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E-News November 8, 2006

2006 Design Awards Winners Announced

A diverse group of building projects have been recognized for Excellence in Architectural Design in the 2005 AIA Kentucky Design Awards Program. Two (2) Honor Awards, three (3) Merit Awards and one (1) Citation were presented to the architects and owners during ceremonies on Friday, November 3, 2006 during AIA Kentucky’s annual convention in Covington, Kentucky. The winners are:

HONOR AWARD for Excellence in Architectural Design
Center for Rural Health, University of Kentucky
Hazard, KY
Architect: Omni Architects, Lexington
Owner: University of Kentucky

HONOR AWARD for Excellence in Architectural Design
Ekstrom Library Addition, University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
Architect: Voelker Blackburn Niehoff Architects, Inc., Louisville
Associated Architects: Hillier Architecture, Princeton, NJ Owner: University of Louisville

MERIT AWARD for Excellence in Architectural Design
Dearie House
Louisville, KY
Architect: Michael Koch and Associates Architects, Louisville
Owner: David & Macarena Dearie

MERIT AWARD for Excellence in Architectural Design
Dickson Residence
Frankfort, KY
Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington
Owner: Bettina Dickson

MERIT AWARD for Excellence in Architectural Design
Natural Science Building, Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY
Architect: Omni Architects, Lexington
Owners: Commonwealth of Kentucky/Northern Kentucky University

CITATION for Excellence in Architectural Design
Mason Source
Lexington, KY
Architect: Sherman Carter Barnhart PSC, Lexington
Owner: Mike Huskisson

THE JURY

Annie Chu, AIA - Principal, Chu+Gooding Architects, Los Angeles (Jury Chair)
Margaret Griffin, AIA - Principal, Griffin Enright Architects, Los Angeles
Brent T. Miller, AIA - Principal, College and University Studio, Harley Ellis Devereaux, Los Angeles
Nick Seierup, FAIA - Director of Design, Perkins & Will, Los Angeles

Jury Comments & Photos of Winning Projects

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2006 Special Awards Presented

AIA Kentucky presented seven (7) Awards of Recognition during ceremonies at the annual convention in Covington. The awards recognize outstanding service to AIA Kentucky and the profession of architecture in Kentucky. Awards presented and their recipients were:

C. Julian Oberwarth Award
Stephen A. Wiser, AIA
JRA Architects
Louisville, Kentucky

Distinguished Firm Award
Luckett & Farley, Inc.
Louisville, Kentucky

Distinguished Service Award
J. David Carter, AIA
Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects
Lexington, Kentucky

Distinguished Service Award
Arnold M. Judd, Jr., AIA
Arrasmith Judd Rapp Chovan
Louisville, Kentucky

John Russell Groves Citizens Laureate Award
Dr. James C. Votruba
President, Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, Kentucky

Honorary Membership
Stanley Collyer
Editor, Competitions magazine
Louisville, Kentucky

Allied Professional Award
Darlene Gardner
F.W. Dodge/McGraw-Hill Construction
Nicholasville, Kentucky

Award Details and Photos

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Message from Dean David Mohney, AIA, UK College of Design

Dear Members of the College of Design Community:

At the College Assembly meeting this past Monday (October 30), I announced that I would be resigning as Dean of the College of Design at the end of this academic year, effective July 1, 2007. I intend to spend a year in the Netherlands working on a research project and then return to UK as a teacher and scholar in the College of Design.

My decision is equally based on what I think is best for the College, and what is best for me. Academic institutions and design programs benefit considerably by change -- fresh ideas, new energy, different approaches to leadership. The College has made enormous strides forward in recent years, and the engagement of the faculty in creating a new future is a big part of that. It's time for that future to take its next step, and I look forward to being a part of it, but in a different position.

I am very proud of my accomplishments as Dean, most of which have been directed at engaging our College more directly in Kentucky and engaging Kentucky more directly in design. Any success I have enjoyed I share with the College faculty, staff, and students, all of whom have contributed to an inspiring and challenging work environment. They have been wonderful fellow travellers.

I have also found a wealth of support in towns and communities across Kentucky and around the world. There are any number of key people who have supported me, advised me, and assisted me in a number of ways. I have a huge debt to all of them, and offer thanks to all who created paths for our success. I look forward to returning to Kentucky in a new role that allows me a different platform from which to work, teach, and lend my ideas and expertise. There's a lot to look forward to, and I look forward to it all.

Kind regards,

David Mohney

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Condolences - William J. Mailfald, AIA, 1942-2006

AIA Kentucky extends its deepest condolences to family, colleagues and friends of William J. Mailfald, AIA, principal of Associated Designers in Lexington, who died Friday, November 3, 2006 after a long illness. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Clark Funeral Home, 241 Rose Hill, Versailles, KY. Memorials are suggested to Nature Conservancy, 642 W Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508-2018 or Doctors Without Borders, PO Box 1869, Merrifield, VA 22116-9644

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2007 AIA KY Officers Elected

The election of the 2007 Officers of AIA Kentucky was ratified during the Annual Meeting on Saturday, November 4, 2006. The 2007 Officers are:

President - Thomas R. Lett, AIA, Lexington
President-Elect - Steven A. Eggers, AIA, Louisville
Treasurer - Eric P. Steva, AIA, Park Hills
Secretary - Alvin J. Cox, AIA, Louisville

Each officer will focus on one of three strategic focus areas in 2007: Knowledge (Steva), Advocacy (Cox) and Community (Eggers).

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Governor Appoints AIA KY Members

The Governor has made two appointments to the Kentucky Board of Architects. Jill Lewis Smith, AIA has been reappointed for a second term, to expire September 19th, 2010. The Board's newest member is Garlan Vanhook, AIA, who is General Manager of Facilities for the Administrative Office of the Courts. His term will expire September 19th, 2010.

The Governor also recently appointed AIA Kentucky's three representatives eligible to serve on the Architectural Selection Commitees in the Finance Cabinet: Joseph E. Kinsey, AIA, Byron Romanowitz, FAIA, and Clyde K. Warner, Jr., FAIA.

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UK College of Design AIAS Career Fair

Make the connection. The University of Kentucky invites professionals to discover the talent, skills, and personalities of the students in the College of Design. There are a variety of experienced individuals in the fields of architecture, interior design, and historic preservation, searching for positions from summer internships, graduate positions, part-time jobs, co-op opportunities, and more.

Firms may host a tabletop at the Career Fair for a fee of $50, which includes parking passes, resume packets, 6' tables, two chairs, electrical connection, and a hospitality lounge from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Follow-up interviews will be available the next day. Due to limited space we have a cap at 30 firms.

Please contact the University of Kentucky AIAS at ukaias@gmail.com for further questions or registration packets.

This event is brought to you by the University of Kentucky College of Design Chapter of the American Institute of Architecture Students and University of Kentucky Career Services Center.

UK AIAS Chapter

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New Web Site Helps Firms Help Emerging Professionals

A new AIA website has been created that is geared toward firms and emerging professionals. Visit the site via the link below, and learn how your firm can provide great a mentorship environment, support IDP candidates, help pave the path to licensure, and more.

Strategies for Firms in Support of Emerging Professsionals

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Leadership Kentucky Nominations Open; Deadline Feb. 15, 2007

Leadership Kentucky is seeking nominations for its class of 2007. Leadership Kentucky, created in 1984 as a non-profit educational organization, brings together a selected group of people that possess a broad variety of leadership abilities, career accomplishments, and volunteer activities to gain insight into complex issues facing the state. The program’s goal is to prepare participants to take an active role in advancing the state for the common good.

Through a series of seven monthly, two-day sessions, held in various locations in the state, participants are educated about the state of Kentucky and its challenges. Leadership Kentucky provides a thought-provoking experience focusing on the attributes of leadership and what it means to be a leader.

An individual may nominate him/herself, or may be nominated by an alumnus, or board member of Leadership Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, civic organizations or corporations. It is recommended that only one candidate per year be nominated by an organization/corporation. Participants are selected based on their proven and potential leadership abilities, civic activity, concern for the community, volunteer leadership, and potential to help build a greater Kentucky.

To receive an application, e-mail lky@leadershipky. org or call (502) 695-1102. Applications must be returned by February 15.

AIA Kentucky President Martha Tarrant, AIA is one of a handful of architects who have completed the program and describes it as very interesting, enlightening and worthwhile. She will be happy to answer questions from anyone interested in participating. Contact her at mtarrant@ross-tarrant.com or 859- 254-4018.

More information

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DIRECTORY CORRECTIONS

R. David Humlong, AIA is at GBBN Architects, 325 W Main Street, Ste 280, Lexington, 40507. Phone FAX Email: dhumlong@gbbn.com.

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IIDA KENTUCKY/INDIANA CONFERENCE IN LOUISVILLE NOVEMBER 11

The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Ohio/Kentucky Chapter invites AIA members to attend its Annual Conference on Saturday, November 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Louisville, KY. Undergo a mental renewal with a distinguished panel of speakers divulging the issues of URBAN REVITALIZATION. Discussions will focus on the urban growth trends in other mid-sized cities, the influence and importance of art and culture, and the unique design challenges that arise in both new construction and adaptive reuse projects.

Speakers include Barry Alberts, Executive Director of Louisville’s Downtown Development Corporation, Bill Weyland, Managing Director of City Properties Group, LLC, and Charles Cash, AIA, Director of Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services Department. Following the interactive panel discussion, attendees will embark on a tour of three successful URBAN REVITALIZATION projects in Louisville.

For more information, please contact Susie Stauffer at Susie@chase-design.com or 502.479.4023.

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Utilities and Energy Efficiency Conference - Nov. 28, Lexington

AIA Kentucky members are invited to participate in a one-day, action-oriented conference using the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency as a springboard for a diverse group of Kentucky stakeholders to:

• Share information on the key challenges to increased energy efficiency and consumer awareness in the state;<

• Learn about and discuss the business case for energy efficiency in Kentucky, including benefits to utilities, consumers (residential, commercial, and industrial), the state economy, and the environment

• Discuss activities that can begin to address challenges;

• Identify a list of potential priority collaborative activities to make progress on energy efficiency in Kentucky

Confirmed speakers include: Kateri Callahan, President, Alliance to Save Energy; Ted Schultz, Vice President for Energy Efficiency, Duke Energy; Talina Mathews, Executive Director, Governor’s Office of Energy Policy; Roy Palk, President and CEO, East Kentucky Power Cooperative; Dennis Howard, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General, Office of Rate Intervention; Bruce Bremer, Toyota, Manager for Facility Engineering, TEMA; Earl Jones, Senior Counsel, Regulatory Compliance for GE Consumer & Industrial; Tom FitzGerald, Kentucky Resources Council; Lloyd Cress, Commissioner, Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection; Teresa Hill, Secretary, Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet; Beth O’Donnell, Executive Director, Public Service Commission; Glenn Jennings, Chairman, CEO, and President, Delta Natural Gas Company

For more information about the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency, including a 4-page fact sheet, a 16-page executive summary, the full 205-page report, leadership commitments and other materials, please go to link below.

REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 21st - Please click here to access the invitation and click "Yes" or "No" to respond. Please forward to colleagues.

TRAVELING TO LEXINGTON? Special hotel room rates also available at the Radisson - $99 until October 28th and $109 thereafter. Please click here for further information.

For more information, contact Jennifer Peyser, conference facilitator (email: jpeyser@resolv.org, phone: 202.965.6215).

More Action Plan Info

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Visit the AIA Kentucky Web Calendar, where we post information about upcoming conferences, chapter events and other "happenings" of interest to the architectural community. A few items to check out on the calendar:

• Nov. 11 - IIDA Conference, Louisville
• Nov. 16-17 - "Turning Big Places Into Great Spaces" Urban Design Forum for the Louisville Arena, Louisville
• Nov. 21 - AIA CKC Annual Meeting & Election of Officers, 5:30 p.m., Urban Design Studio, Louisville
• Nov. 28 - Utilities & Energy Efficiency Conference, Lexington
• Nov. 29-30, Governor's Conference on the Environment, Lexington
• Dec. 6 - LEED Workshop, Louisville

Go to AIA KY Calendar

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The Latest on AIA Contract Documents

The online Knowledge Base for AIA Contract Documents has been expanded to include information about the documents' content and how to use AIA Contract Documents software. Available on the AIA Contract Documents page (see link below), the Knowledge Base now provides you with concise answers to nearly 250 of the most frequently asked questions about selecting and using the documents. To order AIA documents call toll free 1-800-365- 2724. To purchase the AIA electronic document software, click here.

AIA Contract Docs Knowledge Base

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Author Seeks Environmental Groups' Sustainable Projects

Award-winning Boston architect Keith Moskow AIA last year wrote The Houses at Martha’s Vineyard , published by Monacelli Press. This year Keith is working on a book focusing on sustainable buildings developed by environmental groups – those with a vested interest in practicing what they preach. Representative projects will be from the US and abroad. McGraw-Hill is the publisher. Any members who have recently completed the design and construction of such a project and are interested in having it included in Keith's book may send an initial submission by email, including a project description and low-resolution images no later than December 21, 2006.

Selected projects will be chronicled from design to post-occupancy evaluation with explanations of the trade-offs and rewards of this increasingly important approach to design and construction.

Please contact Keith Moskow directly at KM@Mosko wArchitects.com or 617-292-2000x28 with questions.

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Ky Chapter ASLA Awards Program - entry deadline Jan 15, 2007

The Kentucky Chapter of ASLA announces the release of its 2006 Design Awards Competition ‘Call for Entries’ and invites everyone with a project in the Commonwealth of Kentucky to submit an entry in one of the five professional design categories. All entries will be reviewed by a panel of experts and considered for Honor and Merit Awards at the jury’s discretion. The Call for Entries and PowerPoint template required for all submissions may be downloaded directly from the KY ASLA website. Awards will be presented during the organization's Biannual Awards Banquet to be held early in 2007. Please contact Pamela Hays at 859-371-2555 or phays@e gberslanddesign.com for additional information.

Click here to download Entry Form & Powerpoint

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AND FINALLY . . .

It was really great to see so many of you at the convention last week. I hope you enjoyed the program and the special events. Plans are already underway for 2007, so stay tuned! Janet

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