1. Sending our deepest condolences to Reynolds, Smith and Hill

2. UCF to Start Architecture Program

3. AIA Post-Disaster Safety-Assessment Training, Friday, January 29th

4. AIA Orlando 2010 Design Awards Program

5. AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar (Friday, January 15, 2010) Free Event!

6. In Memoriam

7. AIA Orlando Online Job Posting Page

8. AIA Orlando Online Resume Page

9. AIA Orlando Office (Holiday Hours)

Words cannot express how sorry we are about the recent tragic events that happen at the firm of Reynolds, Smith and Hill. I’m sure many of you have relationships with colleagues that work at the firm. As Reynolds, Smith and Hill move through the difficult days and weeks ahead, the entire staff will be present in our thoughts and prayers.

A donation will be given on behalf of the AIA Orlando Chapter to the Otis Beckford Family fund. If you would like to make a donation to Reynolds, Smith and Hill for the victims please review the information below.

RS&H Orlando Support Funds

The first is for injured Associates, Keyondra Harrison, John Hornbeck, Guy Lugenbeel and Edward Severino.  All monies donated to this Fund will be distributed to them in equal shares to help with the additional expenses that will incur as a result of their injuries.  This is the Orlando Recovery Fund.

The second Fund is for the family of Otis Beckford.  Tragically, Otis left behind a 7-month old daughter, his fiancé who was his childhood sweetheart and the mother of his daughter, and his mother.  Please note: every bit of the money will be used exclusively for the benefit of Otis’ survivors.  This Fund is the Family of Otis Beckford Fund.

All voluntary donations should be sent to the attention of Mrs. Charlene Sweat in the RS&H Accounting Department.  The mailing address is 10748 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32256-0597.  Checks should be made payable to “RS&H Orlando Support Funds”.  Please include on or with your check a statement as to which Fund or Funds the check proceeds should be applied.

The UCF's Board of Trustees unanimously approved the Bachelor of Design in Architecture program at yesterday's meeting. UCF will proceed at full speed to hire faculty and recruit the first junior class to start fall 2010.

View the press release associated with yesterday's meeting.

Please fill out the registration form and send it in to the AIA Orlando office to reserve your space today! The deadline to register for this event is Monday, January 18th.

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 PowerPoint 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

AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar: The Renaissance of Steel Windows

Date: Friday, January 15, 2010
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: Hope’s Steel & Bronze Windows & Doors
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 Friday, January 8th

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This presentation was developed to educate and inform those in the architectural and building community about modern steel windows and doors. It will broaden one’s understanding of the raw material and the fabrication process of the product. The program will cover a number of modernizations and improvements that have been developed within the steel window and door industry including blast, impact and fire rated requirements. It will allow participants to understand where and why this product is applicable. The presentation is a Power Point based format using physical samples to enhance the learning process and objectives.

It is with our deepest sympathies to the family and friends that we announce the passing of Lorraine Cecile (Cox) Montero, wife of Tom Montero, AIA. Lorraine is survived by her husband, three children, three grandchildren; two sisters, and a brother.

The date of a memorial service is to be determined. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to the Collie Health Foundation at www.colliehealth.org or the National Kidney Foundation of Florida at www.kidneyfla.org.

Looking for a job? This is the place. If you are interested in posting a job listing on the AIA Orlando website, please use this form here. Also, if you are interested in posting a job on AIA National Website and reaching 78,000 members please go to www.careercenter.aia.org.

The AIA Orlando office will be closed on Thursday, November 26th & Friday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) will resume on Monday, November 30th.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

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