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Archi-Facts is a weekly e-newsletter provided by AIA Austin regarding upcoming events, continuing education classes, and architectural news. If you have information or an event that you'd like to include in the next Archi-Facts, please contact Elizabeth Humphrey for requirements. |
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AIA Austin Holiday Closure
December 17th - January 4th
AIA Austin will be closed starting Monday, December 17th. We will reopen on Monday, January 7th.
All staff will be checking messages and email regularly. If you need to purchase contract documents while we are closed, please contact Miller Blueprint.
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Building Tour - Gates Computer Science Complex
Thursday, January 10th @ 5:45pm
The Bill & Melinda Gates Computer Science Complex will bring together all programs, faculty and students of the Computer Science Department for the first time in the department's history. The complex comprises two buildings-Dell Computer Science Hall and a wing for research to the south-connected by an atrium. Their design emphasizes modern uses of materials found in UT-Austin's early buildings, which largely adhere to a Spanish Mediterranean vocabulary. Design Architect Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, and Executive Architect STG Design.
Sponsored by:
Austin Commercial
STG Design
The Porter Company
More information and RSVP here.
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Committee Meetings & Information
All committees are open to members and nonmembers, we encourage your participation. Committee meetings take place once a month at the Austin Center for Architecture, 801 W. 12th Street, unless otherwise noted.
Week of January 7th thru January 11th
Design Awards Committee
Meets: First Monday at Noon
Date: January 7th
Review Call for Entries, discuss juror weekend and Awards Celebration logistics.
More here.
Advocacy Committee
Meets: First Tuesday at Noon
Date: January 8th (moved due to holiday)
More here.
Emerging Professionals Committee
Meets: Second Tuesday at 4:30pm
Date: January 8th
Plan events and topics for 2013.
More here.
ARE Study Group
Meets: Each Wednesday at 6:30pm
Date: January 9th
Topic: Site Planning & Design
Contact: Pablo Serna, Assoc. AIA
BEC Committee
Meets: First Wednesday at Noon
Date: January 9th
Topic: Heat Transfer for Building Enclosures
Speaker: Brett T. Fagan, P.E.; Principal Engineer of Building Diagnostics, Inc. Program Description: This presentation will introduce the attendees to the basics of heat transfer in building enclosures. Calculations such as condensation and heat flow analysis will be explained. Codes and standards required by the City of Austin to conserve energy will be discussed. CES: 1 LU/HSW/SD
RSVP required and more info here.
Residential (CRAN) Committee
Meets: First Thursday at 11:30am
Date: January 10th
Topic: Update by Stuart Sampley, AIA
CES: 1 LU (pending approval)
RSVP required and more info here.
Historic Resources Committee
Meets: First Friday at 11:30am
Date: January 11th
More here.
Week of January 14th thru January 18th
COTE Meeting Meets: Second Monday at Noon
Date: January 14th
Topic: Austin Green Business Leaders Program Discussion
Marc Coudert, Office of Sustainability
CES: 1 LU
Description: This program guides businesses and institutions toward sustainable operations in the areas of energy and water efficiency, resource management/waste reduction, transportation, healthy indoor environments, communications and outreach regarding green practices to staff and customers, and community stewardship. The architecture community should be at the forefront of green business practices. Come and find out how you can green your firm's operations and receive public recognition for your efforts.
RSVP and more info here.
Homes Tour Committee
Meets: Second Monday at 5:45pm
Date: January 14th
Discuss Call for Entries and committee schedule and planning for 2013.
More info here.
Activities Committee
Meets: As needed at Noon
Date: January 15th
Discuss topics/speakers for the Luncheon Speaker Series, building Tours, Summer Conference and more.
More here.
Small Firms Roundtable
Meets: Third Thursday at 11:45am
Date: January 17th
Topic: Integrating Sustainability into the Design Process
CES: 1 LU/HSW/SD
Description: Sustainability does not and cannot exist within the current design process. This course will provide key strategies to shift your thinking, influence others and make a positive difference in the built environment by integrating sustainability into the conventional design process.
RSVP and more info here.
Latinos in Architecture Committee
Meets: Third Thursday at 4:30pm
Date: January 17th
Plan events and topics for 2013.
More here.
Academy of Architecture for Health Committee
Meets: Third Friday at 11:15am
Date: January 18th
More here.
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Members in the News
Members, send me your news! Accolades, new projects, new hires, etc.
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Contract Document Changes in 2013
Price Increase & Inventory Changes
Please be aware that the retail price for paper documents is increasing significantly in 2013 to offset the increased costs that AIA National is experiencing due to lower print quantities and higher fixed costs. Click here for the new rates starting January 2013.
Also, in an effort to manage paper document inventory levels more efficiently while the number of units sold continues to decline year-over-year, AIA National will limit document reprints to the top selling 28 documents (click here for list). AIA Austin will only carry the top 28 documents in our office. We will continue to fulfill orders for all other documents until our existing inventory is depleted; AIA National will do the same. Once paper inventory is out, documents will only be available through Documents-On-Demand or Document Software.
Questions? Contact Lauren Vienne at 512.452.4332New Contract Document Education Portal AIA has launched a new Contract Document Education portal complete with videos, guides, podcasts, and webinars about AIA documents and software. This is a powerful resource for getting the most out of your AIA Contract Documents. Whether you are an architect, contractor, owner, developer, or other industry professional, there is a course that addresses your needs, schedule, and budget!
Contact AIA Austin, your Full Service Distributor, for more information.
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AIA News and Updates
Information from AIA.org and other related AIA resources.
Don't Delay. Renew your Membership for 2013 Today!
Renewing by December 31, 2012, has some additional benefits.
Win a Free Convention Experience*
Renew early and be entered in a sweepstakes drawing for one complete AIA 2013 National Convention package-travel, accommodations, and convention registration. Two convention packages will be awarded.
Receive a Free AIA Continuing Education Course
Renew early and receive one free online continuing education course through AIA Virtual Convention. Choose from over 30 courses-all of which earn learning units.
In order to efficiently handle the renewals of almost 80,000 members, we ask that you use one of several options to renew your AIA membership by January 15, 2013. More info here!
Sign up now for the 2nd Advocates for Architecture Day, Tuesday, January 29, 2013.
The format of the day will remain the same as last time... Morning advocacy training with David Lancaster and our contract lobbyists including legislative updates and Lobbying 101 and then afternoon appointments with legislators. The day will begin about 9am and visits should be finished by 4pm. Training is essential.
If you did not already sign up at the TAC Lounge during the convention, simply follow the link to enter your information so that we will be able to match you up with your legislators.
TSA Call for Presentations!
If you have an insight, technique, or idea you're eager to share, this is your chance to communicate it to the Texas design industry.
Texas Architects is now accepting Continuing Education presentation submittals for next year's Convention in Fort Worth, November 7-9, 2013.
Submit online here.
AIA National Convention
leadership for architecture...leadership beyond architecture
The AIA National Convention and Design Exposition is the industry's most comprehensive national event for architects and design professionals. Nowhere else will you find so many opportunities to diversify and sharpen your expertise in such a convenient and cost-effective way.
A corporate shoemaker who encourages the act of giving; an architect who challenges his profession to help those in need; and an elder statesman who has selflessly served others throughout his distinguished career.
Our keynote speakers at the AIA National Convention are leaders who, like you, build a better world-one day, one project at a time. Come to the AIA convention, and develop the knowledge and professional contacts you need to elevate your practice and your career. More info here.
Come to convention. It's on us.
Renew your AIA membership for 2013 by December 31, 2012, and you will receive one entry in a sweepstakes drawing for a complete AIA National Convention package-including airfare, hotel, and convention registration. Two convention packages will be awarded. More info here.
Looking for a job?
Check out the AIA Austin Job Board here. Check out the AIA National Job Board here.
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In the Community
The following news, events and information is provided by other sources. Please contact the company or firm directly for more information.
IDIQ Prequalification
The Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) is seeking to prequalify firms for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Design-Build Construction and Construction projects at various Department of State posts and other facilities worldwide. The Department of State anticipates awarding 25 IDIQ contracts. Depending on the availability of qualified offerors; set asides for specific categories of small business shall be as follows: six (6) set aside for 8(a) firms, three (3) set aside for HubZone businesses, four (4) set aside for service-disabled, veteran owned businesses, four (4) set aside for woman-owned businesses, four (4) set aside for small businesses, and four (4) set aside for full-and-open competition. More here. Registration Now Open for Green Boots!
Classes start January 29th. What is Green Boots? A residential green building education series presented by experts from the Central Texas green building community, including architects, builders, trade contractors and manufacturer representatives with years of experience in green building applications. More here. NAC Forward - Call for SubmissionsDue: Friday, February 15, 2013 The National Associates Committee (NAC) Forward welcomes the submission of essays and projects to publish in their bi-annual design journal. For more information visit the NAC Forward webpage.
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Austin Center for Architecture
The CFA is located at 801 W. 12th Street. We're on the corner of 12th Street and West Avenue.
The CFA has 12 parking spaces. All other parking is available on the street.
Hours
Mon-Thurs 8:30am - 6:00pm
Fri 8:30am - Noon
512.452.4332
512.452.2284 Fax
elizabeth@aiaaustin.org
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