AIA Las Vegas BLUEPRINT - July 2023

BY JAMES HORVATH, AIA

I hope this message finds you well as we enter the summer months Last month I had the honor of representing AIA Las Vegas at the annual business meeting taking place at A’23 in San Francisco There were 4 bylaw amendments which all passed and you can view them here Most notably the amendment to provide International Associate members with the same privileges as AIA and Associate AIA members by allowing them to apply for Emeritus membership This amendment passed with 100% votes in favor

The business meeting was also where the 2024 candidates for open officer positions gave their speeches with the elections the following day Below are the elected candidates and their positions for the upcoming terms

2024 First VP/2025 President

Evelyn M Lee, FAIA (AIA San Francisco/AIA California)

2024-2025 Treasurer

Heather Philip-O'Neal, AIA (AIA New York Chapter/AIA New York)

2024-2026 At-large Director

Latoya N. Kamdang, AIA (AIA New York Chapter/AIA New York)

The remaining days of the convention were filled with the product show, which included a puppy play area to take a break, and educational seminars with fellow attendees. Being away from Las Vegas during the NHL playoffs, it was nice to get together with fellow AIA Las Vegas members to cheer on our Golden Knights though they did not win that evening Next year’s A’24 convention will be in Washington DC on June 5-8, 2024 You can sign up here for updates

I also wanted to take this opportunity to invite you to the upcoming AIA Las Vegas ARC Product Show 2023, which will be held at the INDUSTRIAL event space on September 13, 2023 This is a great opportunity to network with other architects, learn about the latest trends from our Allied partners, and attend some educational sessions I encourage both exhibiters and attendees to register early Registration is open now, just check out our website for further details

Thank you for your continued support of AIA Las Vegas I look forward to seeing you at the ARC product show in September!

Sincerely,

James Horvath, AIA

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Please introduce yourself to the AIA community

I was born in the central valley of California, the agriculture center of the state and am a first generation college attendee and graduate, receiving my bachelors of science in Architecture in Spring of 2022 I am an emerging professional with a passion to create more equitable and just design, while supporting the next generations of aspiring architects/architecture students I spent the majority of my time at UNLV as an advocate for students in the profession and academia through AIAS, holding positions both locally and nationally as UNLV Freedom by Design director, FBD National Advisory Committee chair, AIAS UNLV President and am a part of the AIA LV Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, AIA LV Women in Architecture committee, and the NV Fellows committee I have been honored to speak on panels regarding justice, equity and diversity in academia, women in architecture academia, and transitioning from school to the profession at the women in architecture symposium in NV I am currently working in the profession at GRN Vision, where we focus on sustainable building consulting, affordable housing and homeless housing I am also exploring universities to study and obtain my Masters degree in Architecture, with the aspiration of becoming a licensed Architect My vision is to create a career that will inspire minority girls, women and students to reach higher and further than you can think you can and to believe that you can achieve whatever you put your mind and effort to.

Describe a pivotal moment or influence that ignited your passion for architecture

A pivotal moment that ignited my passion for architecture was one of the first conferences I ever intended as a student. I attended AIAS grassroots in Washington D.C. where all the attendees were architecture students, prominent student leaders in their chapters and communities, and aspiring leaders like myself. There was so much discussion, inspiration and goals, I came back to Las Vegas buzzing with this new found knowledge and passion. I started to become more ambitious and curious about every facet of architecture and that moment and feeling became the driving force in my passion and career thus far

Can you elaborate on your experience collaborating with other architects and industry professionals?

Collaborating with architects and industry professionals has been incredible since I have been involved in AIA Professionals have always been happy to share their knowledge and experiences with me, and answer questions that I may have I have also been able to help provide some student perspective to help answer any questions they may have, as well as help strengthen the bridge between the UNLV School of Architecture and the profession

What advice would you offer to aspiring architect aiming to follow in your footsteps

Get involved, get out of the studio and see the community you want to design for Explore and be ambitious, take the time to have fun and explore new places and things, as aspiring architects it is important to take the opportunity to experience the many facets of inspiration and challenges the community around you can bring It is easy for us to put our heads down and focus on studying and creating, but in order for us to design for change or to face challenges we first must experience who and what we want to design for. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and take opportunities to help expand your knowledge and experiences.

Michelle Tapia, Assoc. AIA GRN Vision

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JOHN G. THORPE

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AND STUDENTS FELLOWSHIP

The Thorpe Fellowship provides an opportunity for young professionals and graduate students to attend the Conservancy’s annual conference by covering the registration fee for the event The conference provides educational panels, presentations and commentary about various aspects of Wright’s work by scholars, practitioners, building owners and other experts. The conference also enables attendees to experience the architecture directly through tours of sites designed by Wright and other architects of interest, including private residences that are rarely open to the public. The program was established in 2016 to honor John Garrett Thorpe, restoration architect and longtime Conservancy board member

Fellowship recipients receive one general registration for the 2023 conference taking place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, September 27 - October 1. The award is valued at $1025. Two or more awards will be made in 2023.

Young professionals in the first five years of their careers in architecture or historic preservation and graduate students in architecture or historic preservation (full-time or part-time) currently enrolled at the time of application are eligible to apply for a fellowship Students may have completed their degree by the time of the conference

John G. Thorpe Fellows will be introduced at the conference and will be required to submit a brief report following the conference. Fellows also will receive a complimentary one-year membership in the Conservancy.

Applications will be accepted online through Monday, July 24. Notification will be made to applicants by Tuesday, August 8.

Apply

John G. Thorpe (1944-2016) founded his own architectural firm, John Garrett Thorpe & Associates, in Oak Park in 1984 and earned renown as a restoration architect through work on numerous Frank Lloyd Wright houses in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and elsewhere, including the Robie House in Chicago, the Roberts House in River Forest, Illinois, and the Heurtley House, William Martin House and Unity Temple in Oak Park He was instrumental in the preservation of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, serving as author, with Don Kalec, of the master plan for the property’s restoration to its 1909 condition, published as The Plan for Restoration and Adaptive Use of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in 1978. He also acted to secure its purchase by the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Foundation (now the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust), which he helped to found, and to implement its 13-year restoration process.

Thorpe was a longtime board member of the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy who worked tirelessly to preserve existing Wright structures, formulate

plans for their continued use and provide technical advice to prospective purchasers, homeowners and Wright house museum curators.

Among his many other volunteer efforts, Thorpe was an architectural consultant for the Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park; served on the board of the Pleasant Home Foundation, providing planning related to the restoration and preservation of the George W Maherdesigned house in Oak Park; and was the first docent at the H.H. Richardson-designed Glessner House in Chicago when it opened for tours in 1971 Thorpe received many awards, including the national and Chicago chapter AIA Honor Awards for his restoration work on the Wright Home and Studio He earned his master of architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, and his bachelor of architecture from the University of Illinois He previously worked for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in their Chicago, Washington, D C , and Algiers offices before starting his own practice

John Thorpe at the 2015 Conservancy conference

PHOTO BY MARK HERTZBERG

AIA LAS VEGAS BOARD

AIA LAS VEGAS BOARD

James Horvath, AIA President BW&A

Wellbe Bartsma, AIA EP Director Gensler

Andrew Martin, AIA Director Andrew Martin Architect

Kayleigh Hasshaw, CPSM Allied Director TJK Consulting Engineers

Troy Moser, AIA President-Elect MOSER Architecture Studio

Daniel Chenin, AIA Director Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.

Joyce Orias, AIA Director Urban Architecture & Design

Glenn Nowak, AIA Education Liaison UNLV SoA

Alexia Chen, AIA Secretary LGA Architecture

Victoria Cousino, AIA Director KNIT

John Sawdon, AIA Past-President KNIT

Vivian Arredondo, AIA President UNLV AIAS

Rick Van Diepen, AIA Treasurer GRN Vision

Melvin Green, AIA Director KME Architects

Carlos D. Fernandez Executive Director AIA Nevada | AIA Las Vegas

Taryn Kole Assistant Dir. Operations AIA Nevada | AIA Las Vegas

OF DIRECTORS

OF DIRECTORS

JULY

8 Urban Sketchers - Ferguson's Downtown

21 AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Aug Issue

26 Coffee With An Architect - Panel Discussion

AUGUST

12 Urban Sketchers - Writer's Block (inside) 21 AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Sept. Issue

23 AIA Member Meeting - Program TBA

SEPTEMBER

9 Urban Sketchers - October 1 Memorlal Garden

13 The ARC Product Show

20 AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Oct Issue

27 Coffee With An Architect - Jason Jorjorian, AIA

OCTOBER

12 AIA LV Topgolf Event

14 Urban Sketchers - Rhyolite Ghost Town 18 AIA Member Meeting - Allied Appreciation

23 AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Nov Issue

NOVEMBER

3 Virtual AIA | NSBAIDRD C.E. Seminar

11 Urban Sketchers - Neon Museum

15 AIA Member Meeting - Program TBA

22 Coffee With An Architect - Glenn Curry & Brandon

Maldonado, AIA and AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Dec Issue

DECEMBER

1 AIA Holiday & Design Awards Gala

9 Urban Sketchers - Ethel M's Cactus Garden

18 AIA Forum Newsletter Deadline for Jan 2024 Issue

Note: This calendar is as of June 2023. Dates and Events are subject to change as necessary as the year evolves.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone who attended our Allied Committee event on banking, human resources, and risk management We hope you found the discussion by Amy Matthews, Matt Cook, and Joyce Smith informative and engaging. They shared valuable insights on HR requirement resources, protecting your business, and navigating financial and security challenges in today's environment. We are also thankful to Musco Lighting for sponsoring the event and Bank of Nevada for their generous sponsorship of the coffee and breakfast. Their support made this event possible and enjoyable We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

We have been honored to welcome firm principals and key decision makers from firms such as:

Aptus Architecture

Bergman, Walls & Associates

Carpenter Sellers DelGatto Architects

City of Henderson

City of Las Vegas Public Works

College of Southern Nevada

Cuningham

EV&A Architects

Friedmutter Group

Gensler of Nevada

KGA Architecture

Klai Juba Wald architecture + interiors

LGA Architects

Nadel Architects

NOVUS Architecture

Simpson Coulter | STUDIO

KNIT

TSK Architects

Vedelago Pesch Architects

Worth Group Architects

AIA Las Vegas is excited to host The ARC Product Show at the INDUSTRIAL event space on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023. Showcase your services and connect with potential partners at our one-day vendor show and networking luncheon.

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Exhibitors can offer a CE experience for architects, engineers, and design professionals by hosting an AIA-registered class Normally $1,500, this is offered for only $750 exclusively to exhibitors and includes AIA CE registration and promotion. Register now! There are only 5 class times available – 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM *Must qualify for AIA CE/HSW or be code related *

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Join us for an exclusive event where you can meet potential partners from top firms in design and construction via a speed networking luncheon Price is $250 each and is for exhibitors only - 2 maximum.

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TJK CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC PROMOTES AND ANNOUNCES SUCCESSORS

TJK Consulting Engineers, Inc has appointed two new vice presidents to lead its marketing and engineering divisions Kayleigh Hasshaw, CPSM, will be the Vice President of Marketing and Business Operations, and Stephen Jones, PE, will be the Vice President of Engineering This is part of the company’s long-term plan to sustain its growth and success

Kayleigh Hasshaw, CPSM, joined TJK in 2008 and earned her marketing degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. She has been instrumental in developing the company’s executive management team and marketing department, expanding TJK’s presence in Boise, recruiting and supporting the Las Vegas team, and implementing the company’s business development and marketing strategies.

Stephen Jones, PE, obtained his engineering degree from the University of Nevada Reno He has been with TJK for eight years and established the company’s mechanical/plumbing department, making TJK a full MEP firm He has extensive experience in working on various projects in both the private and public sectors

TJK Owner/Visionary Ken Meechudhone said, “We are thrilled to welcome our third generation of TJK leaders who will continue the legacy that Tom Krob started in 1986. Tom Anderson and I will work with Kayleigh and Steve to ensure a smooth transition and process for our clients over the next few years.” In their new roles, these leaders will oversee the day-to-day operations of their respective departments and continue to work closely with the executive team to drive expansion and innovation.

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INNOVA TECHNOLOGIES CELEBRATES 20 YEARS WITH MURAL BY LOCAL ARTIST

Innova Technologies has revealed a stunning mural to commemorate their 20-year anniversary Created in collaboration with local artist Juan Ochoa (LatinArtist LLC), the mural captures the essence of Innova's incredible journey The artwork showcases two decades of remarkable projects, emphasizing Innova's commitment to innovation and excellence. The mural is located at 1432 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89146, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in Ochoa's visionary creation and experience the inspiration it exudes. To stay connected with Innova Technologies and learn more, visit their website at www.innovanv.com. Find them on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube

LIFE THROUGH DESIGN

JOIN AN AIA LV COMMITTEE

AIA Las Vegas COTE Committee

Chair: Rick Van Diepen, AIA rick@GRNVision com

Virtual Meeting 1st Thursday of each month at 11:30am

AIA Las Vegas Affordable Housing Committee

Co-Chair: Monica Gresser, AIA monica@BRAZENarchitecture com

Co-Chair: David Kim, AIA dkny@alum mit edu

Virtual Meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Allied Members Committee

Chair: Kayleigh Hasshaw khasshaw@tjkengineers.com

Virtual Meeting 4th Wednesday every other month at 9:30am

AIA Las Vegas Government Affairs Committee

Chair: Chris Lujan, AIA clujan@tska com

Virtual Meeting Schedule 1st Wednesday of each month at 4:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

Co-Chairs: Melvin Green, AIA melvin@kmearchitects com

Sydney Katz, katz@spkatz com

Virtual Meeting 4th Thursday of each month at 4:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Education Outreach Committee

Chair: John Torpey AIA jot751@aol com

Virtual Meeting 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Women In Architecture Committee

Chair: Monica Gresser, AIA monica@BRAZENarchitecture com

Hybrid Meeting 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00pm

AIA Las Vegas UNLV School of Architecture Committee

Chair: Glenn Nowak, AIA glenn nowak@unlv edu

Virtual Meeting 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:30am

AIA Las Vegas EPYAF Committee

Chair: Wellbe Bartsma, AIA wellbe bartsma@gensler.com

Virtual Meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month at 3:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Urban Sketchers Committee

Chair: Eric Roberts, FAIA ericr@knitstudios com

Virtual or In Person Meeting 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:00am

AIA Nevada Small Firm Exchange

Chair: Anne Johnson, AIA anne@sparkflightstudios.com

Meeting Schedule TBA

No need to RSVP

You should bring your own sketch supplies Don't forget to bring water and something to sit on A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are a must.

Contact Eric with any questions: 702-498-3658

Ferguson's Downtown 1028 E Fremont St Las Vegas, NV 89101 Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

URBAN SKETCHERS - SATURDAY, JULY 8TH

SmallFirmExchange SFX

MISSION:

The mission of SFx is to "advance the mutual interests of architects practicing in small firms" with three objectives and guided by a theme of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).

SFx Additional Resources:

-SFx First National Newsletter

-Community Home

For more info go to - AIA org/sfx

We are always looking for volunteers

Please email sparkflightstudios@gmail.com

Small firm = Less than nine (9) employees

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CITY OF LAS VEGAS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES CONTRACT FOR NEW CITY MANAGER - KTNV

Mike Janssen, a veteran of the city of Las Vegas for over 25 years, has been appointed as the new city manager by the City Council. He will replace Jorge Cervantes, who is retiring after serving as city manager since November 15, 2020.

The City Council unanimously approved Janssen's employment contract on Wednesday, according to a press release Janssen started his career with the city in 1997 as an engineering associate and held various leadership roles in Public Works, such as engineering project manager, assistant city traffic engineer, transportation manager and Public Works director. He was promoted to Executive Director of Infrastructure in November 2020, where he supervised a staff of 550 in charge of planning, designing, constructing, operating and maintaining all of the city’s public infrastructure. The City of Las Vegas said he earned a Master of Public Administration from UNLV.

CLARK COUNTY PUTS $70 MILLION TOWARD AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS - LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

Clark County is investing in affordable housing for its residents, especially seniors and low-income people The county has allocated $70 million to build or renovate more than 3,000 units and is also launching a land trust program to help firsttime buyers. These initiatives are aimed at addressing the shortage of affordable homes and the high number of people experiencing homelessness in the region. Developers who are interested in applying for the funding can expect more information in the coming months.

CLARK COUNTY AFFORDABLE HOUSING DIRECTORY

With the quantity and frequency of revisions on some projects, it's not hard to see how occasionally some things aren't built from the latest drawings

I've never seen something quite like this, but I was sent a picture a few years ago of a large cloudshaped hole that had been cut in a concrete floor slab. The contractor had scaled the delta cloud on the plans and then duplicated it on the floor. Click here for a cartoon commemorating that event.

SUPPORT AIA ALLIED MEMBERS

Our Allied Members are committed to the design community of Nevada and they show it by supporting the AIA through advertising, sponsorships and service on committees.

Allied Members Committee meetings are the 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 9:30am.

NEW CODES EFFECTIVE IN CITIES OF LAS VEGAS AND HENDERSON

The City of Las Vegas and the City of Henderson adopted the following new construction codes, with an effective date of March 23, 2023:

International Building Code 2021

International Fire Code 2021

International Wildland Urban Interface Code 2021

All permit applications received on March 23 or later must comply with the new codes. This includes but is not limited to any multifamily construction, commercial construction, walls, carports and pool permits, and IBC based standard plans. Incomplete applications received prior to March 23 must be made complete prior to adoption date or may be required to comply with the new codes.

More information:

Las Vegas Building & Safety Dept

Henderson Building & Fire Safety Dept

AIA'S 2023 TWENTY-FIVE YEAR AWARD: GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM BILBAO

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is a groundbreaking example of how art museums can transform and revitalize their surroundings It was designed by Frank O Gehry, FAIA, who envisioned a new form of architecture that would connect with the culture and history of Spain's Basque region The museum opened in 1997, at a time when digital and analog practices were merging, and has since become a vital part of Bilbao's urban life. It is a symbol of the power of good design to inspire creativity and reshape communities.

The museum's location was chosen in 1991, when the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation proposed to build a museum in Bilbao's industrial district, which had suffered from economic decline Gehry suggested a site next to the Nervión River, which flows through Bilbao to the sea He won the project because of his vision to create a new identity for Bilbao through his innovative design The museum is situated at the heart of a cultural triangle, formed by the Museo de Bellas Artes, Deusto university, and the historic town hall. It is easily accessible from the city's business and historic districts, and the Puente de La Salve Bridge passes over its eastern edge, making it one of Bilbao's main entrances.

The museum's exterior combines Spanish limestone in its rectangular buildings with titanium panels in its sculpted forms, which reflect Bilbao's industrial heritage. The design team used 3D modeling software CATIA to optimize the design process, reduce costs and waste, and translate Gehry's vision into reality

Firm: Gehry Partners, LLP

Location: Bilbao, Spain

Associate Architects/Engineers: IDOM (Bilbao)

Engineer - Structural : Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Engineer - MEP: Cosentini Associates

Lighting Consultants: Lam Partners

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Campus Infrastructure Manager

Nevada State (NS) invites applications for the position of Campus Infrastructure Manager.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Campus Infrastructure, the Campus Infrastructure Manager will plan and implement a wide variety of physical facility improvement projects with keen attention paid to elements such as effective communication with stakeholders, budget, schedule, and compliance elements.

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/4232838

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