Friday, March 31, 2006

Pedestal-style Drafting Table

Nestler Konstrukteur pedestal-style drafting table for sale in good condition.
6.5' x 3.25' table swivels 360 degrees. Foot pedal operates hydraulics for height adjustment. Also includes attached tray. BEST OFFER

Mutoh Model S drafting arm for sale with an attached lamp in good condition- BEST OFFER
If interested in either- please call 925-639-9633


For more information: call 925-639-9633

California Students: Mel Ferris Scholarship

From the California Architectural Foundation:

2006 Mel Ferris Scholarship Information
Ability + Effort = $$$$

Do you have the desire, portfolio and need to continue your architectural education? If so, don’t miss this opportunity! The California Architectural Foundation is committed to assisting architecture students with the rising costs of education. The Mel Ferris Scholarship can help you to receive recognition for academic design achievements and financial assistance to pursue your educational goals. Funds are unrestricted and can be used to support you architectural education. Application materials are now available.

Click here to download the Mel Ferris Application materials.

Important Dates:
March 1, 2006 - Scholarship Applications Open
May 1, 2006 - Deadline for Receipt of Applications
May 19, 2006 - Scholarship Applications Evaluated
June 1, 2006 - Scholarship Recipients Notified
November 3, 2006 - Scholarship Recipients Honored at AIACC Desert Practice Conference


For more information: Celeste La Bonte, CAF Liaison at clabonte@aiacc.org.

Thursday, March 30, 2006

Models for the Future of Architecture Profession

Models for the Future of Architecture Profession: The Risks, Rewards, and Opportunites of Technology

June 6, 2006
Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites
Los Angeles, CA

The AIA Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Knowledge Community has identified three emerging technologies: building information modeling, collaboration, and interoperability. By exploring ways in which the architect can leverage new technologies to assume the critical role of project information manager, the conference will continue to build upon past TAP conference themes.

For more information:
http://www.aia.org/tap_models06

Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Cal Poly Architecture Students to Showcase Thesis Designs

COALESCE EXHIBITION
Cal Poly Campus, San Luis Obispo
May 26-29, 2006

Cal Poly fifth-year architecture students will exhibit their design-studio thesis work on campus during “Coalesce,” one of the largest architecture and design exhibitions between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The event culminates a year of thesis work by more than 180 graduating architecture students, who were allowed to choose their own topics from the Cal Poly architecture program’s many options.

The exhibit begins Friday, May 26, with an opening reception from 3 to 6 p.m. in Chumash Auditorium in the University Union. It continues over Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday.

The event is free and open to the public.

For information: (805) 748-8330 or visit
www.arch.calpoly.edu

Conference and Expo on Residential Green Building

WEST COAST GREEN
The largest Conference and Expo on Residential Green Building in the Country

September 28-30, 2006
Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, San Francisco.

The first of its kind, West Coast Green is poised to become the premier venue for residential building professionals in the western United States. While new green events emerge every year, this conference and expo represents the largest milestone yet in the residential green building movement. It not only exceeds the scale and scope of any other residential green building event, but also employs the most exciting innovations in conference design and visionary content.

For more information: (800) 419-1282 or
www.westcoastgreen.com

Seeking Architects & Engineers to teach High School Electives

High Tech High Bayshore is planning to offer elective classes in architecture engineering, robotics, marine biology, multimedia and computer science for the 2006 -07 school year. Professionals who have not previously taught are encouraged to apply for these positions. At High Tech High students engage in interdisciplinary projects, meet with personal advisors and participate in internships, where they have a chance to apply what they learn to adult-world challenges.

Interested applicants please send resumes to:
jfeldman@bayshore.hightechhigh.org.

For more information: Linda Stevenin, 650-381-0100 x212 or
www.hightechhigh.org

Friday, March 24, 2006

Paffard Keatinge-Clay

From DOCOMOMO:

"Paffard Keatinge-Clay - March 25th.
Join us for a discussion and tour with Paffard Keatinge-Clay at the San Francisco Art Institute & the San Francisco State University Student Union on Saturday Morning, March 25th at 10 am, 800 Chestnut Street. Lecture at 10 am Tour of the Art Institute Addition from 10:45 to 11:30 Reconvene at the San Francisco State Student Union on the SFSU campus from 12 to 12:45, at the rooftop amphitheater.


A new book documenting PKC’s oeuvre is being published by SciARC press and will be available for signing by both the author and subject at this unique event. See the book at artbooks.com and amazon.com. The tour coincides with an exhibition of Paffard Keatinge-Clay’s work at the SciARC gallery in Los Angeles.

RSVP to: pkctour@yahoo.com
Tour size is limited, so please rsvp promptly.
Suggested donation is $10/person
Presented by Docomomo US/Northern California chapter.


For more information: www.docomomo-us.org

Berkeley Design Office to Share


Berkeley Design Office to Share

Wanted: Architect or Interior Designer to share beautiful furnished office with Designer and part-time Assistant. Class A space. $1000/mo.
Included: DSL, copy, fax, design library, lunch/conference area, patio, parking.

For More Information: Contact Ellen Slack, ASID CID 510-845-3936 eslack@interior-dimensions.biz

TALC's 9th Annual Summit

4/1/06
TALC's 9th Annual Summit
This year's summit will feature strategy sessions to tap the power of planning and working together and training sessions to deepen and broaden your knowledge and effectiveness.
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: First Unitarian Church- 685 14th St. in downtown Oakland
Cost: Pre-registration $10; $20 at the door, which includes breakfast, lunch, materials, and free valet bike parking. Self-report for CES!

For more information: hoang@transcoalition.org

Attend the AIA National Convention in LA for free!

New AIA Members—Attend the AIA National Convention in Los Angeles for free!

Join the AIA and attend the 2006 convention at no cost. All new architect and associate members (including members whose status has changed from Assoc. AIA to AIA) who join between May 22, 2005, and March 31, 2006, are invited to attend the 2006 annual convention free of charge. This value (up to $675) will give you the opportunity to spend time with your colleagues and peers and experience the full benefit of your membership.

For more information: sidney@aiaeb.org

Thursday, March 23, 2006

Tour Natoma Architects (Stanley Saitowitz's Office)

From Rick Leitzinger, Assoc. AIA:

"Our first Cat-a-lyst event for 2006 is finally here. Stanley Saitowitz has graciously offered to take point on a new season of office and building tours. Come join us Saturday, March 25th at 1022 Natoma Street, San Francisco. The tour will start at 11:00 AM. We look forward to see you there. Should be lots of fun and very informative.

Stanley Saitowitz AIA, principal of Stanley Saitowitz Office/Natoma Architects Inc, was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. He holds a degree in architecture from the University of Witwaterstand, Johannesburg and a Masters in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, where he is currently a professor. He lectures extensively in the US and abroad. His work is published in local and international magazines, and his paintings, drawings and models exhibited in numerous galleries and museums.

Her are just a few examples of his work that you might be familiar with:

Beth Sholom
Sited at the intersection of Park Presidio and Clements Street, the project’s early plans called for the establishment of a pair of religious structures; one, a neo-classical Christen Science Church, the other a Congregation Beth Sholom whose two buildings sit on a plinth, forming an elevated courtyard. The first building is a masonry sanctuary, the second, a radiant cube housing all other spaces of the congregation.

Oxbow
The Oxbow School is a one semester fine arts program for high school juniors from public and independent schools nationwide. It offers students the opportunity for in depth study and practice of the visual arts. The school has been initiated by Robert Mondovi and Ann Hatch.

Be sure to RSVP with Connie Barton, Executive Director, AIASMC
650 348 5133
aiasmc@ix.netcom.com"

For more information: AIA San Mateo County 650/348-5133

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

RFQ: Shiley Eye Center Clinical Expansion

The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) will select an Executive Architect to prepare construction and bid documents and provide construction administration phase services for the Shiley Eye Center Clinical Expansion, located at the UCSD Medical Center, La Jolla campus. This project consists of the preparation of construction documents as well as providing bid phase and construction administration phase services for the Shiley Eye Center Clinical Expansion.

CO Architects of Los Angeles, California, the original architect for the facility, has provided the preliminary design for this project. In conformance with the Public Contract Code and University policy, when the proposed scope of services is expected to result in a contract amount that exceeds $100,000, the University is required to conduct a formal consultant selection process. Since the anticipated amount for the services required in support of this project will exceed that threshold, the University will make the selection in accordance with such procedures. The estimated cost of construction is $5,200,000 at CCCI 4835.

For more information:
Holli Nicewander
Administrative Services Manager
UCSD Facilities Design & Construction
10280 N. Torrey Pines Road, Suite 470
La Jolla, CA 92093-0916
(858) 534-7484
www.fdc.ucsd.edu