National Trust Names “The 11 Most Endangered Historic Places”
The National Trust for Historic Preservation on June 2 released its annual list of “The 11 Most Endangered Historic Places” to “spotlight parts of the country’s heritage that are threatened by neglect, insufficient funds, inappropriate development, or insensitive public policy.” Through public awareness gained by being on the list, the projects this year—which range from a Victorian hotel in Florida to an island off the coast of Alaska to millions of acres of wilderness in the American West—nurture a hope of joining the Trust’s “Saved” list in the future.

AIA Pennsylvania Praises Design Award Winners
Mixing design and politics, AIA Pennsylvania honored its 2005 Design Awards winners April 12 in a hearing room in the commonwealth’s Capitol Complex. In the week prior to the ceremony, the component featured the entries in an exhibit in the Capitol Rotunda for Pennsylvania visitors and state lawmakers.

Barkley Exemplifies Boney’s Spirit of Fellowship
A festive mood infused the College of Fellows’ annual Convocation dinner on May 21 in Las Vegas. New fellows and honorary fellows still reveled from Friday’s investiture ceremony, seasoned fellows enjoyed welcoming the inductees into the fold, the $100,000 Latrobe Fellowship was announced and well-received at Friday morning’s plenary session, and the black-tie affair signaled the close of another successful convention. However, one last order of business remained—a pleasant job by anyone’s account.

Two Projects Earn 2005 AIA/HUD Secretary’s Awards
The 2005 AIA/HUD Secretary’s Awards honor two projects for excellence in housing and community design. The joint program, created by the AIA Center for Communities by Design and the AIA Housing Committee Knowledge Community in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), reflects the ongoing collaboration between the AIA and federal government agencies to highlight the best in affordable residential design and call attention to the importance of architecture in cities and communities nationwide. This year’s jury recognized projects in the categories of Mixed-Use/Mixed-Income Development and Community Building by Design.

Presenting the Recipients of the 2005 AIA Architectural Photography Competition Awards
Each year, the stunning recipients of the AIA Architectural Photography Competition, sponsored by AIA St. Louis, make their public debut in large-scale format at the AIA national convention. This year, unfortunately, due to a shipping accident, the winners could not be displayed at the convention. But Las Vegas’ loss is AIArchitect’s gain, as AIA St. Louis has given us permission to show the winning photos.

Plan Ahead: Be a Speaker at the ’06 AIA Convention in LA
Share your unique knowledge as a continuing-education speaker at the 2006 AIA national convention, themed “Architecture on the Edge: Innovation . . . Engagement . . . Inspiration,” June 8–10 in Los Angeles. The 2006 Call for Presentations and speakers’ guidelines are available on the AIA Convention Web site. In addition to the half- and full-day workshops and 90-minute seminars, a new 60-minute seminar option has been added. Proposals will be accepted only online through July 1.

project watch
Renovated Ferry Terminal Improves Access
And it’s green, too
Mayor Michael Bloomberg presided over ceremonies on May 20 to dedicate Staten Island’s newly renovated St. George Ferry Terminal. Architect HOK envisioned this terminal renovation—one in a series of five major ferry projects in and around New York City—as a focal point for area redevelopment. The goals for the new ferry include improving the island’s transport systems, becoming a tourist destination in its own right, and ranking as one of the first LEED™-certified intermodal transportation stations.

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The economy: Indicators show continued growth.
Energy: Gas prices will be lower this summer.
Building: Green building saves over the life cycle; home remodeling is hot.
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best practices in risk management
Another Fine Mess: The Onerous Contract, Part II
Mindful of the risks so prevalent in our business, we do our best to negotiate a contract that will protect us and allow us to serve our client appropriately while providing an adequate fee for the time spent. However, there are times when we encounter clients with requirements that go beyond our reasonable abilities and limitations, say James B. Atkins, FAIA, and Grant A. Simpson, FAIA. This article builds on last week’s “Another Fine Mess: The Onerous Contract, Part I”, and explores in more detail some options available for risk management when we are faced with unreasonable demands or if we have already agreed to a tough contract.

Top 10 Bestsellers During the AIA Convention
Just for fun, here is a list of the top 10 bestselling products in the AIA Store during the AIA 2005 National Convention and Expo in Las Vegas last month.

Fitch Charitable Foundation Sponsors 2005 Mid-Career Grant Program
Applications due September 8
The James Marston Fitch Charitable Foundation will award a $25,000 research grant to mid-career professionals who have an advanced degree or professional degree and at least 10 years’ experience in historic preservation or related fields, including architecture. Named for James Marston Fitch—educator, author, critic, and design practitioner—the grants support projects of innovative original research or creative design that advance the practice of U.S. historic preservation. Applications must be postmarked on or before September 8. Find requirements on the Foundation’s Web site and address further questions to Lisa Kersavage, fitchfoundation@gmail.com or 718-596-8808.

National Building Museum Offers Summer Architecture Film Series
Flicks kick off 25th anniversary celebration
The “Reel Architecture Film Series,” dedicated to the relationship between architecture and film, will roll out in the historic National Building Museum’s Great Hall beginning July 9–10 and then continue on Wednesday evenings through August 24. The series will present American films that reflect themes found in the National Building Museum’s 25 years of exhibitions, such as sustainable architecture, transportation and transit, and office design. The free films will include Soylent Green, Chinatown, Los Angeles Plays Itself, and Touch of Evil, to name a few. Live music by local bands will add to the pre-screening festivities, and select exhibitions will be open for viewing. The Reel Architecture Film Series kicks off the National Building Museum’s 25th anniversary events and will be followed by September 25 anniversary bash. For details, visit the National Building Museum’s Web site.

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Compendium of the culture: The 2005 Almanac of Architecture & Design (edited by James P. Cramer, Hon. AIA, and Jennifer Evans Yankopolus, and published by Greenway Communications LLC, 2005) puts the facts and trends of the profession at your fingertips. The Almanac is available now to AIA members for the special price of $39.60 ($49.50 retail). To learn more or purchase, visit the AIA Store or call 800-242-3837, opt. #4.

Press Tap News Service: Reporters from The Wall Street Journal to Michigan Construction News have signed on to get full access to AIA’s news service. Post your news today.

See Calatrava from the Convention: You now can see the keynote address by 2005 AIA Gold Medal recipient Santiago Calatrava,that won him three standing ovations, and can earn 1 CES credit to boot. AIA members may take the “Santiago Calatrava Works his Magic,” course for $29.95 ($59.95 nonmembers).

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Free Continuing Education: After reading the standards and other information on environmental issues and products, references, and more in each MASTERSPEC topic, licensed users can access online tests to earn AIA/CES learning-unit hours.

Save Time! AIA.org now features a trouble-shooting Knowledge Base to address your AIA Contract Documents software questions quickly and efficiently.

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