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  • An easy-to-read, informative and entertaining book called Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, M.D. provides insight into change and how people adapt, confront and thrive in the face of change. This has many implications for Architects and individuals in related fields for this time of rapid technological and economic change. It takes about two hours to read and retails for about $20. You might be able to buy it used for less.An easy-to-read, informative and entertaining book called Who Moved My Cheese?  by Spencer Johnson, M.D.

  • AIA Florida Takes a Leadership Role
    Authored by: Ron Johnson, AIA and Tom Cooper, AIA

    Florida along with the rest of the nation has reached a critical juncture of population growth, energy shortages, financial problems and deteriorating environmental conditions. In light of these concerns we believe the architects of Florida must offer their knowledge, experience and talents to help provide a better life and physical environment for its citizens.

  • The American Institute of Architects (AIA) was awarded the 2010 "Organization of the Year" Award from the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) for its efforts to create a participatory design culture in the United States. The award was presented in Scarborough, UK, as part of the IAP2's annual Core Values Awards, which recognize global leaders in public participation.

  • On October 5, 2010, Commissioner Doug Coward, St. Lucie County Commissioner presented to the Martin County Commission the beginning discussions of the benefits and objectives of the St. Lucie County Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF). The fund, available in St. Lucie County, will provide long term, low interest loans for residents of St.

  • AIA Florida has selected Stuart as the location of its 21 January 2011 Board of Directors Meeting. The meeting is open for all AIA Treasure Coast members to attend. This is a great opportunity for you to meet the leadership of AIA Florida and learn about the current issues that AIA Florida is working on for all of the AIA Florida members. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about issues important to you. We will provide more details about the meeting in December. If you are planning to attend please RSVP to Tom Cooper so we can plan for the additional seats required.

  • Design Winners Lead the Way

    By: Ann Taylor

    This three-story, custom designed home is located on three-quarters of an acre at the crest of the secondary coastal dune running from Fort Pierce to Hobe Sound. It offers elevated views to the east of the Intracoastal Waterway and to the west of Savannas Preserve State Park.

  • The United States General Services Administration is raising the bar to increase the energy efficiency of all of its new federal building construction projects. New projects must achieve LEED Gold certification, the second-highest rating from the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. For more info visit the Federal Times.