Celebrate Architecture on April 16
Invitations were in the mail in mid-March for the annual black tie gala, Celebrate Architecture, a celebration of design excellence and distinguished public and professional service. Beginning at 7 pm at the Rice with cocktails and a silent auction, the action moves to the Crystal Ballroom for dinner and the presentation of awards, including the Thomas Jefferson Award to Former Chief Justice John Hill.
In recognition of the Chapter's founding in 1924, the theme will blend 20's chic with Jeffersonian elegance, ending after dinner in the speak-easy, Sally's Place, for music and martinis.
Other awards to presented are the 1999 Design Awards, Citation of Honor, Honorary Member, Young Architect, and Firm Award. Newly elected Fellows of the Institute will also be introduced.
Auction items include a basketball autographed by Hakeem Olajuwon, his and her watches from I. W. Marks, design finds from Surroundings and Sunset Settings, photography by Richard Payne, and more.
Underwriter tables are available for $10,000, $5000, and $2500; underwriter tickets for $1000, $500, and $250. Individual tickets are $125 with intern tickets at $75. Chuck Gremillion chairs the underwriting committee. Call the Chapter office for information.
Celebrate Architecture benefits the Houston Architecture Foundation, a catalyst for public understanding and interest in architecture and urban design. HAF, through its funding program, promotes awareness, understanding and appreciation of the ways in which architecture and urban design influence and enhance the quality of life in Houston.
Judge John Hill To Receive the Jefferson Award
Former Chief Justice John L. Hill, Jr., will receive the Thomas Jefferson Award at Celebrate Architecture on April 16, 1999, for his contributions in the field of law and jurisprudence. In addition to his current practice of law, he is active in the movement to reform the selection process for judges in Texas, serving as president of Texans for Judicial Election Reform.
Hill was elected Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court in 1984. He served as Secretary of State of the State of Texas from 1966 to 1968. In 1972 he was elected Attorney General of Texas and served until 1979. Currently he is a partner in the Houston based law firm of Liddell, Sapp, Zivley, Hill & LaBoon, L.L.P., where he heads the litigation section.
He has received many awards including the University of Texas Distinguished Alumnus Award, the American Judicature Society Herbert Hiller Award, the Leon Green Award for Outstanding Service to the Legal Profession, and the Freedom of the Press Award.
A native Texan, he graduated from the University of Texas School of Law with honors in 1947.
The Jefferson Award was created in 1993 in celebration of the inventive spirit and in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Thomas Jefferson's birth. Named in honor of our only architect-president, the award is given annually to an individual who has demonstrated the creativity, expansive vision, and renaissance approach to the public good exemplified by Mr. Jefferson.
Previous recipients include Dr. Michael DeBakey (medicine); George Mitchell (land development), Jack and Laura Lee Blanton (philanthropy), Linda Ellerbee (journalism), Larry McMurtry (literature), Eleanor Tinsley (politics).
Celebrate Architecture benefits the Houston Architecture Foundation, a catalyst for public understanding and interest in architecture and urban design. HAF, through its funding program, promotes awareness, understanding and appreciation of the ways in which architecture and urban design influence and enhance the quality of life in Houston.
Home Tours
The Downtown Houston Association Downtown Home Tour is scheduled April 15-16, 5:30-9 pm each day. Sponsored by Downtown Houston Association, ten downtown homes were selected for the tour, including Capitol Lofts, Dakota Lofts, Hermann Lofts, Hogg Palace and St. Germain on Main. Tickets, which are limited, are $20 and can be reserved by calling 713-658-8938.
"History in Bloom" is the theme of the 1999 Houston Heights Historic Home and Garden Tour, April 10 and 11, sponsored by the Houston Heights Association.
The Galveston History Homes Tour, sponsored by the Galveston Historical Foundation, is May 1-2 and May 8-9. The tour features nine homes in Galveston's East End, Silk Stocking, San Jacinto and Old Central/Carver Park historic neighborhoods. Advance purchase discount tickets of $15 per person are available through April 30 by calling 409-765-834. Tickets purchased after this date are $20.
Continuing Education
Sustainable Choices for Buildings
April 12
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
This seminar provides insight into the architect's leading role in sustainable development. It includes review of the principles, strategies, and tools of sustainable development, and examines a large institutional client's viewpoint of what they look for in a design relationship. Kirby Keahy, FAIA, Brian Yoeman, and Rives Taylor, AIA, discuss their roles in the design of a new building at the University of Texas Health Science Center.
CAD Layer Guidelines: Concepts and Case Studies
April 13
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs
Richard Buday, AIA, presents a seminar which explores CAD Layer Guidelines' basic concepts through case studies. Learn how the Guidelines can be incorporated to improve your practice. Buday serves on the national AIA Task Force for CAD Layer Guidelines and is winner of thirty international awards for architecture and computer graphics.
Accessibility and the TDLR: Special Applications
April 20
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
Doug and Teresa Darr, AIA, of Accessibility Check provide a better understanding and application of special design criteria for hotels, assembly areas, restaurants, cafeterias, and other places of transient lodging.
Contract Administration: Techniques and Approaches
April 22
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
At this seminar, participants will learn to build an effective team approach during construction. "Standard of care" will be defined, and participants will learn to troubleshoot the items that often cause field problems. Learn more about project close-out and the importance of architectural field presence during the construction process. Stuart Campbell, AIA, an Associate with FKP Architects has more than ten years' experience in the area of construction administration and the development of construction documents on institutional, educational, and hospitality projects.
Copper in Architecture
April 26
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
Martin Salmon of the Copper Development Association discusses architectural copper and copper alloys, including a examination of common practices and identification of situations to avoid. Topics include material characteristics, architectural uses, design basics and options, coatings, life-cycle costs and production techniques.
A201 and Texas Law
April 27
4-6 pm
Questions have been raised about the compatibility of the 1997 A201 General Conditions of the Contract for Construction with some provisions of Texas law. What is the impact on your practice? Alan Fleishacker, Associate AIA and attorney with 3D/I, and Ray Leiker, AIA, of Ray Bailey Architects, discuss the potential conflict area, what the conflicts might mean, and steps you can take to guard against litigation.
Accessibility and the TDLR
May 10
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
This seminar provides an understanding of the basic requirements for accessibility that are essential during schematic design, including maneuvering clearances, clear widths, turning spaces, and identification of elements and spaces that must be accessible. Henry Hermis, AIA, an architect with American Construction Investigations, Inc. and an Independent Contract Provider with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Regulation Division.
Chapter 42 of the Code of Ordinances
May 11
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
Building Code Up-Date
May 17
4-6 pm
Level 1, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
Led by Hal Caton, AIA, this seminar examines the extent of changes made to the new edition of the Houston Building Code.
Specifications
May 18
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
White Cement
May 24
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
Roof Selection Criteria
May 27
4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
75th Anniversary Alert
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Chapter's founding, a committee chaired by Joe Webb, AIA, has outlined a series of events, for the public and for the Chapter. Some are special, once-in-75-years kinds of things; others are an anniversary twist to familiar Chapter events. Mark your calendar now; you will want to be in on the fun.
April 16: Celebrate Architecture at The Rice, chaired by Frank Douglas, FAIA
June 5: Sandcastle Competition with a 75th anniversary flavor
June: (Date to be determined.) Publication of the second edition of Houston Architectural Guide, with text by Stephen Fox and photography by Gerald Moorhead, FAIA
September: 75 That Made a Difference, an exhibition celebrating significant architects, architecture, clients, builders, and events of the past 75 years, curated by Gerald Moorhead, FAIA, designed by Douglas Gallagher
October: Annual Meeting and Chapter Awards, James Hill, AIA, presiding; and TSA's 60th Annual Meeting in Galveston, Kathy Heard, AIA, and Mike Gaertner, AIA, local chairs.
Conferences and Seminars
"Gaining the Edge: The Who, What, Where and When of Getting Published," is sponsored by SMPS on Tuesday, April 6, 5:30-7 pm at the AGC Office, 3825 Dacoma. Speakers are Phyllis Spittler of PageSoutherlandPage, Lynn Cook of the Houston Business Journal, and Sarah Peterson of Hill and Knowlton Public Relations. The panel discusses how to get projects published locally and nationally. $50 for SMPS Members; $55 for Nonmembers. Call 713-680-2132 for reservations.
"Successful Project Management," sponsored by Zweig White & Associates, Inc., is a one-day seminar that examines successful project management basics, work plans, marketing, project schedules, budgeting, negotiations and project execution. The April 6 course is at the Omni Houston Hotel and is approved for AIA/CES credit. Call 800-466-6275 for more information or review the full program brochure in Chapter office. $345 includes continental breakfast and lunch.
ACI International is offering a seminar on "Reinforced Concrete Design" in Austin (Embassy Suites/Airport) on April 22-23. The program provides an overview of design methods for concrete construction. $656 registration fee includes complimentary copies of Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, ACI Design Handbook, and a seminar binder. Detailed brochure available in Chapter office or call 248-848-3815 to register.
AGC is offering a comprehensive seminar, "Insurance and Risk Management for the Construction Industry," in four sessions: April 15, Overview of Risk Management; April 30, Contractual Liability/Contractual Indemnity; May 7, Commercial General Liability Coverage Review; May 21, Worker's Compensation Insurance Review. The class meets 8:30 am - noon. The entire series is $140/member, $280/non-member; individual classes are $40/member, $80/non-member. Cindi Stewart at 713-843-3706 has complete registration information.
Sponsored by the AGC, "Managing the Project: The Superintendent's Role" begins Tuesday, April 13 and meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 3 consecutive weeks. Classes are held at the AGC office, 5-8 pm. The series is $225 for members and $450 for non-members.
The Rice University School of Continuing Studies offers professional courses of interest to architects. Courses will be offered in the spring of 1999 and include the following: Introduction of AutoCAD for Designers; An Introduction to Internet Resources for Architects and Design Professionals; A Sense of Place: Historic Houston Neighborhoods; and the Future Planet Earth: Cause for Alarm or Reason for Hope? To register for these courses or to obtain more information, call the Rice University School of Continuing Studies at 713-527-4803, ext. 131, or consult their Internet site at www.rice.edu/scs.
Celebrate Architecture Underwriters
Benefactor
FKP
Patron
A&E Products
Associated General Contractors of Texas/Houston Chapter
Bellows Construction
Brookstone Corporation
Day Brown Rice
Douglas Gallagher
Gensler
Haynes Whaley Associates
Jackson & Ryan Architects
Kendall Heaton Associates
Kirksey and Partners
Marek Family of Companies
Miner Dederick Construction
McCoy, Inc.
Walter P. Moore
Morris Architects
Planning Design Research Corporation
Porter & Hedges, L.L.P.
Ridgway's
Satterfield & Pontikes Construction
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.
Spaw Glass Construction Company
Watkins Hamilton Ross
Wylie and Associates
Monticello
BankOne
Southwest Bank of Texas
Tellepsen Construction
Webb Architects
Woodlawn
Associated Reprographic Products
Ray Bailey Architects
Clark Condon
Falcon Group Construction
Harry Golemon Architects
Griffin Architects, Inc.
Klotz Associates, Inc.
The Lentz Group
The Mathis Group
Office Pavillion
STOA International
Turner Construction Company of Texas
YLS, Inc.
Chapter Meeting
Third Thursday of each month
5-7 pm
Chapter office
An opportunity to stop by the Chapter office on the way home for fellowship with colleagues and discussion about issues important to architecture and to your business. Conversation begins as soon as you get here; issues discussion is at 5:45. You'll even pick up a learning unit by signing the Continuing Education roster. And you'll get home in time for dinner.
Reservations, please, 713/520-5138.
Houston, A City in Transition: Implications for Architects
Stephen Klineberg
May 20
