American Institute of Architects Iowa Chapter

Small Firm Lunch

Date	Start	End	Location		Event Registration
24 Feb 2010	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	AIA Iowa 400 Locust, Ste. 100 Des Moines, IA 50309		Registration has ended.

AIA Iowa Small Firms are invited to the AIA Iowa office to have lunch with Evan Swanson who will share information about Prairie Pella.

Window Replacement Solutions for Commercial Buildings

We often think of building projects as new construction. However, the reality is that in any given year, there are typically more building renovation and rehabilitation projects undertaken by owners than there are new construction projects. Only a small percentage of these existing building projects fall in the category of “historic” with the associated public programs and design restrictions that go along with that designation. The majority are motivated by changing owner needs, energy concerns, maintenance considerations, and general modernization or upgrade requirements. In all of these cases, windows are often a topic of interest and concern. Should they be replaced or can they be repaired? If they are replaced, what are the options? Which option is best for a particular situation? Understanding how to answer these questions gives architects the ability to work with their clients to make informed decisions and improve the overall outcome of projects.

Learning Objectives:

Define the historic significance of existing windows in buildings.
Differentiate between different historic standards & guidelines for window rehabilitation.
Design a window rehabilitation plan for buildings.
Evaluate window replacement options for existing commercial and institutional buildings.

Learn more about the Pella Corporation at www.pellacommercial.com

RSVP by February 23rd at 12:00 Noon

Practitioners from very small firms in Iowa are invited to come to our office once to twice a month to participate in a Lunch and Learn provided by an AIA Iowa Allied Member. Since most providers do not do these lunches in small firms, this is an opportunity for the Allied Member to have another vehicle for communication with architects and for the AIA Iowa Small Firm Member to get materials and information they need to do business.