Contract Alert:
It has come to our attention that a document similar to AIA Form G 702 is in circulation. Architects should note that in the similar form (Q 702), the architect's certification reads: "Architect's signature below is his assurance to Owner. . ."
If you were not able to make the IBC Fundamentals and Means of Egress seminar on June 28, 2001, the manuals are still available for $12 in the Chapter office for members, $15 for non members.
Rice University is offering Management Development Programs through their Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management. Classes begin in July and go through March 2002. For more information log on to
www.rice.edu/executive.
Spencer Dunaway Jones & Smith, Inc. have five 8' x 10' work cubicles @400/mo and two 16' x 12' work cubicles @600/mo available for rent. Architectural Catalog Library Sharing, and coffee bar sharing is included with each cubicle. For more information e-mail: sdjs
The long-vacant Third Church of Christ, Scientist on Almeda and Binz has been restored and reopened as The Parador, an event facility. The Parador can accommodate over 500 people for seated dinner and many more for receptions and parties. Call 713/529-3050 for more information.
The Houston Hispanic Forum will be embarking on a capital campaign to restore and adapt the Houston Light Guard Armory Building in Midtown into a Hispanic heritage museum.
GHPA has begun to compile a database of Houston's historic resources, from buildings to parks, and districts to archaeological and landscape sites. The database will be used to help determine important
landmarks and eligibility for designation.
Senator Berensen and Representative Coleman led a legislative charge in an effort to beautify Texas roadways. As a result, SB 1128 was signed by Governor Perry. The Bill will not only provide funding for Houston's Green Ribbon Project but also for the landscaping along roads in many Texas cities.
The recent A/E Automation and Information Technology Survey conducted by PSMJ Resources is complete. The survey disclosed the highest satisfaction among firms that consider IT integral to business strategy. To purchase a copy of the survey contact Diane at 800/537-PSMJ.
The Best of Buffalo Bayou is a tour series highlighting the natural, cultural, and recreational resources of Buffalo Bayou. Tours offered are Canoe Trip to Rainbow Lodge, Sunday, September 16, 11-5 pm; Natural Selections: Unique Greenspaces of Buffalo Bayou, Sunday, October 28, 2-5 pm; and Buffalo Bayou Canoe Tours. For more information call 713/752-0314.
Call for Entries
The Israeli Institute of Architects and Town Planners, in accordance with its competition committee, announces an International Ideas Competition. The Competition results are to be presented before the public and all legal bodies concerned as the basic planning concepts for the actual construction and execution of the Rabin Square in Tel Aviv. All registered architects, landscape architects and town planners are invited to participate. Participants are to submit one single submission, on one single panel. Registration deadline is September 10. For more information visit www.israrch.org.il.
The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) has received a grant from the National Endowment for the
Arts to conduct a national design competition with the intent to select the architect for the redesign of the
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. For more information regarding
the competition, including awards, competition submissions, and schedule contact AIA Dallas at 214/742/3242 or via the internet at www.artsmagnetdallas.org.
AIA New York announces a call for entries for the 2000 Travel Grants: up to five grants (totaling $15,000) to provide stipends for travel both within North America and overseas which will further the architectural education and professional development of the recipients. To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens, full-time practitioners, either registered or non-registered with a professional architecture degree, and have a travel program within the 2000 calendar year. Complete details in the Chapter office or call 212/683-0013, ext. 14.
NCARB Publishes Two New Monographs
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards recently released two additions to its Professional Development monograph series: Low Slope Roofing I and Professional Conduct.
Low Slope Roofing I familiarizes practitioners with roofing terminology and concepts, with a discussion of the entire roof assembly. Authored by Justin Henshell, AIA, NCARB, specific topics include code requirements, design considerations, material options, and installation techniques.
Professional Conduct provides guidance to architects on standards of professional conduct they are legally obliged to follow. The monograph was authored by Daniel Taylor, Esq., a partner in the Boston-based law firm, Hill & Barlow, P.C.
NCARB's monographs are an additional way for architects to demonstrate ongoing learning in order to renew their professional registration. The successful completion of the quiz accompanying each monograph equals 10 AIA Learning Units and 10 Health, Safety, and Welfare contact hours. Most monographs are $95 ($75 for NCARB record holders). To order, or for more information, check NCARB's website at www.ncarb.org/publications or call them at 202/783-6500.
