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01 Mar ' 12:25
Modernism on Main Street
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - AIA Chicago, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 250
Sponsor: AIA Chicago Historic Resources KC
Free for members, $15.00 non-members
1 LUThe economic prosperity of post-WWII America brought many changes to America’s Main Streets. Some were small while other changes were more sweeping, from a host of new buildings to the conversions of entire downtowns into pedestrian malls. Understanding how these resources fit into the larger contexts of modern architecture and consumerism is critical to fostering an appreciation for them, as they tell important stories about community evolution. Anthony Rubano from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency explores how Main Street’s architecture evolved in the mid-twentieth century and presents examples of communities that have made it a priority to preserve and market their more recent history. Bring your lunch; beverages provided.
Information: 312/670.7770; Information and registration on-line.
6:00 P.M.,Archeworks, 625 North Kingsbury, at Ontario
Archeworks
Open to the public. Free event, RSVP required.Students will discuss the current status of two research projects, including the Mobile Food Collective, and Washington Park Grows, a collaboration with the Chicago Botanic Garden and Rehabilitation Institute to create a therapeutic garden in Washington Park.
RSVP and information on-line.
Project Checklists – Construction Documents
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - AIA Chicago, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 250
Sponsor: AIA Chicago Practice Management KC
Free event
Our third meeting will focus on construction documents. Anyone interested in contributing to this effort is welcome to attend or contact chair Mike Lough via e-mail.Information: 312/670.7770; Information and registration on-line.
Roofing Codes in Chicago and Illinois
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Chicago Bar Association, 321 South Plymouth Court
Sponsor: AIA Chicago Technical Issues KC
Free for members, $15.00 non-members
1 LU/HSW/SDBill McHugh, executive director of the Chicago Roofing Contractors Association, will summarize information about roofing systems, codes, and licensing requirements in Chicago and Illinois. Requirements from Chicago’s Urban Heat Island Effect Ordinance will be reviewed as well as the history of gravel-surfaced roofs. Lastly, garden roofs and roof-water drainage problems specific to Chicago will be examined. Bring your lunch or purchase a cafeteria ticket in the first-floor shop.
Information: 312/670.7770; Information and registration on-line.
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