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AIA Historic Resources Committee Luncheon Stewardship in the Monumental Core of Washington, D.C.

By Alison Karfeld posted 04-23-2024
The AIA Historic Resources Committee is pleased to once again host our annual Knowledge Community Luncheon. Join us to network with your fellow preservation architects, get an update on what HRC is doing in 2024 and take away lessons for your practice while enjoying food and stimulating conversation! This year, our topic for discussion will be Stewardship in the Monumental Core of Washington, D.C. The monumental core of Washington, D.C. is a rich tapestry and cultural landscape of iconic museums, memorials, and public spaces that belong to and are enjoyed by visitors and residents year-round. What does it take for the owners of these precious public resources ...

Review of 2024 TALIESIN WEST COLLOQUIUM: Adaptation in Preservation: Concepts, Contrasts and Collaboration

By Alison Karfeld posted 04-23-2024
An intimate group of 37 Architects, State Preservation Officers, and other preservation industry professionals met April 5-6 at Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece Taliesin West to take a deep dive into the topic of how historic buildings and properties might adapt to the dynamic and critically important issues of climate, equity, and resiliency. Day one We began at the macro level of strategies that organizations are using, and continued into the micro level of informative and inspirational case studies illustrating a range of projects that have successfully integrated such adaptations. Focused panel discussions and plenty of networking time with peers ...

AIA24: Don't Miss Out on Historic Resources Committee events and More at Washington D.C.'s Architecture conference

By Luz Angela Toro Acuna Intl. Assoc. AIA posted 04-09-2024
Calling all AIA24 attendees! Washington D.C. is gearing up for a landmark event in architecture and design, and you won't want to miss it. This year's AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) is bringing together the brightest minds in AEC for four power-packed days (June 5-8) Be sure to mark your calendar for the official HRC event, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. AIA24 boasts a lineup of incredible sessions designed to inspire, educate, and connect you with the future of design. This is your chance to dive deep into the latest trends, network with industry leaders, and discover innovative solutions to today's most pressing challenges. ...

Traditional Building Conference Series

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-05-2024
The Traditional Building Conference Series delivers focused, relevant education and training for architects, contractors, craftspeople, designers, building owners and facilities managers in a time efficient format for AIA Continuing Education Credits. Featuring industry experts and practitioners, the Traditional Building Conference Series faculty present a mix of hands-on construction techniques, methods and materials, classical design, urban planning, and sustainable building practice for updating and preserving traditional and historic buildings of all types. The next conference will take place March 26-27, 2024 at the historic University ...

AIA International Spring Conference 2024 Decarbonizing Construction: From Material Production to Preservative Adaptive Reuse

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-05-2024
The construction industry is a significant emitter of greenhouse gases (GHGs), from the production of materials to the heating, cooling and maintenance of existing buildings and infrastructure. To achieve emission reduction targets by 2050, new low carbon technologies and tools are needed to support further advancements in the construction sector. New solutions will support these requirements, including lifecycle performance of buildings and infrastructure, digitalization, construction practices and materials. From a regulatory perspective, there are multiple paths to achieve net zero. This provides an opportunity to advocate for careful system upgrades ...

AIA HRC Preservation Standards Task Force

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-05-2024
Building upon the tremendous success of the 2023 Taliesin Colloquium, the HRC Task Force has been meeting quarterly to continue our conversations about the SOI Standards, challenging topics regarding context, interpretation and how we might each adapt to a changing world view. The latest virtual meeting was held February 7, 2024, which focused on training and education. Among the training opportunities currently offered are programs in place through the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) www.napcommissions.org/camp . And the North Carolina Department of Cultural and Natural Resources SHPO CLG Training - YouTube .

Join your peers at the AIA24 Historic Resources Committee Luncheon “Stewardship in the Monumental Core of Washington, DC"

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-05-2024
AIA24 HRC Luncheon EV215 | June 6 | 1 2 –   2 pm | The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC | Cost: $115 The monumental core of Washington, DC is a rich tapestry and cultural landscape of iconic museums, memorials, and public spaces that belong to and are enjoyed by visitors and local residents year round . What does it take for the owners of these precious public resources to be stewards of these significant places ? Join the AIA Historic Resources Committee (HRC) for a lively conversation about stewardship in the monumental core of Washington, DC with some of the leading professional charged with their ...

March 2024 Letter from the Chair

By Alison Karfeld posted 03-04-2024
By Lorraine Minatoishi, AIA Dear HRC members, Welcome to Spring 2024! Our committee has been working diligently to ensure that we provide engaging seminars and luncheons, legislative direction, and task force member engagement. Our goals set for 2023 were the following: Provide value and tangible benefits to our membership through shared knowledge and advocacy Promote networks and partnerships with preservation groups as well as other KCs to support climate action, justice, and equity Actively engage/advise with AIA overall on preservation related items Provide various educational opportunities ...

AIA Federal Relations and Advocacy Report

By Alison Karfeld posted 10-18-2023
A top policy priority for the preservation community is reauthorizing the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF). In recent AIA HRC monthly meetings and Specs on the Union updates (next and final of 2023 will occur Nov. 1), AIA Federal Relations staff have informed the knowledge community of the need to reauthorize the HPF before its September 30 expiration. AIA supports legislation, which remains without a Senate companion, that will increase the authorized amount of funding for the HPF and extend its authorization for ten years – fundamental updates for this well-established and successful program. The AIA Federal Relations team is continuing to work diligently with ...

Peterson Prize Winners

By Alison Karfeld posted 10-17-2023
HDP Announces Peterson Prize Winners The Heritage Documentation Programs (Historic American Buildings Survey / Historic American Engineering Record / Historic American Landscapes Survey), a division of the National Park Service, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Charles E. Peterson Prize Competition. A student competition of measured drawings, the Charles E. Peterson Prize is presented jointly by HDP, the Athenaeum of Philadelphia, the American Institute of Architects, and the Association for Preservation Technology. The annual competition, currently in its 40th year, honors Charles E. Peterson, FAIA (1906-2004), a founder of ...

PastForward 2023 Conference

By Alison Karfeld posted 10-17-2023
PastForward 2023 will take place November 8-10, 2023, in Washington, DC. Come celebrate the power of place and join fellow preservationists and preservation lovers at the nation’s premier conference for those who work to save, sustain, and interpret historic places. At PastForward 2023, attendees will be empowered with effective tools and inspiring perspectives. PastForward itself is a community, a powerful network of preservationists and allies that we strengthen when we gather, celebrate, and learn together. Connecting with a broad, diverse range of colleagues from across the country, PastForward 2023 attendees will come together in our nation’s ...

HRC October 2023 Letter from the Chair

By Alison Karfeld posted 10-11-2023
Greetings AIA HRC Members! The HRC Advisory Board has had a busy year and planning for 2024 is well underway! Collaboration has been a key component of our work this past year in reestablishing relationships with many of our partners, holding in-person gatherings and our work on continuing the conversation regarding the SOI Standards. An update on the SOI Standards discussion following Taliesin 2023: • Working with our partners at the NPS Technical Services branch, we are pleased to announce that several valuable learning opportunities on the Standards will be offered at the AIA’24 Convention in DC next June. Specifically, an all-day workshop ...

A Letter from the Chair: October 2022

By Sue Ann Pemberton FAIA posted 09-30-2022
Let’s take a look at the Historic Resources Committee. People often think of “historic resources” as object buildings to be preserved or reused if they are deemed important enough. Most architects probably think the role of the Historic Resources Committee is to “preserve architectural heritage,” as a single focus, but there is a much bigger role to play. Historic Resources touch on many different facets of design, our community, and our future. It’s easy to understand that reusing an existing building reduces the amount of material going to the landfill but, exiting buildings can have a greater impact and should be part of a larger conversation. ...

National Trust Conference has HSW's - next week!

By Ashley L. Wilson FAIA posted 10-21-2020
CEUs Available at PastForward Online 2020 Celebrate the power of place, virtually, with more than a thousand preservationists and preservation lovers at the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s online conference for those who work to save, sustain, and interpret historic places— PastForward Online 2020, October 27–30 . Continuing Education Units (CEUs) have been submitting to both American Planning Association (APA) and American Institute of Architects (AIA). At this point 32 CM credits have been approved by APA, and 25 HSW credits from AIA. There is also an architects/design professional zoom gathering Friday October 30th 6:00-7:00pm

HRC news: April 2020

By Elizabeth M. Hallas AIA posted 04-22-2020
Greetings from HRC! We are all navigating so many challenges through the pandemic—both personally and professionally. We hope you and your loved ones are staying healthy. As HRC members, we wanted to point out the unique perspective we all are fortunate to have—which might serve as a helpful reminder during this challenging time: We take the “long view”: We see our buildings in terms of decades/generations—not just months/years. Preservationists are eternal optimists: We can always see potential—even in the most dire of buildings. Quality over quantity: We appreciate the tangible value of materials and character in our communities. Inspired by ...

HRC members among the 2020 AIA Fellows

By Maggie Brown posted 03-11-2020
HRC members elevated to the College of Fellows Congratulations to the HRC members who were elevated as part of the 2020 Class of AIA Fellows! David Barkin, AIA Connecticut Jason Forney, AIA Massachusetts Scott Henson, AIA New York State Constance Lai, AIA Washington, DC Karin Liljegren, AIA California Council Susan McClymonds, AIA New York State Ellis McIntosh, AIA Oklahoma Margaret Parsons, AIA Minnesota Thomas Roszak, AIA Illinois Gregory Rutledge, AIA Virginia Jason Smith, AIA Pennsylvania Barbara Spandorf, AIA New York State Alyson Steele, AIA Washington, DC Terence Sullivan, AIA Ohio Steven White, AIA Washington, ...

2020 Taliesin Colloquium Scholar recap: Shelby Schrank

By Shelby Schrank posted 03-11-2020
Attendees gather at Taliesin West for the 2020 AIA Taliesin Colloquium; Image: Margaret Brown Taliesin Colloquium Scholar Recap By Shelby Schrank As a student pursuing a career in preservation architecture, I think AIA events such as this Colloquium at Taliesin West are highly valuable. The event offered great subject matter and detailed content that I believe is extremely useful for an aspiring architect, especially one looking to work with existing buildings. By attending, l felt that I was provided the necessary materials and methods I needed to start getting involved and thinking ahead about what is next for building codes. The background and history ...

From the Ashes: Sperry Chalet, Restored

By Maggie Brown posted 03-10-2020
Historic photo of the chalet ca. 1915 by R.E. Marble. Image: Courtesy of Glacier National Park Archives. From the Ashes: Sperry Chalet, Restored By Dan Larson, Anderson Hallas Architects When Sperry Chalet, a 1915 mountain lodge deep in the heart of Glacier National Park, burned in the 2017 Sprague Fire, it was mourned by people around the world. As with the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, the response from visitors enchanted by the chalet’s architecture and environs was immediate and impassioned. All that remained of the chalet were the century-old stone walls and two slender chimneys, still standing, but in imminent danger of collapse. An emergency ...

Letter from the HRC Chair: Spring 2020

By Maya Maria Foty AIA posted 03-10-2020
Letter from the HRC Chair: Spring 2020 Dear Historic Resources Committee Members, I am delighted to be sending this to you all as the 2020 Chair of the HRC Advisory Group. 2019 Chair Lauren now moves into the emeritus position and leads our Historic Sites Advocacy Team. Thanks, Lauren, for all of your hard work on behalf of the AIA HRC this past year! I look forward to working with 2021 Chair Jill Gotthelf, AIA (NY) who leads the Education and Sustainability Subcommittees and 2022 Chair Sue Ann Pemberton, AIA (TX) who leads the HABS Development Subcommittee. I would also like to formally welcome 2023 Chair Elizabeth Hallas, AIA (CO), who will be ...

2020 Taliesin Colloquium speakers announced

By Maggie Brown posted 12-23-2019
Taliesin Colloquium 2020 speakers Download the speaker handout [PDF] > Nick Artim, PE principal, Heritage Protection Group Nick currently serves as the director of the Heritage Protection Group, a Middlebury, Vermont based collaborative of fire protection and security consultants and engineers that specialize in the protection of cultural heritage facilities. With more than thirty years of fire protection engineering experience his projects have included sites in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Sweden, Finland and Poland. His projects have included the United States National Park Service, President George Washington’s ...