Design Discovery Events
Amity + Kett Architecture and Interior Design
Amity + Kett Architecture and Interior Design has joined San Antonio’s emerging design district. Architect Dianne Kett and interior designer Amity Worrel specialize in residential design and will begin a series of informative and entertaining talks in 2018. The first topic on January 25, “Revealed: Secrets of how to work with architects, interior designers & custom builders,” will provide insight into the distinct differences of these services, how they often overlap and ways to make the most out of their time and expertise for the best outcome and experience. Reservations required. www.amitykett.com
AIA Names Tiffany Robinson Long Rising Star
Tiffany Robinson Long, AIA, ACHA, RID, EDAC, NCARB, LEED AP, Associate Partner at Marmon Mok Architecture, was recently certified by the American College of Healthcare Architects, making her one of three and the only woman in San Antonio with the accreditation. Specializing in healthcare design, she believes that the quality of a patient’s surroundings has a direct impact on a person’s well-being. She currently chairs the AIA Healthcare Knowledge Community. www.marmonmok.com
Lights Fantastic and the Evolution of Lighting Design
Lights Fantastic continues to expand its Austin showroom product, adding lighting icon Robert Sonneman of SONNEMAN - A Way of Light who recently shared insight on the future of technology-enabled design. Helping educate local businesses and the design-savvy community of Austin has situated Lights Fantastic as a leading destination for designers, architects and homeowners. www.lightsfantastic.com
AIA San Antonio Awards Members
The AIA People + Place Awards celebrate professional achievement, design excellence and community leadership. Marmon Mok Architecture won the Mayor’s Choice Award for the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center expansion and renovation and a Design Merit Award and Community Impact Award for the Mays Family YMCA at Potranco and San Antonio Public Library branch. Tiffany Robinson Long, AIA of Marmon Mok Architecture was awarded the Rising Star for exceptional leadership early in her career. Carolyn Peterson, FAIA of Ford Powell & Carson was honored with the Legacy Award for her distinguished leadership and dedication to the profession of architecture, and Sue Ann Pemberton, FAIA of Mainstreet Architects was named the Community Partner for her commitment to community service. www.aiasa.org