1 credit towards the Certificate in Classical Architecture (Building Craft) for each course
The ICAA is excited to announce the 2022 The Art of Building program. The Art of Building is a series of Continuing Education courses focused on topics related to materials, building craft, and traditional trades. The purpose of the series is to provide architects, designers, craftspersons, and all those interested in the art of building with knowledge that will help them exercise better judgement in design and specification. In addition, the courses in the series will highlight ways to effectively integrate craft and to build more durably, economically, authentically, and sustainably. The program underscores the pivotal link between artisanship and traditional design.In this fall's iteration of the series, participants will hear from experts working in two different fields: stone carving and linseed oil paint. The presentations will focus on both the history of the trades and how these traditional techniques and materials can be used in new construction today.This program will be held virtually via Zoom. Registrants will receive a Zoom link one day prior to the courses.
This online presentation covers the history of linseed paint–which spans many hundreds of years–and how World War II changed the industry, causing linseed paint to disappear from the market. It also looks at why linseed paint works so well, and why it worked for many centuries. The course provides an overview of the ingredients and production of linseed paint to assess embodied energy and overall environmental impact. The program concludes with a price comparison, reference projects that have successfully used linseed paint, and the case for why we should be using it (again).Participants will:
Michiel Brouns was born in the Netherlands, where he worked as a surveyor of historic buildings. He moved to the UK in 2016 and started Histoglass Ltd, a company specializing in insulating glazing for historic buildings. On the back of that work, he started Brouns & Co about 8 years ago in order to bring back historic linseed paint. He has worked on projects including The Old War Office, Woburn Abbey, Chatsworth House, and Windsor Castle. He is widely regarded as one of the few experts in the field of linseed paint (its history, production, and current applications), and in that capacity presents to architects and preservations specialists on a daily basis. His most recent presentations include to RIBA-USA and AIA at the British Consulate in Boston and to RIBA-New York at Fairfax & Sammons. Recently, he has been commissioned to write a book on linseed paint, which should be coming off the press early 2023.
Stone carving is an ancient tradition that goes back thousands of years. It has experienced highs and lows in its vitality. Currently it is in a deplorable state, on the brink of extinction. Stone carving has flourished during times when the craft of stone masonry has been strong. The tools and techniques of shaping stone into geometric blocks for construction are very similar to those used for decorative sculpture. An aspiring stone carver would do well to begin his practice by learning some basic stone masonry practices like shaping a flat surface. This course will include a demonstration of that process including an explanation of the tools needed and the functions they perform. The course will proceed into showing how these simple methods can be extended to enable a craftsman to execute very complicated projects.Master Carver Chris Pellettieri was trained over 30 years ago at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in an apprenticeship program focused on the ancient traditional methods of stone carving. Since 1997, he has run a successful stone carving business, doing commissioned work for individuals and institutions in the New York area. He founded Pellettieri Stone Carvers’ Academy in 2015 to preserve the tradition by teaching, lecturing and demonstrating.
Instructional Delivery Method: Live Online Learning Program Program Level: Introductory Prerequisites: None required AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: September 8, 2025 Provider Number: G193 Provider Statement: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number G193. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Questions regarding the ICAA's courses may be directed via email to [email protected]; via phone to 212-730-9646 ext. 112; or via mail to our National Office at 20 West 44th Street, Suite 310, New York, NY 10036.
To register for a continuing education course hosted by the ICAA National Office, you can use the registration link noted on the program page, email [email protected], or call 212-730-9646 x112. Please also note the ICAA National Office Registration and Cancellation Policy, which you may access by clicking here. ICAA Chapters manage course registration for their own events. While Chapter programs may be listed on classicist.org, you should check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, pricing, and information on how to register.
The ICAA National Office does not offer recurring continuing education classes on a regular basis, but aims to offer future sessions of classes whose demand exceeded capacity. Core classes are generally offered annually or semi-annually. The frequency of ICAA Chapter courses varies by region.
You can find a list of the ICAA's core curriculum subject areas along with more details about the ICAA Certificate in Classical Architecture program by clicking here. For questions about specific courses that aren’t on this list, please contact [email protected].
Most ICAA continuing education courses are suited to all artistic and academic backgrounds. Seasoned artists and novices alike have enjoyed and improved on their skills in ICAA classes. If a class has any pre-requisites or is recommended for a certain experience level, this will appear on the class listing on the ICAA website. While Chapter courses may be listed on classicist.org, you should check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, pricing, and pre-requisites.
Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) in architecture includes topics that relate to the structural integrity and soundness of a building or a building site. Course content must focus on these topics in order to provide HSW credits. For more information on ICAA classes that have been approved by the AIA for HSW credit, please contact [email protected].
In many cases, you will be able to receive a full or partial refund of your course registration fee. For courses in the New York Region, you may refer to the ICAA's Continuing Education cancellation and refund policy by clicking here.
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