Four recipients for the 2009 Award for Excellence have been selected by the Washington, D.C.-based American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System. The award recognizes educational providers that show an exceptional commitment to developing and maintaining high-quality education for architects. The winners in four different categories are as follows: Architectural Firm Provider: Marshall Craft Associates Inc., Baltimore Commercial Organization Provider: Whirlpool Corp., Benton Harbor, Mich. Educational Organization Provider: Kaplan, New York City Internet Platform Provider: AEC Daily, Buffalo, N.Y.,
Continuing education awards (March 2009)
This Month’s Features
Daylighting design strategies enhance retail
and dining experiences
and dining experiences
In restaurants and retail environments, the health and wellness benefits of natural light help create a less stressful, more productive setting where people can...
Stairs, walkways, and guardrails connect project function with identity
Rather than simply meeting code, systems need to consider how children interact with buildings, which differs from how adults would.
Enhancing durability, efficiency, and moisture management with rainscreens
The purpose of a rainscreen is to manage any moisture that enters the system by creating a gap between the cladding and the WRB.
A retreat for America’s veterans:
the Eagles Landing barndominium
the Eagles Landing barndominium
The reduced weight of the framing system can lower overall foundation loads while still delivering the strength required to support floors, roofs, and environmental...
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