st Annual Green Building Super Heroes Award Gala, a special event at the Mezzanine in San Francisco http://www.mezzaninesf.com/club.asp. The reception begins at 5:30 and the program will begin at 6:30.
Tickets are $75 in advance (buy online), or $100 at the door.The Gala features a a Super Heroes theme, with costumed super heroes, special VIP speakers (to be announced soon), a chance to win dinner for two at Chez Panisse, gift bags with green goodies, the Lee Bloom Jazz Combo, and a festive and fun atmosphere. A special prize goes to the most creative green building super hero costume!
USGBC-NCC will honor 4 pioneers of the green building movement from Northern California, in different industry categories:
Founder's Award
David Gottfried, founder of USGBC. David held the first Board meeting of USGBC in our current office in San Francisco in 1993.
Individual
Mrs. Huang - The owner of The Orchard Hotel, a LEED Certified Hotel .
Non-Profit Organization
Ella Baker Center for Human Rights - Van Jones. Van and the Center are pioneers in incorporating social justice and equity issues in the green movement. Van is a leader of the Apollo Project and works with low-income people in Oakland to promote good (green) jobs and social justice.
Corporation
Fireman's Fund - launched the nation's first "green insurance" program that offers a 5% discount if you build a LEED building.
The program starts at 6:30 with a before and after reception featuring The Lee Bloom Jazz Combo. So grab your most creative super hero costume for a chance to win a special green prize, and join us for a night of fun! Tickets are on sale now on our website.
For more information, please contact heidi@usgbc-ncc.org with any questions.
The U.S. Green Building Council, Northern California Chapter (USGBC-NCC) presents the 1st Annual Green Building Super Heroes Award Gala, a special event at the Mezzanine in San Francisco http://www.mezzaninesf.com/club.asp. The reception begins at 5:30 and the program will begin at 6:30.
Tickets are $75 in advance (buy online), or $100 at the door.The Gala features a a Super Heroes theme, with costumed super heroes, special VIP speakers (to be announced soon), a chance to win dinner for two at Chez Panisse, gift bags with green goodies, the Lee Bloom Jazz Combo, and a festive and fun atmosphere. A special prize goes to the most creative green building super hero costume!
USGBC-NCC will honor 4 pioneers of the green building movement from Northern California, in different industry categories:
Founder's Award
David Gottfried, founder of USGBC. David held the first Board meeting of USGBC in our current office in San Francisco in 1993.
Individual
Mrs. Huang - The owner of The Orchard Hotel, a LEED Certified Hotel .
Non-Profit Organization
Ella Baker Center for Human Rights - Van Jones. Van and the Center are pioneers in incorporating social justice and equity issues in the green movement. Van is a leader of the Apollo Project and works with low-income people in Oakland to promote good (green) jobs and social justice.
Corporation
Fireman's Fund - launched the nation's first "green insurance" program that offers a 5% discount if you build a LEED building.
The program starts at 6:30 with a before and after reception featuring The Lee Bloom Jazz Combo. So grab your most creative super hero costume for a chance to win a special green prize, and join us for a night of fun! Tickets are on sale now on our website.
For more information, please contact heidi@usgbc-ncc.org with any questions.
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