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2006 Excellence in Design Awards and Baltimore Architecture Week: October 14-24
AIABaltimore is pleased to announce the third annual Baltimore Architecture Week. With a spotlight on architecture, this weeklong series of events will emphasize the importance of our built environment, from our rich architectural and historical heritage, to current policies, issues and projects, to our dreams and aspirations for our city. This year, we will build on last year’s success with the contributions of many of our previous partners and sponsors. Architecture Week holds something for everyone We declare that design matters! Along with our partners and sponsors, we are dedicated to an ongoing dialogue on how design affects our community. We believe that by continuing to learn from Baltimore’s past, and by opening our minds to opportunities in the present, we can make better plans on which to build our future. For more information on Architecture Week, or to volunteer, please contact Anne Raines, AIA, 410-685-2002. |
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2006 Baltimore Architecture Week Schedule |
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Saturday, October 14 |
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12 X 12 Presented by: AIABaltimore Associates Committee Description: Designers will construct entries reflecting on the theme “Baltimore Cubed” and representing Baltimore’s architectural environment. Entries may be constructed of any material but should reflect the original cubic limits (12” X 12” X 12”) and be accompanied by a written narrative. A reception announcing the competition winner is planned for October 14, 2006; location TBA. |
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Monday, October 16 |
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Baltimore Architects Speak: Room with and Inward View: Charles Alexander AIA Presented by: Alexander Design Studio Description: Charles Alexander AIA is principal of Alexander Design Studio, an award-winning firm specializing in religious, institutional, and residential architecture. He will discuss the work of his firm, in particular the creation of sophisticated solutions of religious spaces. Raymond Lowy: Panel Discussion Presented by: USGBC center for Art & Visual Culture Description: Designing for a consumer culture accompanies the exhibition Raymond Loewy: Designs for a Consumer Culture at the Center for the Art and Visual Culture, UMBC. Moderator Steve Ziger AIA of Ziger/Snead Will lead the panel in a discussion of Loewy’s pioneering influence in designing across disciplines, as well as new strategies in how design and mass culture can influence one another. |
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Tuesday, October 17 |
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Design Matters: Reconciling Sustainable Design and Development Economics by Anirban Basu Presented by: USGBC – Baltimore Regional Chapter and AIABaltimore Urban Design Committee Description: Anirban Basu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sage Policy Group, is an economist who will discuss the development of economic environments that support sustainable design and planning. He is heard regularly on WYPR, National Public Radio. |
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Wednesday, October 18 |
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Design Matters: Environmental Design for a Healthy Community by David Orr Presented by: AIABaltimore Urban Design Committee and USGBC – Baltimore Regional Chapter Description: David Orr, Professor and Chair of the Environmental Studies Program at Oberlin College and author of Earth in Mind, will address opportunities for sustainable design and smart growth to improve the health and well being of our communities and spur economic development. |
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Thursday, October 19 |
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Bolton Hill: Classic Baltimore Neighborhood by Frank Shivers Presented by: Baltimore Heritage Description: Frank Shivers, noted author of several books including, Maryland Wits and Baltimore Bards and Walking in Baltimore, will discuss the history of the Bolton Hill neighborhood. His newest book, on the architecture and history of Bolton Hill, will be released in September. |
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Friday, October 20 |
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2006 AIABALTIMORE EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS Presented by: AIABaltimore Design Awards Committee Description: Celebrate the best of Baltimore architecture during this annual gala, held in the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in North Baltimore. Speakers include Hugh Hardy FAIA, Design Awards jury chairman and Peter Wilson AIA, of CSD Architects. The awards ceremony is followed by our fashionable Beaux Arts Ball. Formal attire encouraged. |
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Sunday, October 22 |
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5K and 10K Architectural Walk Around Presented by: Baltimore Walking Club Description: Join the Baltimore Walking Club for a jaunt around the heart of Baltimore. Neighborhood histories and descriptions of architectural highlights will be provided. Choose from a 5K (3.1 miles) of a 10K (6.2 miles) walk. |
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Tuesday, October 24 |
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Robert A.M. stern, Architect Presented by: Baltimore Architecture Foundation through a gift from the family of architect Robert E. Lewis. Description: Designed by the New York firm of Robert A.M. Stern FAIA, 10 Inner Harbor soon will be by far the tallest building in Baltimore. Mr. Stern, founder and senior of the 170-person firm, will discuss his work and this new addition of the Baltimore skyline. Currently serving as dean of the Yale School of Architecture Mr. Stern has also lectured extensively in the United States and abroad on both historical and contemporary topics in architecture and is the author and co-author of several books on architecture. |
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Raymond Loewy: Designs for a Consumer Culture Presented by: UMBC Center for Art and Visual Culture Description: Perhaps the most prominent industrial designer of the 20th century. Raymond Loewy’s concepts helps shape a modern look for consumer culture. Loewy’s career is brought to life by an array of original drawings, models, products, advertisements, photographs, and rare film footage of the designer at work. The exhibition is organized by the Hagley Museum and Library and toured by ExhibitsUSA. |
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Public / Members / Associates and Students Please register and pay for all events in advance. Space is limited for many events. Please book with our partner. For AIABaltimore committee events, please send clearly-marked payment to 11 ½ West Chase Street, Baltimore MD 21201. 2005 Baltimore Architecture Week offers a total of 29 AIA/CES credits. |
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