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MICHIGAN MODERN: Design That Shaped America 
June 13–16, 2013 
The state's historic preservation office brings together a range of professionals for an in-depth look at Michigan's role in developing American Modernism. 

Sugar Rush Los Angeles 
June 14, 2013 
An event benefitting Spark, a non-profit providing mentorship opportunities for students. The AIA|LA, a partner, will be honored.  

AIA Convention 2013
June 20–22, 2013
Head to Denver for The American Institute of Architects annual convention. Speakers include Gen. Colin R. Powell.

Dwell on Design 
June 21–23, 2013 
America's largest Modern design event comes to the LA Convention Center for a weekend of exhibits, panels and more. 

Monterey Design Conference 
September 27–29, 2013 
Kengo Kuma, Hon. FAIA, of Japan, Marcio Kogan, Hon. FAIA, of Brazil, and Odile Decq, of France, join an outstanding group of North American designers for one of the premier retreats for architects.

westedge 
October 3–6, 2013 
The inaugural design event, to be held at Santa Monica's Barker Hangar, will feature over 200 exhibitors along with expert panels and speakers. 

AIAS Forum 2012
December 29, 2013 
The annual meeting of the American Institute of Architecture Students and the global gathering of the architecture and design students.

 

Competitions 

Deadline: May 24
IMPACT NY 
IIDA NY with designNYC 

Deadline: May 29 
2013 AIA|LA Design Awards Program
AIA|LA

Deadline: June 1
California Preservation Design Awards
California Preservation Foundation

Deadline: July 29
World Design Impact Prize 2013–2014 
ICSID 

Deadline: December 31
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Monday
Nov082010

Innovative Proposal for Solar-Paneled Canopy on Santa Monica Freeway

 

Sweden-based architect Mans Tham designed this serpent-shaped solar skin for the Sana Monica freeway. The proposed renovation of existing urban infrastructure is a critical pivot in the conversation on sustainable design, and the proposal presents an approach that would provide 237 acres of solar power to the middle of Los Angeles.

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Tuesday
Sep072010

Aesthetically Pleasing (And Functional!) Solar Panel Slate Roofing 

These innovative solar slates from Heritage Solar Slate have been developed with similar aesthetic properties to roofing slates. They are fully weather proof and, unlike traditional solar panels, blend in with standard roof slates to provide an aesthetically pleasing solar panel roof. Heritage Solar Slates are ideal for use in conservation areas, on historic buildings, new builds or renovation projects. It is hoped that the slate panels will enable groups like The UK's National Trust to reduce the carbon footprint of historical buildings and attractions.

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