Architecture for Humanity Updates and Events

"High June" 2013: Dwell on Design & AIA National Convention

Karl Johnson — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:27:59 -0500

Don't miss us this week in both Denver and Los Angeles (but good luck catching us both places)

Conference season has shifted into full gear. We'd like to share a couple opportunities to mingle with professional peers, attend some insightful discussions and get a dose of Architecture for Humanity in-person, at Dwell in Design in Los Angeles (June 21-23) and at the American Institute of Architects National Convention in Denver (June 19-22).

We're continuing our partnership with molo design for our conference circuit this year - who are kitting out both the AIA and Dwell in Design trade floor booths as comfortable (and collapsible) places to mingle and trade tales of design and architecture.

I Love Architecture: Spring for your chapter

Karl Johnson — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:55:03 -0500

How do you connect an entire world of humanitarian designers and architects?

You build a network.

This year's "I Love Architecture" campaign celebrates the incredible people aligning their efforts with the Architecture for Humanity mission and designing like they mean it.

MakiBiz Request for Proposal Application Period Ended

hiromitabei — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:35:54 -0500

The application period of the MakiBiz "Build Back Better Tohoku" Request for Proposal has ended on 7 June 2013.

まきビズ「よりよい東北を」東日本大震災被災中小企業支援公募プログラムは２０１３年６月７日をもって閉め切らせていただきました。

We have received many applications. Currently we are reviewing all applications. We will select as many eligible businesses as possible, and announce grant recipients in a few weeks.

たくさんのご応募がありました。現在選考中です。数週間以内に助成金の配布先を皆様にお伝えする予定です。

Tohoku Update - June 06, 2013

Yuko Okamura — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:46:16 -0500

At TEDx: "A Simple Proposition for the Value of Design"

Karl Johnson — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:42:39 -0500

Preserving architecture as a profession will mean reversing some disturbing trends.

So says Eric Cesal who, when he's not directing the Resiliency and Reconstruction Studio at Architecture for Humanity, is tracking the value of design and architecture in its use around the world. Little surprise that the two (pre)occupations are related.

After looking at some recession statistics, Eric concluded that the world may view design as not valuable. He has evidence to the contrary, and delivered a talk recently at TEDx Piscataqua River (Portsmouth, NH) reviewing his work since he first addressed the value of architecture in Down Detour Road, through how design decisions have changed the lives of thousands in places like post-earthquake Haiti.

Small but Mighty: Insight into the Sioux Falls chapter

Katherine Allen — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:10:03 -0500

In Sioux Falls, South Dakota the impact of the local chapter of Architecture for Humanity is peppered throughout the city.

An affordable housing competition not only challenges the local design professionals, but its results are directly benefiting Sioux Falls families. A garden shelter on a hospital campus serves as a resting place for weary gardeners, who have been flocking to the project. The chapter has numerous well-used built projects around the city, and has plans set in place even more. While the chapter recently suffered a relocation of three out of its four founding members, its aims are set no less high for becoming a municipal staple for design engagment.

Kristen Schulte and Steven Dix recently spoke with Headquarters about the chapter's story, their work, and their plans for growth. You can check out some of their work on the I Love Architecture page.

Land Tenure Fellow, Haiti

Darren Gill — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:56:50 -0500

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Start Date: Immediate
Duration:6 months

Description:

Architecture for Humanity has established an office of approximately 30 professionals and 6 support staff in Port au Prince, Haiti, following the devastating 2010 earthquake. Our design professionals are working on designing and building both schools and small businesses, working on mapping, planning and community development initiatives, as well as conducting a wide variety of training and outreach services.

Ground Breaking in Zimbabwe and South Africa

delphine luboz — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:30:51 -0500

Two new projects just broke ground in Africa. After several months (or even more than a year for Edendale!) of development, the projects are finally ready to get built in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and Edendale, South Africa. The local teams are on site, excavators are moving, and sites being cleared.

Designing Recovery Competition Launch!

Katie Wholey — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:53:13 -0500

Architecture for Humanity, in partnership with the American Institute of Architects, Make it Right, St. Bernard Project and competition sponsor Dow Building Solutions, is pleased to announce the "Designing Recovery" ideas competition geared at rebuilding sustainable and resilient communities to help survivors of recent disasters in New Orleans, LA , Joplin, MO, and New York, NY. The competition was officially announced today (June 13, 2013) at the Clinton Global Initiative's annual CGI America event.

Urban Designer Haiti

Darren Gill — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:43:21 -0500

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Start Date: Immediate
Commitment: 12 months, fulltime

Description:

Architecture for Humanity is seeking an Urban Designer to join our team. This is a unique and challenging opportunity for a senior professional, to lead and contribute, to participatory design efforts as part of the Rebuilding Center in Port-au-Prince.