IMAGINiT Technologies – Revit Architectural Fundamentals

Revit Architecture is a powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) program that works the way architects think. From preliminary design through design development and into construction documents, the program streamlines the design process with a central 3D model. Changes made in one view update across all views and on the printable sheets. This student guide program is designed to teach you the Revit functionality as you would work with it in the design process. It begins with learning about the user interface and Revit commands for design development followed by those available for construction documentation. Since building projects themselves tend to be extremely complex, Revit Architecture is a necessarily complex program. The objective of the Revit Architecture Fundamentals course is to enable participants to create full 3D architectural project models and set them up in working drawings. This program focuses on basic tools that the majority of users will require to work with Revit Architecture. It takes place May 9-12, 2011 at #15 – 10551 Shellbridge Way, Richmond. Register online at http://rww.force.com/training/RWW_VFCourseDetail_New?id=a0N70000005gkfMEAQ. For more information, contact Michael Blanchard at mblanchard@rand.com.

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Hakka Tulou Presentation

AIBC registrants are invited to a special presentation on the architecture and sustainability of the traditional earth dwellings constructed in southernChina, Hosted by Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden, “Hakka Heritage: Tulou Homes” promises a fascinating afternoon of video, presentation and discussion of the most extraordinary type of Chinese dwellings from the 12th to 20th Century, some as high as six storeys and housing 80 families, and including the Hakka Tulou, one of the largest UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Expert Jorg Ostrowski will lead conversations about sustainable planning around these remarkable structures. The date is Saturday, April 30, 2011, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Hall of One Hundred Rivers at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden,578 Carrall Street,Vancouver. Admission is $8. For more information, visit  www.vancouverchinesegarden.com.

UBC Architecture Alumni Reception 2011

Alumni of the University of British Columbia’s School of Architecture & Landscape Architecture are invited to the 2nd Annual Alumni Reception, being held at the Vancouver Convention Centre West in conjunction with the 2011 Festival of Architecture sponsored by the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and Architecture Canada | RAIC. Don’t miss this chance to reconnect with fellow UBC architecture alumni while enjoying stunning city views and the innovative design of the VCC. Following the reception, enjoy the Festival of Architecture’s opening keynote presentation featuring renowned architect and UBC alumnus Dr. Bing Thom (BARC ’66, LLD ’08).  A dedicated and artful city-builder, Thom is one of Canada’s most admired and accomplished architects. Mark Tuesday, May 24 on your schedules. The alumni reception takes place from 6:00 – to 7:30 p.m., and the keynote address from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Light refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Please r.s.v.p to www.apsc.ubc.ca/ubcalumnireception.

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver

Walking distance from the AIBC offices, The Hampton Inn & Suites is the only Hilton property in Downtown Vancouver. The Hampton Inn & Suites offers value-added amenities such as hot breakfast buffet, complimentary internet access, daily bottled water, downtown drop off shuttle service, and much more. Click on the link below to receive your preferred rate, or call us toll-free at 1-877-602-1008 and quote corporate id #0002753478. We Love Having You Here.
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