Mechanical & Electrical Seminar - How to prepare for the ARE 4.0 Building Systems Exam - August 13, 14, 15, 2010 |
*(For those individuals who register for the TWO programs – Mechanical and Electrical Seminar on August 13, 14, 15 and the ARE Structure Seminar on October 22, 23 & 24 will receive AN ADDITIONAL 10% discount)
URGENT CALL TO ALL ARE CANDIDATES We are bringing back this seminar at a very reasonable price. Don’t delay and send your registration form!
Presented by C. Wendell Edwards, Professor of Architecture at New York City College of Technology in Brooklyn, N.Y. The seminar will be held at the School of Architecture at the University of Miami, The Jorge M. Perez Architecture Center Glasgow Hall, 1215 Dickinson Drive, Coral Gables on August 13, 14, 15, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (download info). Special Introductory Price for early registration prior to August 4th, members $250.00 – Non-members $350.00. Only 10 seats left. |
ARE Structure Seminar - October 22, 23 & 24, 2010 |
Presented by Professor David J. Thaddeus, AIA, NCARB. The Seminar will be held at the School of Architecture at the University of Miami, the Jorge M. Perez Architecture Center Glasgow Hall, 1215 Dickinson Drive, Coral Gables, Fl 33146, on October 22, 23 and 24. Special Introductory Price for early registration prior to September 17, 2010. Members $300.00 – Non–Members $375.00 (download information). Space is limited. |
2010 AIM SUMMER CAMP |
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A big round of applause and cheers to Rick D. Ruiz, Assoc AIA, Director of the AIM Summer Camp Program for the announcement regarding the Program on the Neighbors Section of the Miami Herald on Thursday, July 29th.
We want to thank all the volunteers, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and all our sponsors and supporters who made this program possible for all the children to enjoy and at the same time learn some facts about architecture.
Once again, our appreciation to the University of Miami School of Architecture for giving us the opportunity to use its facilities to celebrate the achievements of such wonderful program and at the same time present all the children with their Certificates of Completion.
OPEN HOUSE:
University of Miami School of Architecture Glasgow Hall
1223 Dickinson Drive
Coral Gables, Fl
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
Everybody is invited! |
AMENDMENT 4 |
“The Vote No On 4” campaign has released a video that brings to reality the harmful effects of this amendment if approved by the voters in November. Data shows that if the vote was taken today, it would probably pass by 69 percent, but only needs 60 percent to pass. The next six months is going to be about educating the public about the amendment. For more information: http://florida2010.org/home.php. |
AIA Miami Chapter - State of Officers and Directors for 2011 |
At the last AIA Regular Board meeting held on July 27th the Nominating Committee presented and approved the Slate of Officers and Directors for the upcoming elections that will be held on September 23, 2010.
| President: |
Virgilio Campaneria, AIA (elected in 2009) |
| President Elect: |
Leonard O. Townsend, AIA, Esq.
(2011) |
| Vice President: |
Alejandro Silva (1 position available for one year) |
| Directors: |
Hector C. Fernandez, AIA
Miguel (Mike) Rodriguez, FAIA |
| State Director: |
Natividad Soto, AIA (2 positions available for 2 years) |
| Assoc Directors: |
Michelle M. Bilbao, Assoc AIA
Angela W. Pedrao, Assoc AIA (2 positions available for one year) |
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NEW MEMBERS |
Claudia M. Acuna, Assoc AIA
Peter A. Anta, Assoc AIA
Linnette de Leon Arias, Assoc AIA – reinstated
Jessica J. Berthin, Assoc AIA
Mauro Burgio, Assoc AIA
Soudabeh Eskandari, Assoc AIA
Molly Teter, Assoc AIA |
AIA MIAMI CHAPTER PHOTO COMPETITION |
The Photo Competition is now open – deadline is October 22, 2010, 5:00 p.m. More information will follow. (download information) |
AIA FLORIDA INSURANCE SERVICES |
AIA Florida is now offering the AIA Florida Insurance Services Inc., program to all members who need or want the service. With its varied plans and packages, these insurance services can provide the coverage members need to protect your office, staff and family. You can get the best options from top carriers with the confidence that no other insurance agency can offer architects such personalized service. For more information call 850.222.7590. |
DOCUMENTS ON DEMAND |
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“Documents on Demand” allow you to access the 16 AIA Contract Documents below anytime, anywhere. Each document can be downloaded and printed once you complete the purchase process. MAC and PC users can use this service. Once you purchase the documents, you will receive a confirmation page and an email to download the documents you purchased and document instructions (if applicable). (download list) |
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The FIU College of Architecture + Arts partners with Spine3D |
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The FIU College of Architecture + Arts Partners with Spine3D to offer specialized continuing education training through the Studio of Digital Arts (SODA). Designers can now enhance their careers with quick, specialized, and affordable training in 3D Modeling, Rendering, Photoshop, Revit, and Web Design. New classes are available every 2 weeks and are conveniently offered during the day, evenings, and weekends at the SODA media lab on LeJeune Road. Certificates and CEU's are also available. For more information on courses and pricing please visit www.TheSODA.com or call 305-567- 5555. |
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AIA Miami Chapter - BOOKS |
The AIA Miami Chapter has a variety of books for sale. For more information on how to purchase one of these books, please call the AIA office at 305.448.7488. (Click here to view the online list of books) |
AIA Documents UPDATED AS OF JULY 29, 2010 |
The AIA Miami Chapter carries the AIA documents needed by all members of the construction industry. Visit www.aiamiami.com under category “documents” and select the ones you need for your project. For more information call 305.448.7488 or stop by our office, 275 University Drive, Coral Gables. [ download information ] |
ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITY |
We are offering the opportunity to advertise your services or products on our weekly email newsletter. We reach out to 1,700 members, associates, affiliates and friends of the Association. It is a great way to reach a target audience.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR |
July 30
7:00 p.m. – EP Monthly Social at Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. Sponsored by Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design (KKAID). RSVP: aiamiaep@gmail.com. Drinks and Hors d’Oeuvres provided. Free event.
August 5
11:30 Registration – 12:00 noon Seminar - Sustainable Design for a Greener Tomorrow – This seminar covers all aspects of sustainable design as it would relate to roofing and energy savings. Covered are green roofs, photovoltaic, cool roofs, wind, solar and day-lighting applications. Also covered are the new energy requirements. Location: Port of Miami Administrative Offices Conference Room, 1015 N. America Way, 2nd Floor. (download information) 1 CEH/HSW. [download information]
August 6
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – The Miami-Dade County Building and Neighborhood Compliance Department presents an Electrical Plan Review Workshop at the Miami-Dade County Herbert S. Saffir Permitting & Inspection Center, 11805 SW 26 Street, Conference Rooms I & J, 2nd floor. Limited Seating. RSVP at 786.315.2297 or visit www.miamidade.gov/building.
August 11 & 12
You are invited to participate in the re-writing of Miami-Dade County Code to remove barriers and creating incentives for energy-efficient and climate friendly development. Location: Water and Sewer Department, Douglas Building, 3071 SW 38 Avenue, First Floor, Miami or contact: Patricia Gomez at 305.375.4775.
August 19 – 21
AIA Florida 2010 Annual Convention at the Sawgrass Marriott. The room block for the Convention is filling quickly. Please make your reservations this week to ensure that you receive the special rate of $119 (+tax) per night. Call 800.457.4653 today. For further information, visit aiafla.org or call 850.222.7590.
October 22
1:00 p.m. Shotgun – Architecture University of Miami Golf Tournament at the Biltmore Golf Course, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables. RSVP Lamar Noriega, lnoriega@miami.edu or contact 305.284.1563.
October 22, 23, 24
ARE Structure Seminar presented by Professor David J. Thaddeus at the University of Miami School of Architecture. Members $300.00 – Non–Members $375.00 (download information) Space is limited.
November
Architects Celebrate Architecture + Design with Lecturers, Tours Award and Design and Gala November 20, 2010, at the Gusman Cultural Center in Downtown Miami. An annual month-long series of lecture, tours, exhibits, parties, receptions, competitions and related activities, coordinated by the American Institute of Architects in Miami. Most of the events are free and all are open to the public. |
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