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The AIA Home Design Trend Survey is conducted quarterly
with a panel of
600 architecture firms that concentrate their practice in the residential
sector
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This figure is
especially significant due to the relatively short design period and tight
schedules
of many residential projects.
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Baker also stated that, "There has been a significant shift in consumer
preference from formal
living and dining rooms towards more 'informal spaces'
featuring an open space layout of family rooms
, dens, and activity rooms.riba bookshops
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The AIACC congratulates this year's recipients
on their
significant achievements. Future surveys will cover home features (special function rooms
and
special features in homes), emerging design trends (design of communities, use
of technology
in the home, new residential products), and kitchen and bath
features and products.empie proponent
As AIA members
, nearly 75,000 licensed architects,
emerging professionals and allied partners express their commitment
to
excellence in design and livability in our nation's buildings and communities.architecture booksellers
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The AIACC represents
the interests of 10,000 architects and allied
professionals in California.
The average project
backlog of work under contract necessary to keep an entire
staff fully employed is five to five and
one-half months.antiquarian houseplan
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SACRAMENTO, Calif.----Ten members
of the American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC)
were elevated to the prestigious
College of Fellows, an honor awarded
to members who have made contributions of national significance
to the
profession of architecture. "Additionally, the condominium and
town house market was nearly
as strong, with over half of firms reporting
improving conditions for these units.bookstore 1830s
Meyer, FAIA; Zoltan
E., FAIA; and Frank Villalobos, FAIA. Today the AIACC is the largest
component of the national AIA
organization.
"Our data demonstrates that the remodeling market, for both
additions/alterations
and kitchen/bath renovations, were the strongest sectors
in the residential market for the first
quarter of 2005," said AIA Chief
Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon.aia minding
AIA."
Key residential
design trend findings:
* Accessibility: 62% of firms reported that homes are becoming more
accessible with features such as wider hallways, fewer steps, and the
growing popularity
of single-floor design
* Informal space: 66% of firms reported that "informal space" is
increasing, along with a trend towards an open space layout in the home
* Home size:
40% of firms reported square footage of homes is still
increasing, while only 13% report declines
* Home layout: 49% of firms reported that finished basements and attics
are increasing
in popularity, as owners of older homes are looking to
increase their living space
* Outdoors: 48% of firms reported upscale landscaping is on the increase,
as is the popularity
of outdoor living space with features such as
decks, porches, and patios
* Amenities:
30% of firms reported the increase in other outdoor amenities
including swimming pools, tennis
courts, and gazebos
Firms in all regions reported positive business conditions, with those
in
the South experiencing the greatest gains and those in the Midwest lagging
behind the other
regions.proponent kaiser
The
honor is conferred on architects with at least 10 years of membership
in the AIA
who have made significant contributions in the following
area: aesthetic, scientific, standards of
architectural education,
training, practice and the advancement of living standards through and
improved
environment., FAIA; Herbert A. We have found that the primary drivers
in this particular market
are young adults and empty-nesters who are
interested in moving into urban neighborhoods.
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The new Fellows, entitled to use the designation "FAIA" following
their names, will be inducted
into the College of Fellows at the 2005
AIA National Convention in Las Vegas May 20, 2005.
The
following California architects are now members of the AIA
College of Fellows; Thomas H. For more
information,
visit www. Another contributing factor to the continued health
of the housing market
is the backlog of projects that firms have reported.bookstore implement
Fueled by a strong housing market, architecture
firms working in
the residential sector have reported favorable business conditions; with 44%
of
respondents indicating that their overall billings increased by more than
5% in the first quarter
of 2005, while only 10% reported declines in billings
from the fourth quarter of 2004.kaiser domes
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Reflective of an aging population and the "baby boomer" generation approaching
retirement
, the survey results highlight an increasing demand for greater
accessibility and single-floor design
which promotes easier mobility within
the home.boulder riba
About The American Institute of Architects
Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of
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Healthy Housing
Market among Key Findings
WASHINGTON, The American Institute of Architects
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Cohen, FAIA;
George Peyton Hall Jr.aia.empie riba
Pali, FAIA; David Petta, FAIA;
Ron F.
Members
adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct that assures the
client, the public, and colleagues
of an AIA-member architect's dedication to
the highest standards in professional practice.implement houseplan
Founded
in 1944, AIACC's mission supports
architects in their endeavor to improve the quality of life for
all
Californians by creating more livable communities, sustainable designs
and quality work environments
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The American Institute of Architects California Council Announce Ten Members Elevated to the American
Institute of Architects College of Fellows
From a national membership of more than 74,000 there
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than 2,500 AIA members distinguished with the honor of fellowship.antiquarian nai
Katz, FAIA; Thomas Mayne
,
FAIA; Carl F.American Institute of Architects Introduces Home Design Trends Survey Results
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