Directory - Triangle Modernist Houses

american instituteof architectsTh/:s dlrectory serves as hlstor/Ca/ documentatlbn for A/A North Caro/ina, Missiont messages and /eadershlb from years pastcan a// be found m prev/bus pubh'cations of the AlA North Caro/na Architecture D/\ecto1/" tlnforeseen dlfflcu/tles haveunfortunate/y de/ayed a new directory snce ear/y 2OOg. Because of this /ong break n pub/bhng thb yearS d/iectory w// coverthe years 2oo9-2o . You wi// find Presidentl Messages and /eadershlb from 2OOg untr'/ 2011. Fhm and Architect hitngs howevetare current to spring 2O//.Founded in l85Z The American Institute of Architects is the recognized advocate for the architectural profession in the UnitedStates.With a membership of nearly 81,OOO architects, interns and students, the AIA actively promotes the highest standards ofprofessional ethics and advances the professional development of its members through continuing education, Speaking with aunified voice, the AIA represents architects in governmental and regulatory decisions that impact professional practice and thequality of life.The North Carolina Chapter of The American Institute of Architects (AlA North Carolina) was founded in 1913, and is thelargest statewide AIA chapter in the U.S. with over 2,200 members. The membership of AIA North Carolina includes aboutthree-quarters of the architects who live in this state.AIA North Carolina members work and live in every corner of the state, practicing in firms ranging in size from one to 4OOpersons. The membership is divided into seven geographical sections, located in Asheville, Charlotte, Eastern North Carolina,Piedmont (Greensboro/Hi9h Point), Triangle, Wilmington and Winston-Salem.AIA North Carolina focuses its resources on five key areas, including:GOVERNMENT AFFAIRSWith its current and future offices both located in close proximity to the state Capitol, AIA North carolina is well-positionedto represent the architect's view in legislation and public policy development. AIA North Carolina opinions and positions areactively sought by lawmakers when dealing with legislation affecting construction, building codes and planning. Through aseparate organization, AIA North Carolina maintains a well-funded political action committee.PUBLIC AWARENESS OF ARCHITECTURE AND THE PROFESSIONWorking through several volunteer committees and its local sections, AIA North Carolina actively pursues a concerted effortto help the public become more aware of architecture and the positive impact architects have on the built environment. TheChapter's annual Design Awards program is a prime opportunity to highlight to the public the finest work by North Carolinaarchitects. Additionally, AIA local sections declare one week each year Architecture Week, hosting a wide variety of activitiesintended to engage and stimulate the public.CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTContinuing education is a requirement for licensure renewal and for ongoing membership in the AlA. In 2O11, the chapter willoffer affordable and accessible programs dedicated to health-safety-welfare subject material. AIA members can participatein Knowledge communities that specifically target career and practice needs ranging from health care facilities to historicpreservation. The 2011 AIA North Carolina Design Conference, Transform, scheduled for September 7-lO, 2O1l in Raleigh, NC,provides architects a four-day opportunity for continuing education opportunities, professional development and networkinqamongst members from across the state of North Carolina.MEMBER SERVICESPublications and information are among the most valuable services available to AIA members. Members receive subscriptionsto national publications such as ARCHITECT and many digital editions such as Eco-Home and Eco-structure, along with the AtANorth carolina "News and Notes" newsletter. websites are maintained at www.aianc,org and www.aia.orgCOLLATERAL ORGANIZATIONSAIA North Carolina maintains and develops relationships with a host of organizations which impact the architectural professionincluding construction trade associations, state regulatory agencies, accredited schools of architecture and other licenseddesign professionals.Mission StatementThe AIA is the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in service to societv11