Where Architecture Meets the City:

First week of classes at DAC!

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:46:54 -0400

First week of classes at DAC!

We’ve finally moved in, come see the hard work that has...

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:19:43 -0400

We’ve finally moved in, come see the hard work that has been done:

Here’s the second part of our October update!

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:07:08 -0400

Here’s the second part of our October update!

We’re very close to completion now, here’s our...

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:58:42 -0400

We’re very close to completion now, here’s our October update!

Part 3 update of the ongoing construction at the District...

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:08:16 -0400

Part 3 update of the ongoing construction at the District Architecture Center

Part 2 update of the ongoing construction at the District...

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:49:11 -0400

Part 2 update of the ongoing construction at the District Architecture Center

Part 1 update of the ongoing construction at the District...

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:29:33 -0400

Part 1 update of the ongoing construction at the District Architecture Center

October is almost here and there are many changes happening at...

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:36:44 -0400

October is almost here and there are many changes happening at DAC!

More updates from the construction going on this week

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:13:58 -0400

More updates from the construction going on this week

More photos of the work being made in the lower level of the...

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:01:03 -0400

More photos of the work being made in the lower level of the Alliance Française classrooms.

Come see the classrooms on our lower level of DAC!

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:47:46 -0400

Come see the classrooms on our lower level of DAC!

The ductwork is being installed now at the District Architecture...

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:34:14 -0400

The ductwork is being installed now at the District Architecture Center.

Construction is moving very quickly this week, as you can see...

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:03:11 -0400

Construction is moving very quickly this week, as you can see the progress on both floors.

Just came back from visiting DAC, here is the latest progress being made

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 09:05:02 -0400

Photo

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:43:28 -0400

Major Progress is Being Made in Building the District Architecture Center

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:17:01 -0400

Photos of our late July/early August update coming soon! But,...

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 15:06:05 -0400

Photos of our late July/early August update coming soon! But, meanwhile check out two final renderings from Hickok Cole Architects.

Top: Lobby
Bottom: Classroom(s)

Learn about donor benefits & recognition!

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:20:00 -0400

Learn about donor benefits & recognition!:

Click on the link above to learn about donor benefits and recognition. Included is a campaign giving form for our charitable organization.

Help us help the architectural community by giving to DAC!

If you would rather donate online, clicking on this link will transport you to cvent, where you may begin the donation process.

Here are some frequently asked questions to aid your...

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:55:00 -0400

Here are some frequently asked questions to aid your understanding of DAC’s present and future:

What is the fundraising goal? In order to fully realize its vision and build the new District Architecture Center, the Washington Architectural Foundation is mounting a campaign to raise $1.5 million for construction and program costs by October 2011.

What does that District Architecture Center include?

• Reception Area – sponsored by James G. Davis Construction Corporation

The reception area is fully accessible and solves the accessibility issues for our space as well as the entire office building. Folks needing access to the elevator within the office space can walk or roll through our space without needing to negotiate the building’s entry stairway. The reception area includes two video screens describing the daily activities of the Center and the Alliance Francaise de Washington, who will be a tenant in the building.

• The Sigal Gallery – sponsored by Sigal Construction Corporation

The Gallery will take advantage of the wonderful 60-foot-long storefront window wall to attract members and the public to the Center. The Gallery will include exhibits on many topics from architecture to art and children’s projects.

• Resource Center

The Resource Center will offer the public the opportunity to review architectural portfolios and consult with knowledgeable staff in their search for an architect. Members will be able to use the Center to market their firms and to take practice exams for ARE and other certification exams.

• Classrooms – one sponsored by The Clark Construction Corporation, the other still available

The Classrooms each hold 40 persons and can be combined to fit more than 80. The flexibility of these classrooms lets us host multiple events.

• Large Classroom – sponsored by Hickok Cole Architects

Across a glass bridge from the other two classrooms, this larger classroom holds more than 80 people. Wall systems permit this classroom to be combined with the two classrooms mentioned above to create one large special event space.

• AIA|DC Board Room – sponsored by Smithgroup

The Boardroom will house committee meetings and meetings of both the AIA|DC Board and the Washington Architectural Foundation

• Alliance Francaise de Washington classrooms

Three classrooms in our light-filled lower level will be used for French language classes.

Who is the Architect and how were they chosen?

Hickok Cole Architects won a blind competition, entered by more than 17 other participants, that was held in October 2010.

Who is the Contractor?

Sigal Construction Corporation is the contractor. KTA is providing MEP Services. Robert Silman Associates is the Structural Engineer. Miller, Beam, & Paganelli are designing audio visual services.

Will DAC be LEED certified?

Yes, we are planning to submit for LEED Gold for Commercial Interiors.

When is DAC expected to be open to members and the public?

Construction is to begin May 2011. We hope to be in by early October 2011.

Have another question or comment? Just ask!

Welcome to the District Architecture Center - A Quick(er)...

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:10:05 -0400

Welcome to the District Architecture Center - A Quick(er) Tour

Concrete is scheduled to be poured tomorrow, so look out for some updates with photos and more!