Architecture Week is the signature educational and networking event of the American Institute of Architects Potomac Valley Chapter. The week celebrates and honors the design contributions of area architects to the built environment with a series of expert-led tours and discussions, plus some fun networking opportunities. Architecture Week culminates October 22 with the Chapter’s 2011…
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It’s been said that the most sustainable building is one that already stands. Now is your chance to learn about new federal guidelines for improving energy efficiency while preserving the character of historic buildings. Liz Petrella, LEED AP, of the National Park Service will discuss these guidelines, issued by the Secretary of the Interior, which…
How often do citizens, city officials, and other decision-makers find confusion instead of clarity when discussing urban design? How can we attempt to help guide neighborhoods, towns, and cities and overcome the failures of the past, address current issues, and anticipate the needs of the future when we lack of a common language on…