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Congratulations to John Patkau FRAIC and Patricia Patkau FRAIC, founders of Vancouver-based firm Patkau Architects, on becoming recipients of the prestigious 2009 RAIC Gold Medal from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada. More ...
The AIBC’s Registration and Licensing Department is hosting an information session for architects who were registered outside of Canada and the United States and is interested in registering in British Columbia through alternative qualifications. It may also apply to candidates who may be eligible to practice through Section 37 of the Architects Act. Note: lunch will not be provided so please feel free to bring your own. Those interested in attending are asked to r.s.v.p. to AIBC Registration Coordinator Róisín O’Neill at roneill@aibc.ca. Attendees are also advise to review the information on the Foreign Trained Architect registration process prior to the session by visiting www.aibc.ca/fta.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m.
AIBC Offices (large boardroom)
#100 – 440 Cambie Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2N5
Ideas Competition Promises to Shift Vancouver’s Face and Form
Vancouver - The Architectural Institute of British Columbia and the City of Vancouver are pleased to announce their partnership in an exciting new ideas competition that will help shape the changing face of the city.
Over 60 teams have already applied for competition, with many submitting multiple projects.
FormShift Vancouver invites architects, designers and anyone else with creative flair to submit innovative built form ideas that will guide Vancouver’s future growth. The AIBC will be taking project submissions until April 6, 2009. Adjudication will take place on April 10, and winners announced on April 15.
A distinguished panel of judges will be considering criteria that includes originality and innovation, the integration of sustainable design strategies, adaptability, and sensitivity to cultural and climate factors. Following the completion of the competition, the best submissions will be featured as part of an ongoing series of public exhibitions and community dialogues. Detailed information is available on the FormShift Vancouver web site: www.formshiftvancouver.ca.
Family, friends, and colleagues are invited to celebrate the life and career of H. Peter Oberlander O.C., Ph.D., LL.D. (HON) (1922 – 2008).
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
AIBC Offices
#100 – 440 Cambie Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2N5
Peter was universally recognized as a true pioneer in architecture and planning. He was a celebrated Canadian architect and Canada's first professor of Urban and Regional Planning. His career as an AIBC-registered architect began on April 1, 1950, carrying through to January 29, 2002 – the date of his retirement. In 2006, he was honoured to receive the AIBC Special Certificate of Recognition, in celebration of his exemplary contributions to education and practice as well as his commitment to volunteerism.
During his illustrious career, Peter worked with such Vancouver-based firms as Thompson Berwick Pratt and Downs/Archambault and Partners, Architects and Planners. He was an active contributor in the world of academia, serving both the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University communities. On May 1, 2002, he was named Officer of the Order of Canada in honour of his visionary work and professional achievements. Join us for an evening of stories, tributes and celebration.
Advance reservations are required. To confirm your attendance, please e-mail communications@aibc.ca.
Submissions are now being accepted for the 2009 Annual AIBC Architectural Awards. This program recognizes excellence in completed architectural projects led or designed by AIBC members while encouraging public interest in B.C. architects and architecture. The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 6, 2009 at 12:00 noon. Detailed information including award categories and submission guidelines is available at http://www.aibc.ca/conference/awards.html#goals.
Now is the time to consider your sponsorship selection for the 2009 AIBC Annual Conference. Sponsorship provides a prime opportunity for organizations to strengthen brand recognition while accessing hundreds of potential clients, partners and colleagues. The AIBC offers four sponsorship tiers to choose from, each with a select range of benefits. Sponsors may choose to sponsor conference streams or individual sessions; meals; social events; professional recognition celebrations; and much more. With opportunities flexibly priced from $10,000 - $1,500, there’s something to fit every budget. Please contact AIBC Communications Specialist Lisa Toyne at ltoyne@aibc.ca for more information or to book your sponsorship.
Next session: April 14, 2009
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
AIBC Offices, #100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Please join us for the third in a series of information workshops on the proposed new Architectural Professions Act. Each of these progressive sessions will focus on specific aspects of the proposed new legislation. These workshops are part of AIBC Council’s commitment to additional consultation, leading to a full-day session at the 2009 AIBC Annual Conference. Each workshop will focus on different aspects of the proposed legislative changes. The outline for the next session is as follows:
Proposed Framework for Bylaws
Proposed Framework for Scope of Practice
Please note that agenda items may change. Also, this does not preclude
discussion of other items where time permits. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Please confirm your attendance at communications@aibc.ca.
The AIBC’s Professional Development Department is in the process of inputting submissions for interim reporting of learning units. All AIBC registrants are required to continue self-reporting their LUs, either on line or by fax/mail. As another step toward the “greening” of the AIBC, the Professional Development Department will no longer be mailing out an interim transcript. Instead, you will be able to view this transcript on line. All submissions received by March 1, 2009 will be recorded as soon as possible. Please check your on-line record at that time to ensure it is accurate. Final reporting of learning activities for the “seventh” reporting period remains June 30, 2009.
Dr. Diane Archibald
Director of Professional Development
A: The legislation is meant to regulate the profession, not related trades or construction associations. The AIBC is a regulatory body, not a trade association, union or bargaining agent. The allusion at the November 24, 2008 special meeting to the concept of a “master builder” was in reference to 16th Century views of architecture. Today, there are many demands that require the profession of architecture to take a broader view of the built environment, and to assume a leadership position for the various groups involved in the creation of that built environment. There are few projects today that can be designed and constructed alone, by one individual, as was once the case with the “master builder”.
In any event, the legislation and AIBC bylaws protect the public interest by regulating the provision of independent professional architectural services in the design and field review of construction - not the delivery of commercial products. The construction industry is, and chooses to remain, unregulated.
Click here to read more from the Special Meeting Q&A page.
For those registrants wishing to complete the AIBC’s Building Envelope Education Program (BEEP), now is your chance. Follow the link to our Professional Development web page and check out the scheduled dates as well as the course descriptions. These courses are only offered once a year, so don’t miss out. Send in your completed registration form as early as possible for each course. The next offering is: BEEP Module V: Extreme Environments—Advanced Envelope Design, Friday, June 5, 2009.
6 Core LUs
Building Science and the Building Envelope (Available Online)
Topics for Module I include:
The Outdoor and Indoor Environment
Conditions Within the Envelope
Materials and Their Moisture Content
Rain Penetration
Pressure Differences Due to Wind
Predicting Building Envelope Performance
For more information, please contact Professional Development Coordinator Catherine Bolter at cbolter@aibc.ca or at (604) 683-8588, extension 312.
18 Core LUs
The AIBC 2009 PD/CES Course Schedule and Registration Form are available online at www.aibc.ca/member_resources/professional_dev/index.html
Green Roof Technology Workshop
Xero Flor is hosting a Green Roof Technology workshop that will feature four speakers covering a range of subjects on design and construction of green roof systems, roofing assemblies, leak detection and much more. There are two presentations planned:
Victoria: Tuesday April 14, Swan Suites Hotel, 506 Pandora Avenue
Vancouver: Thursday April 16, Plaza 500 Hotel, 500 West 12th Avenue
Registration and continental breakfast begins at 8.30 a.m., with the workshop from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register before April 2 for the special early bird rate of $99 for the workshop, lunch and info package. For more information, please click here.
5 Core LUs
Cultural Landscapes
From the landscapes associated with historic buildings, industries and rural communities, to traditional use sites of First Nations peoples, cultural landscapes are tremendously diverse resources that present special preservation and management challenges. This course focuses on the nature of cultural landscapes, and develops your ability to identify, evaluate, and develop preservation strategies for landscape resources that are integral to your community. Topics include:
defining and reading cultural landscapes;
recognizing evolving interactions between natural systems and human interventions;
evaluating heritage values, significance, and integrity;
planning sustainable management strategies; and
balancing conflicting resources and uses.
The fee for this six-day course (April 20-25) is $641, including a $70 materials fee (Canadian funds, credit and non-credit participation options). A $170 registration deposit is required with each registration. Please register by March 23. Late registrations will only be accepted if space permits. To register, please visit https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/forms/crm/online_reg.aspx.
36 Non-core LU
Pacific Northwest Region Conference
In anticipation of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the theme of the upcoming Pacific Northwest Region Conference is "Reaching for Gold.” It represents the efforts to achieve excellence in the planning and design of top quality educational facilities, and is reflected in the excellent keynote speakers, presentations, working sessions, and site tours that are offered. The conference takes place April 29 – May 2, 2009, at Marriott Pinnacle Hotel in Vancouver. For more information or to register, please visit http://www.cefpi.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3593.
5 Core LUs / 4 Non-core LUs
Local Government 2009: How to Avoid Liability, Minimize Risk, and Prepare for Market Change
In an unstable market, liability exposure and damage awards are on the rise. As litigation costs continue to escalate, it is imperative that municipalities are aware of potential liability issues and how to best address them. Failure to stay on top of the latest challenges facing local governments can lead to serious consequences. Additionally, as the legal and financial landscape under which municipalities operate continues to change, having the necessary knowledge and tools is essential. Participants in this two-day session will learn how to avoid lawsuits, minimize risk, prevent costly litigation and economic loss, and prepare for market change. It happens April 29 – 30, 2009, at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside. Note: AIBC members receive a 10% discount on the registration fee (please quote A10/773 when you register). For more information and to register, please visit http://www.pbli.com/773/.
12 Non-core LUs
Boot Camp for Design Firms: Greening Your Firm in 10 Easy Steps
Learn how to frame the concept of collaborative, green design through a business lens to provide a foundation for understanding how to address profitability, transfer knowledge and manage projects in the context of green. The workshop uses interactive exercises to help participants explore and discover connections between basic business strategies and green issues that relate to them, and provides templates and sample work plans to implement strategies immediately. It takes place Thursday, March 26, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (breakfast at 8:00 a.m.) at Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver. Note: AIBC members can register at a reduced Cascadia Partner rate. For more information and to register, go to http://www.cascadiagbc.org/events/2009/march/boot-camp-for-design-firms-greening-your-firm-in-10-easy-steps.
5.5 Core LUs
Transformational Lecture Series Presentation
Moving Green Into the Mainstream: Lessons Learned in 10 Years in Boston and Beyond.
Presenter: Barbra Batshalom
Barbra Batshalom is known for helping draft some of the most progressive LEED® policies in North America. She is also the founder and Executive Director of The Green Roundtable, an independent non-profit organization whose mission is to make sustainable development so widely-adopted that it becomes ultimately obsolete. Barbra has pioneered new approaches in consulting, education and policy work, inventing creative models to solve unusual problems. She has worked with local governments around the country to create and implement green building and development policies for both the public and private sector.
Wednesday, March 25
5:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:00 p.m.)
Library Square, Alice MacKay Room
300 W. Georgia St, Vancouver
For more information, or to register, please visit http://www.cascadiagbc.org/1 Core LU
Vancouver Living Builder Users Group
This month's topic: Site and Beauty
Join us as project teams for the Bateman Centre, CIRS, and Van Dusen Gardens projects continue to explore the Living Building Challenge. This session will focus on the prerequisites for sustainable sites and those items that create beauty in the built environment. Please feel free to bring a Living Building project that you may be working on. A panel discussion from the three project teams presented at the first session will be followed by a question and answer session.
Friday, March 27, 2009
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Terasen Gas Building
1100 W Georgia St, Vancouver
For more information, or to register, please visit http://www.cascadiagbc.org/1 Core LU
Green Roof Seminar
This full-day seminar will review the newest trends and product information to enable green roof professionals to achieve the full potential of green roof design and installation. Topics include green roof policies and standards, the benefits of green roofs, roof technology in combination with green roofs, and green roof technology with a focus on various drainage layers, growing mediums and plant material. The seminar will also address how to install extensive green roofs on traditional flat roofs or sloped applications, as well as intensive roof gardens for apartment buildings or parking decks. It takes place 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at the Vancouver Library Square, 350 West Georgia Street. For details or to register, please visit http://www.zinco.ca/seminar2009.htm.
6.5 Core LUs
The Life and Death of Cities: Accounting for Environmental and Social Sustainability
For all their vibrancy and liveliness, modern cities face a growing challenge of providing secure and sustainable places to live. Even the world’s most “livable cities” — such asVancouver, Melbourne and Helsinki — are, in historical terms, utterly unsustainable. Paul James, Director of both the Global Cities Institute (RMIT) and the United Nations Global Compact - Cities Programme, will speak to the notion that unless we rethink the ways that we present sustainability to ourselves and learn to act differently, crisis will become a way of life. This lecture takes place on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 7:00 p.m. at SFU Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver. Admission is free; however, reservations are required. Please e-mail cstudies@sfu.ca or call (778) 782-5100.
2 Core LUs
Shifting Gears II: Lectures on Transportation, Health and the Built Environment
The following sessions are part of a series sponsored by the Bombardier Foundation, BC Recreation and Parks Association, Simon Fraser University City Program, and the Active Transport Lab at the University of British Columbia. More lectures are planned - details to come.
Active Transportation in Portland
April 24, 7:00 p.m
Sam Adams, Mayor of PortlandAs the newly-elected mayor of Portland, Oregon, Sam Adams represents a city that encourages physical activity, especially with regard to transportation. In other words, a walking- and bike-friendly city, well served by transit, and that also addresses issues such as climate change and peak oil. As a Cascadian neighbour, he can speak to Portland’s special culture, its future plans, and the lessons that can be learned from the Portland experience. This event happens on Friday, April 24, 7:00 p.m. at the University of British Columbia Robson Square, 800 Robson Street, Vancouver. Reservations are required: call (778) 782- 5100 or e-mail cstudies@sfu.ca.
2 Non-core LUs
March 24 – April 19, 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, March 26, 2009, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
AIBC Gallery: #100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Cannon Design has earned local and international recognition for its innovation in planning and designing facilities in both the private and public sectors. These include sport, recreation, and wellness facilities completed by working with communities, colleges, universities and sports authorities. This exhibit will feature five of Cannon Design’s high performance sports and training facilities in British Columbia: the Richmond Olympic Oval, Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence at Camosun College, Peak 2 Peak Gondola Terminal Buildings, MultiSport Centre of Excellence, and the H2O Adventure and Fitness Centre in Kelowna.
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, March 26 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Advanced reservations are required. Please e-mail communications@aibc.ca to confirm your attendance.
Wednesday April 22 – Monday May 11, 2009
Opening Reception: Wednesday April 22, 2009, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
AIBC Gallery: #100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Graduating students from Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s CIDA-accredited Bachelor of Interior Design program will be showcasing selected work from 11 comprehensive senior projects which have been developed from the programming phase through to design development. These adaptive reuse proposals encompass a wide variety of project types and include hospitality, residential, institutional, and health care. Each graduate has selected their project to address a specific societal need or opportunity and focuses upon sustainability. Graduates will be on hand to discuss their work at the Grad Showcase Opening Reception on Wednesday, April 22 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.). For more information on Kwantlen's Bachelor of Applied Design in Interior Design program, please visit http://www.kwantlen.ca/design/interior_design.html
An opening reception will be held on Wednesday, April 22 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Advanced reservations are required. Please e-mail communications@aibc.ca to confirm your attendance.
For more than four decades, the Arts Club Theatre Company has been front and centre in bringing professional live theatre to Vancouver audiences. The ACT operates two theatres on a year-round basis: the historic 650-seat Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage and the vibrant Granville Island Stage. Its popular productions range from musicals and contemporary comedies to new works and classics. The company also tours provincially on a regular basis, with a three-show mini-season presented at venues around British Columbia.
AIBC Registrants are eligible for the Arts Club Theatre’s corporate discount program. Simply mention your AIBC affiliation when ordering regular-priced tickets through the ACT box office (604-687-1644) and you will receive a corporate discount of 20%.
Click here to visit the Arts Club Theatre web site.
The provincial government has announced nearly $800 million in public infrastructure projects for housing, education and public safety across B.C., including construction of six new housing developments in Vancouver that will create 569 units for people facing homelessness. The government is estimating close to 4,800 jobs will be created province-wide through the funding initiative, including up to 1,100 direct construction jobs. It applies to 113 infrastructure projects across B.C., including:
These projects are part of the province’s three-year, $14-billion capital infrastructure program. The details of regional projects will be announced in the weeks ahead.
The provincial government has finalized its new energy efficiency regulations for windows, doors, skylights and sliding glass doors. Details can be found online at the Ministry of Energy, Mines & Petroleum Resources web site (http://www.empr.gov.bc.ca/EAED/EnergyEfficiency/Pages/EEAct.aspx) and additional information will be posted over the next few weeks. Those with questions on these BC Energy Efficiency Act regulations are invited to submit them via e-mail. They will be used to create a “Questions and Answers” document based on inquiries received from industry players and the public since February 6, 2009.
The National Research Council Canada is accepting applications from those interested in being volunteer members of the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) Standing Committees. The CCBFC is responsible for the development of the National Model Construction Codes of Canada (National Building Code, National Fire Code, National Plumbing Code and National Energy Code). It oversees the work of various standing committees whose members apply their technical experience to develop and improve construction codes in order to help protect the health and safety of Canadians. These areas include:
Committee members, selected for their expertise, commit to a five-year term. Representation from industry, regulatory, and general interest sectors is balanced by geographic region. NRC reimburses travel and accommodation expenses for the committee members. If you are interested in participating in important National Code development work, please submit your expression of interest by March 27, 2009. Appointments will be made on September 1, 2009. For more information on CCBFC Standing Committees, please go to http://www.nationalcodes.ca/ccbfc/committee_e.shtml.
The Homeowners Protection Office has introduced a new online system for new home registration forms. Under the new approach, licensed residential builders in good standing can log into their individual online account and order HPO New Home Registration Forms at any time. Once payment is confirmed, requests are sent directly to the builder’s warranty provider, which will then be able to enroll the project and seal the new form electronically. The builder will be notified by e-mail once the project is enrolled, and will then be able to download the complete form and use it to obtain a building permit. Municipalities and regional districts will also have access to the system and may choose to verify the enrollment online instead of requiring a paper copy of the form. An information bulletin containing details on how to use the new system as well as a tutorial is also available on the HPO website (http://www.hpo.bc.ca/). The new online system comes into place on Wednesday, April 1, 2009.
To celebrate its 1-year anniversary, Opus Art & Design Media invites AIBC registrants to attend a series of inspiring information sessions given by local and international professionals. Six presentations are scheduled throughout April, with topics ranging from portfolio preparation, airbrushing, textile printing, and digital imagery. All sessions are free, but space is limited and RSVP is required. Those interested in attending should RSVP at www.opusframing.com/rsvp.html by April 3, 2009.
During the month of April, Opus will be offering an exclusive discount for AIBC registrants on select Copic Pens and Staedtler products. For more information, please visit http://www.opusframing.com/email/Opus_DT_AIBC.html.
The recent incursion of the Ontario provincial government into regulatory bodies raises questions about Canadian bodies’ right to self-regulate. Are these incursions a potential threat to this right? How can bodies preserve self-regulation while complying with government mandates? The Professional Associations Research Network (PARN), an international network of professional bodies, is hosting a workshop in Toronto on Tuesday June 23, 2009. It will include presentations and discussion that will focus on how regulatory colleges can preserve self-regulation, and the perceived threats to self-regulation. It will also look at self-regulation from an international perspective with discussion of preliminary results from the Professional Associations Research Network (PARN) Professional Bodies International Benchmark Survey. The second part of the program will raise the issues of volunteer management, understanding volunteers and maximizing volunteer contributions. Topic areas will include: using volunteers as “experts” and for specific projects or task forces; the most effective induction and training for volunteers; and the issues in relations between volunteers and staff. Speakers include:
For detailed information and to register, go to http://clients.enablermail.com/el/files/54/toronto%20program%20design%202.pdf
The Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues and Sustainability Community Breakfasts are outreach components of Metro Vancouver’s Sustainable Region Initiative (SRI). They involve a series of high-profile debates and discussions intended to help decision makers shape the future of the region by presenting a range of views and stimulating fresh thought on regional issues such as housing, industry, labour and immigration, drugs and crime, regional economy, transportation, energy and agriculture. For more information, visit: http://www.metrovancouver.org/region/dialogues/Pages/default.aspx.
Sustainability Dialogues
Topic: Economy North Shore
Thursday, March 26, 2009
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hollyburn Country Club, 950 Crosscreek Road, West VancouverRapid economic change has recently ricocheted across the globe. Large-scale stimulus spending on infrastructure, housing and even arts and culture has resulted. What opportunities or challenges can be leveraged to advance regional sustainability during this economic turmoil? Will our burgeoning green economy continue to thrive, and what sectors might benefit the most?
Featured speakers include:
- Chris Barrington-Leigh, Junior Fellow of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research and postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Economics, University of British Columbia
- Marc Lee, Senior Economist - Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
- Michael Levy, Business Analyst for CKNW/980 and the CORUS Radio Network
- Heather Tremain, co-founder and CEO of reSource Rethinking Building Inc.
To register, go to http://www.metrovancouver.org/region/dialogues/Pages/RegistrationNorth.aspx.
Sustainability Community Breakfasts
Topic: Sustainability in Metro Vancouver – How Do We Measure Up?
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
British Columbia Institute of Technology Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street, VancouverSustainability indicators and reports help track progress towards sustainability goals, report on social, economic and environmental trends, and promote dialogue that influences decision-making and facilitates actions. This session covers results from three sustainability reports that show how Metro Vancouver ‘measures up’ as a sustainable region.
Featured speakers include:
Johnny Carline, Commissioner/CAO, Metro Vancouver (2009 Metro Vancouver Sustainability Report)
David Marshall, Executive Director, Fraser Basin Council (2009 State of the Fraser Basin Report - Sustainability Snapshot 4)
Lidia Kemeny, Director, Partnerships & Projects, Grants & Community Initiatives, Vancouver Foundation (Vancouver Foundation’s Vital Signs for Metro Vancouver 2008)
To register, go to http://www.metrovancouver.org/region/breakfasts/Pages/registration.aspx.
Topic: Sustainable Tourism: Part Two of a Special Two-part Series
Wednesday, April 22
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
British Columbia Institute of Technology Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street, VancouverThe B.C. tourism sector is striving to create a world-class sustainable tourist industry, and visitors are looking for “green” experiences. But what really constitutes sustainable tourism and how do we get there? This two-part series looks at the evolution of sustainable tourism and exciting initiatives underway in B.C. Featured presenters: John Willow, Director - Tourism Development Branch, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Arts; and Dr. Peter Williams, Director - Centre for Tourism Policy & Research, Simon Fraser University.
To register, go to http://www.metrovancouver.org/region/breakfasts/Pages/registration.aspx.
In celebration of its fiftieth anniversary year, the renowned Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York is featuring Frank Lloyd Wright: From Within Outward. This exhibition, co-organized by the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, brings together 64 projects designed by one of the most influential architects of the 20th Century, including privately commissioned residences, civic and government buildings, and religious and performance spaces, as well as unrealized urban mega-structures. Presented on the spiral ramps of Wright's museum through a range of media — including more than 200 original Frank Lloyd Wright drawings — it will highlight Wright's pioneering concepts of space and reveals the architect's continuing relevance to contemporary design. The exhibition will be on view from May 15 through August 23, 2009.
CTM Exhibits Worldwide invites you to attend a special roundtable forum titled “Recession Proof your Exhibit Program”, which will examine how to utilizing trade shows and other effective marketing strategies in difficult economic times Presenter Fred Fox, founder of the Exhibitor Education Institute and a leader in exhibit marketing, will discuss the importance of maintaining exhibition and marketing budgets in a time of recession. It takes place Tuesday, April 7, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon (location TBA). Those interested in attending are asked to r.s.v.p. by Thursday, April 2 to ssomers@ctmexhibits.com or call (604) 244-1740.
The B.C. Society of Landscape Architects is proud to sponsor Dr. Jim Stephenson's presentation of Al Gore's Academy Award winning documentary, "An Inconvenient Truth". Dr. Stephenson has expanded his original presentation to address concerns of the allied design professionals as well as local governments in addressing the impact of global warming on our communities. Alternative solutions for storm water management, sewage treatment, energy conservation, and long range planning goals are among the topics discussed. A question period will follow the presentation. Whether you are concerned about environmental issues as a homeowner, a professional in your local community, or a member of the global community, this presentation will expand your knowledge base and offer alternative solutions to the ongoing dilemma of limited resources in a finite world. For more details please visit http://www.bcsla.org/pdf.htm/CE%20Inconvenient%20PosterForm(revMar4).pdf.
The recently-established Architecture for Humanity Vancouver makes its public debut this Spring when it hosts a charity art auction. Auction 2009 takes place Friday, April 3 at Grace Gallery, 1898 Main Street. This event is open to the public. Up for bid will be a variety of works by local artists, sketches from renowned architects, and a feature piece from internationally acclaimed local artist Stan Douglas. In addition to a meet-and-greet with the artists, the auction will also serve as the official launch of AFH Vancouver’s first project, a laneway housing idea competition. AFH Vancouver is the new local chapter of the international body that creates opportunities for architects and designers to build a more sustainable future through design build programs, partnerships with community development groups, workshops, educational forums, and other activities. AFH Vancouver is a volunteer organization committed to bringing architectural solutions and design services to communities in need. Proceeds from this auction will go towards AFH Vancouver’s operational costs and ongoing projects, as well as the international body's worldwide humanitarian efforts. For additional information, contact Communications Director Rob Aoki by (778-881-8550) or e-mail (robertaoki@gmail.com).
The Art Institute of Vancouver extends an invitation to its upcoming Graduate Portfolio Reviews. These events feature the work of graduating students from various AIV programs - choose the event that is of interest to you.
Vancouver Showcase
Featuring graduates from Event Planning, Fashion Design & Merchandising, Fashion Marketing & Management, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Web Design & Interactive Media
Thursday, March 26, 2009
570 Dunsmuir Street, 7th FloorIndustry Admission: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m
General Admission: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.RSVP required by industry attendees only. Call (604) 639-3868 or e-mail marmstrong@aii.edu.
Burnaby ShowcaseFeaturing graduates from 3D Modeling for Animation & Games, Animation Art & Design, Digital Film & Video, Game Art & Design, Professional Recording Arts, VFX for Film & Television, and Visual & Game Programming
Friday, March 27, 2009
3264 Beta AvenueIndustry Admission: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
General Admission: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.mRSVP required by industry attendees only. Call (604) 298-5492 ext. 5242 or e-mail sthummel@aii.edu.
The annual symposium of the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) will take place on May 27 – 29, 2009, at the Telus Conference Centre in Whistler, B.C. In keeping with the BCRPA’s mandate of promoting sustainability and healthy lifestyles, this year’s theme is “Strength in CommUNITY”. The symposium will feature educational sessions, speaker presentations, tradeshow opportunities, and social events. The annual conference draws more than 500 delegates whose professional backgrounds include government officials, city planners, program directors, and recreation enthusiasts. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are still available. Please visit www.bcrpa.bc.ca for more details or to register.
The 2009 BC Land Summit takes place in Whistler, B.C. from May 20-22, 2009. The 2009 program, with a theme of “A Better Future: Adapting to Change”, will feature content from a wide variety of fields including planning and land use, landscape architecture, land conservation, agriculture, real estate and land valuation, urban design, and more. It provides an ideal opportunity to learn how other professions view current and emerging land use issues, meet practitioners of other land use professions, develop interdisciplinary opportunities, create more productive working relationships. Visit http://www.bclandsummit.com/register/index.html for more information and to register. Register by March 31 to take advantage of early bird rates. For those interested in sponsoring a program, go to http://www.bclandsummit.com/sponsors/become.html or contact the offices of the British Columbia Society of Landscape Architects.
AIBC registrants are invited to sign up for the Executing Social Media Masterclass 2009, which will be offered in both Vancouver (May 4-5) and Victoria (May 7-8). As today's communication landscape continues to morph, this unique series of social media courses will focus on how organizations can leverage social media to achieve business goals. Learn more about new and innovative social media and eCommunication tools, techniques, and technologies, including their impact on traditional advertising and marketing, the mainstream media, and employee communications. Discover how to utilize social media with employees, customers, colleagues and competitors to sell services, build relationships, engage employees, and strengthen your brand. These informal, intimate and highly interactive classes offer a valuable opportunity to hear perspectives, share experiences, and identify best practices. For more information or to register, call (416) 238-2751. Click here to download the programme and registration form.
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, Ordre des architectes du Québec and Association of Architects in Private Practice of Quebec are pleased to announce the launch of the website for the 2009 Festival of Architecture and Forum, June 17-20 in Montreal. The theme of this year’s festival is “Vision and Commitment,” acknowledging the unique and significant contribution the profession makes to solving the environmental and economic problems faced in this century. For a sneak peak at the keynote speakers, events, and other conference-related opportunities prior to registration in March, visit the site at http://festival2009.raic.org/index_e.htm.
The IDSWest web site (www.idswest.com)
is now live and will be constantly updated with features, speakers, design
news and happenings from a West Coast perspective. Planning is well underway
for the event, which takes place September 17 - 20, 2009 at the Vancouver
Convention & Exhibition Centre. The 2009 show will introduce a variety
of space concepts and feature areas focusing on pushing the boundaries
of local and international design and architecture. Special sections include:
Designers on the Block – dedicated space for up-and-coming designers, providing an opportunity to get their feet wet by displaying in small, pre-built structures.
Stories Behind Design – showcasing the lesser known stories that help shape many of the designs on display.
Exhibition space at this prestigious trade show is also available.
Contact Jason Heard (jheard@mmart.com) to secure your preferred location and take advantage of promotional benefits.
A top-flight jury is in place for the 2009 SAB Canadian Green Building Awards, the second annual celebration of Canadian green design. This awards program, sponsored by Sustainable Architecture & Building Magazine (SABMag), recognizes excellence in the design and execution of Canadian residential and non-residential buildings of all types, including new construction, renovations and interior design projects. Winning projects are chosen based on criteria of sustainable design, architectural excellence and technical innovation. This year’s three-person jury includes Vivian Manasc, Manasc Isaac Architects (Edmonton); Andre Perrotte, Saucier + Perrotte Architectes (Montreal); and Dermot J. Sweeny, Sweeny Sterling Finlayson &Co Architects Inc. (Toronto). Eligible projects must have been completed between January 1, 2005 and February 29, 2009. The deadline for submissions is April 24, with judging on May 15. Full details can be found on the SABMag web site: http://sabmagazine.com/sab-awards.html. Winning projects will be published in SABMag and online, and presented in education seminars for design and construction professionals. For more information, contact SABMag Publisher Don Griffith by e-mail (dgriffith@janam.net) or phone (1-800-520-6281, ext. 304).
The Toronto Society of Architects, in association with the Canada Green Building Council – Greater Toronto Chapter (CaGBC-GTC) and the Design Industry Advisory Committee (DIAC), invites submissions for its 2009 Green Poster Design Competition. The purpose of the competition is to produce an image that draws attention to the value of green design, and that illustrates how design can enhance economic, social, and ecological sustainability. The competition is open to everyone, including students and professional artists. Participants must register by May 1, 2009, and submissions (electronic only) are due by May 15, 2009. Posters must be A1 size (594 x 841 mm / 23.4 x 33.1 inches), and designs may use any form of photography, illustration, collage, or typography, provided no copyrights are violated in the design. Cash prizes will be awarded to the three top winners. Judging is scheduled for May 22, 2009. For full details, including a copy of the competition brief, visit the TSA website at http://www.torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/?q=node/94.
Vancouver-based architects John Patkau FRAIC and Patricia Patkau FRAIC are the recipients of the 2009 RAIC Gold Medal from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada. The two Winnipeg-born architects founded Patkau Architects in Edmonton, Alberta in 1979 before relocating to Vancouver in 1984. Both are Fellows of the RAIC, Honorary Fellows of the American Institute of Architects and the Royal Institute of British Architects, members of the Royal Canadian Academy of Art, and Members of the Order of Canada. Patkau Architects has received significant national and international awards, including 12 Governor General’s Medals, four Progressive Architecture Awards, 16 Canadian Architect Awards of Excellence, an RAIC Innovation in Architecture Award of Excellence, and three AIA Honor Awards. Patkau Architects was selected to represent Canada at the Venice Biennale in 1996. Patricia is a faculty member at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of British Columbia, and both have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to both teaching and practice. The RAIC Gold Medal, considered to be the highest honour bestowed by the profession of architecture in Canada, recognizes significant contribution to Canadian architecture; individuals whose personal work has demonstrated exceptional excellence in the design and practice of architecture; and/or, whose work related to architecture, has demonstrated exceptional excellence in research or education. In reaching their decision, the Gold Medal Selection Committee noted:
By Kenny Caldwell, ArchNewsNow.com
Friday, March 13, 2009
On January 30, architects John Peterson and John Cary were named Designers of the Year by Contract magazine. They are the first design professionals to receive this honor for their work as advocates within a nonprofit rather than as members of a design firm. Their reach extends further than most designers. Public Architecture feels that design can help change communities and in turn change itself. Click here to see the video that this interview was conducted for. More …
Time Magazine
March 2009
The global economy is being remade before our eyes. Here's what's on the horizon:
http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/0,28757,1884779,00.html
Our world and our cities, would be so very different, if all of the Directors of Traffic thought like Niels Tørsløv of Copenhagen - especially if, like Niels, all such Directors were trained as landscape architects. What if the "traffic problem" was about too many bikes, and the "parking problem" was about how to deal with so many bikes overtaking the public spaces and sidewalks? Thanks to a great event put on recently by the City Program in downtown Vancouver, and their tendency to web-link such events, every city can watch this video and consider what they can learn from Copenhagen's approach to planning a city of cyclists. Trust me, there are transferable lessons, no matter where you are in the bike-planning learning curve. More …
By Jerry Yudelson, PE, MBA, LEED AP, Building Design &
Construction
Monday, March 16, 2009
Although North American green building practices and technology have come a long way in the past 15 years, it's my opinion, based on my research in Western Europe and the United Kingdom for my forthcoming book, Green Building Trends: Europe, that Western European architects, engineers, and builders are ahead of us in the widespread use of passive design techniques, integrating solar power into building design, and producing low-energy buildings. More ...
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