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| WELCOME to another edition of “JUST THE FACTS, PLEASE…”We have some exciting news to share with you this week. AIA announced who will be in the 2008 Class of Fellows. Read on to find out who from AIA Arizona made the cut.
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| CONGRATULATIONS!!! |
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 2008 Class of Fellows AIA National elevated 116 architects to its prestigious College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made contributions of national significance to the profession. AIA Arizona’s very own John F. Kane, FAIA LEED AP and Wellington Reiter, FAIA made the cut! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Out of a membership of more than 81,000, there are fewer than 2,600 AIA members distinguished with the honor of fellowship. It is conferred on architects with at least 10 years of membership in the AIA who have made significant contributions in the following areas: the aesthetic, scientific, and practical efficiency of the profession; the standards of architectural education, training, and practice; the building industry through leadership in the AIA and other related professional organizations; advancement of living standards of people through an improved environment; and to society through significant public service. To learn more about AIA’s 2008 Class of Fellows click here. |
| ENERGY STAR CHALLENGE |
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 Show How You’re Helping to Reduce CO2 Emissions by 2030 Our nation’s commercial and industrial buildings use $200 billion in electricity per year and are responsible for nearly 50 percent of our country’s greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming.
As an architect, you have the opportunity to leave your mark on the world by designing buildings that are sustainable now and well into the future.
By taking the ENERGY STAR Challenge, your firm demonstrates that its projects can reduce the demand for energy by achieving Designed to Earn the ENERGY STAR and meet the goals set by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). This is your commitment to future generations.
You can take pride in knowing that EPA and AIA will recognize your efforts to fight against climate change through energy-efficient, good design.
Click here to learn more about how to take the challenge and get recognition for your efforts to improve our environment.
*Deadline has been extended to April 2nd. |
| AZ ONE - CENTRAL ARIZONA |
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 A Reality Check AZ One, a Reality Check for Central Arizona, is a one-day exercise that will bring together more than 300 diverse people to discuss, analyze and develop alternative growth scenarios for this rapidly growing region. Participants will work in groups to envision where and how the next 6 million people expected to move here will live and work. The group will allocate expected growth patterns using Legos® in a hands on approach that will visually depict challenges and opportunities facing the Central Arizona region which includes all of Maricopa County and the northern portion of Pinal County.
To be a part of this opportunity or to learn more click here. |
| GO GREEN |
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 An Exhibit Focusing on Sustainable Design and Construction The exhibit will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2008 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm in the Sundt Gallery of the College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (CALA). Below is the link to the event and other events that coincide with those CALA is doing in conjunction with the Arizona Opera League’s 34th annual Home Tours.
http://cala.arizona.edu/Announcements/announce.php#25
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| PHOENIX METRO CHAPTER MEETING |
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| AIA’s Vision for Downtown PhoenixDate: Thursday - February 28th
Time: 5:00 PM Reception, 6:00 PM Program
Where: AIA Arizona Office
Join Patrick Panetta, AIA and Will Bruder, AIA for a review of the AIA Phoenix Metro Chapter/ASLA Central Section design charette for downtown Phoenix.
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| PUT YOUR IPOD TO GOOD USE |
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 AIA Podcasts Want to be filled in on the latest news from AIA National but don’t have time to sit and read article after article? Check out these podcasts!
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| STRUCTRUAL MASONRY DESIGN SOFTWARE |
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 Seminars Available Instructor: Dr. Russell H. Brown, Ph.D., P.E.; Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering at Clemson University
Two sessions available on March 6th: 8 am to 12 pm & 1 pm to 5 pm; Seating Limited to 24 per session. Click here for registration form and information.
Location: New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, 725 S. Rural Rd., #C270, Tempe
One session available on March 7, Tucson: 8 am to noon; Seating Limited to 12. Click here for registration form and information.
Location: New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, 6377 E. Tanque Verde Rd., #200, Tucson
Seminar Objectives:
> Better understand applicable codes, including new strength design codes (IBC & MSJC)
> Design masonry walls for in-plane and out-of-plane loading
> Explore loading combinations and design for the most critical cases
> Gain first-hand experience in the use of Masonry Design Computer Software
*Computers will be furnished for participants to work the problems using the software during the workshop. |
| 2008 ARE SEMINAR: MP&E |
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Presented by Rick Seger P.E., LEED AP - TMAD Taylor & Gaines
Tuesday, Feb. 26 - mechanical & plumbing 1
Thursday, Feb. 28 - mechanical & plumbing 2
6:00pm - 8:00pm
DLR Group
6225 N. 24th Street, Ste 250
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
*24 hour cancellation notice must be given for refunds all no-shows will be billed. Click here for registration. |
| TUCSON REFERENCE LIBRARY BOX LUNCH |
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 Natural Stone Use and Installation Presenter: Dale Roberts, Architectural Consultant of
Custom Building Products.
When: Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 11:45 a.m.
11:45 a.m. - Registration & Hosted Lunch
12:00 p.m. - Presentation
1:00 p.m. - Adjournment
Where: The Reference Library Conference Room,
4633 E. Broadway-Suite 101
Cost: There is NO CHARGE for this event and lunch is HOSTED by the presenter.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Noon Wednesday, February 20, 2008. Please e-mail (preferred) your reservation to donnamcquery@theriver.com or by fax to 520-323-3399
by Wednesday at Noon. Limit of three attendees from one firm.
Click here to register and to learn more about the presenter. |
| HANK LOUIS LECTURE |
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 Next in ASU SALA Lecture SeriesRural Studio presentation
By Hank Louis
February 12th
College of Design
Bridge
5:30pm
Continuation of the Samuel Mockbee Legacy
(For further information please call 480-965-3536)
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| TALIESIN WEST APPRENTICE LECTURE SERIES |
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 Exploring the Blurring Boundary Between Art and Architecture
More information can be found by visiting our website at www.taliesin.edu. |
| SPRING LECTURE SERIES |
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NEXT  CALA Lecture
March 7 Jack DeBartolo, Jr., Jack DeBartolo 3, and William Bruder
www.debartoloarchitects.com www.willbruder.com |
| Sincerely,
Tina Litteral, Hon. AIA
AIA Arizona
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A Community Open House
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary ArtThe national Flip a Strip architectural competition-SMoCA’s innovative project challenging architects to dream up ways to adapt, re-vamp and/or renovate small-scale postwar strip shopping plazas that line the streets of this metropolitan area (and virtually every suburban zone in the country)- is only one month away from deadline. Interested participants still have until March 31, 2008 to enter. Competition finalists will also have an opportunity to have their ideas featured in the pursuant fall Flip a Strip exhibition at the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. ”
EARN 3 LEARNING UNITS
Show How You’re Helping to Reduce CO2 Emissions by 2030 
A Reality Check
Seminars Available
Next in ASU SALA Lecture Series Monica Bertolino is an architect from the National University of Córdoba (unc), Argentina. She has established a professional practice with partner Carlos Barrado in the studio Bertolino-Barrado. She is Professor of Architecture in the UNC and the Catholic University of Córdoba. Some of her most renowned works are the Farm Pavilions, the Public Space Recovery Program and The Botanical Garden for the City of Córdoba, and other public spaces in Las Varillas. She has lectured and exhibited her work in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Italy, among others. Won the Vitruvius Prize of Architecture in Buenos Aires in 2000, had an honorable mention at the International Biennal Quito 2002.
An Exhibit Focusing on Sustainable Design and Construction
Exploring the Blurring Boundary Between Art and ArchitectureNext lecture: 
CALA Lecture