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[What Not to Assume When Your Website is Hacked]
Provided by Michael Malinowski, AIA
Having had my office website hacked by a malware enterprise in the last week, I thought I'd pass along this note in the hopes it might help someone avoid some serious grief. I was very surprised at what I found in researching 'what happened' and 'how to fix it'. Read the entire thread and download the white paper from the Small Project Practitioners’ Discussion Forum.
RE: file storage for easy access
Reply by John Cluver, AIA
In response to the question of Jeffrey Nagel, AIA “Is there any standard AIA or other endorsed tree structure format for filing of electronic data for architectural projects?” John Cluver, AIA shares “Be careful about creating too complex of a structure. The more involved / complicated something is, the less intuitive it will be and the less likely people will be to use it properly. I took a very quick look at the excerpt from the Handbook, and recoiled at the 8 digit numbering system.” View his entire post with two tips on the Practice Management Discussion Forum.
Women in Architecture
Compiled and produced by AIA Knowledge Scholar Lira Luis, AIA
Rena Klein, FAIA, presented, 602 Labyrinth to the Top, where she discussed “a female ‘brain-drain’ occurring in architectural firms of all sizes, as smart and capable women leave for more promising alternatives.” Read the presentation summary.
Lori Garrett, AIA talks about the importance of mentoring female emerging professionals at ArchEx2011. View video. For more of Practice Management at ArchEx2011 read Lira’s blog.
Challenging the paradigms about the practice of architecture in the coming decade (101 Taking The Plunge)
Compiled by AIA Knowledge Scholar Lira Luis, AIA
Hear the reasons behind their career choices and their advice for young entrepreneurs. Learn how they have each leveraged their skills to build their businesses and enhance their careers.
“It can no longer be about male/female, it’s about the same values--that’s how you get work, as a business owner. -Cathy McEntire.” “I never saw myself as a female architect. I see myself as an architect with work being your strongest tool. Doing good work will speak for itself. -Donna Phaneuf.” Read the full session summary.
Does the Importance of Good School Design Really Matter?
Written by David Leitman, Assoc. AIA
Graham Stuart, a member of parliament (MP), gives his thoughts on school costs by saying, “how too much money had been spent on the building of schools. He stated "we can build equally functioning buildings at one-third the cost". He said that just because a school looked good did not mean that it would perform, and that it was a mistake to spend money on the building of schools.” Read David’s CAE London Day 2 Recap for the full comment and responses.
Design for Aging Review 10 is now available
From the Design for Aging Knowledge Community
This compilation of more than 30 outstanding projects in the areas of assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, and nursing homes represents the best current work designed by architects for the ever-increasing aging population. A dedicated jury of architects and providers of senior housing services selected the diverse range of projects featured in this, the sixth volume in the successful Design for Aging series. Each project is presented with photographs, detailed plans, and statistics, illuminating the research behind these advancements in conscientious living environments for seniors. This comprehensive review of architectural design trends in aged care facilities will appeal to providers, developers, users, advocates, architects, and interior, landscape, and other design professionals. Download Order Form.