RyanSpaulding Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Hey guys. I've been asked (as company graphics guy) to put together an award submission for the building we work in. I've never done one of these before. Does anyone have any idea or examples of ones they've liked in the past? I'm at a loss here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerdream Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Have you contacted the AIA for examples of past submissions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanSpaulding Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 No...I just have to show the CEO of Erdman / Cogdell Spencer in about 3 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Cassil Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I need a break from another thread... I think you are asking for what is needed to submit for an AIA design award in your state... right? The guidelines will vary from state to state. I've put together several AIA awards here in Utah and there are very strict guidelines that must be followed. Call your local AIA office and they will give you a detailed packet with the instructions for WI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanSpaulding Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 Its more the look that I'm after... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Cassil Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 There really is no wiggle room for what the look is. In fact there really isn't any look at all. For Utah, we are given 4 or 5 forms to fill out. Literally, fill in the blank type forms. You also include several photos of the project, one floor plan for each unique level and a site plan. That's all you can include. No embelishing graphics whatsoever, no logos, and no reference to the firm submitting are allowed or the submittal will be disqualified. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 There really is no wiggle room for what the look is. In fact there really isn't any look at all. Thats depends on the state I think. I've done ND, MN, SD, and I think a couple others. Quite a lot of room to follow the rules and still make it sing. 4 or 5 forms to fill out. Literally, fill in the blank type forms. You also include several photos of the project, one floor plan for each unique level and a site plan. That's all you can include. Yup....and don't miss any info! There is a lot you can do with plans, sections and elevations other than black/white line work. Light/shadow, figure ground, zoning, negative line work - a lot of information can be included here in an attractive way. No embelishing graphics whatsoever, no logos, and no reference to the firm submitting are allowed or the submittal will be disqualified. Absolutely true. Rule 1 - Read the rules and requirements. Rule 2 - Use the best photos and drawings you can. Hire photographers, stagers and lighters. You'd be shocked at what some people think passes as architectural photography. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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