1. AIA Orlando Membership Social (Thursday, January 22nd) Free Event!

2. AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar (Friday, January 16th) Free Event!

3. AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar (Friday, January 23rd) Free Event!

4. AIA Orlando Continuing Education Day (Friday, January 30th)

5. 2009 AIA Orlando Design Awards Program

6. AIA Orlando Online Resume Page

7. 2009 AIA Orlando Chapter Recognition Awards

8. AIA Florida Distance Learning (2 hour FBC Advanced Courses)

9. AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar (Friday, February 6th) Free Event!

AIA Orlando Membership Appreciation Social & Induction of 2009 Board of Directors

Thursday, January 22nd
6:00-8:00 pm
Free Event!

Join us after work for hors d’oeuvres & drinks and kick off the New Year with your fellow AIA members! Plan to attend and greet old friends and meet new ones. We will also induct the 2009 Board of Directors for the Chapter. This event is free and will be held at the Round Building Downtown, 1st Floor (455 South Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32801).

The new Orlando Performing Arts Center Model is located in the reception space and we will have a brief overview of the project's progress.

Reception will begin at 6:00 pm and brief presentation of OPAC will start at 6:30 pm following by the induction of officers. Free parking located near building after 6:00 pm.

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by January 19, 2009.

AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar: “Recent Trends in Waterproofing in Ceramic Tile and Stone”

Date: Friday, January 16th
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: Jim Caron, Architectural Specifications and Continued Education Services
Credits:1 AIA CES HSW Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class goes over the methods and materials used in waterproofing for ceramic tile and stone

1. We also look at recent trends, such as new products created to assist in completing a watertight installation
2. You will understand the components that lead to a successful shower pan or a roof deck installation

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Monday, January 12th

AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar: Specify & Install Structural Steel Studs per ASTM C955 & C1007

Date: Friday, January 23rd
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: Chris Little, Dietrich Metal Framing
Credits: 1 AIA CES HSW Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Many factors must be considered when your design includes cold-formed structural steel framing members. An architect typically specifies that the framing must conform to C955 and C1007. This course will review the manufacture and installation requirements of structural steel studs per these ASTM standards based upon IBC 2006. It will also examine fire-rated assembly construction and loading capacities.

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Monday, January 19th

AIA ORLANDO & NATIONAL FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION DESIGN ADVANTAGE SEMINAR

Friday, January 30, 2009
Orlando Museum of Art,
2416 N Mills Ave- Orlando, FL 32803

8:30 AM- 4:00 PM
BREAKFAST & LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

6 AIA/CES HSW Learning Units
This seminar informs the designer how to increase the fire protection of their designs while controlling construction costs. It identifies and explains over 100 design options which will permit design flexibility in all building types. Included are actual case studies and interactive discussions and problem-solving exercises.

AIA Members:          $ 80.00 
Non-AIA Members:  $110.00 
Deadline to register for this seminar is Monday, January 19th.

Please mail or fax over the registration form to attend this seminar. Space is limited!

It's that time again!
The AIA Orlando Chapter and Design Awards Committee announce a Call for Entries for the 2009 Awards for Design Excellence. This is an opportunity to display your talents and accomplishments in the celebration of design. As in years past, we look forward to showcasing exciting and creative projects by architects throughout our design community.

Design Awards Entry Form Brochure PDF

2009 Design Awards Schedule
Friday, January 9, 2008
Completed entry form and $90 fee due
Mail Entry Form and Payment to:
AIA Orlando
930 Woodcock Road, Suite 226
Orlando, FL 32803
Fax # 407-898-3399

Thursday, January 22, 2009
Black binders, CDs and 16”x16” presentation boards due at the AIA Chapter Office by 12 noon.

Saturday, March 14, 2009
Awards for Design Excellence Gala
The Country Club in Orlando, Orlando, Florida

2009 Chapter Recognition Awards

(no entry fee required)

It’s important to the AIA Orlando Board of Directors and Design Awards Committee to recognize outstanding contributions in the design community. Please review the following Chapter Recognition Awards and nominate an individual or company in the industry.

Nominations can be submitted:

• electronically in a PDF format and emailed to Karen@aiaorlando.com or
• Delivered to the AIA Orlando office in an 8.5x11 black binder on Monday, February 9th.

Winners will be recognized at the 2009 Design Awards Gala on Saturday, March 14th. If you have any questions please give me a call.

Nils M. Schweizer Award

This prestigious award is given to recognize an AIA architect whose leadership in community activities and service has been a direct benefit to the profession or community. (Nils M. Schweizer Entry Form)

Award of Merit

This award was developed to give recognition to an individual citizen, public official, or member of an allied profession, who is not an architect, who has advanced the cause of good design and planning and/or has enhanced the public awareness of the value of architects and architecture to society.
(Award of Merit Entry Form)

Firm of the Year Award

This award recognizes outstanding achievement in design, community services, education, and service to the profession and the AIA by an architectural firm. Projects, accomplishments and service submitted must reflect a period of at least 10 years.
(Firm of the Year Entry Form)

Contractor of the Year Award

This award is given to a company or firm in the State of Florida who has exemplified a sincere and genuine interest in encouraging and affecting outstanding craftsmanship and workmanship. The award is given to a company or firm in Central Florida who has exemplified a sincere and genuine interest in encouraging and affecting outstanding craftsmanship and workmanship on local projects, and has made a significant impact to Central Florida by its active involvement and leadership within the community.
(Contractor of the Year Award)

Consultant of the Year Award

This award is given to recognize an individual or company in the state of Florida who, in acting as Consultant to an AIA member, demonstrates consistent dedication to superior standards of design, across a range of projects, and under varying conditions based on exceptional performance in the critical Customer Service areas of Client Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Project Management, Critical Thinking, and Specialist Knowledge.
(Consultant of the Year Award)

Fred H. Pryor Young Architect Achievement Award

AIA Orlando and The Young Architects Forum (YAF) have initiated an award to honor and recognize a young architect who consistently demonstrates excellence and exceptional promise. Some criteria include a maximum of ten years out of school (with either a bachelor or masters degree), strong leadership qualities, and community involvement. (Fred H. Pryor Young Architect Achievement Award)

It's time to make sure you have all of the courses you need to fulfill the state of Florida's requirement for continuing education. Required by the Board of Architecture & Interior Design, all registered architects in Florida are to complete a minimum of 2 hours of an ADVANCED FBC course each biennium. AIA Florida currently offers three course with the state's approval to meet this requirement. Take the course now, DON'T WAIT until the deadline - February 28, 2009.

Advanced:
Accessibility Compliance - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly - Or Why Did I Do That?
(2 LU & 2 HSW)
Advanced Accessibility Compliance - This Advanced Building Code course addresses the specific requirements of the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction - Chapter 11. The course will instruct attendants in the common errors that have and are occurring in construction relating to accessibility issues. There will be an update as to where the Federal Access Board and the Department of Justice is with their requirements for accessibility. When the course has been completed attendant will have a better understanding of the applicable accessibility requirements and the areas to be watchful of.

Member Price: $150
CLICK HERE to start your course now.
Use discount code: aiafbc08
CLICK HERE to order your Advanced Course on DVD!

Advanced:
Significant Changes to the New 2007 FBC
(3 LU & 3 HSW)
This advanced course is intended to introduce the key differences in the technical provisions in the 2007 Florida Building Code, Building and the 2007 Florida Building Code, Residential Code. The purpose of this course is to identify specific changes that have occurred and discuss the reason for the change to the code. This course will cover provisions with special significance, including new and innovative design ideas and technologies, modern materials, and methods of construction, in addition to current approaches to fire safety, life safety, and structural stability. Changes that resulted from updating to the 2006 International Building Code in addition to the relevant Florida-specific amendments will be addressed.

Member Price: $175
CLICK HERE to start your course now.
Use discount code: sigdif08
CLICK HERE to order your Advanced Course on DVD!

Advanced:
2004 Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction
(2 LU & 2 HSW)
The course material addresses the specific requirements of the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction - Chapter 11. The course will instruct attendants in the specific requirements for: the accessible route, accessible parking requirements, the issue of Florida's specific requirements regarding vertical accessibility, providing accessible toilet rooms, bathrooms and toilet stalls. There will be an update as to where the Federal Access Board and the Department of Justice is with their requirements for accessibility. When the course has been completed attendant will have a better understanding of the applicable accessibility requirements.

Member Price: $150
CLICK HERE to start your course now.
Use discount code: aiafbc04
CLICK HERE to order your Advanced Course on DVD!

AIA Orlando Lunch-n-Learn Seminar: Protecting (mostly steel) Surfaces from Corrosion

Date: Friday, February 6th
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: Joe Miller, PPG
Credits: 1 AIA CES HSW Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Learn about the goal of surface preparation and the result when it is successful; learn about SSPC and their corrosion protection guidelines; learn about the length of service of coatings when various surface preparation techniques are used; learn about several types of coating systems and the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Monday, February 2nd

Karen D. Jones, Executive Director
American Institute of Architects, Orlando Chapter
930 Woodcock Road, Suite 226
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 898-7006 Fax (407) 898-3399
email: karen@aiaorlando.com
website: www.aiaorlando.com