2019 AIA Rochester September Newsletter

AIA Rochester Golf Tournament

The 34th Annual Golf Tournament at Ravenwood Golf Course is only a week away! The event is sold out and our fundraising goals have been met. Be sure to follow AIA Rochester on social media on Tuesday, September 10 where we will be posting photos throughout the day. THANK YOU to all our sponsors and golfers. We could not have done it without your support!

AIA Rochester is on Facebook (AIA Rochester) and Instagram (@aiaroc).

AIA Rochester CES

Coloring on Canvas Tour

September 11, 2019 @ School #16
4:00 - 5:00pm

1 AIA LU

This CES will be a walk-through tour of the John Walton Spencer School, No. 16 on 321 Post Avenue, Rochester, NY. Participants will experience the malleability and embeddedness of mural art but most importantly learn the value that mural art brings into the architectural project. Register

AIA Rochester CES

First Unitarian Church
Lecture + Tour

September 28, 2019
11:00am - 2:00pm

3 AIA LU

Join AIA Roc for a special opportunity to explore Louis Kahn's First Unitarian Church. Michael Place, AIA will present an overview of the architectural theories that governed the work of architect Louis Kahn during the latter half of his career. Register

AIA Rochester Announces Honor Awards Call for Nominations

AIA Rochester announces the 2019 Honor Awards. Please consider nominating a member or colleague for these prestigious awards. Deadline is Monday, September 9, 2019.

Medal of Distinction

Call for Entries

Submission Form

Emerging Architect of the Year

Call for Entries

Submission Form

Coming in October - AIA Roc participates in Fashion Week

SAVE THE DATE - Friday, October 18, 2019

Rochester Fashion Week is the opportunity for Rochester architects to dip their toes into the world of haute couture while also making a charitable impact on the community. It's also a chance for the local fashion community to show their talent off to a much larger audience than they usually enjoy. AIA Rochester is proud to be part of Fashion Week with 12 local teams designing outfits based on iconic Rochester architecture. Click here to learn more!

Remembering Jay Judson

Remembering Jay Judson

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of former SWBR principal, architect and friend, Junius Royal Judson, AIA. Jay passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2019 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Jay had retired from the firm in May 2014 after 28 years. A Memorial Service will be held in Rochester on October 5, 2019. READ MORE

"It's hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember..."

AIA Rochester New Office Location

AIA Rochester is proud to announce that we will be moving our office to Warner Castle in a shared space with Landmark Society of Western New York. The move will take place in early October. Meetings will be held here and our ARE Library will also be at this location for easy access! Stay tuned for future emails with more details.

Sharing the Profession: by Kristin Purdy, AIA

I love sharing information about the architectural profession with others, especially aspiring architects. I remember my first true exposure to architecture was in the tenth grade through the Boy Scout Explorer Program supported and run by AIA Rochester. READ MORE

AIA New York State Tri-Conference

The American Institute of Architects has been the leading professional membership organization for licensed architects, associate members, and allied partners since 1857.

This exciting multi-state event is the second collaboration of AIA New Jersey, AIA New York State, and AIA Pennsylvania that collectively have a membership of more than 13,000 members. READ MORE/REGISTER

CANstruction

Buckingham Properties is pleased to announce the 11th year of the competition. This year's theme is Heroes & Villains. Teams are encouraged to think creatively to incorporate the theme into their sculpture. It's not too late to get involved. Team registrations are due NOW. Click here for more information and details.

AIA Rochester - Centennial Instagram Campaign

Our Centennial Instagram project continues daily to feature our members' projects in an effort to educate the public on what architects do. Follow us on Instagram at @aiaroc. The beautiful images from our member firms on our Instagram 365 Initiative have reached over 1.6K people on Instagram alone.

We are still collecting images. All firms are welcome and encouraged to participate in one of our public advocacy campaigns for 2019! All you need to do is email us 10 images (preferably JPG - 300dpi), include your firm name, provide a short description of each photo, and list the name of the photographer. Images of buildings: Images may include buildings, a specific image of a building element, community project, or a firm event. The goal is to promote local architecture firms, local architects and local good design. GET CONNECTED and be part of the movement! Questions, email Linda at [email protected]

Featured Building

Project: Additions and Alterations at Virgil I. Grissom School No. 7

Architect: SEI Design Group
Photo Credit: Gene Avallone

Students and staff at Rochester City School District's School #7 were welcomed back into their school after two years of sharing a building with another school with a grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting event in September. READ MORE

AIA Roc Centennial Survey

AIA Rochester's 100-Year Centennial Celebration reaches midyear excitedly buoyed by our Installations at Midtown Commons, our public outreach with the RIT Architecture department at ImagineRIT, and our annual AIA Design Awards. Click here to access our four question survey!

Member Opportunities

Follow AIA Rochester on LinkedIn

We have migrated our LinkedIn page from a personal connection (AIA Rochester with a circular icon) to a company page on LinkedIn: AIA Rochester - search for us and look for the square icon instead of the circle. Our news and updates are now posted on the company page instead of the previous page. We have many exciting updates already. Please follow us there! The new company page will allow us to serve your needs in a streamlined, accessible manner. Thank you!

AIA Rochester Opportunities Handbook is a guide to getting involved in AIA Rochester. Whether you're looking to get connected, get engaged, or get ahead, there are many opportunities available. READ MORE

CDC Rochester Reshaping Rochester Awards - Nominations are open through September 13th. READ MORE

TREMCO is proud to announce that John Schillaci, RRC has earned his title Registered Roof Consultant. READ MORE

GET INVOLVED! Your AIA Rochester chapter has many opportunities to get involved. If you are interested in learning more or joining these committees, contact the committee chair!

Centennial Fashion Week - Jason Streb - [email protected]

Emerging Rochester Architects - Cortland Knopp - [email protected]

Women in Architecture - Laura Cooney - [email protected]
Centennial Committee - Michelle Murnane - [email protected]

Classifieds

The AIA Rochester Classifieds include employment opportunities from local firms and items for sale. Click on the link to see all opportunities. READ MORE

AIA Film Challenge

AIA Film Challenge 2019 - Vote now through September 27, 2019

The fifth annual AIA Film Challenge highlights the ways architects have collaborated with civic leaders to build resilient and sustainable communities. Participants produced three- to five-minute documentary films for a chance to win up to $10,000. Vote for your favorite Blueprint for Better story. READ MORE

Advocating for the Profession

A comprehensive guide to help architects advocate more effectively with their clients. READ MORE

American Institute of Architects - Online Courses

AIA National offers a way for you to attain your CES credits by taking online classes. READ MORE

Did you know the AIA has 21 Knowledge Communities? 21 ways to make an impact. Sustainability, emerging technologies, small business, starting or managing a firm-no matter your interest, there is an AIA Knowledge Community for you. READ MORE

AIA Career Center

AIA Career Center Account Benefits Post jobs online quickly and easily. Search resumes or set up a resume alert to be emailed to you. Manage applications and get valuable reporting information. READ MORE

SEPTEMBER

AIA Roc Golf Tournament

CES - Coloring on Canvas