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Aia Las Vegas 2008 Directory & Resource Guide AIA LAS VEGAS 2008 DIRECTORY & RESOURCE GUIDE A Publication of AIA Las Vegas A Chapter of the American Institute of Architects AIA Las Vegas table of contents 2008 Directory & Resource Guide AIA COMPONENTS AND RESOURCES What is the AIA? A publication of AIA Member Covenant AIA Las Vegas AIA Structure A Chapter of AIA Member Benefits The American Institute of Architects THE AIA WESTERN MOUNTAIN REGION UNLV Box 454018 Paul B. Sogg WMR Council Architecture Bldg. WMR Components 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154 T: 702.895.0936 F: 702.895.4417 AIA NEVADA www.aialasvegas.org AIA Nevada 2008 Executive Committee 2007 Design Awards Recipients 2007 Service Awards Recipients Publisher and Managing Editor: Randy Lavigne, Hon. AIA, RESOURCE GUIDE Executive Director Nevada Senators & Representatives AIA Nevada / AIA Las Vegas Architectural Registration in Nevada [email protected] Nevada State Board of Architecture Interior Design and Residential Design UNLV School of Architecture Helpful Websites Editorial Committee: Kelly Lavigne AIA Las Vegas [email protected] AIA LAS VEGAS Mission Statement Debi Raffi, 2008 Platinum, Gold & Silver Sponsors AIA Las Vegas [email protected] AIA Las Vegas 2008 Board of Directors AIA Las Vegas Past Presidents List AIA Las Vegas Chapter Information AIA Las Vegas Sponsorship Opportunities 2008 Event Calendar AIA Las Vegas Advertising Opportunities AIA Las Vegas Scholarships AIA Continuing Education Program © 2008 AIA Las Vegas. AIA Las Vegas Membership & Dues Structure All rights reserved. The contents of this AIA Las Vegas Architecture Firm Profiles publication may not Architecture Firms by Project Types be reproduced by any AIA Las Vegas Allied Firm Profiles means, in whole or in Allied Firms by Product Types part without the prior written consent of the publisher. AIA Las Vegas what is the aia? 2008 Directory & Resource Guide “AIA” means The American Institute of Architects. It is the national association for architects and design professionals. When you see the designation “AIA” following the name of an architect, it means that he or she is a fully licensed and registered Mission Statement architect who upholds the highest standards of ethics and professional practice. It The American Institute means that he or she is a member of The American Institute of Architects and they of Architects is THE voice are dedicated to providing quality design, safeguarding the public and improving of the architecture our built environment. profession And THE resource for its The American Institute of Architects was created in 1857. For over150 years members in service to the organization has provided education, government advocacy, community society. development, public outreach activities and has endeavored to create an environment that is responsive to the people it serves. As members of the AIA, more than 85,000 licensed architects and associated professionals express their commitment to quality design and livability in our communities throughout the Vision Statement country. Through a culture of innovation, As members of the AIA,more than 80,000 licensed architects and associated The American Institute of professionals express their commitment to quality design and livability in our built Architects empowers its environments. members and inspires creation of a better built The Las Vegas Chapter of the American Institute of Architects – AIA Las Vegas – was environment. established in 1956, and has served the Las Vegas community for over fifty years. The architects and design professionals of AIA Las Vegas invite you to join with us to generate a greater awareness of art and architecture in our community and to improve the quality of our built environment. Good Design Makes A Difference The public policies and position statements of the Institute are available, along with For over150 years, an abundance of information on the history and purpose of the organization on the members of the national website located at www.aia.org American Institute of Architects For further information or to become a member please contact the AIA Las Vegas have worked with office at 702.895.0936, or visit our website at www.aialasvegas.org, or the AIA each other and their National website at www.aia.org. communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure and sustainable buildings and cityscapes. AIA Las Vegas the aia member covenant 2008 Directory & Resource Guide THE COMMITMENT OF THE AIA THE CONTRIBUTION OF MEMBERS The members of The American Institute Members of the AIA can realize the of Architects create a community to most value from their membership share knowledge and advocate a and contribute to the success of the shared vision to have a positive impact organization by: on the direction of the profession, the shape of our neighborhoods, and our Taking time to become informed about world. AIA services and programs. Informed members are most able to benefit from The American Institute of Architects is a AIA membership and to acquaint others democratic organization, representing about opportunities for professional members’ interests in the selection of advancement and influence on the leaders, the setting of priorities, and the profession and society. carrying out of programs. Participating in decisions. Broad The American Institute of Architects is participation by a diverse membership dedicated to the highest standards assures that the AIA is relevant to its of professionalism, integrity, and members and effective in its decisions. competence as embodied in the AIA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Participating in the planning and Conduct. carrying out of AIA programs and initiatives. Collectively, AIA members The American Institute of Architects can accomplish more when many represents the highest values of the professionals with their own ideas, profession in establishing public policies experience, creativity, and energy work and together. advancing positions. Contributing to a culture of inclusion, The American Institute of Architects mentorship, and support for AIA offers opportunities for members to members and pride in the organization. become more knowledgeable as Together, architects can translate professionals, increasing their value to the passion they feel for design into a clients and society. culture of pride and support for one another and the AIA as the voice of the The American Institute of Architects profession. supports the advancement of knowledge that leads to a more Contributing to the advancement capable profession, a better built of knowledge in the profession. With environment, and a brighter future for all every project unique, architects create people. innovative solutions that can inspire others and advance the profession The American Institute of Architects when shared through documentation creates opportunities for its members and education. to gather in fellowship and to advance areas of common interest. Responding as a citizen/architect to community needs. When members take The American Institute of Architects part in civic dialogue as volunteers, embraces the full spectrum of communities become better places, practitioners in membership and architects gain perspective, and the encourages the development of those profession is more highly valued. who would like to offer their talents to the profession of architecture. Shaping the organization and the profession as a leader in the AIA Members of AIA rely on those who step forward as leaders to articulate the profession’s values and to advance a shared vision. AIA Las Vegas aia component structure 2008 Directory & Resource Guide THE AIA WESTERN MOUNTAIN REGION COUNCIL AIA NATIONAL (Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah & Wyoming) EXECUTIVE Steven Loos, AIA - Senior Director COMMITTEE John Padilla, AIA - Junior Director Steve Lichtenberger, AIA - Secretary 2008 PRESIDENT Marshall E. Purnell, John Alejandro, AIA - Treasurer FAIA Michelle Gerchick, Assoc AIA – Associate Director Elizabeth Mitchell, Hon. AIA - CACE Representative 2008 FIRST VICE PRESIDENT/2009 PRESIDENT-ELECT AIA NEVADA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Marvin J. Malecha, FAIA Ric Licata, AIA - President Curt Carlson, AIA - President-elect VICE PRESIDENTS Mike Andersen, AIA - Secretary / Treasurer Peter J. Arsenault, Mark Hobaica, AIA - AIA Las Vegas Director AIA, NCARB, LEED AP (2007-2009) Sean Coulter, AIA - AIA Las Vegas Director Pat Pusich, AIA - AIA Northern Nevada Director Clark D. Manus, FAIA Kevin Jeffers, AIA - AIA Northern Nevada Director (2007-2009) Forrest McMullen, AIA - AIA Northern Nevada Director George H. Miller, Deepa Bharatakumar, AIA - IDP State Coordinator FAIA (2006-2008) Larry Macias, AIA - Disaster Preparedness Rep Miguel A. Rodriguez, Wade Simpson, AIA - Past President AIA (2006-2008) Fred Hillerby - Lobbyist Randy Lavigne, Hon. AIA - Executive Director 2006-2008 SECRETARY David R. Proffitt, AIA AIA LAS VEGAS AIA NORTHERN NEVADA 2007-2009 TREASURER BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Hal P. Munger, FAIA Mark Hobaica, AIA - President Pat Pusich, AIA – President CACE Sean Coulter, AIA - President-elect Brad Van Woert, AIA – President-Elect REPRESENTATIVE Chris Fenton, AIA - Secretary Deepa Bharatkumar, AIA – Secretary TO THE EXECUTIVE James Molder, AIA – Treasurer COMMITTE John Sawdon, AIA - Treasurer Bonnie Staiger Michele Tayengco, AIA - Director Forrest McMullen, AIA – Senior Director Mike Del Gatto, AIA - Director Jon Dewey, AIA – Junior Director ASSOCIATE Steven Fitzgerald, Assoc. AIA– Assoc. Director REPRESENTATIVE Dan Ballard, AIA -
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