Taking time to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of our staff is a continued practice at RSC Architects – just this past month, we were thrilled to attend AIA New Jersey - The New Jersey Society of Architects’ annual Gala, where Erik Polyzou, AIA, ACHA, was presented with their “Young Architect of the Year” Service Award.
We’re honored that Erik’s commitment to #healthcare projects that improve community health and wellness, management of groundbreaking and innovative RSC projects, spirit of volunteerism, and active engagement in organizations that advance the industry are recognized not just within the RSC office, but by AIA-NJ, as well.
Congrats to all of the other design and service award winners!
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I'm honored to be part of AIA CA Housing Steering Committee that drafted this housing policy. Adequate housing for all!
1. People should have access to housing or living facilities which are safe, functional, sustainable and supportive of their activities and aspirations.
2. Investments in housing and living facilities should be made with consideration of emergency preparedness, development of sustainable long-term infrastructure, and the shaping of functional, sustainable, enriching, and supportive city making. The architectural design process can balance all dimensions of success, including equity and shared civic values.
3. Regulatory and code change must carefully consider potential unintended consequences, such as increased costs of delivering housing solutions. Architects can assist in ensuring that local context, site conditions, environmental goals, planning processes, design considerations, and construction methods are included in the formation of rules and processes so that well-intended goals and objectives can be made more efficient and cost effective while also maintaining adequate health, safety and welfare.
4. California communities must work to address the housing needs of their residents, including but not limited to affordable, supportive, missing middle, and market rate sectors. A community’s housing should include provisions for current and emerging issues such as different work modes, differing family and cohabitation needs, and those who have special needs or care. It should also address both emergency living facilities as well as permanent supportive architecture.
5. Architects often embrace collaboration and work with stakeholders in problem-solving discussions because open dialogue usually leads to the most inclusive form of functional, cost effective, climate responsive, enriching, supportive and durable solutions. The best design solutions promote effective stewardship of our environment as well as our communities.
6. The most successful housing design contributes to the enhancement of our communities in all dimensions: function, social equity, resource management, aesthetic enrichment, natural environment, health & wellness, and economic vitality. Architectural professionals are an essential part of shaping comprehensive housing solutions, especially when done in partnership with other types of housing advocates.
🌇 AIA California recognizes the increasingly complex challenges facing communities in developing housing solutions. As design professionals, we accept that stewardship of our communities and our environment is part of our mission, and we stand ready to focus and support the architectural profession in addressing the state’s multidimensional housing crisis.
In March, the AIA California Board of Directors approved a 💡Housing Policy to serve as a foundation for our next steps👣. Read the policy here: https://loom.ly/ULbtnGw
🖼️ Featured Project: Sister Lillian Murphy Community. 📐Paulett Taggart Architects with Associate Architect StudioVARA.📸 Bruce Damonte
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🌿🔍 Unlocking the Full Potential of Our Landscapes: A Call to Action! 🌍♿
Greetings, esteemed professionals and passionate advocates for a more inclusive world!
I am thrilled to extend an invitation to you for the upcoming webinar that promises to be a watershed moment in our journey toward more accessible landscapes. Hosted by the pioneering Accessibility in Landscape Initiative and promoted by the Landscape Middle East Magazine, this webinar will delve into the critical theme of "Accessibility in Landscapes".
📆 Why Should You Attend?
Our environment shapes our daily experiences, yet, for too many, these spaces remain out of reach. As we push the boundaries of what is possible, this webinar aims to inspire, educate, and challenge us all to reimagine the spaces we inhabit. From the principles of inclusive design to the untapped potential of accessible green spaces, our speakers will guide you through a transformative exploration of our surroundings.
💡 Who Will Benefit?
Whether you are a professional in the field of landscape architecture, urban planning, accessibility advocacy, or someone who shares our vision for a world where every space welcomes everyone, this webinar will equip you with insights, strategies, and the inspiration to make a tangible impact.
🌟 Be Part of the Movement!
This is more than just a webinar; it's a call to action. Join us in paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in accessible landscapes that cater to the needs of all community members, regardless of their physical abilities.
📌 Mark Your Calendar!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a community dedicated to making inclusivity in the environment a reality for everyone. Reserve your spot, and let’s embark on this journey together!
👉 RSVP Now (Link Bellow)
Let’s challenge ourselves and each other to make accessibility in landscapes not just a goal but a standard. Looking forward to seeing you there and making strides together towards a more inclusive world.
Together, we can transform our landscapes into spaces that empower, include, and welcome everyone.
#Accessibility#LandscapeDesign#InclusiveSpaces#Webinar#JoinUs#MakeADifference
Exciting panel discussion on the trend towards 'new suburbs' and the concept of the 15-minute city. This debate delves into the growing preference among architects, master-planners, and developers for creating lively micro-communities. We explore the feasibility of the 15-minute city idea and how architects can effectively plan for a diverse mix of amenities. Key points include the need for innovative solutions in traffic flow and infrastructure for regional hubs, the time required to integrate these hubs into existing cities or develop new micro-hub cities, and the potential similarities to the small town concept of the past. Join us for insights from panelists representing various perspectives in the industry. Moderated by Adam Smith, this promises to be a thought-provoking discussion at the FOA Summit. #FOA#FOASummit#FOAAwards.
Hopefully this article sheds some light on a program of successful projects carried out by the City. I wrote the article some time ago, as is apparent when it refers to childcare in the QVM Munro Building. The childcare became the City's lending library and completed what has been an enormously rewarding project.
Soon to follow, at QVM, is the final project in the suite, which is the Southern Site. That was pulled together by the City in 2014 through the consolidation of Council and State Government sites. The return from this site will help cover almost all the costs of the QVM Renewal Project and deliver further activation of this important precinct.
One of the next phases of the Renewal Project will be removing cars from the surface-level carpark and creating a 1.7-hectare Market Square—a welcome addition to a city that was first planned without any public squares and an important public space for one of the densest precincts of the central city.
Architect and urban designer Rob Adams AM reflects on Melbourne's 25-year journey with public-private partnerships (PPPs), showcasing successful projects and highlighting the city's commitment to inclusive development and long-term goals. Click the link below to read 👇
https://lnkd.in/gF6RPMGS
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The built environment plays a key role in shaping societal development, necessitating a human-centered approach to our work as designers and architects. This blog by my colleagues Tory Hereford, Peter Pendergrass, and Manan Shah explores the intersection between restorative justice and design, and how we can contribute to more equitable communities and cities.
https://ow.ly/QfSQ30sAXeq
Join us in #Sheffield on the 14th–15th June 2024 for our next Challenging Practice seminar!
This seminar is focusing on the theme of inclusion and exclusion in space. It is a key component of our flagship independent-learning programme, Challenging Practice: Essentials for the Social Production of Habitat.
Benefits of Participation:
- Learn about our Inclusion by Design programme.
- Develop an understanding of inclusion and exclusion within the built environment, and how these relate to intersecting social identities.
- Gain knowledge of diverse approaches, methods, and tools to address social exclusion in space.
- Reflect on the implications of prioritising lived experiences in built environment practice.
- Network with professionals and students who share a common interest in issues of inclusion and exclusion within the built environment.
- Benefit from the guidance and expertise of experienced ASF-UK facilitators.
- Receive a Challenging Practice Stage A certificate upon successful completion of the seminar.
- Gain priority access to the next Challenging Practice Stage B workshop.
Find more info and book here:
https://lnkd.in/ewp82JTA#architecture#urbanplanning#urbandesign#urbanpractice#cpd#inclusionbydesign
Project Manager at RSC Architects
5moI am very honored for having received this award. Congratulations to all the winners!