EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Tuesday, July 8
2:00 – 3:30pm
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NCARB: IDP through Certification | Emerging Architects
What is NCARB? IDP now? ARE 4.0? Rolling Clocks? Licensed to practice? NCARB is with you on the path toward licensure...and for life! This presentation will answer basic questions of who, what, why, when and even how you can more smoothly move down the path with NCARB. This presentation will include updates on new and proposed modifications to NCARB programs, and will be followed by a question and answer session.
1.5 LU
Presented by Harry M. Falconer, Jr. AIA, Director, Intern Development Program, NCARB
Future Fellows | Established Architects
This course is designed for both visionaries and procrastinators dedicated to the advancement of architecture and design. Find out how effective planning may contribute to achieving your professional and life goals; learn strategies for developing and supporting your career plans including networking, business development and documentation techniques. Participants will learn how to develop a successful life and career plan (even if you’re getting a late start), how to document and promote achievements and just what it takes to become a Fellow of the AIA.
1.5 LU
Presented by Kathryn Prigmore, Vice President, HDR Architects, Inc. & Marilynn Deane Mendell, President, WinSpin CIC, Inc.
Window & Door Rehabilitation & Preservation | Tools
Join Marvin Windows + Doors in a discussion about efficient, effective and relevant window and door rehabilitation planning for historic buildings. Participants will learn how historic window profile replication provides solutions for complex historical window and door projects. Best practices and case studies from across the country will also be dicussed.
1.5 LU
Presented by Marc S. Held, CSI, CDT, Vice President Commercial Sales, Marvin Windows + Doors/Light Styles Ltd.
Sustainability + Integrated Project Delivery = Opportunity | Tools
Our industry is changing swiftly in response to a range of natural, cultural and economic forces. As a result, trends in sustainable design, integrated practice, design/build technologies and construction delivery models are moving in a common direction. While focused on the necessary goal of ecologically responsible design and fully integrated project teams, this presentation will also cover the ideas behind IPD, the forces driving these recent changes, activities of the AIA, and the resulting opportunities for architects.
1.5 LU
Presented by Markku Allison AIA, Resource Architect, American Institute of Architects
Tuesday, July 8
3:30 – 5:00pm
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Portfolio Workshop | Emerging Architects
This session will focus on young architects looking to build a strong portfolio. What do employers look for when reviewing a portfolio? How can your portfolio reflect your creativity and maintain a unified and professional look? Participants will learn techniques on portfolio composition that will allow them to present their work clearly and more effectively. Following the presentation, participants may meet individually with panelists for a portfolio critique. Students welcome.
1.5 LU
Presented by Jonathan Foote, Professor & PhD Student at Virginia Tech, WAAC & Megan Anguish, Aerotek
Professional Life after Fellowship: A panel discussion | Established Architects
This presentation is meant to energize seasoned professionals and Baby Boomers who are still figuring out what they really want to do once they achieve their professional goals. Four distinguished panelists: David Cox FAIA, Colden ‘Coke’ Florence FAIA, Hugh Newell Jacobsen FAIA & B. Frank Schlesinger FAIA— and facilitated by Michelle Honey FAIA—will share their visions and the directions they took or are still planning after achieving elevation to the College of Fellows of the AIA. Questions will be received in advance: mhoney@hessconstruction.com until June 30. Questions will also be taken from the audience.
1.5 LU
Panelists include David Cox FAIA, Partner, Cox Graae and Spack Architects; Colden ‘Coke’ Florence FAIA, Partner, Smithgroup; Hugh Newell Jacobsen FAIA, Architect, PLLC & B. Frank Schlesinger FAIA, Frank Schlesinger Associates. Moderated by Michelle Honey FAIA, Vice President for Higher Education, Hess Construction and Engineering Services
The Sustainable Nature of Urban Development | Trends
This session will focus on sustainability in urban redevelopment with an emphasis on historic rehabilitation vs. LEED-certified development. Participants will learn how infrastructure relates to sustainability in an urban environment, the basics of historic rehabilitation vs. green buildings and how LEED can be used as a powerful tool for sustainability.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Chris Earley, Greening Urban LLC
When to Use a Landscape Architect in High-End Residential Design | Tools
Including a landscape architect partner early in the design process can help maximize opportunities and mitigate constraints. By using Hampton’s case studies, Groft will show how the landscape architect can enhance a structure by bringing site design, views, winds, etc. to light. Participants will learn how high-end residential spaces can become sustainable landscapes and about the importance of the transition from natural to manmade environments.
1.5 LU
Presented by Eric D. Groft ASLA, Principal, Oehme van Sweden & Associates, Inc.
Tuesday, July 8
5:30pm
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KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Keynoting the conference will be Marshall Purnell FAIA, AIA's 84th president, fellow of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) and design principal at Devrouax & Purnell. Throughout his career, Marshall has been instrumental in the creation of a number of notable Washington landmarks, including the Nationals' new stadium, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial, Pepco's headquarters and the Washington Convention Center. These days, Mr. Purnell is spearheading AIA's goal of promoting sustainable design and resource conservation across the country. If you're planning on "going green" anytime in the near future, you won't want to miss this year's timely keynote address!
Wednesday, July 9
8:30 – 10:00am
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Cultivating Your Firm’s Most Valuable Asset: Young Professionals | Emerging Architects
For many firms, large and small, attracting and cultivating entry-level staff are highly valued objectives - and often two of the firms' most costly challenges. This program introduces a dynamic new strategy for re-focusing and energizing the development of young professionals. By implementing a performance-based Architect Development Program, firms can effectively train and empower young professionals with demonstrable improvement in knowledge, practice skills, judgment and self-confidence.
1.5 LU
Presented by Robert Rosenfeld, President, R. Rosenfeld Consultation Services, LLC
Elevators and Escalators: Design and Safety Issues | Technology
Since elevators and in particular, escalator safety have been in the media lately, this presentation will be of great benenfit to both architects and their clients. This course includes information about safety improvements for elevators and escalators as well as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) A17.1 code review for design purposes.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Shawn Johnson, Area Manager, Vertical Transportation Excellence
College Master Planning Going Green | Trends
Northern Virginia Community College Loudon Campus is experiencing a consistent growth in student population. The major goals of the 2018 Master Plan include not only addressing the facility needs, but also creating an educational center that can accommodate higher education and secondary school facilities. These changes will address the facility’s need for various curricula, NOVA’s emphasis on sustainability and the integration of the Loudon Campus with its surrounding neighborhood.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by John C. Chadwick AIA, RIBA, Principal, Perkins Eastman
Architecture of the Senses: Exploring the link between historic and sustainable | Trends
The fundamental principles of today’s sustainable design theories: regional materials, natural daylighting, and climate-driven forms are commonly found in many examples of historic architecture. Were the designers and builders who came before us more enlightened? Maybe, but most likely, their architectural forms were born out of necessity, as air conditioning, electricity and easy, cross-country transportation were inconceivable. Today, we have the ability to combine the most advanced technologies to create a place that is environmentally responsive, architecturally beautiful and memorable. Participants will review examples of historic, regional architecture and discuss their inherent sustainability, examine contemporary interpretations of historically sustainable architecture and theorize how to best combine historical and modern architecture into a multi-sensory experience.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Lacy Brittingham AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Phase2 Architecture & Aimee Woodall AIA, LEED AP, Associate, RTKL Associates Inc.
How to Keep Your Clients Happy | Tools
So you think it’s just a matter of adhering to the old saw, “the customer is always right?” You might be surprised as we draw the distinction between customer and client, salesman and professional. What do clients really want? Find out how to better understand your client, how to lead them in the best possible direction, and how to say no when you need to…and still keep them happy (and coming back for more).
1.5 LU
Presented by Michael E. Hickok AIA, Principal and Owner, Hickok Cole Architects
Going Green: What should you do? | Tools
While many desire green buildings, few actually know how to build green effectively. This session will help participants develop a cost effective strategy for designing high performance buildings, identify what strategies are appropriate for a given project, and allow participants to explore the ways in which these strategies were incorporated into previously constructed projects.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Beth Ridout LEED, Project Consultant & Kara S. Strong AIA, LEED AP, Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC
Wednesday, July 9
11:00 – 12:30pm
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Mentoring Essentials for IDP Supervisors | Emerging Architects
What are the requirements for mentors in the Intern Development Program? This seminar will outline the characteristics of healthy mentoring relationships, and stress the importance of mentoring to the architecture profession. IDP mentors and mentees are strongly encouraged to attend this seminar to learn more about the basic requirements of the Intern Development Program, how these standards apply to your firm’s setting and the resources available to interns and licensed architects.
1.5 LU
Presented by Sean M. Stadler AIA, YAF Advirsory Committee, WDG Architecture, PLLC
Vitruvius v. 2008: New ideas from a dead architect | Theory
BIM and Integrated Practice are just beginning to change architectural practice. Right now, IPD has the ability to transform the way projects are delivered and the amount we know about the implications of a building. But all technology aside, integrated practice is nothing new to architecture. The way we regard objective information has changed, but the notion of a building as an integrated whole—systems and all—is as old as Vitruvius. During the twentieth century, architects became increasingly reliant upon engineered systems outside of their control. Now that we are being reintroduced to this concept, what lessons does history hold for us? This seminar will present lessons that Vitruvius’ Ten Books of Architecture hold for architects embracing Integrated Practice and BIM.
1.5 LU
Presented by Brian Sykes, Virginia Tech, WAAC
Integrating Sustainable Design into an Established Practice: A case study | Tools
How has an established, award-winning firm incorporated sustainable design principles into a successful design practice? Over the past year, Cunningham | Quill spent considerable time and effort to formally integrate sustainable practices into the design process. This session will give insight on how your firm can incorporate new technologies and principles and will explore how to utilize resources within your own firm to integrate principles of green design. You too will realize that sustainable design does not require extensive modifications to an already successful firm philosophy.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Michael Day, Associate & Scott Matties, Principal, Cunningham | Quill Architects, PLLC
Making the Green Building Movement Friendly for Preservation | Trends
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has launched a Sustainability Initiative which aims to help people better understand preservation’s value in fostering development that is environmentally, economically and socially sustainable. This presentation will explore the main components of the initiative which will impact the entire design field. Participants will learn about the importance and value of preservation in the overall promotion of sustainability, the primary aspects of reusing existing buildings that can positively impact the climate change discussion and the preservation metrics currently being integrated into the new version of LEED.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Barbara A. Campagna AIA, LEED AP, Graham Gund Architect, Patrice Frey, Director of Sustainability Research & Rhonda Sincavage, Program Associate, State & Local Policy, National Trust for Historic Preservation
Marketing for a Very Small Firm | Tools
In her presentation, Mendell will describe 20 steps toward realizing your goals as a small firm. Her emphasis on coordinated marketing, preparation and strategic planning will help your firm create a successful brand image. Participants will learn how and why a marketing plan and budget can forward corporate objectives and how your small firm can take on Marketing & PR and still come out with wins commensurate with a large firm’s marketing department.
1.5 LU
Presented by Marilynn Deane Mendell, President, WinSpin CIC Inc.
Greening Your Client: Institutional and facilities opportunities | Tools
This presentation will build upon the framework established by Sustainable Design Consulting’s experience with individual projects and broad-based greening initiatives. Participants to this presentation will learn specific considerations to take when working with institutional clients or existing buildings, and will explore in-depth case studies of green building programs for institutional clients.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Sandra Leibowitz Earley, Principal & Thomas Fisher, Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Building | TOUR
Act now, supplies limited! Registration for this tour is limited to 15 participants. Registration will close on June 9th. All registrants must submit and pass a background check (supplied by AIA|DC) to participate.
2.0 LU HSW
Presented by Brad Dessler
620 F Street -- Headquarters for the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsworkers/Sidney Harman Hall: Harman Center For the Arts | TOUR
620 F Street is the last development of an entire DC city block strategically located between 6th and 7th Street and directly across from the Verizon Center. The 226,000 sf building was originally conceived as a speculative commercial office development by a local Washington developer who spent several years assembling the site. In 2003, a broker approached the developer with the idea of selling 620 F Street to a major theatre as well as a union with both as owner occupants. Completed in the summer of 2007, 620 F Street was a key element in the DC Downtown Arts and Entertainment district along F Street and is a high-profile part of the renaissance of Downtown East.
2.0 LU HSW
Presented by K Williams, Director of Booking and Partnerships, Harman Center for the Arts & Andrew Rollman, Smithgroup
Wednesday, July 9
12:30 - 1:30pm
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Greener Living: Suggestions for a healthier, more energy-efficient home | Public Program
Members of the building industry have the ability to shape the environment by designing and constructing energy-efficient, environmentally-sensitive structures. Living a life that respects the environment, though, begins at home. This session will introduce attendees to the options they have for creating a more sustainable place to live. After a brief introduction and "pop quiz" to test attendees' knowledge of sustainability, Lennihan and Penndorf will discuss strategies for improving energy use, water efficiency and indoor air quality in the home. Both presenters will use personal success stories - as well as struggles - to illustrate how they have turned these strategies into practice. The presentation will also include an overview of LEED for Homes to illustrate an overall approach for newly constructed homes. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
1.0 LU HSW
Presented by Holly Lennihan RA, LEED AP, Associate, Hickok Cole Architects & Jonathan Penndorf AIA, LEED AP, Project Architect, Dorsky Hodgson Parrish Yue
Wednesday, July 9
12:30 - 2:00pm
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LUNCH
Atrium Hall
Wednesday, July 9
2:00 – 3:30pm
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Waterproofing and Drainage Design Principles and Practices for
Plaza Decks and Green Roofs | Technology
No matter what the permanent overburden is: concrete, pavers, extensive or intensive green roofs; waterproofing and drainage system design is critical to protecting the structure and interior finishes below. In his presentation, Falconer will focus on best practices for the selection and installation of waterproofing and drainage for plaza decks and green roofs. Additionally, participants will compare various waterproofing systems and learn how to avoid common mistakes.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by James A. Falconer, Senior Account Manager, Grace Construction Products
BIM: Its history, where it is now, and where it is going | Technology
This session will explore the history of BIM, current software and possible future trends in automated estimating, code checking, analysis and facilities management. Learn more about the differences in BIM modeling software and the potential new profit streams that will be made available with automated estimating and facilities management.
1.5 LU
Presented by H. Edward Goldberg AIA, NCARB, HEGRA Architects
To Sustainability and Beyond! -- Health care planning and trends in environmentally responsible design | Trends
Three architects who have devoted their careers to health care facility design will present and discuss the health care industry and environmentally responsible design. Participants to this program will gain insight on the demands of health care clients; learn how clients make decisions and assess the design results; explore lessons learned from operational and design challenges; and evaluate planning standards and tactics used to resolve green design and health care concerns.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Jonathan Hoffschneider AIA, LEED AP, Associate Principal, Perkins+Will; John Michael Currie AIA, FRSH, Principal, Ewing Cole; Ray Brower, RTKL Architects & Fred Bentley, Advisory Board Company
Solutions for Large Openings | Trends
NanaWall Systems' folding and single track sliding wall systems are an innovative solution for large openings. Participants to this program will learn about the capabilites of large, movable wall systems; discover answers to common concerns; and realize potential creative applications for folding and sliding door systems.
1.5 LU
Presented by Kevin Mowery, NanaWall Architectural Consultant
Sustainable Design with Fabric | Trends
This is a unique program devoted to showing fabric structures and their use in sustainable design, architecture, landscape, and planning. This session will focus on the latest in the use of fabric structures, the available materials, and the components and hardware which make this such a unique form of architecture. Participants to this program will be exposed to new or unusual building materials such as Teflon-coated fiberglass, ETFE, recylable PVC and structural meshes - to name a few - and how they contribute to sustainable design.
1.5 LU
Presented by Samuel J. Armijos, Vice President, FabriTec Structures
25 Green Strategies You Can Use Without Asking Permission | Tools
Before you start complaining that your boss or client is not allowing you to produce an environmentally intelligent design, consider the numerous things you can do without anyone noticing. Take the initiative; make your professional life a little more rewarding and the world a little more sustainable. Participants will learn which sustainable design initiatives can be accomplished without impact to cost, schedule and program, and how those in the design field can better align their professional activities with their personal beliefs.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Russell Perry AIA, LEED AP, Vice President, Director of Sustainable Design, Smithgroup
Wednesday, July 9
4:00 – 5:30pm
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Solar Decathlon: University of Maryland’s LEAF House | Theory
The University of Maryland’s entry in the Department of Energy’s 2007 Solar Decathlon, LEAFHouse, is scheduled to become the Chapter House for the Potomac Valley Chapter of the AIA. Situated on the UMD campus, the Potomac Valley Chapter will continue the mission that the LEAFHouse Team began—leading everyone to an abundant future. This session will provide an overview of LEAFHouse; its design, design process, performance in the Solar Decathlon Competition, and modifications in order to be situated on a permanent foundation on the UMD campus.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Amy E. Gardner AIA, LEED AP, University of Maryland School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation & Gardner Mohr Architects LLC
Not Just Another Pretty Face: Designing with BIM | Technology
So you’ve made the switch to BIM. Now what? You understand how BIM helps you in production, but how can it help you in design? Many designers think of BIM as a tool that restricts design creativity. This seminar will show participants how to leverage this great design tool to their advantage, and learn how BIM can allow them to do more with their design while still maintaining an artist’s hand.
1.5 LU
Presented by Carol Rickard-Brideau AIA, LEED AP, Partner, Office President & Rugel Chiriboga LEED AP, Design Director, Little
New Justice Trends: Recent Exemplary Projects Featured in the AIA Academy for Architecture for Justice, Justice Facility Review | Trends
This presentation will feature recent trends and examples of justice facilities (courthouses, jails, law enforcement facilities and multi-use facilities). Using the finest examples of justice architecture as published in the annual JFR juried competition, this presentation will focus on the emerging trends and highlight best practices in each of the project types. In addition, this session will explore the critical design features of each.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Steven E. Loomis AIA, LEED AP, Assistant Vice President, Justice and Public Safety Design Director, HSMM/AECOM
Transfiguration in Historic Structures: Interweaving modern and historic structures | Trends
The recently completed design for the entrance building at the FDA Campus combines dramatic earthworks with a new security pavilion, a historic building renovation, and a state-of-the-art shared use facility. The integrated design solution deals with two important aspects of design for federal buildings today: security and sustainability in a way that makes the historic entrance of the building more than what it was while still retaining much of its original character. Joining several structures, both modern and historic offers the unique opportunity to explore, compare, and contrast design strategies.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Greg Bordynowski AIA, Project Manager, Michael Stevenson AIA, LEED AP, Design Principal & Raymond Doyle PE, LEED AP, Engineering Design Principal, KlingStubbins
Elevator Technology in the 21st Century | Technology
This presentation will provide attendees with information about traditional and contemporary elevator technology with a focus on the elevator technology of the present & future. Sustainable, energy efficient elevators will be explored as well.
1.5 LU
Presented by Sean Zoll, Sales Manager, KONE, Inc.
Green Building and Your Career: Moving your work forward | Tools
Architects and related professionals have become increasingly aware of the growing focus on green solutions for the built environment. Serving today’s demands for higher-performing, more environmentally intelligent buildings and communities requires special skills and training. This presentation will report on the current demand for green building professionals and will discuss the growing array of opportunities for professionals in both architecture and other careers that will play valuable roles in greening the building industry.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Sandra Leibowitz Earley, Principal, Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC & John Esson, Director, Environmental Career Center
Wednesday, July 9
5:30 – 7:00pm
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"How Green Was My Valley:" Sustainable Design for Senior Living | Trends
The evolving nature of housing for the elderly is increasingly concerned with wellness and quality of life, dovetailing with the goals and tools of sustainable design. During this presentation, several projects for Senior Living Communities will be reviewed to understand how LEED standards, sustainable systems and design strategies influence and are utilized by the design process. This session will help participants demystify the nature of senior housing, see the ease of incorporating sustainability into the design process and understand how to use this information to influence clients to embrace sustainable design.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Richard S. Rosen AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Perkins Eastman
Building Collaboration | Tools
This session will focus on integrated delivery and BIM as design tools for collaboration and the integrated team process, and will include an examination of the Kingman Island Environmental Education Center and the AIA Headquarters Renewal Project as case studies. Participants will explore the ways in which integrated design practices can simplify complex building projects and learn about the benefits and risks traditionally associated with integrated project delivery.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Marnique Heath, STUDIOS Architecture & Chris Gorthy, DPR Construction
Oehme van Sweden’s Landscape Architectural Design Approach | Theory
Using several of Oehme van Sweden projects as case studies, Brady will show how landscape architecture can and does enhance a project. Her presentation will examine the ways in which context, history and region can influence a landscape architect’s approach and shape the final design. Included in this session will be examples of sustainable designs, green roof projects, large public projects, small intimate urban gardens and large residential estates.
1.5 LU
Presented by Sheila A. Brady FASLA, Principal, Oehme van Sweden
Greening a Greenhouse in an Historic Facility | Trends
By taking a fresh look at traditional conservatory design, Phipps was able to create the most energy efficient conservatory in the world as an aesthetically pleasing addition to an historic 1893 conservatory. The building incorporates innovative features like earthtubes for cooling, a fuel cell for electric production and venting options that may be applicable for atriums where plant performance and people comfort are paramount. Phipps is a leader in US public gardens for building green and operating sustainability and has the first LEED-certified building in a public garden.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Richard V. Piacentini, Executive Director, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Inc.
Thinking Strategically About Your Firm's Tomorrow: A workshop on building and implementing a business plan | Tools
During her presentation, Young will discuss how to craft a business plan and how to manage its implementation. Participants will be given the opportunity to analyze their firm's goals, strengths and weaknesses, examine the overall structure of a business plan, and learn how to use the business plan as a living business resource.
1.5 LU
Presented by Arica N. Young, Principal, Design Growth Group LLC
Tile and the Design Process | Tools
Participants to this program will learn about tile basics including tile fulfillment, design allowances and considerations, lead times, delegation of tasks, subflooring, heating systems, waterproofing and more.
1.5 LU
Presented by Betty Sullivan, Architectural Ceramics
Thursday, July 10
8:30 – 10:00am
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Practicing Sustainable Stewardship | Trends
A how-to session covering many of today’s advanced and emerging assessment and design tools, this session will address energy modeling, daylight modeling, advanced human comfort modeling, water budgeting, life-cycle analysis, and the uses of building information modeling (BIM). Examples will come from both traditional and modern-era buildings.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Carl Elefante AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Baird Smith AIA, FAPT, Principal, Tina Roach AIA, LEED AP, Associate, QUINN EVANS|ARCHITECTS
Mixed Use Development as a Means of Building Community | Theory
Among the keys to solving global warming and the energy crunch is the creation of viable mixed-use communities. In this lecture, Craig Williams of David M. Schwarz/Architectural Services, Inc., will discuss the strategic creation of successful community projects through careful mixed use building design using examples of the firm’s work and other important projects throughout the United States.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Craig Williams, Principal, David M. Schwarz/Architectural Services, Inc.
Accessibility and the Fair Housing Act | Tools
The Fair Housing Act requires that new multifamily housing with four or more units built after March 13, 1991, including condominiums, student housing, apartments, and other building types, have basic accessible features for persons with disabilities. During their presentation, Moran and Crandall will discuss the accessibility requirements of the Fair Housing Act, show examples of common design and construction errors, and provide resources to consult for additional information.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Timothy S. Moran, Deputy Chief & Marilyn C. Crandall AIA, Architect, Housing and Civil Enforcement Section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division.
BIM and Sustainability with VectorWorks Architect | Technology
Learn how you can integrate building information modeling (BIM) technology into your workflow to create sustainable designs without missing a beat. In his presentation, Heacock, a pioneer of green building projects in California and beyond, will present an overview of BIM technology in VectorWorks Architect. He will illustrate opportunities to integrate sustainable design components and information through sample projects while focusing on presentation, production drawing, efficiency and best practices.
1.5 LU
Presented by Michael Heacock Associate AIA, LEED AP
How Strategic Planning Can Frame Your Goals, Inform the Structure of Your Organization and Guide Your Marketing Efforts | Tools
This presentation includes a discussion of the strategic planning process, how it can guide your firm’s goals and get you to where you want to be. Participants will learn what a strategic plan can tell you about the structure of your organization and how it can be used to market your firm.
1.5 LU
Presented by Yolanda Cole AIA, IIDA, LEED AP, Principal, Hickok Cole Architects
Setting the Stage for Learning | Trends
Like a great theatre, our classrooms and schools create settings for incredible journeys, both metaphorical and real. While the architect is responsible for creating the "stage," the students and teachers create the "sets." This seminar will explore the interaction between architecture and the settings created by the children and teachers during the learning process.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Sean O'Donnell AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Ehrenkrantz Eckstut & Kuhn Architects, Chair, AIA|DC Committee on Architecture for Education
Thursday, July 10
11:00 – 12:30pm
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ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) Green Roof: Case Study | Trends
This case study details the processes and challenges involved in retrofitting an existing building with a green roof, the team and their responsibilities, and the costs associated with construction and energy savings. Learn more about the benefits of a green roof and the environmental and legislative impact on the Washington, DC area; and discover lessons learned about a green roof that has received national and local notoriety in the media and the A/E/C industry.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Victor Bonardi, RA, DBIA, LEED AP, Forrester Construction Company
Partnerships Between Architects and Building Systems Manufacturers | Tools
This course will address the benefits of partnering with a building systems manufacturer to facilitate custom residential projects. Participants will become acquainted with an innovative business model, various building systems, processes and case studies that illustrate successful partnerships between firms and manufacturers to realize “one-off” custom designs.
1.5 LU
Presented by Jay Williams, Empyrean International LLC
Expanding a Local Expertise into an International Practice | Tools
Building upon a specialized knowledge—client type, building type, service type, technique or process—can enable a practitioner to gain a reputation and expertise that is attractive to clients outside of this region too. Learn how you can expand an expertise to gain national opportunities and how to win and successfully complete these projects.
1.5 LU
Presented by Christopher C. Murray AIA, Principal, Gensler
Smart Design | Tools
This seminar will present three elements that can make or break a great project. Participants will learn how to set project budgets, timelines and program requirements, discover ten creative ways to make basic design great and learn how to interview a general contractor to find his/her level of expertise.
1.5 LU
Presented by Saharnaz Farivar, SF Design Group
Public Architects: Who they are and why it matters to firms | Theory
If you've ever gone after a government job and wondered, "Who wrote the CBD announcement? Who made up the program? Who's selecting my firm and who will I negotiate with if selected? or, How can I make these guys tick?" Chances are, many of them are Public Architects and they tick pretty much like regular architects (with a few differences). Attend this session to learn not only about Public Architects, but also the ins and outs of government processes and how to make your firm and its work stand out.
1.5 LU
Presented by Paula J. Loomis FAIA, Senior Associate, EDAW
Practicing in a Challenging Economy | Tools
What's in store for design firms for the remainder of 2008 and into 2009? This presentation will review recent economic and construction trends with an eye toward opportunites over the coming year: regional and national construction trends, key concerns of firm leaders, and how the economy will influence emerging developments in the professional, such as sustainability, consolidation and integrated practice.
1.5 LU
Presented by Kermit Baker, Chief Economist, American Institute of Architects
Eastern Market | TOUR
Designed by Washington DC icon, Adolf Cluss, in 1873, Eastern Market is undergoing a major renewal to restore it following a devastating fire. The project program restores the historic integrity of this landmark building, modernizes it to integrate the requirements of a 21st Century food market, recaptures elements of the original daylighting and climate strategies, and incorporates green materials and systems.
2.0 LU HSW
Presented by Carl Elefante AIA, LEED AP, Principal, QUINN EVANS|ARCHITECTS
Eero Saarinen: Shaping the Future | TOUR
The National Building Museum’s new exhibition, Eero Saarinen: Shaping the Future, re-examines the architect’s complicated legacy and suggests that he deserves a place among the pantheon of great modernists.
2.0 LU
Presented by G. Martin Moeller, Jr. Assoc. AIA, Senior Vice President and Curator, National Building Museum
Nassif Re-skinning Project | TOUR
Spurred by the relocation of a major federal tenant from their home of 30 years, David Nassif Associates is embarking on a complete gut-renovation to create a building that will last through the next 50 years and beyond. The original building, constructed in 1969, was forward thinking in its use of 30-foot structural bays, a flexible floor plan, modular HVAC systems, high voltage electrical distribution, and an enormous public courtyard containing fountains, trees and a subway entrance. The new Constitution Center will feature a complete new facade, and new cores, elevators and lobbies, and will serve as a model for full-block urban design through signature design, innovative streetscaping, and public art. Upon completion, the building will be Washington, DC's largest and most secure Gold LEED private sector office complex.
2.0 LU HSW
Presented by David Varner, Smithgroup
Thursday, July 10
12:30 - 2:00pm
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LUNCH
Atrium Hall
Thursday, July 10
2:00 – 3:30pm
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Sustainable Stewardship 101: The greenest building is…one that is already built! | Trends
The attention of green architects has been focused on new forms, strategies and technologies developed in the context of new building design. But to achieve true sustainability, existing cities, towns, neighborhoods and buildings must also be a part of the solution. By their force of numbers alone, sustaining the existing building stock is the greatest challenge facing architects over the coming decades. Join Elefante as he discusses the challenges and opportunities of sustaining the existing building stock and introduces the application of green building tools for the renewal of existing buildings.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Carl Elefante AIA, LEED AP. Principal, QUINN EVANS|ARCHITECTS
Re-skinning a Fully-Occupied Office Building: A case study | Theory
As many downtown office buildings reach the end of their usable life spans, building owners are constantly looking for inexpensive ways to renovate and revitalize them. Re-skinning the exterior is typically the best way to increase the value of the building and improve rental income. Unfortunately, the construction challenges associated with an exterior renovation usually require that most, if not all, of the existing tenants vacate the premises during construction. The lost revenue associated with an empty building is typically the greatest prohibition to a renovation. In their presentation, Winstanley and Ramirez will present 1401 New York Avenue’s fully-occupied re-skinning project completed in 2007. They will discuss a methodology in which a building re-skin can proceed without excessive after-hour work and minimal disruption to the existing building tenants.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Frank Durkin & Mark T. Ramirez, Founding Principal, Square 134 Architects
Photo Shoot Insights from an Interior Designer + Photographer | Tools
This session will take you through all of the stages of a successful commercial interiors photo shoot. Attendees will learn how to contact a photographer, negotiate photography fees, develop stories for the photographs, and about lighting, details and editing. Case studies will be used to illustrate each of these points.
1.5 LU
Presented by Rhea A. Vaflor, Designer, Hickok Cole Architects & Anice Hoachlander, Founding Partner, Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC
Best Construction Practices for Masonry Construction | Tools
This seminar will focus primarily on the many different universal detailing requirements for masonry construction. Specifically addressed will be detailing methods for (1) mitigating moisture penetration, (2) accommodating movement – ie crack control, (3) details and computation of Fire Ratings, and (4) general design and detailing requirements required by ACI 530/530.1. Attendees will gain a better understanding of not only how to detail concrete masonry structures for best performance, but emphasis will also be placed on the why and where of specific detailing concerns.
1.5 LU
Presented by Robert S. Zobel, PE PhD, Executive Director, Concrete Masonry Promotions Council
PPEA (Private-Public Educational Facilities Infrastructure Act) | Tools
A review of the 2002 Virginia law which endeavors to provide a vehicle for Virginia's state and local agencies to create public-private partnerships to meet a wide range of infrastructure needs, including construction and renovation of elementary and secondary schools, as well as higher education facilities.
1.5 LU
Presented by Kathleen Langan, Senior Vice President, Educational Services & Facilities, Hess Construction; Christopher D. Lloyd, Senior Vice President and Director, Business Expansion Services, McGuire Woods Consulting LLC & John Hill, CEO, Grimm + Parker
Eero Saarinen: Shaping the Future | Theory
Eero Saarinen was one of the most celebrated—and controversial—architects of the mid-20th century. His iconic, dramatically sculptural designs for the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Dulles International Airport, and even the popular “Tulip” chair all brilliantly expressed the generally optimistic spirit and rapid, technological progress of post-World War II America. At the same time, however, Saarinen designed several projects that ran counter to prevailing ideas about modern architecture, such as the Stiles and Morse residential colleges at Yale University, whose irregular, picturesque plans evoke medieval hill towns. The extreme diversity of Saarinen’s work, coupled with his premature death at the age of 51, made him a problematic figure for historians and critics. The National Building Museum’s new exhibition, Eero Saarinen: Shaping the Future, re-examines the architect’s complicated legacy and suggests that he deserves a place among the pantheon of great modernists.
1.5 LU
Presented by G. Martin Moeller, Jr. Assoc. AIA, Senior Vice President and Curator, National Building Museum
Thursday, July 10
4:00 – 5:30pm
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Sustainable Practice for Modern-Era Buildings | Trends
Following World War II, many building traditions were swept aside by innovation in both building philosophy and technology. Many modern-era structures were constructed without investment in durability. Building comfort became a function entirely dependent on fossil-fuel consuming systems with little regard for energy efficiency. Sustaining the “modern-era” building stock presents new challenges. In this lecture, Elefante will present the defining characteristics and challenges of the modern-era building and demonstrate the application of green building tools for their renewal.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Carl Elefante AIA, LEED AP, Principal, QUINN EVANS|ARCHITECTS; Marnique Heath, STUDIOS Architecture & JP Spickler, Fox Architects
The Precast School | Trends
This presentation will examine several North Carolina school projects where energy efficiency, material selection and project delivery all affect the learning environment. Participants will explore several case studies that helped lead to compact design and better-integrated structural concepts.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Gary Schoendfeld, Marketing Manager, Tindall Corporation, Virginia Division
It’s Not Easy Being Green in Affordable Housing | Trends
With the rising costs of construction and the limiting budgets of government-funded projects, designing and building affordable housing is already a challenge. The DC Green Building Act will require that all projects funded 15% or more by public funds meet green standards in 2009. Is it possible to make affordable multifamily housing “green” and not break the budget? In this course, participants will learn about the various challenges associated with integrating green elements into affordable housing, indentify design and construction techniques that both promote sustainability and maintain affordability and review present day examples of how these solutions have been utilized in successful affordable housing projects.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Jay Wilson Assoc. AIA, LEED AP, Project Manager & Scott D. Q. Knudson AIA, LEED AP, Vice President, Director of Design & Planning, Wiencek + Associates Architects + Planners
Everyone Wants to Design: So let them! | Tools
Join Holzbach as he shares strategies for involving all levels of staff in the design process without losing control. He offers a framework for design in the middle ground between “Dictator of Design” and a “free-for-all,” and expands on the benefits of collaboration.
1.5 LU
Presented by Robert L. Holzbach AIA, Associate, Hickok Cole Architects
Combination of Air Barriers, Fireproofing and Firestopping in Commercial Buildings | Technology
Firestopping is usually thought to stand alone as a product or application that does not address the adjacent fireproofing or air barrier products. The truth is, firestopping often shares space with air barriers at the perimeter of a building and with fireproofing at the head of wall joints. The importance of properly combining products in these spaces is often overlooked. This presentation will focus on combining products to ensure that firestopping, air barrier and fireproofing in a commercial building will perform as intended.
1.5 LU
Presented by John Goga, Senior Product Specialist, Grace Construction Products
Approaching the Bench | Tools
Participants to this session will get a first-hand account of lessons learned in the steps to establish regional benchmarking in a sustainable design consultancy. Floyd will identify and compare benchmarking methods and assist her audience in comprehending the applications of benchmarking.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Zeba Floyd AIA, LEED AP, Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC
Thursday, July 10
5:30 – 7:00pm
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Sustainable Practice for Preservation Architects | Trends
Conserving existing buildings is the first step toward sustaining them and amortizing their investment of materials and energy for the benefit of future generations. Building preservation is being transformed by the application of sustainable design thinking and tools. Participants will learn how to identify characteristics of traditional building design and construction that support sustainable renewal, and explore sustainable renewal strategies for the most common traditional building challenges.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Carl Elefante AIA, LEED AP, Principal; Baird Smith AIA, FAPT, Principal & Tina Roach AIA, LEED AP, Associate, QUINN EVANS|ARCHITECTS
Justice Facilities: New Orleans in the aftermath | Trends
How can an architectural firm expand its services to provide help in the aftermath of a natural disaster? Shade and Budzinski will discuss this and the value of Master planning in times of crisis.
1.5 LU
Presented by Marlene Walli Shade AIA, Senior Associate & Ron Budzinski FAIA, Senior Principal, PSA-Dewberry
Sustainable: Beyond the Grasses | Theory
In her presentation, Delplace will present what’s new in sustainable gardens. With over 35 years of creating environmentally friendly spaces, she has a variety of case studies to share: green walls, innovative green roofs and planters that are not only sustainable but aesthetically pleasing as well. Delplace will also address the reasons behind using regional plants and working with architects to get the highest level of sustainability out of every project.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by Lisa E. Delplace ASLA, Principal + CEO, Oehme van Sweden & Associates, Inc.
Overview of the 2008 District of Columbia Building Code | Tools
Devlin will present local amendments to the 2006 ICC International Building Code and International Existing Building Code as adopted by the 2008 DC Construction Codes Supplement.
Participants to this program will gain an understanding of recent building code amendments pertaining to means of egress, fire protection, life safety, and work done on existing buildings.
1.5 LU HSW
Presented by John F. Devlin PE, Vice President and Managing Director, Schirmer Engineering Corporation
Working with the Media: A Panel Discussion | Tools
Trying to get your work published? Confused about how to get your projects into magazines? Questions about PR, images, copyrights, editorial content, etc.? This panel of editors, writers and marketers lay out the basics for getting your work into print.
1.5 LU
Panelists include Dennis Hockman, Editor, Chesapeake Home; Kate Kuhn, Editor, Washington Home and Garden Magazine; Karen Sommer Shalett, Editor, DC Magazine & Jennifer Motruk Loy, Principal, Spin DC. Moderated by Scott Sowers, Editor, AIA|DC News.
