Tri-State Convention September 21-23, 2011 in Atlantic City!

     AIANYS is joining with AIA New Jersey and AIA Pennsylvania for the first-ever Tri-State Convention September 21-23, 2011 at Bally's in Atlantic City, NJ. This design conference will feature continuing education classes, 2 keynote sessions, an ice-breaker reception, the AIANYS Honor and Design Awards Dinner & Presentation, a 1 day Product Showcase, and a Tri-State Design Awards reception. All of the events will take place at Bally's, located right on the boardwalk in Atlantic City. Above is the brand new logo designed specifically for this event.

     You can reserve your room now at Bally's. There is a special room rate of $99 per night! Go to:

http://www.harrahs.com/CheckGroupAvailability.do?propCode=BAC&groupCode=GBTRI.

     Be sure to check www.aianys.org for updates on the Tri-State Convention!

Tri-State Convention Call for Program Presentations

     AIANYS is now accepting proposals for program presentations for the first-ever Tri-State Convention September 21-23, 2011 at Bally's in Atlantic City, NJ. This is a collaborative design conference bringing together AIA architects from New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The deadline for proposals is April 11, 2011. Submissions will only be accepted electronically using the 2011 submission template.

     Convention presenters are recognized for their expertise among their peers. Presenters and their firms are listed in the convention invitation and on-site information pieces, as well as the digital registration form.

     For all Call for Presentations information including submission process, timelines and guidelines, go to http://aianys.org/main/convention_conferences.shtml. If you have questions, please email Georgi Ann Bailey, Hon. AIANYS, Director of Programs and Operations at gabailey@aianys.org.

Guiding You Through the New AIANYS Website

     AIANYS launched a new website last Fall which has many new features and information.  The AIANYS leadership section has been updated for 2011! Under the About AIANYS section, you will now find the 2011 Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Component Leadership. Also in this section is the contact information for the AIANYS staff and all of the component executives.  Go to www.aianys.org and check it out!

     For the first time the AIANYS Membership Directory will be entirely online. All members who renewed their membership by September 30, 2010 will be included in the directory individually. There is a separate section, where for a nominal fee, your firm will be listed.  For the first time your firm profile will be linked to your website and email. Each profile costs $205 if you register by the early bird deadline of March 18, 2011, or $225 after that date (final deadline is April 8, 2011). The firm profile includes a list of firm principals, firm size, types of work and examples of projects. 

     This directory will also be posted on the AIANYS website, so people from all over can search for architects! Increase your firm's exposure to potential clients, prospective employees and possible referrals by purchasing a firm profile today! To register, go to http://guest.cvent.com/d/9dqbdn/4W. If you have questions, please contact Michele Brown at mbrown@aianys.org.

AIA 2011 Fellows Announced

     AIA elevated 104 architects to its prestigious College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made contributions of national significance to the profession.
      Fellowship is conferred on architects with at least 10 years of membership in the AIA who have made significant contributions in the following areas: the aesthetic, scientific, and practical efficiency of the profession; the standards of architectural education, training, and practice; the building industry through leadership in the AIA and other related professional organizations; advancement of living standards of people through an improved environment; and to society through significant public service.  They will be invested in the College of Fellows at the 2011 AIA National Convention and Design Exposition in New Orleans in May.
      The following are the 2011 Fellows from New York:
From AIA Buffalo/Western New York: Clinton Brown and Robert Shibley

From AIA Eastern New York: Francis Murdock Pitts

From AIA Southern New York: Martin Harms

From AIA New York: Stanley Allen; Audrey Matlock; Henry Myerberg; Michael Nieminen; Thomas Phifer; Burton Roslyn; David Ziskind

From AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley: Carol Kurth

     Congratulations! 

AIANY Demystifying Fellowship Webinar

     The AIA Fellowship program was developed to elevate those architects who have made a significant contribution to architecture and society and who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession. If you have been considering starting the path to Fellowship, but were unsure of exactly where to start and how to proceed, you should take part in a webinar being offered by the AIA New York Chapter. The chapter has made arrangements for their renowned Fellows Demystification Program to be broadcast as a webinar. This means no matter where your office is, you will be able to listen in and ask questions of the AIA New York Chapter Fellows Committee about category or approach. 

     The webinar will be held on February 25, 2011 from 8:30 AM to 10 AM. The cost is $15 per person for online attendance. There is no charge to attend the session in person at the Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, NYC. When you register, if you are not a member of the AIA New York Chapter, please register as a non-member. To register, go to: http://eo2.commpartners.com/users/aiany/session.php?id=6302.

AIA Grassroots Leadership and Legislative Conference

     The AIA Grassroots Leadership and Legislative Conference was held February 2-5, 2011 at the Grand Hyatt in Washington DC. The theme was Design Voices. The conference included workshops, regional meetings, a briefing on the 2011 AIA legislative issues, an introduction of the candidates for National Office, an open house at the Institute, and a leadership celebration and reception. AIANYS also hosted the NY regional reception.

     There was also time allotted for Capitol Hill visits which gave members and staff the chance to meet with members of Congress to discuss federal issues. AIANYS visited with staff from the offices of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Senator Charles Schumer. New York State was well represented with AIANYS and Chapter leadership and members all attending the conference.

Photo 1: Robin Lee, Senior Director, Honor & Awards for AIA National was recognized by AIA New York for her years of service to the Fellows Program during the NY regional reception. Pictured left to right is Rick Bell, FAIA, Executive Director, AIANY; George Miller, FAIA, Past President, AIA; Robin Lee; Margaret Castillo, AIA, President, AIANY; and David Businelli, AIA, President, AIANYS.

Photo courtesy of AIA New York.

Photo 2: AIANYS leadership visited the Senate Office Building. Pictured left to right: David Businelli, AIA, President; Russell Davidson, AIA, Regional Director; Kelly Hayes McAlonie, AIA, President-Elect; Nicolette Feldser, Assoc. AIA, Associate Director and Burton Roslyn, FAIA, Past President.

AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Holding 2011 Celebration of Architects and Design Expo April 7-10

     AIA Westchester Hudson Valley will be holding the 2011 Celebration of Architects and Design Expo April 7-10, 2011 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. This event will feature architect and vendor displays, AIA CES seminars and other special events. For more information, go to www.aiaarchitect.net.

Restoration of Cast and Wrought Iron Symposium March 19-20, 2011 at Columbia University

     A symposium on the restoration of cast and wrought iron will be held on Saturday, March 19, and Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the Wood Auditorium, Avery Hall, Columbia University in New York City.

     This symposium will give participants an understanding of the properties of historic cast and wrought iron and appropriate treatments for these materials in architectural applications.

     On March 19, leading conservators, preservationists, and fabricators will present sessions on topics including the basics of repair of historic cast and wrought iron; modes of failure; repair versus replacement decisions; survey and documentation methods; casting and coating; cleaning and abatement; and labor and logistics issues encountered in the field. The symposium will conclude with an evening reception at Low Memorial Library. A guided walking tour of the SOHO-Cast Iron Historic District, will take place on Sunday morning. An updated list of presentations and events is available at www.hpef.us/symposium/program.

     Participants will be eligible for 9 LUs (HSW) meeting the requirements of AIA CES.

Registration for the Symposium is $120; $90 for full-time students. Registration includes Symposium materials, a continental breakfast, lunch, refreshment breaks, the evening reception and the tour.

     Conference schedule, registration, and other information is available at www.hpef.us.

     By donating to the NYS Architects Political Action Committee (NYSAPAC), you have helped to fund the opportunity for AIANYS to support the following event in February: Senate Republican Campaign Committee, David Valesky for Senate, Citizens to Elect NYS Senator John Bonacic, Friends of Assemblyman Jim Tedisco, Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee, Friends of Senator Suzi Oppenheimer, Citizens for Assemblyman Sam Hoyt, Republican Assembly Campaign Committee, Senator Stephen Saland, Citizens for Assemblyman Robin Schimminger all attended by Edward Farrell, Executive Director. Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli 2014 event was attended by Eric Goshow, AIA, VP, Government Advocacy, Burton Roslyn, FAIA, Past President and Edward Farrell.