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AIA MINNESOTA MATRIX NEWSLETTER
JUNE 2017 |
Pausing and Asking
By Mary Margaret Zindren, AIA Minnesota Executive Vice President
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Architecture MN magazine and AIA Minnesota had months ago begun planning an event with the Walker Art Center as part of the grand re-opening of the Sculpture Garden. The event was to be a panel discussion focused on the interplay among architecture, landscape architecture, and public art.
And then the context changed.
"Scaffold" was erected. Outrage was swift and deeply felt, particularly by Dakota people who had not been engaged in advance.
Read more »
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AIA Commercial Airing on HGTV and Hulu
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The new commercial is available for you to
share and view. It will air on HGTV and Hulu 3-4 weeks in May and June, and again in the Fall for 4-5 weeks. AIA is also among the sponsors for HGTV's popular "Urban Oasis" home giveaway.
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NEW ONLINE LEARNING COMMUNITY ON EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
AIA Minnesota is currently building an online learning community focused on topics of equity, diversity and inclusion around the profession of architecture. In addition to curated content (articles, research reports, videos, etc.), we plan to publish original content - conversations where experiences are shared, perspectives heard, and assumptions challenged.
Do you have suggestions for articles or media to post? Topics or questions you'd like this online resource to address? Let us know! Interested in helping to build this resource? Both ongoing engagement and micro-volunteering (one-time commitments of a few hours) are welcome. Contact
Shida Du, AIA
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2017 Homes by Architects Tour
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AIA MINNESOTA CONVENTION & EXPO
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2017 AIA Minnesota Convention & Product Exposition
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November 14-17, 2017
Minneapolis Convention Center,
1301 Second Avenue S., Minneapolis
Exhibit Hall booth reservations & sponsorship opportunities now available. 2016 exhibitors will have first right to renew booth from last year. Reserve your booth & view sponsorship information »
New for exhibitors this year, lead retrieval and opportunities for 15-minute education programs at your booths. Learn more »
Continuing Education at the Convention
Call for Firms Participating: Giving Back Track
The Convention Programs Committee seeks participation from ten firms throughout the state to showcase the philanthropic work of your firm through a slide presentations.
Learn more and sign up to participate »
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MASTERING THE FUTURE BUSINESS OF ARCHITECTURE: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION
Thursday, June 8, 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Hosted at the offices of BWBR in St. Paul
This highly interactive, full-day workshop is intended for architects and other design professionals at every stage of experience.
Register now »
T3 OFFICE BUILDING TOUR
Thursday, July 20, 3:30-5:30 pm
AIR BARRIERS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
Tuesday, August 8, 7:30-9:00 am
MINNESOTA ENERGY CODE
Wednesday, September 20, 8:30-11:30 am
Presented in St. Paul and broadcast live via WebEx.
Register now »
ACCESSIBILITY: THE 20% RULE
Tuesday, October 10, 8:30-10:30 am
Presented in St. Paul and broadcast live via WebEx. A review of the 20% rule scoping requirement and the technical requirements for the elements triggered by the rule.
More details available soon »
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Gretchen Camp, AIA, partner at ESG Architects, was recently named one of MSP Business Journal's 2017 Women in Business. Camp is one of 51 women recognized for their professional achievements, leadership, and contributions to the broader Twin Cities.
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BWBR recently named a new principal to its leadership team, promoting
Terri Ulrick, AIA, LEED AP BD+C. Ulrick joined BWBR in 2006 and has been project manager since 2011.
Read more »
Julie Snow, FAIA, of Snow Kreilich Architects, will lead a summer master class in Vermont around the concept of contextually responsive design along with several other professionals. Space is still available in the master class.
Learn more »
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A WARM WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS:
Matthew J. Colianni, Assoc. AIA
Ryan S. Gram, Assoc. AIA
Griffin H. Jameson, AIA
Kristin A. Mason, Assoc. AIA
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Michael O. Noonan, Assoc. AIA
Elliot Olney, Assoc. AIA
Kyle P. Pederson, Assoc. AIA
Karl Schmidt, Assoc. AIA |
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NATIONAL & LOCAL CHAPTER UPDATES
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AIA NATIONAL
AIA'S NEW FORESIGHT REPORT NOW AVAILABLE
The document offers an environmental scan looking at trends that could transform our profession. Digital copies are free for members.
Download your copy today.
Two new tools are also available for members only: a PowerPoint deck with select data points and a strategic foresight planning workbook.
WEBINAR: EXPLORE NEW 2017 GENERAL CONDITIONS
Register for a free webinar on June 7 from 3:00-4:00 pm EDT, to learn about the changes to the revised A201™-2017, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, and how the new Sustainable Projects Exhibit can be used to better ensure health, safety, and welfare of project participants and the greater public.
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AIA MINNEAPOLIS
MONTHLY LUNCHEON: 2017 MERIT AWARDS --
Thursday, June 15, 11:45 am
Join us as we recognize the 2017 AIA Minneapolis Merit Award projects. Jurors will share their insights about each project, and award winners and clients will be present.
Register to attend by Friday, June 9.
ANNUAL GOLF OUTING -- Monday, July 24
Register now for the 2017 event at Majestic Oaks. This is a great day of golf along with a dinner reception with awards and prizes. Learn more and register »
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AIA NORTHERN MINNESOTA
NORSHOR THEATRE REMODEL TOUR -- Thursday, June 22, 4:30 pm
Tour the construction site and see the progress being made on the remodel of this historic theatre.
Learn more »
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AIA ST. PAUL
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: SUMMIT AVENUE WALKING TOUR --
Saturday, June 24, 9:00 am
Hear about the architecture and history of Summit Avenue in this 90-minute, guided walking tour. Space is limited, so
register early.
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HEALTHCARE ARCHITECTURE NETWORK EXPLORATORY DISCUSSION
Would a collaborative group that brings shared value to healthcare design professionals be of benefit to you? Please join us to discuss the potential of forming an AIA Minnesota Knowledge Group or committee.
Learn more »
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ARCHITECT LICENSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
5.0 STUDY MATERIALS NOW AVAILABLE -- TWIN CITIES AND DULUTH
AIA Minnesota's lending library has now been updated with Brightwood (formerly Kaplan) study books for each of the six sections of the 5.0 ARE. The 5.0 Ballast/PPI study guide is also available. The lending library is free for AIA Associate members to use. Contact Deanna Christiansen for more details.
A set of the six Brightwood books is also available for use in Duluth. Contact David Booth, AIA, for details. |
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COMMITTEE ON DESIGN
FIRM AWARD -- Nominations due Friday, June 30
The AIA Minnesota Firm Award is the highest honor bestowed by the association, recognizing an AIA Minnesota member firm that has made outstanding contributions to the advancement of the profession of architecture.
Learn more »
AIA MINNESTOA AWARD DEADLINES
Louis Lundgren Award
-- submissions due Friday, July 7
Special Award
-- submissions due Friday, July 7
25 Year Award
-- submissions due Friday, July 14
Honor Award
-- submissions due Thursday, September 22
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COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT (COTE)
THE RELI RESILIENCE ACTION LIST: DIVERSITY, ADAPTATION & CONNECTIVITY -- Thursday, June 8, 7:30 am
The RELI resilient design standard's principal author, Doug Pierce, will walk through the latest version of this pioneering new tool for adaptation to climate change and socio-economic instability.
Learn more »
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EMERGING PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE (EPC)
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DRAUGHTING CLUB -- June 14, 5:30 pm
Stop by Wabasha Brewing Company for a pint and some good conversation! The AIA Minnesota Emerging Professionals Committee (EPC) organizes Draughting Club on the second Wednesday of each month. Check out the
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WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE COMMITTEE
2017 WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SUMMIT: CREATING TAILWINDS --
September 14-16, 2017 in Washington DC
Registration is now open for this two-day event focusing on supporting women architects, creating new paths to leadership, and providing a forum to recognize and champion their work. Learn more and register »
The Beverly Hauschild-Baron Leadership Fund, managed by the Minnesota Architectural Foundation (MAF), is offering a $1,000 scholarship to help offset expenses for an AIA Minnesota member to attend the 2017 Summit. Applications due June 30.
Download the application »
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NEW COMMITTEE OPPORTUNITIES
Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
This committee is focused particularly (but no exclusively) on diversity of gender and race/color/ethnicity. Engagement can be in-person or online, and can be through micro-volunteering.
Learn more »
Research Committee
This committee will support Board programs with primary and secondary research on issues of concern for the profession.
Learn more »
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATION NEWS
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The latest issue of
Architecture MN features Modern Homes, Temple Israel the Timberframe (T3) Office Tower, as well as the AIA Minnesota Firm Directory.
See a preview
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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
The September/October issue of
Architecture MN magazine will feature the Homes by Architects Tour and Washington Avenue Commercial Projects, plus the Directories of Interior Architecture & Interior Design. Directory deadline is June 23.
Click here for directory form. We will also have a special Residential Firm Showcase advertising section in this issue!
Download the form here. Ad space reservation deadline is July 10. Contact
Pam Nelson to reserve your ad.
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JULY Matrix editorial deadline is Friday, June 23.
AUGUST Matrix editorial deadline is Friday, July 21.
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