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spring 2013 EDITORIAL.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 08 Garrett Jacobs CURRENT EVENTS................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 CHAPTER GRANTS RESULT IN RESILIENT CITIES............................................................................................................... 16
Yuko Okamura
RESILIENCY IN THE FACE OF DISASTER.................................................................................................................................... 20
Jennifer Dunn, AIA, LEED AP
shoutRESILIENCE!.................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Audrey Galo & Katie Wholey HOW TO USE HQ STAFF....................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Disaster/ Emergency Response: Audrey Galo Development: Dana Hymel Communications: Karl Johnson Finance, guidance, everything else: Garrett Jacobs
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INDIEGOGO NOTES & SEMINAR..................................................................................................................................................... 27 FORMING CHAPTERS........................................................................................................................................................................... 28 CHICAGO MANAGING DIRECTOR OF HIRING.......................................................................................................................... 30
Katherine Darnstadt
ANNUAL SCHEDULE OF TOPICS: Themes for main issues............................................................................................... 32
Garrett Jacobs
TOHOKU PLANNING FORUM: Sustainable Communities Through Social Resilience......................................... 34
Christian Dimmer
CONGRATULATIONS............................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Chicago Chapter - Architizer A+ Award winner, Architecture + Farming Award Katherine Darnstadt - AIA Young Architect Award D.C. Chapter - Kickstarter Campaign Sponsor
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pending most of our efforts on the daily grind and management of chapter work, wheather it be working through the design of a specific project, developing relationships with community partners, digging through the accounting, preparing the next event, asking ourselves how to fund it all, or just figuring out how the hell we’re balancing work life, family life and our chapter lives, its easy to let the big picture slip to the side. The purpose of this publication is to make sure we keep the big picture hung on the right focal wall and encourage communication of specific chapter activities across the network and throughout the globe. Within that framework we should remind ourselves of what is accomplished on a daily basis. Some of these accomplishments include: making the benefits of design more accessible to those who need it most; empowering communities to envision and critique their surroundings; providing a venue for designers all over the world to gather and use their training to express their passion for others; and advocating for the use of design
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as a tool with the ability to join people and resources for a brighter and more equitable future. As a side effect of these every day activities we are also developing the weakest aspects of our profession. We are facilitating the execution of projects that actually allow ideas to spring into life as implementations of change. The weakest aspects of the architectural profession are what they don’t teach in school. These include (and I apologize now for all the lists): how to develop relationships with clients, properly manage design teams, run a sustainable business (without funds), build the relationships within a community that will facilitate the longevity of a project, advocate for the need and benefit of design, run the books on projects to keep the organization afloat, budget, integrate the design process within events, and of course much, much more. These are the non-spatial skills of the profession that are more difficult to teach in a university setting. As a chapter member you are dealing with all of these issues, and most importantly doing it for those in need of design’s crucial benefits. And
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you are accomplishing this with such amazing passion that the Chapter Network continues to thrive and prosper, so that more communities can benefit from what we have to offer.
work more resilient. While we develop an understanding of how the planet is responding to our long-term habitation we have become aware of the dangers it poses to both our urban centers and rural areas. The articles in this Along with our continued efforts to commu- issue written by chapter leaders and design nicate with one another, the intention of this fellows describe many different ways of how publication is to enable us to accomplish one the chapter network has been preparing for of the most important goals of any successful these unfortunately intrinsic events. There are venture - building a trusting team. As we ma- also lists of resources, hearty congratulations, ture, and kick through the growing pains, us- and recommendations for how, together we ing each other’s experiences and examples to might schedule our calendar year to focus begin the process of assessing our successes on the issues that really need development. and setbacks, we will develop the resources and training necessary to deliver the network As designers who are working to establish a to the next level, and heighten our work, our balance among the members of our mostly process, and (most importantly) the narratives urban areas we are in the perfect place to creof our community partners within the greater ate plans and facilitate relationships that will field of design and beyond. Please see this issue lead to a more prepared citizenry and urban as open for discussion, all requests and com- system. So it’s with this theme of resilience, ments are welcome and encouraged. Even if that we kick off our very own publication. you want to act as editor for an issue let me know! (But I have to admit it takes some time‌) Thanks for reading! Within this inaugural issue the theme of resilience resonates with a few pieces about how, Garrett as designers and architects we can approach the issue, as well as how we can our own net-
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From April to July 2013, a team of British riders are cycling from Portland Oregon to Portland Place London - studying how cities are coping with the increasing interest in the bicycle as a credible form of urban transport.
P2P CYCLING EVENT: LONDON CHAPTER (and all else en route) “We know that a relatively dense, compact urban form is far more energy efficient than suburbs that sprawl. We also know that cities where you can walk or cycle, rather than drive, where there are generous public spaces and amenities close at hand, are more congenial places in which to cycle. Cycling is one of my great passions – particularly with a group of friends. I wish Peter and the group the best of luck and will be following their progress with a touch of envy – who knows, I hope to join the peloton along the way.” -Lord Foster 10
All the riders are involved with architecture, property and planning and are calling on the support of fellow professionals en route to help collect and verify data from the different cities they ride through. Riders in the USA, Ireland, Wales and England will have the opportunity to join the core group.
clization of Portland, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, New York, Dublin, Oxford and London. Training rides to Freiburg, Copenhagen and Rotterdam will provide base line experience against which the team can review the cities encountered en route.
The riders will be making comparative analyses of the 12 major cities they ride through including how they are providing facilities and infrastructure for cycling. We will then be riding through the cities to experience cycling facilities directly and talking to local architects, cyclists and policy makers. On our return we will compare our findings with other expert groups, before publishing the research in print and digital formats.
Our research will provide comparative data and successful solutions which we hope will assist politicians and planners in instituting improved cycling conditions in cities around the world. We will also be raising money for three charities: Article 25, The Architects Benevolent Society and Architecture for Humanity. Research will be presented at the World Cycling Summit in London in August 2013.
A cyclized city is a civilized city; a cyWe elected to start in Portland because clized city is a sustainable city. it is a cycling city and voted America’s most liveable city. We will look at the cy- - Peter Murray chapters : quarterly
ABSOLUT X PARTIES... A series of full- sensory events incorporating music, art and mixology in exceptional live and digital experiences are taking place in collaboration with Architecture for Humanity. In May, Miami’s Soho Studios hosted a version of a masquerade ball with contemporary artist Agustina Woodgate and British indie rock band Bloc Party. Guests will make custom masks, revealing their dream identities. Woodgate’s initiated and participant finished art from the event will be donated to Architecture for Humanity to be installed in a selected public space in Miami. Three more parties to come!
“We react to everything around us and, sometimes, we can’t control our reactions. It is this immediate ability to react when confronted that allows us to take a stand and, in accordance with our values, form an according opinion.” - Reaction
Lx & REACTION - LISBON CHAPTER The Lisbon chapter of Architecture for Humanity and Reaction Lx have established a partnership to bring design students from around the world to Lisbon for a 15 day workshop aimed at reviving certain areas of the Graça district that the community has identified. The workshop will serve as a catalyst for change with issues being identified and the students proposing real solutions architecture for humanity
that can be designed and carried out during the workshop. Students will create new programs, structures, urban furniture, urban art, or other interventions to activate and re-enliven these dead zones. The workshop intends to promote contact with the Lisbon community and welcoming students to use design to take a pro-active stance.
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Imagine the City: Pyrgos 2013 The recent economic crisis and the general degradation of life in cities increasingly augments the wave back to the countryside bringing structural change in the relationship between city and countryside. New balance is created and new demands arise concerning habitation and life in the Greek region. The relation of the urban - rural landscape is negotiated and combination arises as a major issue. These thoughts will be explored through the workshops and will be directly related to the social, economic and environmental impacts in the urban space of the city of Pyrgos, and the wider environment of Ilia.
on the form, image and culture of the greek cities. Students, architects, urban planners and citizens of the area, are exhibiting their ideas and projects (architectural, artistic, planning) on the whole county of Ilia and challenging the locals to imagine their cities and area.
The presentation of the work will be The exhibition, as well as the parallel complemented by social actions, such as events, is organized by Architecture for lectures and forum discussions. Humanity Athens, based on a platform designed by Imagine the City, a collabor- On a parallel level to the main exhibiative interdisciplinary scheme of people tion, various other events are happening and institutions which develops projects May 16th through 25th in Pyrgos in the Amaliada area. 2013 Architecture for Humanity Toronto Lecture Series On the final night of the series the Toronto Chapter was joined by Sergio Palleroni who came all the way from Portland, Oregon to discussed his work in developing countries as well as his contributions to BaSiC Initiative: a program that supports community partnerships, from housing solutions for Native Americans, to housing and community services for migrant farm workers, to schools and health clinics in central Mexico. Check out Sergio on TEDxTalks and on Design: e² 12
How do communities impact architecture, and how does architecture impact communities? We know how to create more sustainable buildings, but how can we create more sustainable communities? As our lives become increasingly interconnected how do the spaces, in which we interact, adapt to an everchanging social landscape? We’ll explore these issues and more in three dynamic evenings with local and international architects who have pioneered socially engaged design practices. chapters : quarterly
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Los Angeles Convention Center, June 21-23 Cofounder Kate Stohr will be presenting at two sessions What Do You See: the Future of Community Building, recasting poverty and destruction as community-minded engines for growth, education, and hope; and Can Disaster Spur Innovation, a one-to-one conversation on rebuilding in the wake of unexpected, often unplanned for, natural disasters. Visit our booth on the showroom floor, meet members of our staff and connect on the latest developments from our modest international humanitarian design house. If you’re not familiar with Dwell on Design, check out their schedule, and catch highlights of Cameron Sinclair’s keynote from last year’s conference. The keynote speaker this year is Michael Graves.
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Volunteer to be a Consultant Architect • Provide consultations to conference attendees. • Receive a free 3-day pass to the conference. • Have your name and firm posted on the conference website.
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Volunteer at the Architecture for Humanity booth • Spend time at the booth, represent Architecture for Humanity’s mission and answer questions • Receive a free day pass
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Volunteer to be a docent for Dwell Home Tours • Receive one-year subscription to Dwell magazine • Receive a free T-shirt • Los Angeles home tours are June 15, 22, and 23 • New York home tours are September 26-27
There are three opportunities to get involved in this year’s Dwell on Design Conference. If interested in volunteering, contact: garrettjacobs@architectureforhumanity.org
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If you’re farther east you won’t want to miss this year’s AIA convention, themed on “Building Leaders.” Cameron Sinclair is delivering the keynote address, and our team is also participating in a couple panel discussions. On 6/20 at 7AM, Paving a Path Toward Local Disaster Response and Resiliency discusses the recently completed Disaster Grants program with David L. Bradley, AIA, LEED AP, President-Elect, AIA Illinois; Hurricane Sandy Regional Program Manager and founder of Architects without Borders Seattle Rachel Minnery, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB; and our Board President and former New York Chapter President Matt Charney, LEED AP.
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On the 20th at 6PM Architecture for Humanity and Public Architecture: Leaders in the Social Impact Design Movement compares two endeavors, with Bruce Lindsey, AIA, of Washington University at St. Louis; John Peterson, AIA, Founder and President of Public Architecture; and Eric Cesal, Director of Architecture for Humanity’s Resiliency and Reconstruction Studio.
This year we’re looking for chapter members to volunteer at Architecture for Humanity’s You won’t want to miss this year’s chapter booth to represent AFH to the AIA. Please member’s only party in the clock tower in reach out to Garrett if you are attending and downtown Denver! With only 100 tickets left would like to hang out. and a special guest artist, RSVP to Garrett Jacobs (garrettjacobs@architectureforhumanity.org) ASAP!
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PROGRAMS AIA PARTNERSHIP AND DISASTER GRANT PROGRAM
Chapter Grants Result in Resilient Cities BY Yuko Okamura
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he American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architecture for Humanity announced a partnership to coordinate their components and chapters throughout the Unites States to prepare and be resilient against natural disasters. In September, the AIA/ Architecture for Humanity Disaster Response Plan Grant was awarded to the five Architecture for Humanity chapters inSeattle, Chicago, New York, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.. Six months later, the grant winners have exercised their leadership in disaster resiliency through local projects and workshops. The grant winners have spearheaded efforts to initiate partnerships with local groups and government agencies, recruit teams of architects interested in resilience and build the chapter’s capacity and knowledge in disaster response.
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These chapters are committed to continuing their work beyond the grant award. They will continue working in tandem with a vast network of government offices, non-profits, and professional organizations. The foundation for local resilience has been laid in these 5 cities and the AIA and Architecture for Humanity look toward spreading the program to meet all our components and chapters.
Disaster Assistance Coordination Network AFH Baltimore Chapter / AIA Baltimore Architecture for Humanity Baltimore chapter in partnership with AIA Baltimore created Maryland’s first Disaster Assistance Program with help from the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) . This group will liaise between the state emergency manage-
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architecture for Humanity announced a strategic partnership to coordinate advocacy, education, and training that helps architects make effective contributions to communities preparing for, responding to, and rebuilding after disaster. The partnership is focused on providing resources so more architects can utilize their skills in disaster response environments and better serve as leaders in their community.
ment agencies, AIA, and other emergency management professionals in the region to develop plans and programs to address disaster preparedness and recovery. The Baltimore team recruited a team of volunteer architects to plan and participate in MEMA workshops, a Safety Assessment Program training, and regular monthly meetings to continue developing the Disaster Assistance Toolkit and to continue the conversation about resilience in their city and state. Disaster Response Project AFH Washington D.C. Chapter
the Chapter is publishing the “Architects’ Guide to Disaster Response” handbook. The handbook will focus on evaluating and documenting PoDs, establishing a “Disaster Action Team” which will train professionals in disaster response, and studying previous disasters to see how professionals can be utilized to mitigate future damage.
The Washington D.C. Chapter is working with the D.C. Department of Health to review designs for their Points of Dispensary (PoDs), which are centers used to dispense medicine in the case of an emergency. The PoDs use existing community facilities, typically recreation centers, to house their operations during the emergency period. The Chapter led design charrettes with health department and emergency management officials to understand the needs and logistics of the Safety Assessments Trainings PoDs. AFH New York Chapter / AIA
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The redesign of four PoDs resulted in an improved floor layout and work flow that would increase the efficiency and capacity of the dispensary, increasing efficiency 8-fold. As a result, the Department of Health asked that the Chapter complete redesigns of the remaining 12 PoDs. The Chapter was also involved in developing signage for the Presidential Inauguration.
This chapter was put in a unique situation when Hurricane Sandy hit during their disaster grant period. While this event delayed some of the training events scheduled for the grant, it allowed them to apply their skills to assist us in various ways. The New York Chapter was instrumental to Architecture for Humanity’s Hurricane Sandy response, by leading assessments of neighborhoods and schools, In order to document their experiences, and acting as the eyes and ears on the architecture for humanity
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Reconstruction and Resiliency Studio, Eric Cesal, visiting from San Francisco. Washington State Disaster Preparedness and Response (DPR) AFH Seattle Chapter / AIA Washington To build a strong network of trained architects, AIA Washington and AFH Seattle partnered with the Structural Engineers Association of Washington (SEAW) ground for headquarters immediately fol- to lead Safety Assessment Preparedness lowing the event. Their rapid response, trainings throughout the state. They have existing disaster network and knowledge held a number of Safety Assessment Proof disaster response during the event was gram Trainings - led by Rachel Minnery, our new New York Regional Program invaluable to headquarters response. Manager. Rachel has trained over 100 In partnership with the American Institute architects! The chapter in collaboration of Architects (AIA) and the NYC Office with SEAW, will be hosting a combined of Emergency Management (OEM), the education event in Vancouver, WA in New York Chapter is further developing May. Check out the most recent updates their disaster response network and offer- on the WorldChanging page. ing periodic Safety Assessment Program (SAP) trainings. The goals of the program Due to the momentum provided by the are to: train local architects and build- Disaster Plan Grant to provide training ing professionals to assess structures post sessions in Western Washington state, disaster, register trained professionals to AIA Northwest & Pacific Region has SAP network, raise awareness of post-di- asked the Disaster Response Committee, saster issues, and to create a local com- in conjunction with the SEAW, to provide munity of disaster responders. Read how the New York Chapter is working to build a more resilient future in the New York area. As a means to build chapter response capacity for future disasters, an HQ-led disaster training was held for the New York Chapter on March 16th and 17th. This two-day training event was held by Architecture for Humanity’s Director of the 18
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a full day disaster response training session strengths. Multiple meetings and workshops at the AIA Northwest & Pacific Region Con- have now taken place, including a State Levference in Vancouver, BC! el Exercise (SLE), which has given enough information to finalize the program for the disaster response workshops. Through the Illinois Architects’ Emergency Management/ support of the Illinois Emergency ManageDisaster Response Workshops ment Agency (IEMA), the workshops have AFH Chicago Chapter / AIA Chicago / AIA included not only AIA Illinois and AFH ChiIllinois cago members, but also municipal officials, IEMA staff, members of the State Incident By connecting with key leaders and groups Response Center (SIRC), and representain the communities, the Chicago chapter tives from the Illinois Capital Development has been able to share resources, discuss Board. For more updates, check out the common goals and strategies, and look for WorldChanging page. areas of institutional overlap or areas where each organization can leverage its particular
Yuko Okamura received her BA in Architecture from the University of Washington, and her M.Arch from the University of British Columbia. While always having a strong passion for humanitarian and environmental design, her experience volunteering in the tsunami-struck region of Japan fueled her particular interest in architecture’s potential to build back better and create more resilient communities following a disaster. Yuko joined Architecture for Humanity as a Reconstruction and Resiliency Studio intern in October 2012, and transitioned to a Design Fellow in January 2013. architecture for humanity
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Resiliency in the Face of Disaster BY Jennifer Dunn AIA, LEED AP Managing Director, Architecture for Humanity NY
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n the wake of Superstorm Sandy, Architecture for Humanity New York’s members and volunteers were ready to help our communities in anyway possible. As eager to contribute as we all were, the reality of the situation was that most of the New York Chapter lacked experience in responding to natural disasters. This opened up a great opportunity to leverage the expertise and support of our partners at Architecture for Humanity headquarters (HQ) with our local design community. Working with HQ, we were able to focus on a few strategic initiatives to contribute to the design of a more resilient New York.
business owners through workshops, providing them with knowledge to better sustain their homes or business spaces in changing climatic conditions. Through the CRCP, we will also connect them with industry professionals that will assist them in the rebuilding process, ultimately to build back stronger and to revive communities.
Mitigating the devastation of disasters through preventative design is vital to resilience; In addition, the aftermath of disasters must also be addressed. Once the major rush to gather information was over, the New York Chapter and disaster team took some time to look at what can The first imperative for the New York be done better after the next storm. The Chapter was to survey and document resulting initiative was a Disaster Trainthe existing conditions. The chapter or- ing for Chapter members. The goal of this ganized and trained several teams in the training was to get familiar with HQ’s months following the storm to go out in disaster response and to understand key the field and conduct assessments. These factors, and when, why and how to cresurveys provided valuable information ate the best impact. An important lesson about the damage to structures, and the was to understand the best use of the affected people and their stories. This in- skills of architects and designers in the rebuilding phase of We chapters depend on the passion, commitment, and skills a disaster. The initial training was a twoof our members to drive meaningful design forward. With day event and 20 the continued support and guidance of HQ, the New York Chapter members chapter can build up its disaster assessment, training, and participated. Lead resources... by Eric Cesal, Archiformation is now being put to great use tecture for Humanity’s Reconstruction & by HQ’s Disaster team as it establishes Resiliency Studio Director, the Chapter partnerships and begins various projects. was inspired to take the steps to put the On the Chapter level, we are using this information into a guide that we can use information to design our Constructing for continued training, and that can preResilient Communities Program (CRCP). pare us to respond effectively in the afterThis program will educate home and math of future disasters. 20
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The experience of Superstorm Sandy is one that continues to challenge Architecture for Humanity New York to practice humanitarian design with a different sense of urgency than we typically face in our Chapter projects. As most, if not all, Chapters can relate, balancing the efforts and resources of a volunteer organization can be daunting. We Chapters depend on the passion, commitment, and skills of our members to drive meaningful design forward. With the continued support and guidance of HQ, the New York Chapter
can build up its Disaster assessment, training, and resources such as the Constructing Resilient Communities Program. With these tools and prepared teams, the Chapter will be able to mobilize itself quickly and effectively after the next storm or disaster. As we continue our efforts to design a more resilient New York, we look forward to sharing our experiences with other Chapters, in hopes that our experience might help more communities in the event of a storm or other disaster.
Jennifer has been volunteering with the organization since 2008 in a variety of capacities. Prior to her current appointment, Jennifer volunteered for two years as a project coordinator of the community outreach and design competition “FlyNY.� She later served as the chapter’s Director of Records. In her spare time, Jennifer is a licensed architect currently practicing in New York. She graduated from Montana State University with her Masters of Architecture in 2007 and received her license in 2011.
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BY Audrey Galo & Katie Wholey Globally, cities are largely unprepared for disaster, and today your voice can change your cities future. All 52 global chapters of Architecture for Humanity can be the next resilient city! Work to shout RESILIENCE! to your city officials and community leaders and encourage them to make your community more resilient. Be part of the challenge and make all 52 chapter cities part of the 100 Resilient Cities program. What is the 100 Resilient Cities program? The Rockefeller Foundation recently announced its $100 million initiative to build global urban resilience. Beginning in August 2013, the application process will open for city officials and major institutions to nominate their city to be one of 100 cities that will receive $1 million to build urban resilience. Read more and join the email list to stay
informed at: www.100resilientcities.org Want to be one out of one hundred? Tweet: @RockefellerFdn #ResilientCities Facebook? http://on.fb.me/ZpdRR3 Don’t forget e-mail! Write to everyone in your community about the importance of resiliency! Invite other organizations to shout RESILIENCE! Look for updates on the Chapter Network for logos/banners and other shout RESILIENCE! surprises. What about Architecture for Humanity’s Resiliency Program? Established in 2012, the Resiliency Program focuses on designing and advocating for disaster resiliency in cities around the world. The Resiliency Program supports local recovery efforts in the built environment and sets in place partnerships with public, private and
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non-profit organizations in advance of a disaster. The Program facilitates relationships with professional groups, disaster and emergency management groups and community organizations throughout the country. By activating our 52 chapters throughout the world and our extensive network of design professionals, Architecture for Humanity provides the needed resources and technical knowledge to contribute to the creation of resilient cities. In partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), we provide advocacy, education and training programs to help architects find their role in disaster preparedness, response and recovery. The Resiliency Program supports our chapters’ initiatives to: • Train community groups and local officials in disaster response • Launch a major disaster response in the event of a disaster • Establish a post-disaster rebuilding center to coordinate reconstruction efforts and resources • Coordinate a network of key players following a disaster event This is all just beginning. With the incredible success of the grant program thus far we are working on methods to enable the other chapters who wish to participate. Together we can all prepare for the inevitable to ensure the long terms safety for the all communities, even those who feel left behind.
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AUDREY GALO
Program Coordinator 415.470.5893 audreygalo@architectureforhumanity.org
Audrey is a Program Coordinator for the Reconstruction and Resiliency Studio working on the Hurricane Sandy Reconstruction Program and the Resiliency Program. The Resiliency Program’s aim is to build the capacity of the chapter network in order to respond locally to disaster events and incite resiliency projects in their communities. There are several ways Audrey can help your chapter. She can provide support in developing local disaster resiliency programs, committees and projects. She share knowledge about disaster response, reconstruction and resiliency and help connect chapter with local disaster organizations and resources. Audrey can also discuss potential resiliency program ideas and help develop a chapter disaster response plan.
KARL JOHNSON Karl is the communications guru here at HQ, contact him to learn the most effective ways to communicate via social media, press releases and helping promote your chapters and projects via the AFH network. Help Karl help you by getting the projects online, he even created a manual for how to use the OAN to sooth the headache of the uploading process (a link and summery can be found on page 24). Karl can help advise on how to promote your projects locally. Most importantly Karl is a story teller. At the heart of all our projects lies the wonderful narrative of a community andits shelter. Communications Associate 415.470.5928 karljohnson@architectureforhumanity.org
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At the heart of Architecture for Humanity is a core group of people who have generously donated their time and efforts to support the organizations growth and operations. With advocates around the world, Architecture for Humanity is truly becoming a global organization that encourages designers to make a difference.
DANA HYMEL Dana is our Individual Gifts and Campaign Manager. Not only is she a resource for ideas related to donor management and fundraising, but she is also a thoughtful master of how to express the narrative of a project to those who can support it. With compassion and empathy for the work designers can do, Dana has even taken it upon herself to help build schools in Nicaragua. A true humanitarian without the convoluted architecture background, Dana really knows fundraising. Feel free to chat about funding with her. Campaign Manager 415.470.5896 danahymel@architectureforhumanity.org
GARRETT JACOBS
Outreach Coordinator 415.470.5915 garrettjacobs@architectureforhumanity.org
Garrett is our Outreach Coordinator (this new position rolls together the Chapter Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator positions) responsible for the chapter network management - ask him about everything and anything not covered by these other three people. Call him up to chat about problems, personal or professional, he’s a good listener. He loves to hear updates about chapter activity and then put them in this publication to help spread the word. The more he knows about whats going on in the network, the easier it will be for him to make beneficial connections. So reach out, then hold him to the actions! Really he just sits around waiting for your calls, so please keep him busy...
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CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL OAN-TATION!!!
HOW TO USE THE OAN It all starts with a PROJECT - and the OAN is a great way of representing it, in completion and process, as part of an Open Source architectural lexicon. A project page should ideally be a one-stop for partners, project team members, curious fellow humanitarians and excited media representatives to absorb the lessons, solutions and craft that have formed a real-life and well-used built solution to challenges facing our society. Part of that is of course making our work accessible for other people learning to engage communities, so I’m all for efficient and complete info on projects. Share/Tell - Publicizing our work is critical to that work’s success. These projects contribute to a lexicon of successful design solutions, and beyond serving their communities, they can light the way for aspiring peers to execute something of their own. Measure - A serious discussion continues to demonstrate and justify the impact of architects and design in the humanitarian realm. Metrics have been recognized as a way to do that - meaning keeping track of the number and kinds of people impacted by your project, measured against a “before” baseline. This data makes a beautiful project an equally compelling argument to continue our work. Follow - Partners and fans alike will be anxious to get the latest news on the project, or how the project team is working on it - even during periods of relative inactivity. Posting regular updates keeps followers engaged and reminded of an unimaginable amount of effort it usually takes to carry something through.
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Credit - The nature of our work includes a lot of project and community partners, consultants and contractors, and other designers - many of who are dedicating their time pro bono to see something great happen. They should be recognized for their work. -Karl Johnson
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INDIEGOGO NOTES & SEMINAR MARKETING 101 WITH INDIEGOGO Every campaign has three critical elements: a good pitch, a proactive outreach and an audience that cares. A good pitch is direct, engaging and transparent. It’s important to be yourself, to clearly communicate, what you are doing, and show what you are raising money for. Be proud of your endeavor and let your enthusiasm show. Begin by sending personal emails to family, friends and fans. Keep your contributors on your campaign by posting regular updates on your campaign page. Updates are a great way to keep contributors involved in your campaign process. Promote your campaign on your personal website or within social media sites like Facebook or Twitter. -Indiegogo Crowd-funding: pooling of funds from people who are passionate about a project or idea
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Pre-campaign prep Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Blog, etc.) Media outreach (press release, partnerships) Offline promotions (ads, events) Campaign updates (to audience) New perks
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Soft launch: get the campaign online Family / friends (reach out to your inner circle) Update your email signature / email outreach Engage broader media (once momentum gained) When to send a press release? Campaign updates Comments tab
> SOCIAL MEDIA • Encourage social sharing • Utilize Facebook! Leverage personal pages, but don’t harass • *ALWAYS include a link! architecture for humanity
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Chicago Managing Director of Hiring BY Katherine Darnstadt
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he chapter’s first meeting with the [Driehaus] foundation that would ultimately provide the grant came in summer 2010 with a simple hello.
potential collaborations. The chapter has continued our contact with the foundation over the years, sending periodic updates, links to publications and project related press, as well as event invitations The foundation is a critical advocate for and partnership opportunities. architecture in the city and the board of directors at the time scheduled a meeting Finally, in summer 2012 the board of diwith the foundation to provide a formal rectors made a specific request for funds introduction to the chapter, our mission to support general operations and adminand projects. At the time, interest in the istration to help the chapter scale its inichapter was growing following the suc- tiatives and overall capacity. The chapcessful completion of a handful of local ter had reached critical capacity with projects. The board knew that we were not in a position to The chapter’s successful grant was possible not only to the effectively utilize success of our projects and the team that created the grant, funds at that time but to an ongoing relationship that saw the foundation not as a source of funds, but a source of knowledge. and a request for donations was not the intent of that first meeting. This ap- the generous volunteers and a dedicated proach surprised the foundation’s Execu- individual was needed to elevate the tive Director, piqued their interest and chapter and create a local project infraresulted in an enlightening conversation structure to meet the growing demand for about public interest design with a prom- design related partnerships. The chapter’s inent supporter of the Chicago commu- successful grant was possible not only to nity. Considerable knowledge and con- the success of our projects and the team tacts were shared at that first meeting that created the grant, but to an ongowhich have since exceeded any amount ing relationship that saw the foundation of funds we could have requested. not as a source of funds, but a source of knowledge. The initial introduction to the chapter transformed the foundation into a The two parts of the hiring process that champion for our work. Architecture for were most involved for the board of diHumanity Chicago has been invited to rectors were writing the job description participate in various panels and com- and determining the interview process. mittees that helped expand our network Each of these involved several hours of and increase our exposure to organiza- meetings and countless board discustions working in parallel disciplines and sions. 30
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Since our chapter currently operates entirely through the work of volunteers, the creation of the job description for a paid position took considerable effort. Ultimately, the position was written to take advantage of characteristics that make a paid position different
used have a high degree of validity and consistency. Validity in this case meaning that the test both appears reasonable for the position and can be shown to be predictive of success on the job. We decided on a structured interview, in which we asked the same basic questions to each candidate, as well as a presentation of a work By design, the managing director is a position built to sample provided by the candievolve as we grow as a chapter and mainstay in the date. The presentation is strucChicago public interest design community. tured to provide an opportunity for the candidate to showcase from a volunteer one. The main advantage of their ability to make similar presentations to a paid position is stability. Volunteer work- potential partners and sponsors. ing groups are constantly adjusting to the availability and skills of the volunteers. With It is the intention of the board of directors a paid position, even if the actual person fill- to structure the managing director position ing it changes, the role remains stable. For to take on an individual who can provide a our chapter, we envisioned tasks such as de- consistent face for our organization, to the veloping and maintaining consistent design community, our volunteers and partner orstandards for our projects as well as creating ganizations. Their work will be done at the relationships and pursuing additional fund- behest of the board and the continuation of ing and grant opportunities. Futhermore, their employment will, at least in part, be we wanted the staff person to represent the contingent on their ability to locate addiorganization to partners, volunteers, and tional funding for the chapter. In selecting sponsors--something they would need to be the final candidate we are looking for an inuniquely qualified to do, as an employee of dividual who will not only provide a posithe chapter. tive face for the organization but also grow with our chapter and be involved for years In hiring, candidates will be evaluated using to come. By design, the managing director a variety of tests. The most familiar of these is a position built to evolve as we grow as a tests is the interview. In order to select the chapter and mainstay in the Chicago public best candidate it is important that the tests interest design community. Katherine Darnstadt is the founder and principal architect of LATENT DESIGN, architecture and design collaborative developing innovative solutions with, by, and for clients through a participatory working method. LATENT DESIGN brings innovative and comprehensive design services to those in resource and budget limited environments including small businesses, start-ups, nonprofits and community organizations. LATENT DESIGN actively pursues a diverse range and scale of work, from mixed-use developments, affordable housing, interior architecture and temporary acupuncture style interventions. architecture for humanity
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ANNUAL SCHEDULE OF TOPICS THEMES FOR MAIN ISSUES
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perhaps in the future we can go one step further in assuring these themes are properly addressed by setting up task groups, to work collectively with HQ on developing a strategy for the theme to be applied across the network. These task groups will be composed of qualified and committed chapter leadership. Again please do reach out if you would like to change any of the issues or the idea of working together on these. Once we identify the most important themes, and apply them to an appropriate spot in the yearly cycle, we will report on the progress, in this quarterly publication. So, aside from cool events, milestones achieved, and feature articles by and for chapter members, the quarterly will also include a report on the three themes that were covered within that quarter.
Once we test out the themes, if it does not HQ will also work with chapter leadership work, of course we’ll reevaluate. If we choose to develop beneficial webinars on these topto continue with the monthly themes, then ics, pulling from the expertise here and from around the world.
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Tohoku Planning Forum: Sustainable Communities through Social Resilience BY Christian Dimmer - Tokyo Chapter
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n the months that followed the cataclysmic triple disaster of earthquake, crippling tsunami and resulting Fukushima nuclear accident on March 11th, 2011, the full scope of the massive and widely varying devastations along the coast of NorthEast Japan slowly became apparent. While the tsunami claimed nearly 19,000 lives, it had also wiped out entire communities and devastated farmland, ports and much of the regional economy. Although Japan’s government has allocated vast financial resources to facilitate a speedy recovery, this effort is frustrated by the enormous spatial extent of the affected areas, by distinctly different socio-economic and topographic conditions at each locality, a shortage of personnel and materials, as well as the wide spectrum and magnitude of the tsunami devastations. For these reasons there can be no one-fits all recipe for reconstruction. While the rubble of lost livelihoods was
In collaboration with 17 International chambers of Commerce Tohoku Planning Forum organised the event ‘Giving Back to Japan 2: Community Leaders Report’. Mayors from five cities in the disaster-hit areas met on 16 May in Tokyo to discuss community rebuilding in the tsunami and earthquake-hit Tohoku region in Japan.
the hearts of the disaster survivors and their injured communities, participation and a sense of authorship in recovery plans is important for lasting success of reconstruction. After all, it is the social capital within communities, the ties between neighbours, famiTo fill more than physical voids, namely those in the hearts of lies and friends that had the disaster survivors and their injured communities, participa- saved lives and that will tion and a sense of authorship in recovery plans is important if be crucial for the rereconstruction is to be of lasting success. building and sustained function of mostly rural being cleared and neatly sorted in piles, be- communities that will lose around half of hind stayed a vast emptiness that anxiously their population over the coming decades awaited fresh visions for a less than certain due to demographic change. future. To fill this desolation, it is questionable if built structures, dams, roads, facto- More than two years later, the recovery effort ries, and public facilities are enough. To fill is marked by a growing number of promising more than physical voids, namely those in reconstruction projects in various places and architecture for humanity
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In collaboration with the Free University of Bruxelles, Meiji University, Tohoku University and local groups, Tohoku Planning Forum co-organised the ‘Resilient Ishinomaki Workshop’ in Ishinomaki in July 2012.
on varying scales on the one hand. On the other hand frustration is mounting as survivors complain about slow visible progress and often top-town planning processes which ignore public opinion. A single place, where all those initiatives
sional and academic bodies, designers, or citizen groups, the wider public is left out. Long-term comprehensive visions aren’t as widely discussed as Japan’s critical demographic and socio-economic situation would require. In order to respond to these complex problems and in order to make the best contribution as a group of Tokyo-based, mostly foreign nationals with planning backgrounds, we developed the idea of four, phased forum modules that —in their accumulation— would contribute to a broader, more inclusive vision-making process for the long-term transformation of Japan’s disaster-struck regions. The lessons learned here would be also of value for other regions beyond Tohoku, marked by similar structural, demographic and socio-economic problems. The TPF2 initiative therefore sought to connect Japanese and international practitioners and an interested public in Tokyo with activists, citizen groups
...we developed the idea of four, phased forum modules that -in their accumulation- would contribute to a broader, more inclusive vision-making process for the long-term transformation of Japan’s disaster-struck regions. are discussed, archived, mapped, curated and made available does still not exist. This makes it very hard for organisations and individuals, willing to help, to fathom where and how to engage in reconstruction activities. As few aid organisations or local citizen groups have experience with reconstruction of such total and vast scale, the lack of shared practical knowledge and information requires most projects to start from scratch. Although communication is taking place within the various sub-publics of architects, urban planners, art activists, profes36
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and professionals, active in the disaster-hit kyo Planning Forum becoming a node for communities and to facilitate an exchange creative reconstruction discourses and a faof ideas, best practice experience and prac- cilitator for exchanging ideas and contacts tical support. The different modules would be launched in four phases Locally active citizen groups and experts would use the pathat would gradually ex- vilion as temporary community and workshop space. pand the reach of the project and raise critical awareness for building between individuals and organisations, ina better future rather than replicating past terested in contributing to the post-disaster urban planning mistakes. recovery. The monthly meetings that were live-streamed through our website www. The project would facilitate a more inter- tpf2.net and also invited outside comments disciplinary, comprehensive and long term- via our Facebook page and Twitter varied in directed vision making process that would format —from intensive workshops in Tobe inclusive and promote the dissemination kyo, or in Ishinomaki, to larger forums with of innovative ideas and strategies. To utilise hundreds of participants. The Tohoku initiainternational experience and encourage mu- tives discussed here were fed into the intertual learning processes, the project tried to active, crowd-sourced knowledge-database connect Tohoku communities with other re- of module 2. The forums consisted of four gions in the world facing similar problems. elements: the audience, the presenters, the The different modules were conceived as u-steam uplink and the Twitter screen with stand-alone projects with different sub-ob- inputs from a virtual public. After the launch jectives and would deliver each their own of the project modules 3 and 4, meetings of clearly defined outcomes: the Traveling Forum, the International Forum and the Tokyo Forum could have taken place simultaneously in order to connect the dif1. The Tokyo Forum was organised by Ar- ferent groups directly and heighten the imchitecture for Humanity Tokyo and the To- mediacy and awareness for the needs of the communities in Tohoku. 2. The Virtual Forum would consist of a detailed, continuously updated overview cataloging which people and organisations were doing what, where and how for promoting community rebuilding. A crowd-sourced map that would collect and locate relevant initiatives potentially contributing to the long-term revitalisation of Tohoku would present projects in a prescribed template, giving contact details, objectives, areas of activity as well as prominent projects. Focus architecture for humanity
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of this database is collecting ideas that aim at the mid- to long-term restructuring of North-East Japan’s rapidly ageing, peripheral regions with their atrophying local economic base. Categories of featured projects are: architecture, urban design, energy, environment, economic revitalisation, community design, intergenerational exchange, etc. Also requests regarding needed skills, materials, knowledge, experience and labour were to be placed here. Due to a lack of funding and man/woman power so far only a simplified crowd-sourced database was set up with no map functionality. 3. The Traveling Forum would physically connect the various reconstruction activities in the communities of the disasterhit areas, record and archive previously unknown initiatives, facilitate the discussion of reconstruction plans between professionals and —more importantly— local citizens, provide a temporary free space and constitute a mobile counter point to the Tokyo Forum. A mobile pavilion would serve as a temporary forum, travelling through Japan’s disaster-hit ar38
eas in order to establish lateral connections between affected communities. The route of the forum would depend on the intensity of connections that have been established through the activities of modules 1 and 2 to organisations and individuals working on the ground. Locally active citizen groups and experts would use the pavilion as temporary community and workshop space. It could also serve as a lounge for local citizens and offer informal urban and architectural design consultancy —if desired by the community. 4. The International Forum seeks to connect communities in Tohoku with partner regions across the globe that are equally marked by ageing societies, atrophying local economies, or similar disaster devastations. The module would facilitate an international exchange of ideas between communities and organisations on an equal footing as well as intercultural learning. Partnering between other recently disaster-hit regions in the world would be encouraged in order to disseminate best reconstruction and community chapters : quarterly
revitalisation practice. This would be also a However, more than two years since the valid opportunity to utilise Architecture for catastrophic March 11th event, reconstrucHumanity’s worldwide chapter network. tion seems fading from public awareness and numbers of active volunteers and organisaThe strength and uniqueness of The Tohoku tions on the ground are dwindling. Instead Planning Forum is that it offers an expand- of becoming an opportunity for Japan as a able platform, consisting of four indepen- whole to broadly explore visions for solving dent, yet interrelated modules. Various actors Japan’s problems, resulting from negative and initiatives may ‘dock’ into this open ar- demographic developments and atrophying chitecture to maximise the impact and con- rural regions beyond reconstructing Tohoku, tinuity of the project. Furthermore, instead of only a small number of bureaucrats and delivering the project single-handedly, TPF2 planning experts determine the future of the has sought to collaborate with existing initia- county. tives, who could then organise the different In order to involve the broader public and inmodules. This would have allowed for utilisvite all citizens into the making of a resilient ing expertise and experience. After organisfuture Japan, projects like the Tohoku Planing 12 successful and well attended forum ning Forum can play a crucial role. Strengthevents and building up a basic database, the ening civil society and creating social capilack of manpower and funding did not al- tal —not merely rebuilding roads, dams, and low for curating and launching the most im- buildings as ends in themselves— is the key portant project module of all the Travelling to safeguarding adaptable, resilient, sturdy Forum. and self-reliant communities that are able to face the challenges of an uncertain future.
Dr. Christian Dimmer graduated from the interdisciplinary ‘Spatial and Environmental Planning’ program at the Technical University of Kaierslautern/ Germany. Besides his academic research he has cooperated with architectural firms such as Arata Isozaki and Associates and property developers like Mitsubishi Estate Inc. as an urban design consultant on large-scale urban revitalisation schemes in central Tokyo as well as on various new town projects in China. In 2006, with two colleagues, he established the architectural practice Frontoffice/ Tokyo.
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CHICAGO CHAPTER: ARCHITIZER A+ AWARD WINNER Fresh Moves is a platform for providing access to nutritious food and education in areas where it is not available on a local level. Utilizing partnerships with local stakeholders, schools, churches, community organizations, Fresh Moves is able to provide a supportive knowledge infrastructure of health knowledge beyond simply fruits and vegetables. Fresh Moves is a design solution that is transferable and could easily scale up to encompass a fleet in Chicago, where three buses now serve food deserts. It has since been replicated in other cities and was one of the recipients of a USDA grant to study the impact of mobile market in 40
both urban and rural environments. It uses available resources that exist in any major city, which suggests a public-private partnership of adaptive reuse for direct, local social impact on a scale that has not been fully realized. Since the launch of the first Fresh Moves bus in 2011, over 22,000 unique customers have been served, two more buses have been added to the Chicago fleet, and the organization has won a Chicago Innovation Award and been featured in the Venice Bienniale as part of the US Pavillion �Spontaneous Interventions�. Architizer chapters : quarterly
DC CHAPTER: KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN SPONSOR “A DIGITALLY ENHANCED, COMMUNITYBASED, REVENUE-GENERATING LIBRARY ON THE FRONTIERS OF BROADBAND CONNECTIVITY.”
individuals and communities in emerging markets the tools to solve their own educational, informational, and economic challenges. Librii will pay the up-front costs of construction while operating costs will be The opportunity lies in the fact that only 3% shifted to the users, eliminating the need for of the 1 billion people in Africa have access perpetual government or philanthropic supto broadband internet. Using Kickstarter, the port. They are planning to launch the first LiDC chapter of AFH is proposing Librii, a net- brii in Ghana as it has emerged as a technolwork of low-cost, digitally powered libraries ogy leader in Africa. deployed along the expanding fiber optic infrastructure in the developing world. Librii Librii asked AFH-DC to act as fiscal sponsor creates a complete enabling environment of for their project enabling a partnership that digital and physical resources operated by a will endure beyond the campaign. staff of professional librarians. Librii provides
KATHERINE DARNSTADT: AIA YOUNG ARCHITECT AWARD A shining example of the next generation’s citizen-architect, Katherine has combined multiple facets of her career and is a mentor to aspiring women in architecture and design. Katherine uses her practice, Latent Design, to make social, economic, and environmental impacts beyond the building. She wholeheartedly believes design is about engaging communities and solving designdriven needs while leveraging partners and assets to clients with resource and budget constraints. She has charted a new course that seeks to define “architect” as more than the sum of an individual practitioner’s training and “project” as more than a physical structure that ends at the ground plane. Instead, she engages in a community-based, participatory design process that seeks to have a positive impact on communities with no preconarchitecture for humanity
ceptions about the outcome. A vital aspect of her career is the way she has seamlessly integrated her volunteer work into her professional practice with a model that strikes a balance between for-profit and pro-bono work. - AIA Katherine has accomplished great strides by serving as the Director of AFH - Chicago for the past 4 years, her work has even lead the chapter to hire a part time employee. We wish Katherine the best of luck with her practice, she will be genuinely missed in the Directors role. May 2013
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ATLANTA CHAPTER: DRINK LIKE YOU GIVE A DAMN! The Atlanta Chapter is celebrating their five-year anniversary. They “Drank Like They Give a Damn” to commemorate the occasion. The party was held at The Drafting Table, a local restaurant specializing in regional influences and locally sourced ingredients paired with local beers and spirits.
official announcement for their 5th, yes 5th annual, Birdhouse Social. One of Atlanta’s most popular summer events! Their footing the bill for food and beer sampling but would appreciate donations to support The Birdhouse Social and current projects.
They’ll be kicking off the June #ilove- Congratulations to everyone in the Atlanarchitecture campaign and making their ta chapter for 5 wonderful years of work!
SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER: ARCHITECTURE IN THE CITY FESTIVAL Big news from the Bay Area as the San Francisco Chapter was accepted into the Architecture in the City festival to be hosted this September. The festival, created by AIA San Francisco, is the nation’s largest architectural festival. The monthlong annual fall celebration features behind the scenes and walking tours, films, exhibitions, lectures and more, providing opportunities for participants to engage with the local architectural community and experience design in a myriad of ways throughout the city. The San Francisco Chapter will provide a venue for diverse stakeholders to come
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together in seeing disaster preparation as an opportunity to empower ourselves and our communities through localized initiatives and solutions. Though disasters often bring destruction and suffering, they can also be the harbingers of transformation and renewal. The chapter envisions a resilient and thriving post-disaster Bay Area and will be inviting local artists, poets, inventors, and makers to express what that looks like through their eyes.
DENVER CHAPTER: REACHED KICKSTARTER GOAL FOR PARKING LOT PROJECT! A hearty congratulations goes out to the Denver Chapter who surpassed their kickstarter goal for re-purposing old building parts into a much needed outdoor classroom. The project proposes an outdoor classroom, community event space and place for summer camps for kids in need attached to the Museo de las Americas in Denver. Most of the materials can will be found and re-purposed from a building currently being demolished.
Money from the kickstarter campaign will go towards a permanent gate and an overhead fabric canopy for shading the classroom. The chapter is making the kickstarter rewards by laser cutting mustache necklaces, bracelets and earrings from the same found materials that will be re-purposed to build the classroom.
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RESOURCES
Design Ignites Change Design Ignites Change supports creative professionals, as well as high school and college students, who use design thinking – the combination of unleashed creativity and executable actions – to improve the lives of individuals and communities. They give awards of up to $10,000 for professional fellowships of a specific project. 2013 Deadline is June 7th!
Design Ignites Change was created in 2009 and is a result of a partnership between Adobe Foundation and Worldstudio Foundation. Through their Awards Program, to date they have granted over $72,000 in support of student projects that address social issues in communities around the globe and the Worldstudio AIGA Scholarship Program has awarded $936,375 to 637 college students.
Community Built Association CBA is a non-profit organization that supports professionals who engage the community to transform public spaces. Their members have developed the expertise necessary to lead community volunteers to professional results in a variety of contexts. They place equal value on high quality work and the broad involvement of community volunteers. CBA is committed to promoting the development and education of the community built process as a professional practice. CBA focuses a lot of their energy on playspaces for communities and children, therefore they are a wealth of knowledge on the process of developing these places. Please do use their contacts as a resource for expert artists. The organization was formed in
1989 to provide a network for professionals and to offer information, education and training to the general public. The many years of experience their members have in building successful community built projects is a testimony to the effectiveness of this approach. Collectively, their work spans five continents. For almost 30 years, community built professionals have involved millions of volunteers in thousands of communities in creating successful community built projects! CBA also hosts a wonderful conference every two years where they focus on connecting people and giving trainings in their community build methods which are set up using barn raising techniques.
Neighborland Neighborland empowers people to take action on local issues. It’s a new way for community members to share insights, identify resources, and connect with decision makers to make great ideas happen. The platform provides neighborhood organizations, economic development groups (like us!), and municipalities with a powerfully simple 44
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The Vilcek Foundation The Vilcek Foundation has chosen the field of design as the award category for the 2014 Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in the Arts, and is now accepting applications through August 14, 2013. Three prizes, each including a $35,000 cash award, will be given to foreign-born designers aged 35 or under. “Design, whether we notice it or not, plays an integral role in all aspects of our lives, from perfume to video games to smart cars,” said
Marica Vilcek, Vice President of the Vilcek Foundation. “We are excited to recognize, with the Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise, the many immigrant individuals behind these convergences of art, enterprise, and creativity.” Complete eligibility requirements and a link to the online application form can be found at www.vilcek.org.
Structures for Inclusion Event Program This program guide provides advice for design grant-makers and grant-seekers such as “ask questions, talk by phone, or meet before applying” and “design that has social impact is also beautiful, and creative, and artistic.” It also provides invaluable resources with lists
of books and articles on public interest design, as well as university programs, fellowships, events, networks and more. The booklet was made public online, click on the icon to flip through.
USAID Graduate Student Fellowships USAID has fellowship programs in a variety of technical areas including global health, democracy promotion, science and technology, and women’s rights. USAID Fellows generally spend one or two years working in Washington, D.C., or in USAID missions around the world. They provide technical assistance and advice on USAID programs, write research papers, develop evaluation strategies and methods, and complete other
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