Interior designers, specifiers and managers know that it's the details that make the difference between "good" and "great" projects. Any major component of the work done poorly becomes noticeable and can be the source of conflict or the cause of a lost client. Clear, concise and accurate specifications are critical to achieving the design intent of any tile or stone project. They enable the design professioinal to achieve the desired appearance at the optimal balance of cost and quality. They allow the tile setter to understand exactly what is wanted, and they provide a reference to ensure that the work provided is in keeping witht hte design concept.
This program, scheduled Wednesday, October 15th, discusses how to specify ceramic tile and stone using the TCNA Handbook. The presentation includes critical specification issues such as lippage, expansion joints, sound and crack isolation. It will also cover how to integrate the TCNA Handbook installation guideelines onto construction documents.
Presenter: Michael Chambers, FAIA FCSI CCS
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None;This program is open to all. Lunch provided. Please RSVP.
1 HSW/CES/LU
Fore More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Wood-Framed Shear Wall Design and Construction
Join us Tuesday, October 7th for a Lunchtime Learning presentation set to cover the physical principles that affect shear walls, the five essential attributes of any shear wall, real-live examples of common design and construction errors and shear wall construction with respect to seismic retrofits of foundation cripple walls.
Presenter: Thor Matteson, SE, Author of the book "Wood-Framed Shear Wall Construction - an Illustrated Guide "
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; This program is open to all. Brown bag lunch. Drinks provided. Please RSVP.
1.5 CES/LU
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Presenter: Thor Matteson, SE, Author of the book "Wood-Framed Shear Wall Construction - an Illustrated Guide "
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; This program is open to all. Brown bag lunch. Drinks provided. Please RSVP.
1.5 CES/LU
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Small Firm Forum: The Challenge of the Existing Home Green Point Rating
As a participant in the pilot program for Built It Green's rating system, Paul Welschmeyer, AIA, shares his experiences with the application and rating process. Paul's house was in the Spring 2008 Build It Green Home Tour.
Date: October 2, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: Free for Chapter members; $3 for non-members. Brown bag lunch, drinks provided.
1.5 CES/LUs
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Date: October 2, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: Free for Chapter members; $3 for non-members. Brown bag lunch, drinks provided.
1.5 CES/LUs
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Cooling System Design and Operation: From the Basics to LEED Certification
Lunchtime Learning event will review past and current typical system designs (review potential design problems), Current offerings and benefits for cooling water technology (best practices), Present how Nalco's offerings save water, energy, and chemicals, and show how to align those offerings with LEED building Certification (new and existing building).
Presented by: Kevin Olson and York Lackey, Nalco Company
Date: October 1, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; This program is open to all. Lunch provided. Please RSVP.
1.5 HSW/CES/LU
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Presented by: Kevin Olson and York Lackey, Nalco Company
Date: October 1, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Cost: None; This program is open to all. Lunch provided. Please RSVP.
1.5 HSW/CES/LU
For More Information: Contact Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
SMART Architects - Bay Area Architectural and Political Discussion of our Regional Transportation Network
From AIA Redwood Empire:
SMART Architect Forum
Join us for an evening with Charles McGlashan, Marin County Supervisor and Chair of SMART; and RK Stewart, FAIA, Past President of the AIA National, to discuss how architects can get involved with issues of regional and political importance.
For more information: exec@aiare.org
SMART Architect Forum
Join us for an evening with Charles McGlashan, Marin County Supervisor and Chair of SMART; and RK Stewart, FAIA, Past President of the AIA National, to discuss how architects can get involved with issues of regional and political importance.
Where: Marin Civic Center in San Rafael
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 Refreshments and Networking 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Forum Discussion
Cost: Free (Donations to SMART Campaign accepted but not required at the door.)
Please rsvp either by response email to exec@aiare.org or by registering at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/43157.
Program description:
SMART Architects - Bay Area Architectural and Political Discussion of our Regional Transportation Network
For more information: exec@aiare.org
Friday, September 26, 2008
The “Six-Month Rule”
In June, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards’ (NCARB) Member Boards passed a rule requiring interns to submit their training units in reporting periods of no longer than six months. The “Six-Month Rule,” as it has been nicknamed, will go into effect on 1 July 2009 for interns who begin an NCARB Record on or after that date and 1 July 2010 for all interns regardless of application date. All training unit reports must be submitted electronically and within two months of completion of each reporting period.
For more inforamtion: http://www.ncarb.org/newsclips/6monthrule.html
For more inforamtion: http://www.ncarb.org/newsclips/6monthrule.html
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Oakland citywide zoning update
From the City of Oakland:
"We are emailing you to inform you about upcoming community meetings regarding the citywide zoning update process. The first round of community meetings is scheduled for September 25 and October 4, 2008, respectively, as detailed below.
A brochure about the Zoning Update is available online at http://www.oaklandnet.com/zoningupdate/ . Please check the Zoning Update webpage for the latest Zoning Update process news and information.
Regards,
Strategic Planning Staff
City of
Planning and Zoning Division
250 Frank H. Ogawa Plz –
Zoning Update Message Line: (510) 238-7299 Fax: (510) 238-6538
The City of Oakland Oakland
Three rounds of community meetings are planned as part of the process to develop the City’s residential and commercial zoning regulations. The first round of community meetings is intended to be an introduction to the citywide zoning update process: what’s been done, what still needs to be completed, and how individuals can stay informed and participate in the process.
Round 1: Introduction to the Zoning Update.
Come learn about the Citywide Zoning Update work plan and schedule. Staff from the City’s Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA) Planning and Zoning Division will also be available to present information and answer general questions you may have about zoning and the General Plan. The same meeting has been scheduled at two different locations and times.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Place:Beebe Memorial Church 3900 Telegraph Avenue
39th St.
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2008
Time: 10:00am – noon
Place:Coliseum College Prep Academy 1390 66th Ave International Blvd.
(located a little less than 1 mi. from the Coliseum BART)
Three rounds of community meetings are planned as part of the process to develop the City’s residential and commercial zoning regulations. The first round of community meetings is intended to be an introduction to the citywide zoning update process: what’s been done, what still needs to be completed, and how individuals can stay informed and participate in the process.
Round 1: Introduction to the Zoning Update.
Come learn about the Citywide Zoning Update work plan and schedule. Staff from the City’s Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA) Planning and Zoning Division will also be available to present information and answer general questions you may have about zoning and the General Plan. The same meeting has been scheduled at two different locations and times.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Place:
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2008
Time: 10:00am – noon
Place:
(located a little less than 1 mi. from the Coliseum BART)
The other two rounds of community workshops are planned in 2009:
§ Round 2: Residential/Commercial Zoning: Issues Identification. Jan 2009
The goal of these meetings is to define the priorities of
§ Round 3: Residential/Commercial: Proposed Concepts. May 2009
The goal of these meetings is to present and collect feedback about draft zoning concepts and mapping.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Safety Assessment Training in San Jose
AIASCV’s Emergency Preparedness Committee, with support from the local Office of Emergency Services (OES), will provide an all day SAP training event that will highlight architects’ roles in recovery to establish your SAP Certification.
Date: Sept. 25, 2008
Time 8:30am to 5pm
Location : Sheriff’s Auditorium, 55 W. Younger Avenue, San Jose, CA
Lunch included and materials provided.
Fee: $50 Check payable to AIASCV
CES credits, including 5 HSW
RSVP to: colette.marie@yahoo.com by September 19, 2008.
For more information: colette.marie@yahoo.com
Date: Sept. 25, 2008
Time 8:30am to 5pm
Location : Sheriff’s Auditorium, 55 W. Younger Avenue, San Jose, CA
Lunch included and materials provided.
Fee: $50 Check payable to AIASCV
CES credits, including 5 HSW
RSVP to: colette.marie@yahoo.com by September 19, 2008.
For more information: colette.marie@yahoo.com
Friday, September 12, 2008
Wood Solutions Fair Speaker Lineup - San Francisco, Sept. 30
On September 30th from 8:00am-5:30pm in South San Francisco is the Annual Northern California Wood Solution Fair. Wood Solution Fairs are FREE multi-faceted, day-long educational events on the use of wood in commercial buildings. They combine topical seminars with relevant trade booths to deliver a comprehensive educational experience for individuals considering or using wood in non-residential structures. From safety and durability to code issues, green building and more, Fairs provide the kind of in-depth and practical information that can be applied to projects immediately. WoodWorks is an approved AIA provider. Eligible attendees will qualify for a maximum of six HSW credits. Professional Development Certificates and AIA CES forms will be available on site.
For more information: and to register visit
http://www.woodworks.org/educationTraining/california/newsEvents09300802
For more information: and to register visit
http://www.woodworks.org/educationTraining/california/newsEvents09300802
City of Walnut Creek looking for Design Review Commissioner
The City of Walnut Creek is recruiting for their Design Review Commission. This is a community volunteer role on a five-member advisory body to the City Council. The opening is immediate to fulfill the 16 months remaining on an unscheduled vacancy. Terms are for three years thereafter. The Commission acts in a quasi-judicial role and assists the City in envisioning its future design planning efforts; ensuring buildings meet established design criteria; and in helping to build community around quality and unique development. The City and Council place great value on the input and direction provided by the Commission and the insight provided by professional architects are especially appreciated in this role. Information on current projects in Walnut Creek can be found on the City’s website on the bottom of the page at this link: http://www.walnut-creek.org/header.asp?genericId=2&catId=10&SubCatid=748
The application and more information on the commission can be found by following this link: http://www.walnut-creek.org/pdf/Commission%20Application.DRC.2008.pdf. Applications are due in my office by 5 pm on Wednesday October 1, 2008.
For more information:
Patrice M. Olds
City Clerk
City of Walnut Creek
1666 N. Main Street
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 943-5819 Direct Line
olds@walnut-creek.org
The application and more information on the commission can be found by following this link: http://www.walnut-creek.org/pdf/Commission%20Application.DRC.2008.pdf. Applications are due in my office by 5 pm on Wednesday October 1, 2008.
For more information:
Patrice M. Olds
City Clerk
City of Walnut Creek
1666 N. Main Street
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 943-5819 Direct Line
olds@walnut-creek.org
Monday, September 08, 2008
Lunch & Tour of Christ the Light Cathedral
Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning + SOM
Invite you to join Dr. Guillermo Vasquez de Velasco, Dean of the College of Architecture & Planning along withBrenda Bergl, Director of Development – Ball State University for a reception and pre-dedication tour of Christ the Light Cathedral in Oakland, CA
with Special Host
Craig W. Hartman, FAIA, Design Partner–
Skidmore Owens and Merrill
(Ball State University – ’73 CAP graduate)
When: Tuesday, September 16, 2008
What: Lunch provided at 12:00 p.m. at SOM with
Christ the Light Cathedral tour beginning at 2:00 p.m.
(Transport via Bart to the Cathedral.)
Where: Skidmore Owens and Merrill
One Front Street
Suite 2500
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 981-1555
Cost: Free for Ball State Alumni; $20 all others. Cash or check only.
RSVP by September 12: (attendance is limited)Sheila Kelley smkelley2@bsu.edu 765.285.2545
Craig W. Hartman, FAIA, is a design partner based in SOM’s San Francisco Office. His work with SOM in the United States, Europe, and Asia, while extremely broad in its typology—ranging from entire urban districts to singular works of commercial, civic, and cultural architecture—consistently adheres to a rigorous modern vocabulary that acknowledges issues of place involving climate, physical and cultural landscape, and historic precedent.
Mr. Hartman joined SOM in 1973 and served as design partner in the firm’s Houston and Washington, D.C. offices before coming to San Francisco, where he has established the West Coast architecture group as one of the region’s premier design practices. Just as SOM is a multifaceted practice encompassing architecture, planning, engineering, interiors, and graphic design, Mr. Hartman’s work demonstrates how, through interdisciplinary collaboration, projects can achieve innovation in design and building performance.
Mr. Hartman has received numerous awards and honors for his work throughout his career, including four National AIA Honor Awards, and a Federal Design Achievement Award in the 2000 Presidential Design Awards Program. In 2001 he became the youngest recipient of the Maybeck Award from the California Council of the American Institute of Architects. This award recognizes a “lifetime achievement in architectural design” by an individual.
Dr. Vasquez de Velasco joined Ball State in August 2007 from Texas A&M University where he served as executive associate dean and director of outreach as well as coordinator of the Las Americas Digital Research Network. At Texas A&M, he earned the Graduate Faculty Award in 2003 and 2004, given by the graduating class of the professional architecture program, and received the College Teaching Excellence Award from the Association of Former (A&M) Students. Also, his efforts in the development of international programs in Europe and Latin America were recognized with the University International Excellence Award.Dr. Vasquez de Velasco earned his bachelor's degree in architecture and urban planning in 1979 from Universidad Ricardo Palma in Lima, Peru; his master's degree in architecture in 1982 from the University of Toronto; and his doctoral degree in architecture from Delft University of Technology in 1991.
For more information: Sheila Kelley smkelley2@bsu.edu 765.285.2545
Invite you to join Dr. Guillermo Vasquez de Velasco, Dean of the College of Architecture & Planning along withBrenda Bergl, Director of Development – Ball State University for a reception and pre-dedication tour of Christ the Light Cathedral in Oakland, CA
with Special Host
Craig W. Hartman, FAIA, Design Partner–
Skidmore Owens and Merrill
(Ball State University – ’73 CAP graduate)
When: Tuesday, September 16, 2008
What: Lunch provided at 12:00 p.m. at SOM with
Christ the Light Cathedral tour beginning at 2:00 p.m.
(Transport via Bart to the Cathedral.)
Where: Skidmore Owens and Merrill
One Front Street
Suite 2500
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 981-1555
Cost: Free for Ball State Alumni; $20 all others. Cash or check only.
RSVP by September 12: (attendance is limited)Sheila Kelley smkelley2@bsu.edu 765.285.2545
Craig W. Hartman, FAIA, is a design partner based in SOM’s San Francisco Office. His work with SOM in the United States, Europe, and Asia, while extremely broad in its typology—ranging from entire urban districts to singular works of commercial, civic, and cultural architecture—consistently adheres to a rigorous modern vocabulary that acknowledges issues of place involving climate, physical and cultural landscape, and historic precedent.
Mr. Hartman joined SOM in 1973 and served as design partner in the firm’s Houston and Washington, D.C. offices before coming to San Francisco, where he has established the West Coast architecture group as one of the region’s premier design practices. Just as SOM is a multifaceted practice encompassing architecture, planning, engineering, interiors, and graphic design, Mr. Hartman’s work demonstrates how, through interdisciplinary collaboration, projects can achieve innovation in design and building performance.
Mr. Hartman has received numerous awards and honors for his work throughout his career, including four National AIA Honor Awards, and a Federal Design Achievement Award in the 2000 Presidential Design Awards Program. In 2001 he became the youngest recipient of the Maybeck Award from the California Council of the American Institute of Architects. This award recognizes a “lifetime achievement in architectural design” by an individual.
Dr. Vasquez de Velasco joined Ball State in August 2007 from Texas A&M University where he served as executive associate dean and director of outreach as well as coordinator of the Las Americas Digital Research Network. At Texas A&M, he earned the Graduate Faculty Award in 2003 and 2004, given by the graduating class of the professional architecture program, and received the College Teaching Excellence Award from the Association of Former (A&M) Students. Also, his efforts in the development of international programs in Europe and Latin America were recognized with the University International Excellence Award.Dr. Vasquez de Velasco earned his bachelor's degree in architecture and urban planning in 1979 from Universidad Ricardo Palma in Lima, Peru; his master's degree in architecture in 1982 from the University of Toronto; and his doctoral degree in architecture from Delft University of Technology in 1991.
For more information: Sheila Kelley smkelley2@bsu.edu 765.285.2545
Friday, September 05, 2008
RFQ: San Jose Redevelopment Agency Façade Improvement Program
Request for Qualifications
San Jose Redevelopment Agency Façade Improvement Program
Deadline: September 30, 2008
The San Jose Redevelopment Agency is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms or individuals to provide professional architectural design services as part of the Façade Improvement Program for redevelopment areas on an as-needed basis. It is anticipated that the consultant services will be provided for up to a two year period and may be extended if agreed to by all parties. The purpose of the program is to assist business and property owners in designing and constructing façade improvements, including signage, awnings, painting, and other nonstructural elements. In some cases, structural work, major modifications, and historic preservation are undertaken.
Complete RFQ at http://www.sjredevelopment.org/RFQ/ArchRFQ2008.pdf
For more information: http://www.sjredevelopment.org/RFQ/ArchRFQ2008.pdf
San Jose Redevelopment Agency Façade Improvement Program
Deadline: September 30, 2008
The San Jose Redevelopment Agency is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms or individuals to provide professional architectural design services as part of the Façade Improvement Program for redevelopment areas on an as-needed basis. It is anticipated that the consultant services will be provided for up to a two year period and may be extended if agreed to by all parties. The purpose of the program is to assist business and property owners in designing and constructing façade improvements, including signage, awnings, painting, and other nonstructural elements. In some cases, structural work, major modifications, and historic preservation are undertaken.
Complete RFQ at http://www.sjredevelopment.org/RFQ/ArchRFQ2008.pdf
For more information: http://www.sjredevelopment.org/RFQ/ArchRFQ2008.pdf
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