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43RD ANNUAL HEALTH
FACILITIES PLANNING SEMINAR - March 11-12
Eight Architects Declare Candidacy
for Three AIA Offices
Elections for the Institute’s next first vice
president/president-elect, vice presidents, and secretary will
be held in June at the AIA 2010 National Convention and Expo in
Miami, Florida.
Note:
Frederick F. Butters, Esq., FAIA (AIA Detroit)
is running for the AIA National Secretary position
2011–2013
The following bills were signed and filed with the Office of the
Great Seal.
- HB 4264/PA 141
HISTORIC CREDIT (Jones, Robert) Allows use of historic
credit carryforwards to offset recaptured credits under
Michigan Business Tax.
- HB 4709/PA 142 TAX
YEAR (Melton) Modifies the definition of tax year under
the Michigan Business Tax.
- HB 4793/PA 143
LICENSING EXAM (Byrum) Allows licensing exam after
graduation for architectural graduates.
On-Demand AIA National
Convention Education Programs
Available Online
Strategic Plan
As the architectural
profession moves through the first decade of the twenty-first
century, it becomes increasingly obvious
that the pace of change continues to accelerate . . .
Construction Activity Projected through 2010
GARDEN
| January 21, 2010
Architect, or Whatever
By KRISTINA
SHEVORY
A troubled
economy and the implosion of the real estate market have thrown
thousands of architects and designers out of work, forcing them
to find or create jobs.
Creating
Livable Communities in Michigan
AIA Michigan’s Blueprint for Smart Growth
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IMPORTANT
MESSAGE FROM
AIA MICHIGAN
New
Beaubien House
Office Hours:
Monday thru Thursday
8:00 to 5:30
Closed on Friday
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message from AIA Michigan's President
Alan H. Cobb, FAIA
2010 - Architects excel
in times of significant change, and with this change
comes great opportunity. We must be the agents of this
change. Our profession is one of leadership, especially
when our innovative solutions can unlock access to the
future. This economic transition is a catalyst for
advanced thought, and the architectural profession is a
transformative engine. AIA Michigan will assist our
membership with these challenges, placing architects in
a leadership role around the State. 2010 will continue
to challenge all of us, but I firmly believe that in
this kind of environment architects do their best work.
In 2010 we will be reshaping our world for future
generations.
Excellent communication to all of our membership
will be a major focus this year. One of my 2010 goals is
to provide an AIA Michigan E-Newsletter, monthly. With
this we will provide a venue for each local Chapter from
the Upper Peninsula to K ‘zoo to “sound-off” and tell
membership about local events around this great state.
Our 2009 – 2014 AIA Michigan Strategic Plan will
guide 2010 and provide our Board of Directors direction.
Please visit our full Strategic Plan on the AIA Michigan
Web-Site. (link to AIA MI Web-site)
Vision Statement - AIA Michigan will inspire its
members to be leaders in creating environments that
uplift and celebrate the human spirit.
Mission - AIA Michigan will serve its members and
advance the profession of architecture through
education, networking, partnerships, promotion, and
advocacy at a state-wide level. It provides and funds
programs, fosters communication among its members and
the public, mentors students and young architects,
collaborates with allied professions and organizations,
and is of service to society.
A Balanced 2010 Budget – solid fiscal planning is
essential for AIA Michigan.
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CELEBRATING MICHIGAN'S ARCHITECTURE
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GREAT ARCHITECTURE OF MICHIGAN
Photographs by Balthazar Korab
Text by John Gallagher
Published 2008
ISBN (Cloth): 9780981614403
Size: 9 x 10.5, 224 Pgs., 162 Illus. |
The non-profit Michigan
Architectural Foundation helps the public understand,
evaluate, and enjoy architecture and recognize the
importance of the built environment. To that end MAF
sifted through nearly 500 of Michigan’s most
architecturally significant buildings to winnow the list
for this volume to 150. With photographs by Balthazar Korab and text by John Gallagher, this book will be
indispensable for anyone wanting to learn more about
Michigan’s impressive architectural legacy...
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WHY
AN ARCHITECT
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What do
Architects Do
Few people realize how complicated it is to build--that is until
they find themselves lost in the maze of design options,
building codes, zoning laws, contractors, and so on. No two
building projects are exactly alike, so there is no single,
clear-cut path to follow.
The architect is the one professional who has the education,
training, experience, and vision to guide you through the entire
design and construction process, from helping you define what
you want to build to helping you get the most for your
construction dollar.
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Why Use AIA
Architects
Most building projects start with a want or need. "I need
more file space in my office." Or, "We've outgrown our
house." But how does that need or want get translated into
square feet and three-dimensional space?
That is what architects are trained to do--solve problems in
creative ways. With their broad knowledge of design and
construction, architects can show you alternatives and options
you might never think of on your own.
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