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a r c h i T e c T a N a i a P u b l i c aT i o N2006: I s s u e 2

I n s I d e 2 Member News

7 AIAS News

8 Legislative News

10 A Letter from The President

K e y D at e st h u r s D ay, s e p t e m b e r 1 4Welcome reception – Durham Western Heritage Museum

exhibit: structures of Our Time: 31 Buildings that Changed Modern Life

F r i D ay, s e p t e m b e r 1 5 educational opportunities / exhibit Qwest Center Omaha

6:30 p.m. excellence in Design Banquet

s at u r D ay, s e p t e m b e r 1 68:00 a.m. Central states Regional Meeting / Breakfast

e x c e l l e n c e i n D e s i g n p r o g r a m Call for entries available at www.aiane.org

June 20 Receipt of entries Deadline

July 11 submissions Due

september 15 6:30 p.m. excellence in Design Banquet

Jury chairs AIA Nebraska - Will Bruder Will Bruder Architects www.willbruder.com

Central states - Merrill elam, AIA Mack scogin Merrill elam Architects www.msmearch.com/msmearch.html

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m e r r i l l e l a m Merrill elam is a principal in the firm of Mack scogin Merrill elam Architects, in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to her practice she lectures and teaches frequently, recently as the Gehry International Visiting Chair in Architectural Design at the university of Toronto, the Ruth Carter stevenson Chair Visiting Professor of Architectural Design at The university of Texas at Austin, and also as Visiting Critic at the Harvard university Graduate school of Design and sCI-Arc, southern California Institute of Architecture; as the Louis Henri sullivan Research Professor of Architecture at the university of Illinois at Chicago; the William Henry Bishop Visiting Professor of Architectural Design at Yale university and the Harry s. shure Visiting Professor in Architecture at the university of Virginia. (continued on page 5)

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W i l l b r u D e rself-trained as an architect, Will has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from the university of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Licensed as an architect in 1974, his 20 person studio has created “place” making architecture across America. Known for inventive cultural buildings, multi-use multifamily housing and concern for the quality of life in the contemporary urban fabric, his firm has won more than eighty design awards and been published extensively around the globe. (continued on page 5)

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P h o t o g r a P h e r : a s s a s s I P r o d u c t I o n s

Congratulations to the following 2005 Midlands Business Journal’s 40 under 40 Members: Michael R. Carlson, AIA, of InVision Architecture and shawn M. shea of RK Digital.

HDR has received one of six “Building Team Project Awards” from national trade publication Building Design & Construction.

The American Institute of Architects has appointed Melinda e. Pearson, AIA, NCARB, to the National ethics Council. Pearson, the executive Director of the Nebraska Board of engineers and Architects will serve a three year term on the Council.

Nicole Ludacka, Associate AIA, of The Architectural Offices has been appointed to serve as the associate member on the 2007 AIA National Honor Awards Jury.

r a N Dy b r o W N e l e vaT e D To co l l e G e o f f e l lo W sAIA Nebraska congratulates Randy Brown, of Randy Brown Architects, Omaha, for his elevation to the College of Fellows. Category of nomination: To promote the aesthetic, scientific and practical efficiency of the profession

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AIA elevated 82 architects to its prestigious College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made contributions of national significance to the profession. Brown will be invested in the College of Fellows at the 2006 AIA national Convention and Design expo in Los Angeles on June 9. The 2006 Jury of Fellow was chaired by Mark Reddington, FAIA, LMN Architects, seattle.

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b i z a r r e – r a n D y b r o W n a r c h i t e c t s r e c e i p t o F i n t e r i o r a r c h i t e c t u r e h o n o r aWa r DThe American Institute of Architects has announced the 2006 recipients of the AIA Institute Honor Awards, the profession’s highest recognition of works that exemplify excellence in architecture, interior architecture, and urban design. Congratulations to Randy Brown, FAIA, for his winning entry, Bizarre. selected from over 680 total submissions, 30 recipients will be honored in June at the AIA 2006 National Convention and Design exposition in Los Angeles.

“The 2006 projects included a diverse range of sizes and types of interior projects representing the variety of design approaches and creative abilities of architects. The recipients represented a variety of scales, from a research laboratory in Massachusetts, to a floral studio in Florida, and of project types that included large and small office environments, academic and institutional buildings, a residence, and two theaters,” said Jury Chair Linda searl, FAIA, searl and Associates Architects in Chicago. “We found that universally the honored designs were a clear expression of the client’s personality and requirements, and the design concepts represented a fresh and inventive approach, reinforced by the appropriate use of materials, lighting, and color.”

Jury comments: This women’s boutique offered the architects an opportunity to challenge the typical retail store conventions “where the walls, fixtures, ceilings, and floors are all separate elements,” they say. The space’s narrow bay is divided into an enclosed space and an open space that contains a series of equally spaced pods to organize the merchandise.

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n e W a i a m e m b e r sKeith Dubas, AIA Keith Dubas and Associates

George R. Dubes, Jr., AIA DLR Group

John W. Andrews, AIA Leo A Daly

n e W a s s o c i at e m e m b e r sMarna Neal, Associate AIA

Bradley A. Jungman, Associate AIA

stuart shell, Associate AIA RDG Planning & Design

Debra Jean Hansen, Associate AIA The Architectural Partnership

Thomas John Pille, Associate AIA

r e i n s tat e D m e m b e rDavid L. Thomas, AIA HDR Architecture, Inc.

n e W a F F i l i at e m e m b e r Jasper stone Company Janet sonnichsen

n e W ly r e g i s t e r e DJeff Chadwick, AIA

Jeff Dolezal, AIA

eric Maxwell, AIA

i n m e m o r yLynn Vermeer, AIA

In conjunction with Grassroots, AIA Omaha received an AIA National Component excellence Award in the area of Component outreach Communication: overall Program for Natural Capitalism: Fueling the Next Industrial revolution. The Component Outreach Communications Awards jury was impressed with the amount of planning and fundraising for AIA Omaha’s lecture series on businesses incorporating sustainable design principles into their practice, and how to do so in a way that increases profitability. Mike Kros, AIA, and John Dineen, AIA, accepted the award on behalf of AIA Omaha.

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o u r o b l i G aT i o N To s h a r e

r o g e r D o e h l i n g – p r e s i D e n t, a i a o m a h a

As Architects we shape the world in so many ways beyond the built environment. We are looked upon to share our: Knowledge, Advocacy, Community, and Leadership, to shape our projects, communities, government, organizations, families…everything we are involved with receives these qualities from us. The annual migration of Architects to Washington DC for the AIA Grassroots Leadership Conference, reminds us of our obligation to share these aspects with our government, chapter components, and communities. It is our obligation. Perhaps obligation sounds too much like work, how about passion or affair. Because we are trained problem solvers we are naturals to use our insight to advocate solutions to the community and lead the process. We do this every day for our clients …. Why not our local government and community?

When I think of one of my goals for AIA Omaha, “Community” is a common denominator that surfaces in many of our conversations amongst us. Community is diverse; we all have different talents and outlooks. Lets share. We can reinforce our community by building more camaraderie within our profession. so come out and play. share your gifts of talent and time with your fellow architects. As the AIA strategic Plan illustrates the following about Community;

Strengthen Communities through Architect Involvement serve as a catalyst, purveyor, and source of information to enable members, components, and citizens to create healthy, sustainable, safe, and livable communities.

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Promote Alliances The AIA will foster relationships that are mutually beneficial.

How have we done this and what should we do?

2005 AIA Omaha Architects’ Homes Tour with the public invited.

Cans Festival - The Omaha Food Bank - A public display of can sculptures by local corporations designed with architects at Westroads Mall.

summer Arts Festival – exposed kids and the community to architecture through an interactive sugar cube city.

sand in the City – Benefiting Nebraska Children’s Home society Foundation. AIA members assisted in design and construction. Thousands of people viewed the sculptures, plus there was TV and radio coverage.

Continued partnership with McMillan Middle school, incorporating architecture into their curriculum.

Continued our membership with the Omaha Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals Council.

Operated a booth and sponsored the keynote speaker for the inaugural Restore Omaha Conference with the Midtown Neighborhood Alliance.

Continued alliance with Omaha by Design.

Many others.

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As I reflect on this years Grassroots conference, AIA Omaha was presented with an AIA National component award of excellence for the Amory Lovins event. This is a result of a community of architects who banded together to educate the public about an issue that can affect their lives and businesses in a positive way. I think that this is a perfect example of standing up for what we believe in.

Our architectural community will be stronger and more valuable with our continued efforts in public outreach and collaboration. Without involvement in our community we will not achieve our desired influence. AIA Omaha has been very successful with public outreach endeavors. Lets keep up the momentum. I am proud to serve AIA Omaha as President as we will continue to strive for excellence.

DirectorBenPerry,AIAHDR8404IndianHillsDriveOmaha,NE68114-4098P402/399-4926•F402/399-1345ben.perry@hdrinc.com

DirectorMichaelCarlson,AIAInVisionArchitecture11717BurtStreet,Suite200Omaha,NE68154P402/341-8007•F402/345-4926michaelc@invisionarch.com

associate DirectorDonetteKoelzer,Assoc.AIAKennethHahnArchitects1343S.75thSt.Omaha,NE68124P402/391-2111•F402/391-2605donnette@kharch.com

associate DirectorAaronPersen,Assoc.AIADLRGroup400EssexCourt,RegencyParkOmahaNebraska,68114P402/393-4100•F402/393-8747apersen@dlrgroup.com

Past PresidentRobertR.Krupa,AIA,CSI,CDTRDGPlanningandDesign900FarnamStreet,Suite100Omaha,NE68102P402/392-0133•F402/392-0413bkrupa@rdgusa.com

2 0 0 6 a i a o m a h a b o a r D o F D i r e c to r sPresident RogerL.Doehling,AIATheSchemmerAssociates1044N115thSt.Suite300Omaha,NE68154-4436P402/493-4800•F402/493-7951rdoehling@schemmer.com

vice President / President-electJohnP.DineenJr,AIAHDR8404IndianHillsDriveOmaha,NE68114-4098P402/399-1127•F402/399-1345jdineen@hdrinc.com

secretary JaredD.Gerber,AIAGerberArchitecture9312LeavenworthSt.Omaha,NE68114P402/397-7475gerber.arch@cox.net

TreasurerJeffreyMonzu,AIALeoADaly8600IndianHillsDriveOmaha,NE68114P402/391-8111•F402/391-8564jsmonzu@leoadaly.com

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“If you don’t like the weather in Nebraska ... wait an hour & it will change.”

This slogan seemed to follow the Nebraska contingent out east to the annual AIA Grassroots Conference in Washington DC. The trip started off warm & sunny ... and ended up with an airport-closing snowstorm. These two pictures of the Lincoln Memorial, taken only days apart, show how glad we were that we packed not only sunglasses, but also winter coats.The whirlwind trip found our days filled with new information, ideas, acquaintances, along with lively presentations and discussion groups. I came away with new respect & understanding about the AIA organization. The opportunity to meet the AIA staff and to see how they work was invaluable in understanding what they do for members and how they accomplish it. In particular, AIA demonstrated a clear commitment to bringing Architects together, nationally, regionally, and locally.

AIA’s role in promoting congressional issues and their work to move the issues affecting architects into the spotlight was im-pressive. The four key issues brought to The Hill this year were

Affordable Housing / Community Revitalization / Historic Preservation

Hurricane Rebuilding: The Louisiana Recovery Corporation

sustainable Design, energy, and the Built environment

small Business / Association Health Insurance

All in all…it was a great trip…one of the busiest, most infor-mative, interesting weeks I have spent…but it’s always good to be home.

speaking of home…the Lincoln AIA Board is excited & ready to go this year!

I think that 2006 will be another good year for AIA Lincoln. We’ve got a great Board this year that is full of energy & ideas about how to better our organization. Our vision includes provid-ing ample continuing education opportunities for members, increasing membership, strengthening participation among members and member firms, and developing opportunities for contribution and involvement.

I would like to thank our AIA Lincoln 2005 President, Ron skoog, AIA, for his leadership over the past year. You have driven the organization forward, with increased momentum & excitement. Your commitment will serve as our inspiration as we strive to keep our organization moving ahead.

I look forward to working with all of you in the near future. If you have any questions about AIA Lincoln or are interested in becoming more involved, please contact me or another Board member. We’re always open to your comments & suggestions & involvement!

(Thank you to everyone who has already offered support and help as we enter a new year of AIA Lincoln ...watch out ... I’ll be contacting you in the upcoming months to take you up on it!)

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PresidentKristiNohavec,AIA,P.E.

President electJohnBadami,AIA

secretaryNickPischel,AssociateAIA

TreasurerTimRogers,Assoc.AIA

DirectorsDaveJohnson,AIACleeveReeves,AIA

associate DirectorsMattKuhn,Assoc.AIADuc-HuyHuynh,Assoc.AIA

affiliate DirectorMarkMundorff,AffiliateAIA

Past PresidentRonaldSkoog,AIA

m e r r i l l e l a m ( c o n t. F r o m pa g e 1 )she received the 1995 Academy Award in Architecture from the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the 1996 Chrysler Award for Innovation in Design. Her work has received six National AIA Awards for excellence.

Her current projects include the Wang Campus Center and Davis Garage for Wellesley College in Wellesley, Massachusetts; the new u.s. Federal Courthouse in Austin, Texas; the Austin e. Knowlton school of Architecture for The Ohio state university in Columbus, Ohio; the Jean Gray Hargrove Music Library for the university of California at Berkeley; the Herman Miller Cherokee Operations facility in Canton, Georgia; and the Bailey Housestudio in Atlanta, Georgia.

W i l l b r u D e r ( c o n t. F r o m pa g e 1 )Winner of the Rome Prize and Chrysler Design Award, he is currently visiting Bishop Chair at the Yale university school of Architecture.

Through his creative interpretation of program and site, Will’s ability to raise the ordinary to the extraordinary is renowned. He is a craftsman in his concern for detail and building processes, and a sculptor in his unique blending of space, materials, and light.

Will believes architecture is the celebration of listening in service of the human spirit and senses.

Envisioning Regional DesignObjective

In anticipation of AIA’s 150th anniversary, AIA’s Blueprint for America will be a

major component of the AIA Nebraska fall conference. It is a comprehensive

community and service program initiated by AIA members and characterized in

part as a series of local forums and charrettes where architects, citizens and

community leaders come together to address a region’s distinct needs. To this

end, AIA Nebraska has joined with the Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable

Communities (JCI) in creating a graphic education program that will engage the

Blueprint’s smart growth goals with regional growth challenges identified in JCI’s

Flatwater Metroplex Initiative, including critical issues affecting the I-80 Corridor.

AIA members will engage regional stakeholders in a collaborative program to

create smart growth visions that promote sustainability in five domains:

1)environment, 2) society/culture, 3) technology, 4) economics, 5) public policy.

Focus

The Flatwater Metroplex is roughly defined as 60-mile, concentric zones around

the Lincoln and Omaha metro areas. Participants will graphically envision

scenarios that 1) reflect the possible negative consequences of proceeding

without a plan, and 2) possible positive consequences of proceeding with smart

growth initiatives. These visioning tools will be used for the framework of

discussions with regional stakeholders of how thinking and acting regionally can

be in the best interests of all who reside in this large region.

Invitation

AIA Nebraska invites you to join in a visioning process that will help regional

stakeholders and leaders preserve and promote quality of life in an environment

of rapid change and growth. Monthly stakeholder meetings include speakers,

open discussions and charrette sessions. Your involvement is essential to the

success of this project.

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Stakeholders meeting with Ted

Knowlton, Envision Utah, 9 am to

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18 May

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July/August

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September

Charrette session, week of

AIA Nebraska Annual Conference,

Sept. 14-15

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AIA Nebraska

402.472.1456

skay2@unl.edu

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With new student leaders and continued commitment from our membership, I am excited to tell you about our programs this semester. My name is Brad Zuger; I am a fourth year student and will be serving as the 2006 AIAs President. Transitioning into new offices, the 2006 executive team has many things in store for the upcoming year and it is important that our involvement with the AIA continues to be a significant part of our programs.

Members from our chapter attended our annual FORuM, the national conference of the AIAs, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The conference titled “Building from Crisis,” discussed the ever increasing need for architectural professionals to become aware of their role as public servants at a

time when disasters of unprecedented scale are affecting many areas of the world. The tsunami in Asia, the hurricanes along the Gulf of Mexico, political struggle in the West Bank, and the earthquake in India were just a few of the topics that made for great conversations at the conference. It became clear at the conference that architectural students and professionals are responsible for taking a leading role in rebuilding these devastated communities. Attendees departed Cincinnati with a new awareness and inspiration in how to make a difference as a designer.

This past month a group of AIAs members attending The Quad Conference in Boulder. The conference titled “ethical Design,” revolved around design ethics; a broad topic with a direct relationship to architectural education and practice. students explored examples of ethical design as well as visit with firms and practitioners who produce such work.

upholding another tradition, March 3rd was the annual Beaux Arts Ball hosted by the AIAs in the link of Architecture Hall. We were excited to have Groove Puppet performing this year. You may recognize the name as Ron skoog, AIA is a part of this band.

Freedom by Design is still ongoing. AIA Nebraska has made a significant donation in which we are deeply grateful. However, we

are also asking local firms and architects to get involved in this program. Our project, which is in the design completion stage, involves a kitchen remodel and exterior ramp for a local disabled woman with extreme financial difficulties. Without these donations, we would not be able to continue this program, which not only aims to improve the quality of life for this individual, but also gives our members design-build experience. We ask that every firm get involved in some way, whether volunteering time to oversee construction, giving a small donation, or helping with the design documents.

We are also looking for AIA members interested in presenting their work or the work of their firm at a Brown Bag Lecture sponsored by AIAs. Our theme is “Architects on the edge: Progressive Ideas for a Changing World” and we are looking for professionals with on-going work to present over a lunch time. One of the most important aims of our organization is to create a link between the profession and the students.

With all this said, I can say I am excited about this busy year for AIAs. I hope that AIA members will continue to keep us in mind as your past support is what makes our organization as strong as it is. It will be a pleasure to share our group’s experiences and advances over the next year. As always, thanks for your continued support and enthusiasm toward the students of the AIAs.

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President BradZuger

vice PresidentJayAnderson

Director of informationKatieSchmidt

Director of finance MaryKaiser

Director of Media PaulBecker

Mentorship coordinatorMattSmith

brown bag coordinatorAshleyByars

freedom by Design EvanGunn&LukeKielion

Past PresidentBrianTiemann

W h h h h h h h aT ?! ! i ’M b ac k !

J e F F D o l e z a lI don’t know if you remember me, but I’m that guy who used to be the AIA Nebraska Associate Director, now helmed by the illustrious Nicole Ludacka. Have you ever said her last name out loud? LuDACKA. Man that’s such a powerfully cool name. Anyway, where was I? Oh yes…

I’m that slacker loser who waited 7 years to take the Architectural Registration exams. That dude who tried (and possibly succeeded) to encourage you associates to take your exams? Did I just say “you associates”? That’s right baby, I’m DONe!!!

Look out Mike Brady, there’s a new daddy in town.

Passing the ARe and getting my license (yes that does sound scary) has been a huge personal victory for me. It took so long I didn’t think I’d care once I finished, but I kind of ’ freaked out. even got a tattoo…A story I shall save for another time.

sara asked me to write a quick blurb concerning my journey with the ARe. Let me tell you guys, it wasn’t bad. The hardest part is committing to schedule the exams. Just do it. Don’t put it off. They are not that

bad. You just walk out thinking you failed them. But you won’t fail, you will pass…eventually.

My advice is to study hard and stay the course. After the initial (7 year) procrastination scheduling the exams, I finished in just under 18 months. No excuses…Just keep scheduling those exams! until next time,

I look forward to giving you the secret handshake…

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Over half of the 49 members of the Nebraska unicameral participated in this year’s AIA Nebraska Legislative Forum/Luncheon, February 21, 2006, at the Nebraska state Capitol/Cornhusker Marriott.

AIA Nebraska members began their day with the opportunity to visit one-on-one with their respective senator. The Forum at the state Capitol, was led by Ron Hughbanks, AIA, Government Affairs Chair. An overview of legislation of interest to AIA Nebraska was summarized by AIA Nebraska lobbyist, Mary Campbell. Mary’s discussion focused on bills which have been designated as priorities and the probability that these bills have the greatest chance for advancing in a short (60-day) session. she also spoke of the impending effects of term limits; this year twenty new Nebraska senators will be elected.

Campbell’s presentation was followed by senator Don Pederson, District 42 / North Platte, Chair of the Appropriations Committee. senator Pederson spoke of LB 605, his priority for the session; LB 605 establishes a 2nd phase

of funding for (renovation and replacement) projects for the university of Nebraska and Nebraska state Colleges. Members were motivated and energized by his vision and leadership for Nebraska and the built environment. “If Nebraskans don’t strive for quality, then we’ll be forced to be content with mediocrity. We deserve better,” said senator Pederson. He also said “Your group (AIA Nebraska) has always been progressive, and supportive of improving the quality of life in our state.”

senator Gwen Howard, District 9 /Omaha, made compelling arguments in support of LB 967, which eliminates the construction labor sales tax on residential home repairs on primary residences. senator Howard is also the introducer of LB 1245, the interior design registration legislation.

AIA Nebraska was privileged to have participation from the AIA National Government Affairs Team, consisting of Paul Mendelsohn, senior Director, state and Local Affairs and Adam Melis, Manager, Grassroots Advocacy.

Paul focused on the history between AIA and the interior design coalition, the adverse consequences of title and/or registration of interior designers, in addition to trends in other states. He also analyzed and spoke of issues pertaining specifically to LB 1245, the interior design legislation introduced in Nebraska.

Adam Melis discussed the importance of architects and grassroots advocacy, making relationships with the senators and the benefits and value of establishing a Nebraska Pac.

AIA Nebraska members meet with senators at the Cornhusker Hotel for a luncheon in their honor. The senators had the opportunity to view the 2005 design award winner boards and view all submissions through a presentation throughout the luncheon. The Boards were on display at the Nebraska state Capitol February 22

– February 28.

Paul Mendelsohn briefed the senators on the interior design legislation. A record number of senators were in attendance.

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John sinclair, aiaSinclairHille/Lincoln

lowell berg, aiaTheClarkEnersenPartners/Lincoln

lloyd Meyer, aiaLeoADaly/Omaha

Greg smith, aiaDavisDesign/Lincoln

Dave Johnson, aiaStudio951/Lincoln

Melinda Pearson, aiaLincoln

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p o s t p o n e D i n c o m m i t t e e LB 1245 did not see the light of day during the 2nd session of the ninety-ninth Legislature. LB 1245 would have provided for registration and regulation of interior designers; to define terms; to create the Interior Design Advisory Board.

F u n D i n g F o r p r o J e c t s a D va n c e D Funding for a 2nd phase of funding for renovation and replacement projects for uNL and state Colleges was advanced by the Legislature and signed by the Governor.

h o m e r e pa i r ta x e sThe sales tax on labor for renovations of single-family homes and duplexes would be repealed as of July1. Housing authorities would not be subject to the tax. Condominium owners could get a refund sales tax they paid on renovation labor.

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b i l l # p o s i t i o n D e s c r i p t i o nlb 42 MONITOR Change provisions relating to the Nebraska Construction Lien Act

lb 75 MONITOR Authorize certain cities to make public improvements and assess the cost

lb 102 MONITOR Authorize natural resources districts, counties, and certain cities to establish and fund storm water management areas

lb 166 MONITOR Change provisions relating to contractor registration

lb 542 MONITOR Create the Tax Policy Reform Commission

lb 605 suPPORT establish a 2nd phase of funding for (renovation and replacement) projects for uNL and state Colleges

lb 608 suPPORT Adopt the Thermal system Insulation and Firestop Act

lb 660 MONITOR Adopt the Home Inspector Licensing Act

lb 906 OPPOse Change applicability of the Contractor Registration Act and Provide for a surety bond

lb 924 MONITOR Change provisions of the Community Development Law. Restrict the use of eminent domain

lb 959 suPPORT exempt construction labor from sales tax

lb 967 MONITOR Terminate the construction labor sales tax on residential home repairs on primary residences

lb 991 MONITOR Require registration for home inspectors

lb 1030 MONITOR Provide for notice of inspection of public park buildings

lb 1121 MONITOR Appropriate funds to the Department of economic Dvp Act for an environmental study relating to a hydroelectric dam

lb 1143 MONITOR Change public-offering statements and rights of tenants under the condominium law

lb 1234 MONITOR Change provisions relating to redevelopment project areas

lb 1241 MONITOR eliminate an exception relating to annexation of , redevelopment project areas by deleting reference to certain provisions

lb 1245 OPPOse Provide for registration and regulation of interior designers

lb 1252 MONITOR Change eminent domain procedures

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Our oldest has a birthday next month and moves from single to double digits in age. Wow, time flies doesn’t it? since 1996, it seems that his world has changed so significantly and so quickly. Imagine, during his 10 years on this planet he has witnessed Pokemon and sponge Bob, a national championship along with three different Husker football coaches, Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings, CD’s and Ipods, suV’s and hybrids, and the grounding of the space shuttles. Having never experienced it in person before the storm, his image of New Orleans is a flooded city with stranded people being rescued from their rooftops. He has seen the replay of the attacks and the horrifying collapse of the World Trade Center Towers. He can point to Iraq on the little globe he has on his desk in his bedroom.

Thinking back to when I was his age I can remember my parents talking about this thing called Watergate, and my mother turning the channel during the news when she felt that the coverage from Vietnam was too graphic for her kids. And I remember

when my dad traded his ‘67 Mustang for a ’72 Country squire wagon with a rear facing jump seat. The view was excellent while sitting there for what seemed hours waiting in line with dad at the gas station during the ’73 Mideast Oil Crisis. Back then if you had an IBM or an Apple, it usually meant either a selectric typewriter or a piece of fruit in your star Wars lunch box. If you needed to record music, you could choose between 8-track or cassette. The Huskers were riding high with back-to-back championships and a Hiesman trophy winner named Johnny the Jet. The Apollo Missions were ending, while a test shuttle strapped to the back of a 747 provided a preview of future space missions. I also remember seeing an article at school in the Weekly Reader Magazine when the sears Tower replaced the World Trade Center as the tallest building in the World in 1974.

The 70’s brought a brief high-rise renais-sance to our state also with another First National Tower at 13th and M streets in Downtown Lincoln. The bank tower still sits in stark contrast to Goodhue’s Capitol, one of the country’s finest examples of tall building architecture. I.M. Pei’s new NBC Center elegantly defined Lincoln’s business center while reinforcing the urban canyon and vista to Love Library and uNL’s front door. Omaha’s skyline changed too with the addition of the striking late-modern Woodman Tower. until 2004 it was Omaha’s signature highrise. You might remember it. It’s the tall one in the middle that say’s

WOOD-MAN at the top

– you can’t miss it. Nebraska also became the first state to complete its portion of one of the country’s main circulation corridors. Did you know that I-80 is still the largest public works project undertaken by our state? As much as some of us may dread the seven-hour drive from sidney to Omaha, where would our state’s commerce and community be without the superhighway?

so, why all this reminiscing? I’ve been a registered architect and AIA member for thirteen years now. In just that brief period design trends have moved from Post-Modern to Decon to Mid-Century Revival. Our profession has evolved beyond a 200-year history of traditional project design and delivery method. No longer are we pin-bars, scroll bars, lead sharpeners and erasing shields, and last minute rushes to Pat Ash for blue-line prints by the end of the day. Instead our industry now depends on AutoCad, batch plots, secured FTP sites, and epson projectors. Our professional exam is given electronically now, and may be taken over the course of months and years rather than just four scheduled days per year. These are different times. These are dynamic times that are sometimes challenging, and sometimes rewarding, but certainly changing times for architects.

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president'sletterGiven the forces that have tested our profession in the last decade, it can easily be argued that now more than ever before in our 150-year history in the u.s. do we as architects depend on the AIA. Consider some of the issues that AIA National and AIA Nebraska have tracked, lobbied for or against, and have worked on our behalf just since 1999:

AIA lobbied for preserving representa-tions to only Architects and engineers on the Nebraska state Board of engineers and Architects when a proposed legisla-tive bill attempted to add contractor and realtor representatives.

AIA lobbied for preserving the clarity and responsibility of the professional architect’s role for protecting the public’s health, safety and welfare in our projects, after a new legislative bill proposed state regulated registration of interior design-ers in Nebraska.

AIA has proactively worked to preserve the architect’s project role and design responsibilities while limiting profession-al liability exposure in the Design-Build project delivery process, including new

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AIA Contract Documents for Design-Build Agreements.

AIA Nebraska representatives have been working on a statewide “Negotiated Rules Committee” to clarify and update state laws that determine when an architect is required. Many of these laws date back to pre-WWII era and have needed review since the state adoption of the IBC.

AIA continues to champion the qual-ity-based selection (QBs) process as the preferred forum for securing credible and qualified architectural services, in lieu of

“fee shopping” or “fee bidding” between firms.

AIA has hosted dialogue meetings and concerned discussions regarding the unfair practices that are associated with Program Management consulting, high-lighting to architects and owners both the perceived benefits and potential pitfalls that accompany this construction delivery method.

These are just a few examples. AIA is currently working with NCARB and IDP to improve the transition for our pre-professionals as they move from the

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academy to registration and professional practice. AIA is working hard to improve women and minority inclusion and representation within the profession. The Institute has also initiated questions and dialogue about such trends as international outsourcing of project documentation by some firms, and the pros and cons of additional or specialized design certification; i.e. health care design certification, sustainable design (LeeD), etc.

In a nutshell, there are so many changes and forces constantly at play in what we do. Often these forces are in opposition to our profession. In the next 18 months we will be celebrating AIA’s 150th year in the u.s. and Nebraska’s 50th year as an incorporated chapter. Time does fly. And though it may be easier to dwell on how things used to be, any of us who truly share a passion for design and the love of architectural practice owe much to the AIA for what we still enjoy today even in spite of all the changes that impact our profession. And, as we continue to band together, I’m confident that AIA will continue be there to ensure we’re well positioned to serve our next generations.

The Nebraska Architect is the official newsletter of AIA Nebraska. Opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of AIA Nebraska or the American Institute of Architects. Advertisements or products and services appearing in The Nebraska Architect do not constitute an endorsement.

AIA Nebraska 102 Architecture Hall University of Nebraska PO Box 80045 Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone 402/472-1456 Fax 402/472-1654 www.aiane.org skay2@unl.edu or kclymer2@unl.edu

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Sara A. Kay

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Donovan Beery

2006a i a n e b r a s K a b o a r D o F D i r e c to r sP r e s I d e n t

edward vidlak, aialeo a. daly

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bruce D. carpenter, aia hdr

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larry D. smith, aiaavant architects, Inc.

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Wynn mehlhaff, aiadavis design

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W. larry Jacobsen, aia the schemmer associates Inc.

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tamara eagle bull, aiaencompass architects

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nicole ludacka, associate aiathe architectural offices

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Kristi nohavec, aiathe clark enersen Partners, Inc.

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roger Doehling, aia the schemmer associates, Inc.

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Jeffrey hinrichs, aiaWilkins, hinrichs, & stober architects, llc

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brad zuger, aias presidentcollege of architecture / unl

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patricia birch, aiaschoenleber, shriner, & hittle

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r. Wayne Drummond, Faia/college of architecture / unl

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mark hoistad, aiacollege of architecture / unl

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sara a. Kaye x e c u t I v e a s s I s ta n t

Kelsey J. clymer

T h e s a M e o l D T h i N G

n i c o l e lu D a c K a , a s s o c i at e a i a – a s s o c i at e D i r e c to rThe first article of the season is always the hardest to get out to print.

What to write about? The same thing, or a subject so random it might actually get someone’s attention? since there are changes occurring with the ARe and IDP Programs, I thought the same

old thing might do.

The National Council of Architectural Registration Board (NCARB) after debate and study felt that “there is no evidence of increased risk to the health, safety and welfare of the public if a candidate with an accredidated professional degree and who is actively engaged in the Intern Development Program (IDP)

is permitted to begin to start taking divisions of the Architect Registration exam (ARe).” Which means after one year, equivalent to 250 IDP units you can take up to six divisions of the ARe. NCARB is expected to propose a model law amendment in 2006 and have it presented in 2007. In 2005 the AIA board had adopted a

position statement supporting that the state architectural registration board allow interns to be candidates for licensure. Hopefully soon this will be implemented on the state level.

The changes to the ARe are locate in the Me systems section where the experimental questions have been removed and in the site Planning section where vignettes have been updated. An update version of the ARe will begin on February 27th. Along with this update will be a five year “rolling clock” time limit to complete all sections of the test. To read more on these changes refer to the NCARB website, www.ncarb.org.

We have many events planned for the Young Architects Forum this year. I hope to work with the local board associate directors to better serve each community and build a strong interest from the younger members.

One event to start off the year was participation in the shelter in a Cart Competition sponsored by DesignBoom, a contemporary design web publication. We have three associate members taking part in the international competition; Cedric Chone (BVH), Kurt Cisar and Brad Jungman (Holland Basham Architects), we wish them luck. There are many competitions going on through out the year to help pull you out of the CAD business and back into design. Always check the AIA websites for competitions and events at aiane.org and ArchVoices at archvoices.org.

Well, cheers to another full year. Please contact me with any associate issues or news you may have and from the state position I hope to keep you updated and inspired.

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aia suPPor Ts coNcurreNT eNrollMeNT iDP/areThe American Institute of Architects supports architectural registration boards’ allowing interns for licensure candidacy to take the ARe following their graduation from a NAAB accredited degree program and concurrent with enrollment in the Intern Development Program.

THe AIA urges NCARB member boards to take an affirmative vote to permit interns to take divisions of the Architect Registration examination following graduation from a National Architectural Accrediting Board accredited degree program and concurrent with enrollment in the IDP. Individual state licensure boards are encouraged to enact regulatory amendments permitting interns to take the all divisions of the ARe. In states were examination eligibility is assess as a matter of statutory compliance, the AIA advocates for

the initiation of a timely process by which such statutes may be amended.

are Timing key Points:

The 2005 Internship & Career survey, co-sponsored by the AIA, ArchVoices and NCARB, confirmed that the time to complete the IDP is four to five years, considerably longer on average that the three years it is designed to take.

Currently seven states allow some form ,of overlap of internship and examination. In these states, candidates do not receive their license to practice architecture until all education, experience and examination requirements for that state have been fulfilled.

The 2005 AIA/Arch Voices/NCARB Internship & Career survey revealed that 84% of respondents

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including interns and recently licensed architects stated that if given the choice, they would prefer to take the ARe upon graduation or concurrent with internship.

Passage of the ARe prior to completion of the IDP prior to completion of the IDP does not excuse interns from completing their internship requirements before they receive their license.

While the AIA supports the NCARB decision to endorse a position that allows licensure candidates to take sections of the ARe prior to IDP completion, we encourage AIA state component leaders to work with NCARB member boards to further evolve the NCARB position towards that of the AIA: allowing interns to take and complete the ARe concurrent with enrollment in IDP without restrictions.

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