Monday, April 21, 2014
AIA|DC Architecture Week Starts Today!
Check out the many events, tours and workshops organized by the Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Architects all week. Full schedule here: http://aiadc.com/calendar
Saturday, April 19, 2014
2014 Blair Phillips Memorial Awards
As part of last month's Academical Village People Reunion Weekend in Charlottesville, friends, family and faculty close to Blair Phillips (BSArch '11) celebrated his life and legacy by awarding the first pair of Blair Phillips Memorial Awards to one very deserving individual - Sam Eldredge (BSArch '15). Sam, as a member of AVP and student of architecture, stood out to both selection committees as the individual who best exemplifies the traits we admired most in Blair: selflessness, enthusiasm and excellence in all pursuits, personally, professionally and artistically.
The beautiful spring afternoon included a performance by AVP current members and alumni, heartfelt words from Deirdre and Paul Phillips, Earl Mark and John Buttram, and the presentation of the award to a grateful Sam. A big thank you to all involved and cheers to Sam on his successes as a designer and musician thus far, and for helping Blair's spirit live on both in and out of Campbell Hall and the University of Virginia.
A bit more background on our friend and the award:
The Blair Phillips Memorial Fund was established in April 2013 to honor Blair Phillips (BSArch ’11), his life and accomplishments, and to support future awards at the University of Virginia. The Blair Phillips Memorial Award is presented annually on the basis of merit to two exceptionally deserving undergraduate students, one studying at the School of Architecture and another a member of the Academical Village People (AVP), a student a cappella musical group at the University of Virginia.
Blair’s positive energy, creativity, and enthusiasm manifested itself in roles as an AVP member and Music Director, as a student and teacher of architecture, and in his professional achievements after graduation. Blair is best remembered for his abilities to collaborate effortlessly and synthesize ideas across disciplines, while at the same time being fully attentive to many personal friendships and diverse interests.
We are actively fundraising for the endowment of the fund to ensure these awards will be granted in perpetuity. If you are interested in contributing or have questions about the fund, please contact Sara Allen Harper of the AYAC or the SARC Foundation directly. If you are ready to contribute, please include "Blair Phillips Memorial Award" in the special instructions section of this online contribution form. Thank you for your support!
The beautiful spring afternoon included a performance by AVP current members and alumni, heartfelt words from Deirdre and Paul Phillips, Earl Mark and John Buttram, and the presentation of the award to a grateful Sam. A big thank you to all involved and cheers to Sam on his successes as a designer and musician thus far, and for helping Blair's spirit live on both in and out of Campbell Hall and the University of Virginia.
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| AVP members and alumni including award recipient Sam Eldredge (BSArch '15) at far left |
A bit more background on our friend and the award:
The Blair Phillips Memorial Fund was established in April 2013 to honor Blair Phillips (BSArch ’11), his life and accomplishments, and to support future awards at the University of Virginia. The Blair Phillips Memorial Award is presented annually on the basis of merit to two exceptionally deserving undergraduate students, one studying at the School of Architecture and another a member of the Academical Village People (AVP), a student a cappella musical group at the University of Virginia.
Blair’s positive energy, creativity, and enthusiasm manifested itself in roles as an AVP member and Music Director, as a student and teacher of architecture, and in his professional achievements after graduation. Blair is best remembered for his abilities to collaborate effortlessly and synthesize ideas across disciplines, while at the same time being fully attentive to many personal friendships and diverse interests.
We are actively fundraising for the endowment of the fund to ensure these awards will be granted in perpetuity. If you are interested in contributing or have questions about the fund, please contact Sara Allen Harper of the AYAC or the SARC Foundation directly. If you are ready to contribute, please include "Blair Phillips Memorial Award" in the special instructions section of this online contribution form. Thank you for your support!
Friday, April 18, 2014
20/20 "Winners and Losers" Recap
AYAC DC+Baltimore, along with 30 of our closest young alumni friends, celebrated successes and failures of our ranks Thursday night as part of the ongoing 20/20 series: Winners and Losers. The authors Gaston Dietz, Melissa Elliot, David Duxbury, and Sara Allen Harper, presented a range of academic, post-grad, professional or independent projects and competition entries. Interesting and engaging all around. Photo evidence below!Many thanks to R2L:Architects for sharing their beautiful space, the SARC Foundation for their continued support and all who presented and attended for making AYAC DC+Baltimore's 3rd annual 20/20 a success!
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
20x20 This Thursday Night @ R2L:Architects
See you this Thursday at R2L:Architects in Georgetown for another installation of AYAC DC+Baltimore's 20x20 series: Winners and Losers.
Come enjoy food, drink and conversations on the successes (and failures) of fellow young alums Gaston Dietz, Melissa Elliot, David Duxbury, and Sara Harper.
April 17th, 6:30-8:30pm
R2L: Architects
3222 N St, NW # 500
Washington, DC 20007
Washington, DC 20007
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