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JAN2012
Q1 Membership Meeting JAN 31 _ MWA Architects 6:30PM RSVP to events_sfnoma.net Funkaar Studio's A.R.E Ready Course MAR 4-JUN 3 _CCA Get licensed in 2012! Register now click
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! All NOMA members and CCA alumni receive a discount off full course registration.
Membership meetings are held quarterly. See our calendar for specific dates.
WHO WE ARESFNOMA is a professional and service organization focused on supporting the careers of minority architects in practice, mentoring the next generation of professionals and positively impacting the diverse communities of the Bay Area.
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OUR MISSION, ABC+D.Our mission is to champion diversity within the design profession by promoting excellence, active community engagement, and supporting professional development of our members. Our ABC + D program is our blueprint for achieving our goals. We ADVOCATE for expanded possibilities and increased appreciation for the work of minority architects and allied professionals. We provide BUSINESS development opportunities for our members. We give back to the COMMUNITY through volunteer programs. We provide programing that supports professional DEVELOPMENT. Finally, we have fun through social and networking events.
SFNOMA OFFICERS
[President] Tiana Robinson [First Vice President] JonAnthony Floyed-Jackson [Second Vice President] Shelly Davis [Treasurer] Rommel Taylor [Secretary] Tyrone Marshall [ Communications Coordinator ] Charles C.W. Smith [ Historian] Victor Manansala
Advocacy
Calendar
SFNOMA San Francisco Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects
Latest Events
CLICK on the calendar event below for detailed information about the event!
Programs
SFNOMA San Francisco Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects
Youth Summer Camp
Social Events
Professional Development
Rebuilding Together
Malcolm X
Business Development
Youth Summer Camp
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Architecture Summer Camp
SFNOMA organizes, sponsors and leads an annual Architecture Summer Camp for middleschool students. The primary purpose is to address the relative absence of architecture as acareer choice for young people in underserved communities by providing inspiration, role models and experience on the nature of the profession. The program began in 2010 and is held each summer at CCA, the California College of the Arts in San Francisco. The program exposes youths to the profession of architecture through hands-on studio experience, field trips and lectures.2011 Architecture Summer CampThe second annual camp provided a five-day experience held in June over two weekends. NOMA chapter members led by Rommel Taylor, Prescott Reavis, Deanna Van Buren and Charles Smith along with NOMAS students from CCA and UC-Berkeley mentored a group of enthusiastic middle school students. The students visited the Mission area of San Francisco, worked on theirown designs within the studios of CCA and listened to lectures and advice from seasoned and younger professionals. At the conclusion of the program, the students proudly presented their designs in a public forum.
The students are expected to present their design ideas and combined business strategies as it relates to their interpretation of the site from field trips and site analysis workshops established at the beginning of the camp. Click above to hear one of the students cultural intepretation of the 24th and Mission site for this year's summer camp.
Want to volunteer next year? Email us at info_sfnoma.net
Social Events
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Summer Barbeque
Every summer SFNOMA hosts a barbeque to allow members to reconnect, network and catchup. If youre not a member, the barbeque is a great way to meet and learn more about theorganization. Join us!
Christmas Party
The location changes every year, but the SFNOMA Christmas Party is another event to catch up with SFNOMA members before the end of the year. Ths event is another chance to learn about the latest news of SFNOMA and get involvd in events for the upcoming year. Last year the Party marked the recognition of the 2010-2012 Board members.
Rhythm & Hues Exhibit
SFNOMA sponsors periodic educational events such as the visit to San Franciscos Museum of Craft and Folk Art to see an exhibit of textile arts from Mali. Contemporary textile design in Mali is a vibrant tradition, which encompasses political statements, cultural expression and individual craft.
Professional Development
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African-American Architects Lecture
For Black History Month President Rod Henmi presented the history and development of African-American architects from earliest practitioners to the vibrancy of contemporary practice. He concluded his talk with a focus on the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of African American History and Culture, one of the worlds most prestigious projects won by Freelon Adjaye Bond/SmithGroup, a collaborative team prominently featuring NOMA members. More than 30 students and professionals attended, demonstrating the strength of collaboration between student and professional chapters.
2010 Energy Use Lecture | Pacific Energy Center
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Regular educational programs such as this sustainability seminar develop members professional knowledge and capabilities. This presentation focused on sustainability measures, codes and requirements.
2010 Acoustics Seminar
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Jason Duty, SFNOMA member and Vice President of Salter Associates, led attendants through a thorough and enlightening seminar on acoustical issues, measures and materials. A tour of the Salter materials lab exposed participants to cutting-edge materials and techniques.
Rebuilding Together
Rebuilding Together
SFNOMA members give back to the community through volunteer efforts such as working withSan Francisco Rebuilding Together, a philanthropic organization that assists low-income, elderlyand disabled homeowners, schools and non-profits.Rebuilding Together 2010: Thurgood Marshall High SchoolIn a major effort to completely rehabilitate the library at Thurgood Marshall High School,SFNOMA members, led by chairpersons Tiana Robinson and JonAnthony Floyed-Jackson,planned, coordinated and constructed improvements along with team members Habitat forHumanity and Morrison/Foerster. Improvements included cleaning, repainting, new bannersreflective of the schools diversity, new computers, furniture and refurbished blinds.Rebuilding Together 2011: IHDC Affordable HousingSFNOMA members led by JonAnthony Floyed-Jackson worked to rehabilitate an aging affordablehousing complex owned by IHDC, Indochinese Housing Development Corporation. These twomid-rise buildings are located in the middle of the Tenderloin, the poorest neighborhood ofSan Francisco. NOMA teamed with Blackrock and Walmart to completely refurbish the outdoorcourtyard/play area and to repaint the lobby and hallway doors.
Malcolm X
Malcolm X Middle School Library
Many students at Malcolm X Academy in the Bayview Hunters Point neighborhood will be affected by reconstruction of the Hunters Point development. In order to ease the transition and have students envision a new future, SFNOMA members Rommel Taylor, Prescott Reavis and Katherine Williams led a class of fifth graders through hands-on exercises designing open space in the new development. The highlight of their class was a presentation to school district officials and the developers of the new complex.
Business Development
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SFNOMA sponsors various programs to improve business opportunities for members. These include seminars, panels and networking meetings.
GSA ( U.S. General Services Adminstration)
Members and guests were treated to a revealing and educational seminar led by Tiana Robinsonand hosted by Haworth. GSA representatives Don Douglass and Lori Faulkenstrom alongwith SFNOMA member Carlton Smith participated on a panel discussion that talked aboutopportunities for work through the federal government, application strategies and the nature ofthe projects. GSA representative Regina Douglass also contributed.
DPW ( San Francisco Department of Public Works )
Representatives from DPW enlightened SFNOMA members on the process for getting new workand working with the department.
News
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Membership
SFNOMA San Francisco Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects
Membership
The San Francisco Chapter of the National invites you to become a member. Membership provides the opportunity for minority architects and design professionals to be part of a network promoting cultural awareness and pursuing excellence in the field of architecture. Since its inception, SFNOMA has been committed to building a strong relationship with the Bay Area by holding events that celebrate minority architecture and the design contributions architects have made within their local communities.We welcome all who share an interest in building cultural diversity in architecture. To join SFNOMA, please click on the link below to complete a membership form. Questions in regard to membership should be directed to Tiana Robinson at trobinson_sfnoma.netMembership benefits include:-Free admission to SFNOMA sponsored events.- A database of Bay area architects, design articles, and resources.- Reduced admission to the Annual NOMA Conference.- Opportunity to compete for NOMA Design Awards- Newsletter- Connecting with talented Minority Architects and related design professionals!
Greetings SFNOMA Member+Supporter! Each year, SFNOMA hosts educational and networking programs that provide exposure and access to information on architectural + design market trends as well as industry related topics and seminars. As a result of last year's successful programming, our chapter was recognized as NOMA's National Chapter of the Year. Key events in 2010 included: • Black History Lecture Series _ Anshen+Allen and Museum of Craft and Folk Arts • Rebuilding Together design charrette and construction _ Thurgood Marshall High School Library • Working with GSA (General Services Administration) presentation _ Haworth Showroom • 1st Annual Architecture Summer Camp for Middle School Students _ CCA (California College of the Arts) • 2nd Annual Potluck _ President, Rod Henmi's Residence •Professional Development lectures on Sustainability, Lighting Design and a Building Tour of the Laguna Honda Hospital As we ramp up into our 2011 programming, we urge you to renew your membership and/or join SFNOMA by visiting www.noma.net today! Your support and contribution to National and the local chapter is vital to the advocacy of a diverse design community throughout the Bay area. Tiana D. Robinson, Associate AIA, NOMA 2011 Vice President and Membership Chair, SFNOMA
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Officers
SFNOMA San Francisco Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects
Our Board
2012 Executive Board
Tiana Robinson, NOMA, Associate AIAPresidentMs. Robinson is an independent consulltant specializing in project management and design. Ms. Robinson has expertise in managing corporate interiors, retail and hospitality projects. She has been a member and advocate of NOMA since 1994 and has served on the SFNOMA board for 4 years.contact: president_sfnoma.net
JonAnthony Floyed-Jackson, NOMAVice-PresidentMr. Floyed-Jackson works for Powell and Partners Architects. Mr. Floyed-Jackson is in charge of coordinating SFNOMA's annual participation with Rebuilding Together.contact: vicepresident_sfnoma.net
Rommel Taylor, NOMATreasurerMr. Taylor works for the San Francisco Department of Public Works, Building Design and Construction Division. In addition to his duties as treasurer he also coordinates and teaches in the annual SFNOMA Youth Architecture Summer Camp. Mr. Taylor holds a degree in architecture from the California College of the Arts. He has served on the board for 4 years.contact: treasurer_sfnoma.net
Shelley Davis, NOMA2nd Vice PresidentMs. Davis is a project manager at Levy Design Partners Inc. Architecture. She has over 14 years of experience in both multi and single family residential, retail, ecumenical and theater set design. Ms. Davis also taught at City College of San Francsico for 7 years. She holds a M.Arch from U.C. Berkeley.contact: vicepresident2_sfnoma.net
Charles C.W. Smith, NOMACommunication OfficerWorks for MBH Architects in the Sepcialty Retail Studio. Mr. Smith holds a M.Arch from the University of Virgiina. He is currently responsible for the SFNOMA website and other graphic support where needed. contact: web_sfnoma.net
Tyrone Marshall, AIA, NOMA, ACADIA, LEED® AP BD+CSecretaryMr. Marshall is an architect at the award winning firm Perkins +Will.He has over 8 years of experience in all phases of architecture practice. His expertise is in digital design and fabrication processes for both the public and private realms. He also has expertise in research that promotes innovative design and technological solutions to complex issues in dense urban contexts.contact: secretary_sfnoma.net
Rod Henmi, NOMA, FAIA and LEED APEx-officioMr. Henmi is Director of Design at HKITArchitects and a former Principal and Design Director at MWA Architects
Victor ManansalaHistorianMr. Manansala is currently an M.Arch candidate at the San Francisco Institute of Architecture (SFIA). He is an alumnus of Howard University in Washington,D.C. and the Architectural Association in London. Mr. Manansala is a Bay Area native currently living in Berkeley with his wife Deidre and 2yr old daughter, Zara.contact: historian_sfnoma.net
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