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  City by Design Orlando

City By Design Orlando

Enjoyable project anecdotes and interesting design theories are shared by internationally renowned, forward-thinking firms from the Central Florida area. Architectural icons like Rosen Shingle Creek, the Orlando Convention Center and LYNX as well as The Plaza and Heritage Square are sure to inspire.

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AIA Orlando 2010 Design Awards Program

It's that time again!
The AIA Orlando Chapter and Design Awards Committee announce a Call for Entries for the 2010 Awards for Design Excellence. This is an opportunity to display your talents and accomplishments in celebration of design. As in years past, we look forward to showcasing exciting and creative projects by architects throughout our design community.

NEW FOR 2010! Next year in January all entries will be submitted electronically in a template format. The submission will be sent to AIA Orlando via a designated FTP site. More information to follow with detailed instructions to all firms that complete an entry registration form.

2010 Design Awards Call for Entries (Registration Form)

2010 Design Awards Schedule
Friday, December 11, 2009
Completed entry registration form and $90 fee due.

Friday, January 22, 2010
Uploaded submissions are due by 12:00 noon.

Friday, February 5, 2010
16" x 16” presentation boards due at the AIA Chapter Office by 12:00 noon.

Saturday, March 13, 2010
Awards for Design Excellence Gala
The Country Club in Orlando, Orlando, Florida

 

02/11/10 AIA Orlando Event: Lawrence Scarpa Lecture
(Thursday, February 11th)

Thursday, February 11th

American Institute of Architects, Orlando Chapter presents

LAWRENCE SCARPA LECTURE (PUGH + SCARPA ARCHITECTS)
2010 AIA NATIONAL FIRM AWARD AND THE 2010 AIA CALIFORNIA FIRM AWARD

6:00 PM- 7:00 PM Reception
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM Lecture

Location: Orange County History Center- Chapin Gallery (65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801)

Credits: 1 AIA CES Learning Unit

FREE EVENT!!!

RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com and include in the subject line (RSVP for Scarpa Lecture) deadline Monday, February 8th

 

02/19/10 AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar (Friday, February 19th)
FREE EVENT!

AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar: A/V Control Systems and Energy Efficient Applications

Date: Friday, February 19th
Time: 11:30 AM - lunch served and registration starts (please come early to register so we can start on time) 12:00PM-1:00PM presentation
Provider: AMX
Credits: 1 AIA CES HSW/SD Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Monday, February 15th

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this one-hour course students will be introduced to the idea of using an A/V control and automation system to contribute to the energy efficiency in all building types. Participants will learn pratical solutions for integrating control systems and the possible contribution a control system could have in a project seeking LEED certification.

 

02/25/10 Bonnet Creek Resort Project Tour (Thursday,
February 25th) FREE EVENT!

KUD International LLC invites members of AIA Orlando to attend a tour of the recently completed Hilton and Waldorf-Astoria hotels at the Bonnet Creek Resort, in Lake Buena Vista.

The event will be held on Thursday, February 25, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.  The first 20 people to RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com and include in the subject line (RSVP for Bonnet Creek Resort Tour) by Monday, February 22nd will be able to attend. RSVP EARLY! SPACE IS VERY LIMITED!

Pay parking is available at the resort garage. 

The architect of the project was Smallwood, Reynolds, Stewart, Stewart & Assoc. Inc. from Atlanta. The interior designer for the Hilton was Duncan Miller Design from Dallas, and for the W=A was Sue Firestone & Assoc., from Santa Barbara. 

The resort is located at 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, FL 32821.  KUD will provide a tour and description of the project.  Attendees should meet in the main lobby of the Hilton and look for Jeff Hart who will lead the tour.  Food is available on your own expense either before or after the tour at the hotel restaurants.

 

02/26/10 AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar (Friday, February 26th)
FREE EVENT!

AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar: Column Options for the 21st Century

Date: Friday, February 26th
Time: 11:30 AM - lunch served and registration starts (please come early to register so we can start on time) 12:00PM-1:00PM presentation
Provider: HB&G
Credits: 1 AIA CES HSW Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Monday, February 22nd

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A one hour course exploring modern column manufacturing including, alternatives to wood columns, processes involved in manufacturing and how modern materials cut costs by saving money installation. This course also discusses how to design traditional millwork elements without using wood. This presentation meets every experience level.

 

Good Design Makes a Difference

This site offers resources to members of the AIA and the public. Here you will find information about the practice of architecture and the role of AIA Architects in working with their communities to create more sustainable buildings and cityscapes. As a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, AIA Orlando serves member Architect, Associate and Allied members. By advancing our shared values of Community, Knowledge and Advocacy, AIA members strive to create better green designs and through such resources and access are committed to reducing energy consumption in the built environment.


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Calendar

FEBRUARY

3-5 AIA Grassroots Conference
10 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
11 AIA Orlando Lecture
19 AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar
25 AIA Orlando Lecture

MARCH

10 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
13 Design Awards Gala
17 AIA Florida Legislative Day
18 AIA Project Tour
AIA Florida Board Meeting

APRIL

14 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
22 AIA Orlando Project Tour

MAY

10-12 AIA Florida Board Meeting
12 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
27 AAH Healthcare Gala

JUNE

9 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
10-12 AIA National Convention in Miami
25 AIA Orlando Golf Tournament

JULY

14 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
22 AIA Orlando Lecture Series

AUGUST

11 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
19 AIA Florida Annual Meeting
19-21 AIA Florida Annual Convention
25 AIA Orlando Project Tour

SEPTEMBER

8 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
16 AIA Orlando Annual Meeting

OCTOBER (ARCHITECTURE MONTH)

8 AIA Florida Board Meeting
13 AIA Orlando Board Meeting

NOVEMBER

10 AIA Orlando Board Meeting
18 VCC Architecture Month Showcase

DECEMBER

8 AIA Orlando Board Meeting