Washington DC ndash May 23 2016 ndash Delegates to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) national convention in Philadelphia elected Carl Elefante FAIA (AIA Potomac Valley) 2017 AIA First Vice President2018 AIA President Peter J Exley FAIA has been elected to serve as the 2017-2019 AIA At-large Director and Bruce W Sekanick AIA (AIA Eastern Ohio) has been elected to serve as the 2017-2018 AIA Secretary
Carl Elefante FAIA 2017 AIA First Vice President2018 President
From 2013 to 2015 Elefante served as regional director of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council he is also a sustainability expert who has worked closely with the AIA Committee on the Environment the Historic Resources Committee and the Sustainability Scan Advisory Group He served as president of AIA Maryland in 2012 and AIA Potomac Valley in 2009 A principal at Quinn Evans Architects in Washington DC Elefante received his BArch from the University of Maryland School of Architecture Planning and Preservation
Peter J Exley FAIA 2017-2019 At-large Director
Currently the Illinois Regional Representative on the Strategic Council Exley is also chair of the Public Awareness Campaign Subcommittee of the Public Outreach Committee along with serving as the board liaison for the Young Architects Forum An adjunct professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago since 1992 he is also co-founder
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u AIA Collaborate 3
uGet Involved with AIA ENY 3
u VP Program Corner 4
u AIAENY Event September 28 5
uAnnual Boat Cruise 2016 6
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AIA National Newly Elected Leaders for 2017
Continued on page 3
ArchitextPage 2 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
2016 AIA Eastern New York Board of Directors and Executive Committee
PresidentMark Thaler AIA
President ElectBaani Singh AIA
TreasurerTina Mesiti-Ceacuteas AIA
SecretaryBrennan Drake Assoc AIA
VP - ProgramsJoe Paradis AIA
Past-PresidentMelissa L Clarke AIA
AIA NYS Director Pasquale Marchese AIA
Jeffrey Morris AIA(through 2016)
Daniel Wilson AIA(through 2017)
Mark Landon AIA(through 2018)
Architext is a publication of the Eastern New York Chapter of the AIA Please send photo article announcement or presentation information for consideration for publication to the Eastern New York Chapter at adminaiaenyorg
CORRECTIONS Please contact AIAENY at adminaiaenyorg if you find any areas that need correction in the Architext AIA Eastern New York appreciates all comments and feedback
ArchitextEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Join us on linked in
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 3
AIA National Newly Elected Leaders for 2017 continuedand director of architecture at Architecture is Fun Exley received his BA from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and his MArch from the University of Pennsylvania
Bruce W Sekanick AIA 2017-2018 Secretary
Currently the chair of ArchiPAC Sekanick previously served as regional representative to the Strategic Council for 2015 and regional director on the Board of Directors from 2013 to 2014 both for the Ohio Valley Region He was also president of AIA Ohio in 2010 The managing director and secretary-treasurer at PhillipsSekanick Architects in Warren Ohio Sekanick received his BArch from Kent State University
Information Provided by AIA Nationalhttpnewaiaorgpress-releases13046-carl-elefante-faia-elected -2018-aia-president
Get Involved Get involved by joining one of our many AIAENY Chapter Committees
Email us at adminaiaenyorg to hear more about these opportunities
Saratoga Design Conference September 29 - October 1 2016
ArchitextPage 4 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The VP-Programs Corner
Dear AIAENY Chapter Members
The programs committee at the AIAENY board is working hard to provide you with various opportunities to acquire valuable continuing education credits and to network with your fellow members On May 23 some of you had the opportunity to attend the first of two energy code classes at UAlbany It was focused on commercial projects and provided by the Urban Green Council The second offering occurred on Monday August 15 which geared more toward residential projects Thank you to all of our attendees
Over the summer we enjoyed two fantastic tours The first took place at the Renaissance Hotel which was followed by a networking Happy Hour that was graciously sponsored by BBL The second tour offered was of Liberty Terrace at University of Albany Both events provided CEs as well as a great opportunity to get together with colleagues
Our busy summer also included our Second Annual Summer Mixer at the Sports Grill in East Greenbush on July 28 Several attendees enjoyed looking at our Design Award Winner Boards great food amp drink and mingling with attendees from several different Professional Associations
We hope you enjoy our upcoming Emerging Professionals in Saratoga on September 28 We encourage those of you looking ahead toward licensure or newly licensed architects to join us to share your experiences over a beer or two and some food It is also a great way to kick off the New York State Design Awards that is being held on September 29-October 1
As always if you have any suggestions for programs tours lunch and learns or would like to organize an event in your area please feel free to email me at josephmparadisgmailcom
We look forward to seeing you at upcoming events
With the best regardsJoseph M Paradis AIA LEED AP AIAENY VP-Programs 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 5
MIXERAIA EASTERNNEW YORK
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Special Discount for Studentsamp Emerging ProfessionalsBring your business card or student ID
$5for Members$10for Non-Members amp Walk-Ins$15
SEPTEMBER 28 | 530-730PM
1 DRINK TICKETBEER bull WINE bull SODA
A VARIETY OFAPPETIZERS
LAKE
550 UNION AVE | SARATOGA SPRINGS
ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
2016 ALLIED MEMBERS
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Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
ArchitextPage 2 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
2016 AIA Eastern New York Board of Directors and Executive Committee
PresidentMark Thaler AIA
President ElectBaani Singh AIA
TreasurerTina Mesiti-Ceacuteas AIA
SecretaryBrennan Drake Assoc AIA
VP - ProgramsJoe Paradis AIA
Past-PresidentMelissa L Clarke AIA
AIA NYS Director Pasquale Marchese AIA
Jeffrey Morris AIA(through 2016)
Daniel Wilson AIA(through 2017)
Mark Landon AIA(through 2018)
Architext is a publication of the Eastern New York Chapter of the AIA Please send photo article announcement or presentation information for consideration for publication to the Eastern New York Chapter at adminaiaenyorg
CORRECTIONS Please contact AIAENY at adminaiaenyorg if you find any areas that need correction in the Architext AIA Eastern New York appreciates all comments and feedback
ArchitextEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Join us on linked in
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 3
AIA National Newly Elected Leaders for 2017 continuedand director of architecture at Architecture is Fun Exley received his BA from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and his MArch from the University of Pennsylvania
Bruce W Sekanick AIA 2017-2018 Secretary
Currently the chair of ArchiPAC Sekanick previously served as regional representative to the Strategic Council for 2015 and regional director on the Board of Directors from 2013 to 2014 both for the Ohio Valley Region He was also president of AIA Ohio in 2010 The managing director and secretary-treasurer at PhillipsSekanick Architects in Warren Ohio Sekanick received his BArch from Kent State University
Information Provided by AIA Nationalhttpnewaiaorgpress-releases13046-carl-elefante-faia-elected -2018-aia-president
Get Involved Get involved by joining one of our many AIAENY Chapter Committees
Email us at adminaiaenyorg to hear more about these opportunities
Saratoga Design Conference September 29 - October 1 2016
ArchitextPage 4 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The VP-Programs Corner
Dear AIAENY Chapter Members
The programs committee at the AIAENY board is working hard to provide you with various opportunities to acquire valuable continuing education credits and to network with your fellow members On May 23 some of you had the opportunity to attend the first of two energy code classes at UAlbany It was focused on commercial projects and provided by the Urban Green Council The second offering occurred on Monday August 15 which geared more toward residential projects Thank you to all of our attendees
Over the summer we enjoyed two fantastic tours The first took place at the Renaissance Hotel which was followed by a networking Happy Hour that was graciously sponsored by BBL The second tour offered was of Liberty Terrace at University of Albany Both events provided CEs as well as a great opportunity to get together with colleagues
Our busy summer also included our Second Annual Summer Mixer at the Sports Grill in East Greenbush on July 28 Several attendees enjoyed looking at our Design Award Winner Boards great food amp drink and mingling with attendees from several different Professional Associations
We hope you enjoy our upcoming Emerging Professionals in Saratoga on September 28 We encourage those of you looking ahead toward licensure or newly licensed architects to join us to share your experiences over a beer or two and some food It is also a great way to kick off the New York State Design Awards that is being held on September 29-October 1
As always if you have any suggestions for programs tours lunch and learns or would like to organize an event in your area please feel free to email me at josephmparadisgmailcom
We look forward to seeing you at upcoming events
With the best regardsJoseph M Paradis AIA LEED AP AIAENY VP-Programs 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 5
MIXERAIA EASTERNNEW YORK
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Special Discount for Studentsamp Emerging ProfessionalsBring your business card or student ID
$5for Members$10for Non-Members amp Walk-Ins$15
SEPTEMBER 28 | 530-730PM
1 DRINK TICKETBEER bull WINE bull SODA
A VARIETY OFAPPETIZERS
LAKE
550 UNION AVE | SARATOGA SPRINGS
ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
2016 ALLIED MEMBERS
Arc
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IA E
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rn N
ew Y
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1450
Wes
tern
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Su
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101
Alb
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NY
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03Ph
518
-694
-536
5Fa
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18-4
63-8
656
Em
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adm
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aiae
nyo
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Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 3
AIA National Newly Elected Leaders for 2017 continuedand director of architecture at Architecture is Fun Exley received his BA from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and his MArch from the University of Pennsylvania
Bruce W Sekanick AIA 2017-2018 Secretary
Currently the chair of ArchiPAC Sekanick previously served as regional representative to the Strategic Council for 2015 and regional director on the Board of Directors from 2013 to 2014 both for the Ohio Valley Region He was also president of AIA Ohio in 2010 The managing director and secretary-treasurer at PhillipsSekanick Architects in Warren Ohio Sekanick received his BArch from Kent State University
Information Provided by AIA Nationalhttpnewaiaorgpress-releases13046-carl-elefante-faia-elected -2018-aia-president
Get Involved Get involved by joining one of our many AIAENY Chapter Committees
Email us at adminaiaenyorg to hear more about these opportunities
Saratoga Design Conference September 29 - October 1 2016
ArchitextPage 4 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The VP-Programs Corner
Dear AIAENY Chapter Members
The programs committee at the AIAENY board is working hard to provide you with various opportunities to acquire valuable continuing education credits and to network with your fellow members On May 23 some of you had the opportunity to attend the first of two energy code classes at UAlbany It was focused on commercial projects and provided by the Urban Green Council The second offering occurred on Monday August 15 which geared more toward residential projects Thank you to all of our attendees
Over the summer we enjoyed two fantastic tours The first took place at the Renaissance Hotel which was followed by a networking Happy Hour that was graciously sponsored by BBL The second tour offered was of Liberty Terrace at University of Albany Both events provided CEs as well as a great opportunity to get together with colleagues
Our busy summer also included our Second Annual Summer Mixer at the Sports Grill in East Greenbush on July 28 Several attendees enjoyed looking at our Design Award Winner Boards great food amp drink and mingling with attendees from several different Professional Associations
We hope you enjoy our upcoming Emerging Professionals in Saratoga on September 28 We encourage those of you looking ahead toward licensure or newly licensed architects to join us to share your experiences over a beer or two and some food It is also a great way to kick off the New York State Design Awards that is being held on September 29-October 1
As always if you have any suggestions for programs tours lunch and learns or would like to organize an event in your area please feel free to email me at josephmparadisgmailcom
We look forward to seeing you at upcoming events
With the best regardsJoseph M Paradis AIA LEED AP AIAENY VP-Programs 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 5
MIXERAIA EASTERNNEW YORK
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Special Discount for Studentsamp Emerging ProfessionalsBring your business card or student ID
$5for Members$10for Non-Members amp Walk-Ins$15
SEPTEMBER 28 | 530-730PM
1 DRINK TICKETBEER bull WINE bull SODA
A VARIETY OFAPPETIZERS
LAKE
550 UNION AVE | SARATOGA SPRINGS
ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
2016 ALLIED MEMBERS
Arc
hite
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IA E
aste
rn N
ew Y
ork
1450
Wes
tern
Ave
Su
ite
101
Alb
any
NY
122
03Ph
518
-694
-536
5Fa
x 5
18-4
63-8
656
Em
ail
adm
in
aiae
nyo
rg
Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
ArchitextPage 4 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The VP-Programs Corner
Dear AIAENY Chapter Members
The programs committee at the AIAENY board is working hard to provide you with various opportunities to acquire valuable continuing education credits and to network with your fellow members On May 23 some of you had the opportunity to attend the first of two energy code classes at UAlbany It was focused on commercial projects and provided by the Urban Green Council The second offering occurred on Monday August 15 which geared more toward residential projects Thank you to all of our attendees
Over the summer we enjoyed two fantastic tours The first took place at the Renaissance Hotel which was followed by a networking Happy Hour that was graciously sponsored by BBL The second tour offered was of Liberty Terrace at University of Albany Both events provided CEs as well as a great opportunity to get together with colleagues
Our busy summer also included our Second Annual Summer Mixer at the Sports Grill in East Greenbush on July 28 Several attendees enjoyed looking at our Design Award Winner Boards great food amp drink and mingling with attendees from several different Professional Associations
We hope you enjoy our upcoming Emerging Professionals in Saratoga on September 28 We encourage those of you looking ahead toward licensure or newly licensed architects to join us to share your experiences over a beer or two and some food It is also a great way to kick off the New York State Design Awards that is being held on September 29-October 1
As always if you have any suggestions for programs tours lunch and learns or would like to organize an event in your area please feel free to email me at josephmparadisgmailcom
We look forward to seeing you at upcoming events
With the best regardsJoseph M Paradis AIA LEED AP AIAENY VP-Programs 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 5
MIXERAIA EASTERNNEW YORK
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Special Discount for Studentsamp Emerging ProfessionalsBring your business card or student ID
$5for Members$10for Non-Members amp Walk-Ins$15
SEPTEMBER 28 | 530-730PM
1 DRINK TICKETBEER bull WINE bull SODA
A VARIETY OFAPPETIZERS
LAKE
550 UNION AVE | SARATOGA SPRINGS
ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
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Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
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every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 5
MIXERAIA EASTERNNEW YORK
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Special Discount for Studentsamp Emerging ProfessionalsBring your business card or student ID
$5for Members$10for Non-Members amp Walk-Ins$15
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ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
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Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
ArchitextPage 6 Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016
The Annual AIA ENY Boat Cruise was held on June 15th We had beautiful weather and great evening on the Hudson aboard the Captain JP Cruise
We at AIA are trying to bring something different to you every year last year we had a social cruise for everyone to spend time together This year we decided to explore what is happening in our own backyard and understand the revitalization of Troy Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski wowed us with planned transformation of Troy and revitalization of the River side Barbara nelson of TAP inc discussed the vision of improving the Troy
Beautiful views Wonderful DJ great food and good friends what more could you ask Attendees spent time with our sponsors who are so important in making our Annual Cruise a success each year Members socialized with consultant and suppliers strengthened old relationships and made new ones
On our scenic voyage up on the tower structure we witnessed the beauty of a bald eagle it was quite exhilarating On our return trip we raffled tickets to AIA NYS Design Conference in Saratoga AIA ENY chapter events Newsletter and Website marketing
Special thanks to this yearsrsquos sponsors GPI Turner VMJR Companies Forbo Marvin Windows Interface Carpet for their gracious sponsorship and time Please consider their commitment to our chapter
If you have any suggestions for next yearrsquos cruise please feel free to email me at bonnied2dgmailcom
Baani Singh AIA NCIDQ LEED AP
AIAENY President-Elect 2016
Annual Boat Cruise 2016
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
2016 ALLIED MEMBERS
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Em
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Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
Architext Issue 2 | Volume 26 | September 2016 Page 7
AW Hastings
2 Pearson WayEnfield CT 06082
(518) 708-4155 Cindy Breheny CSI CDT
Architectural Products Consultantwwwawhastingscom
Crawford Door amp Window Sales529 Third Ave
Rensselaer NY 12144Phone (518) 286-1900 x18
Tim Whitelaw CSICommercial Division Manager
wwwupstatenypellacom
Greenman-Pederson Inc80 Wolf Road Suite 300
Albany NY 12205Phone (518) 453-9431 x233
John G RizzoAssistant Vice-President
wwwgpinetcom
Rand Imaginit1 Computer Drive South
Albany NY 12205 518-438-2223Allison Blaszky
ablaszkyrandcom
Sam Greco Construction Inc801 Smith Blvd Port of Albany
Albany NY 12202Phone (518) 465-1155
Sam GrecoPresident
wwwgrecoconstructioncom
The Sherwin-Williams Co331 Usherrsquos Road
Ballston Lake NY 12019Phone (585) 278-7244
Stephen ABlossomArchitectural Account Executive
wwwsherwin-williamscom
TraneIngersoll Rand
301 Old Niskayuna Rd Suite 1Latham NY 12110
(518) 724-1420Kathleen Backenson
Director of Marketing CT-NY-VT District
kbackensontranecomwwwtranecom
TraneCTNYVT
VMJR CompaniesPO Box 578 Glens Fall 12801
Phone (518) 792-1128Victor Macri Owner
Victormacrivmjrcompaniescomhttpwwwvmjrcompaniescom
2016 ALLIED MEMBERS
Arc
hite
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rn N
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1450
Wes
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Alb
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NY
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518
-694
-536
5Fa
x 5
18-4
63-8
656
Em
ail
adm
in
aiae
nyo
rg
Thank You for your continued support of AIA Eastern New York as 2016 Allied Members
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE
AIA Eastern New YorkA Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
MISSION
To provide meaningful value and services to member architects and assist in their professional development and success
To promote the profession and practice of architecture in the Eastern New York area through public outreach and be a visible
point of contact to the local community
To develop opportunities for members to dialogue and interact with one another in substantive ways
To nurture young architectural professionals to become our future members and leaders
To highlight the achievements of our members
To responsibly maintain a stable organization from which to pursue our mission
To support architectural initiatives which seek to improve the quality of the built environment and create livable communities
To act as a conduit between our members and AIA New York State and AIA National ndash the voice of the architectural profession and the
resource for its members in service to society
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDAlbany NY
Permit No 313
AIA Eastern New York1450 Western Ave Suite 101Albany NY 12203Ph 518-694-5365Fax 518-463-8656Email adminaiaenyorg
every book has an author
every dress has a designer
every painting has an artist
every orchestra has a conductor
every dance has a choreographer
every screenplay has a writer
every building has an architect
every opera has a composer
every film has a director
every magazine has an editor
every sculpture has a sculptor
The AmericanInstituteof Architects
NEW YORK STATE