C.O.T.E.
March 2012: ECO MONTH Schedule of events:
March 15th:
“LouisSullivan: The Struggle for American Architecture” Film Screening
“LouisSullivan: The Struggle for American Architecture” Film Screening
Thursday, 7p.m. AIA Conference Room
The first feature-length documentary about the revolutionary and brilliant Chicago
architect Louis Sullivan (1856-1924). Known by historians as the ‘father of the
skyscraper’ and creator of the iconic phrase ‘form follows function,’ Sullivan
was on top of his profession in 1890. Then a series of setbacks plunged him
into destitute obscurity from which he never fully recovered. Yet his
persistent belief in the power of his ideas created some of America’s most beautiful
buildings ever created, and inspired Sullivan’s protégé, Frank Lloyd Wright, to
fulfill his own dream of a truly American style of architecture.
The first feature-length documentary about the revolutionary and brilliant Chicago
architect Louis Sullivan (1856-1924). Known by historians as the ‘father of the
skyscraper’ and creator of the iconic phrase ‘form follows function,’ Sullivan
was on top of his profession in 1890. Then a series of setbacks plunged him
into destitute obscurity from which he never fully recovered. Yet his
persistent belief in the power of his ideas created some of America’s most beautiful
buildings ever created, and inspired Sullivan’s protégé, Frank Lloyd Wright, to
fulfill his own dream of a truly American style of architecture.
March 16th:
“Real-Time Energy Feedback Devices for Buildings” – Harvey Bryan, Ph.D., FAIA, LEED-AP
Friday, 12pm. AIA Conference Room
We have learned a lot in the thirty plus years about the building energy efficiency. While we will undoubtedly see additional efficiency improvements in the area of equipment and lighting (i.e. advances in solid state lighting) we are probably nearing a ceiling in major breakthroughs. These advances have built a solid foundation as to what needs to follow. A new area of interest and one that is getting considerable attention of late is the utilization of behavioral change mechanisms. Central to this approach is the introduction of real-time energy feedback devices into buildings. Several studies of these devices have found that they can reduce building electrical energy consumption by 5-15%.
We have learned a lot in the thirty plus years about the building energy efficiency. While we will undoubtedly see additional efficiency improvements in the area of equipment and lighting (i.e. advances in solid state lighting) we are probably nearing a ceiling in major breakthroughs. These advances have built a solid foundation as to what needs to follow. A new area of interest and one that is getting considerable attention of late is the utilization of behavioral change mechanisms. Central to this approach is the introduction of real-time energy feedback devices into buildings. Several studies of these devices have found that they can reduce building electrical energy consumption by 5-15%.
This presentation will review a host of available real-time feedback devices and show how they can be used to
inform building occupants to the impacts of their behavior on energy usage.
inform building occupants to the impacts of their behavior on energy usage.
March 22nd:
Living Building Challenge- Jeff Stanton AIA and Jeff Frost
Join Jeff Stanton, AIA and Jeff Frost with SmithGroup JJRfor a presentation on the Living Building Challenge. Envision a future that is socially just, culturally rich, and ecologically restorative.SMLiving Building ChallengeSM is a philosophy, advocacy tool, and certification program that addresses development at all scales. It is comprised of seven performance areas: Site, Water, Energy, Health, Materials, Equity, and Beauty.
March 24th:
The Reincarnation
Tour: Reuse is the Ultimate Recycle
Join us friends of architecture, food and fun Saturday March 24 on The Reincarnation
Tour, a celebration of reused buildings experiencing new life in the
central corridor. This free, self-guided tour starts at 11:00 a.m. with a
1-hour community forum on Adaptive Reuse at FilmBar, a recent downtown reuse
project at 815 N. 2n St. Pick up your passport/map here.
From 12-5 p.m., revel in the good karma of locally-owned restaurants, coffee
shops, and retailers with special offers, spirits and entertainment all accessible by light rail or
bike. Experience the community transformation taking place at the
Phoenix Public Market, Roosevelt Row, Giant Coffee, Lux Central, Hula’s Modern
Tiki, the St. Francis, Postino Central, the Windsor and more. 11:00a.m.-Noon
“Reuse is the Ultimate Recycle” community forum at FilmBar
Tour, a celebration of reused buildings experiencing new life in the
central corridor. This free, self-guided tour starts at 11:00 a.m. with a
1-hour community forum on Adaptive Reuse at FilmBar, a recent downtown reuse
project at 815 N. 2n St. Pick up your passport/map here.
From 12-5 p.m., revel in the good karma of locally-owned restaurants, coffee
shops, and retailers with special offers, spirits and entertainment all accessible by light rail or
bike. Experience the community transformation taking place at the
Phoenix Public Market, Roosevelt Row, Giant Coffee, Lux Central, Hula’s Modern
Tiki, the St. Francis, Postino Central, the Windsor and more. 11:00a.m.-Noon
“Reuse is the Ultimate Recycle” community forum at FilmBar
Moderator:
Paula Randolph, Sonoran Institute
Paula Randolph, Sonoran Institute
Panelists:
-Michael Levine, Developer, Levine Machine Development LLC
-Michael Levine, Developer, Levine Machine Development LLC
-Taz Loomans AIA Architect, Blooming Rock Development
-Brendan Mahoney, Senior Advisor for Economic and Community Development to Mayor Greg Stanton
-Cindy Dach, Roosevelt Row Development Corporation
Noon-5 p.m. Self-guided tour of Adaptive Reuse projects in
the central corridor including:
the central corridor including:
FilmBar
The Phoenix Public Market
A.E. England Building
Restoration Place/Cannon Design
The Crescent Ballroom
Matt’s Big Breakfast
The monOrchid
Made Art Boutique
Jobot Coffee Shop
The Lost Leaf
Lawn Gnome Publishing
Butter Toast Boutique
Royal Exchange
Pita Jungle/Lola’s Coffee
Giant Coffee
Bunky Boutique
Shepley Bulfinch
The ACME Building
The Arizona School for the Arts
Lux Central
Pane Bianco
Hula’s Modern Tiki
St. Francis
Red Modern Furniture
Medlock Plaza
Postino Central
Churn
The Windsor
The Phoenix Public Market
A.E. England Building
Restoration Place/Cannon Design
The Crescent Ballroom
Matt’s Big Breakfast
The monOrchid
Made Art Boutique
Jobot Coffee Shop
The Lost Leaf
Lawn Gnome Publishing
Butter Toast Boutique
Royal Exchange
Pita Jungle/Lola’s Coffee
Giant Coffee
Bunky Boutique
Shepley Bulfinch
The ACME Building
The Arizona School for the Arts
Lux Central
Pane Bianco
Hula’s Modern Tiki
St. Francis
Red Modern Furniture
Medlock Plaza
Postino Central
Churn
The Windsor
The Reincarnation Tour is made possible through the generous
support of these sponsors:
support of these sponsors:
Gabor Lorant architects
Roy Noggle architects, AIA
SmithGroup JJR
Venue Projects – Kitchell Perez
Roy Noggle architects, AIA
SmithGroup JJR
Venue Projects – Kitchell Perez
In kind sponsors include Field Notes and O’Neil Printing.
March 30th:
Sustainability at Stone Court Villa
Join us for a tour of a Paradise Valley custom home designed by architect Marwan Al-Sayed, constructed by 180 Degrees that exhibits radiant cooling, stone walls that will last 1,000 years, photovoltaic and thermal mass features. Hard hats and closed toe shoes required.Guided tours at 12:30, 1:00 and 1:30. Tours are limited. Register with Diana@aia-arizona.org or 602-252-4200
April 13th: (Bonus Session)
Transforming Foreclosed Houses into Energy Efficient Homes
…it starts with a professional design team
A Ralph Haver house that was foreclosed and abandoned, transformed into a
professionally designed, energy and water efficient home. The home
featured an Architect, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Energy Rater, G
Home certified, and verifier and certification from the NAHB research center
for making the home 65% more energy and water efficient.
12:30-2 p.m.
$20 per person, proceeds benefit the AIA Committee on the Environment
Presentation/tour is limited. Save the date and watch for registration
information coming soon
professionally designed, energy and water efficient home. The home
featured an Architect, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Energy Rater, G
Home certified, and verifier and certification from the NAHB research center
for making the home 65% more energy and water efficient.
12:30-2 p.m.
$20 per person, proceeds benefit the AIA Committee on the Environment
Presentation/tour is limited. Save the date and watch for registration
information coming soon
Purpose: This program exists during the month of March to educate the public of Arizona on the importance of the environmental conservation and architecture’s role in the process. A series of lectures and building tours are held throughout the State of Arizona and are free to the public.
Scope: The month of March is Eco Month for the Arizona component of The American Institute of Architects.
Videos Available: Videos of Ed Mazria’s presentation from our 2011 event are available at the AIA Arizona office. (30 North 3rd Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85003 )
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The Committee on the Environment (COTE) works to advance, disseminate, and advocate—to the profession, the building industry, the academy, and the public—design practices that integrate built and natural systems and enhance both the design quality and environmental performance of the built environment. COTE serves as the community and voice on behalf of AIA architects regarding sustainable design and building science and performance.
COTE reflects the profession’s commitment to provide healthy and safe environments for people and is dedicated to preserving the earth’s capability of sustaining a shared high quality of life. The committee’s mission is to lead and coordinate the profession’s involvement in environmental and energy-related issues and to promote the role of the architect as a leader in preserving and protecting the planet and its living systems.
COTE provides the AIA with knowledge about environmental issues and advises the Institute on environmental policy matters affecting the practice of architecture. The committee supports cooperation with educators and institutions of learning, manufacturers, government agencies, environmental organizations, and industry groups in advancing environmentally sound design processes and standards as well as environmentally innovative materials and integrated systems.
If you would like to become involved, email Rick Bright, AIA, Chairman of AIA Arizona’s C.O.T.E.
2030 CHALLENGE
Credible scientists give us 10 years to be well on our way toward global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in order to avoid catastrophic climate change. Yet there are hundreds of coal-fired power plants currently on the drawing boards in the US. Seventy-six percent (76%) of the energy produced by these plants will go to operate buildings.
Buildings are the major source of demand for energy and materials that produce by-product greenhouse gases (GHG). Slowing the growth rate of GHG emissions and then reversing it over the next ten years is the key to keeping global warming under one degree centigrade (°C) above today’s level. It will require immediate action and a concerted global effort.
To accomplish this, Architecture 2030 has issued The 2030 Challenge asking the global architecture and building community to adopt the following targets:
* All new buildings, developments and major renovations shall be designed to meet a fossil fuel, GHG-emitting, energy consumption performance standard of 50% of the regional (or country) average for that building type.
* At a minimum, an equal amount of existing building area shall be renovated annually to meet a fossil fuel, GHG-emitting, energy consumption performance standard of 50% of the regional (or country) average for that building type.
* The fossil fuel reduction standard for all new buildings and major renovations shall be increased to:
60% in 2010
70% in 2015
80% in 2020
90% in 2025
Carbon-neutral in 2030 (using no fossil fuel GHG emitting energy to operate).
70% in 2015
80% in 2020
90% in 2025
Carbon-neutral in 2030 (using no fossil fuel GHG emitting energy to operate).
These targets may be accomplished by implementing innovative sustainable design strategies, generating on-site renewable power and/or purchasing (20% maximum) renewable energy and/or certified renewable energy credits.
Click here if you would like to adopt the challenge.
50 to 50
The 50to50 is a product of the Institute’s Sustainability Discussion Group (SDiG), a task group of the AIA Board of Directors that was formed early in 2007 to seek action on the critical, focused, measurable, and achievable priority of carbon reduction. The SDiG is made up of volunteer AIA members with various areas of expertise, members of the Institute’s Board of Directors, and national staff charged to facilitate development of tools that support the AIA’s carbon-reduction objectives. Click here to view the 50 strategies to achieve carbon reduction
