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Call For Entries For Design Awards 2010

1.19.10 | New York, NY | AIA New York issued a Call for Entries for the Design Awards.   For the first time, the Design Awards submissions process is completely digital.  Online submissions will close at 6:00 pm on Friday, February 5. Work submitted in the Architecture and Interiors categories must be completed. In the Urban Design Category, work may be in any state of process or completion. 

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AIA CHICAGO Announces 2010 Board Of Directors

1.15.10 | Chicago, IL | AIA Chicago announced its 2010 Board of DirectorsWalter D. Street III will serve at President and Fred Brandstrader was voted President Elect. Mr. Street is a senior architect at Johnson & Lee, Ltd. and previously served as Treasurer for AIA-Chicago in 2008. President Elect, Brandstrader has been an active member of AIA Chicago for 20 years and was the chapter's Vice President of Government Affairs from 2005-2007.

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IIDA Announces 2010 Call for Entries

1.7.10 | Chicago, IL | IIDA issued a Call for Entries for two competitions. The 37th Annual Interior Design Competition honors interior design, encouraging new ideas and techniques in the design and furnishing of interior spaces. The 18th Annual Will Ching Design Competition recognizes designers working in firms of five or fewer employees and encourages new ideas and techniques in the design and furnishing of commercial spaces. Design projects eligible for submission must have been completed after January 1, 2008. The deadline to submit completed entries is Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

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IIDA Education Department Hires Michael Ancheta, Promotes Ely Padilla

1.7.10 | Chicago, IL | Michael Ancheta was hired as Managing Director, Education Services and Programs, and Ely Padilla was promoted to Director of Continuing Education for IIDA. Prior to joining IIDA, Mr. Ancheta was with Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc., serving in its Trade Show Division as Operations Manager. Ms. Padilla has been with IIDA HQ for more than 13 years working with chapter leaders, members, and manufacturers.

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ASID-IL Presents Design Summit Feb. 25, 2010

1.6.10 | Chicago, IL | The American Society of Interior Designers - Illinois Chapter will hold its sixth annual Design Summit on February 25, 8 am-3 pm. The one-day conference and exposition takes place on the 8th floor of The Merchandise Mart Design Center, 200 Merchandise Plaza, Chicago, IL. The theme for the Design Summit is, "Riding the Recession Rebound," and will feature keynote speaker Gloria Jean of Gloria Jean's Coffee and Juliana Catlin. Six CEU-accredited seminars are available.

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Tisch Wins GOOD DESIGN Award

1.5.10 | Holland Landing, Ontario | Inscape Corporation received a GOOD DESIGN award for its Tisch table-based system. Designed with modular components and an intelligent rail system, Tisch can be reconfigured as workplace needs change and evolve, and the cable management system provides fast and easy access to power and data. 

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Anthony P. Schirripa Installed As President Of AIA NY Chapter

12.10.09 | New York, NY | Anthony P. Schirripa, Chairman and CEO of Mancini Duffy, was inaugurated as the 2010 President of the AIA New York Chapter. The theme for his Presidency is “Architect as Leader,” which Mr. Schirripa describes as a time to celebrate the complete architect. Throughout the year, a series of programs, competitions and exhibitions will explore the role of the architect in the leadership of firms and projects, in communities and the political arena.

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NCIDQ Launches New Web Site

12.10.09 | Washington, DC | The National Council for Interior Design Qualification launched a redesigned NCIDQ Web site for greater functionality and appeal and more focus around a  audience-specific experience. Inside the Q is a new blog that focuses on all facets of NCIDQ, from insider tips on application process to special messages from NCIDQ’s Executive Director. QShop provides instant access to NCIDQ’s continuing education monographs and examination study materials. 

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IIDA Providence To Host Holiday Gala

12.4.09 | Hartford, CT | IIDA/Hartford/New Haven City Center will host a Holiday Gala on December 10, 6-10 pm. In addition to good cheer, food, & music, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to My Sisters' Place, serving victims of domestic violence since 1979. The festivities take place at U.S.S. Chowder Pot, 165 Brainard Rd, Hartford, CT. 

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CIDA Announces New Interior Design Education Award

12.4.09 | Grand Rapids, MI | The Council for Interior Design Accreditation announced a new award celebrating innovative teaching and program-related practices. The Innovative Interior Design Education Award competition is open to faculty members and collaborating teams at CIDA-accredited interior design programs. Awards of up to $3,000 are available to winning entries. Submissions are due in the CIDA office no later than September 15, 2010. Award winners will be notified in January 2011. 

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