merzproject, a studio of Shepley Bulfinch, was chosen by the jury of Dream Home Awards as the winning firm in the 2010 competition for their After Hours project in the Mix- Use Category.

The Dream Home Awards are presented to those companies and individuals who assist in creating Americas Dream Homes and set new standards in excellence in the Nation’s Building industry. merzproject received the award for After Hours, a ground-breaking mix use infill project in the central corridor of downtown Phoenix, AZ, which set an example of urban friendly architecture to combine office space, art gallery, and living quarters under one roof.

In addition to being the architect and design firm for the After Hours building, merzproject as well served as contractor with the company’s entity merzbuild. After Hours is a model for a well planned infill project in an urban environment and the building itself is designed to have adaptive reuse over the time to come.

merzproject was chosen to be the architecture firm for the project after the owners saw the intelligent designed office space of the architecture firm and decided to bring their project to the team around Principal Joe Herzog.

merzproject did not only deliver the architectural design, but as well the interior concept and space planning for the structure, and showcased an environmentally conscious approach for the overall design. The Dream Home award winning project can be seen at:

http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/dreamhome/awards2010/#/34

The portfolios of merzproject and Shepley Bulfinch can be seen at. http://merzproject.com and www.shepleybulfinch.com

For more information on any of the featured projects, and/or high-resolution photography requests, please contact: 

Cornelia Stumpf
CSCP Consult LLC
Marketing, PR & Creative Services
www.cscpconsult.com
cornelia@cscpconsult.com
602-628 4934

The Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Arizona is presenting a free presentation of non-profit marketing and ethics in the world of genetics with a tour of the TGen facilities on August 10^th, 3pm.  (Hurry up! Registration is limited to the first 30 people.)

The group will be treated to a short presentation focusing on non-profit marketing and ethics they face in uncharted waters, followed by a tour of the TGen labs.  A great networking opportunity will follow with a happy hour at Sun Up Brewing Company located at 322 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix.

The Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization focused on developing earlier diagnostics and smarter treatments. TGen is focused on translational research directed at patient care and treatment, and personalized medicine.

Details:
Date: Tuesday, August 10^th
Time: 3pm (with happy hour following)
Location: TGen, 445 N. Fifth St. Phx, AZ 85004
Cost: FREE

To Register: www.smpsarizona.org/events

Bill Hornaday, West Region President of the Weitz Company, is pleased to announce two new projects awarded to Weitz at CityScape. 

The Weitz Company has been awarded the construction of the CVS Pharmacy located on the New Patriot’s Square block of CityScape.  The project includes the build-out of approximately 11,000 square feet of retail space.  Weitz is currently serving as the general contractor over CityScape’s entire retail project located at Washington and Central in Downtown Phoenix due for completion later this year.  

In addition, Weitz was recently selected by Polsinelli-Shughart Law Firm to construct its new offices in the CityScape tower.  The project will consist of the build-out of three floors totaling approximately 67,500 square feet.  Construction began in May with an October completion.  
 
About The Weitz Company
Founded in 1855, The Weitz Company is the second oldest general building contractor in the United States and has been providing construction services in the Valley for over 30 years.  Today, Weitz is the 24th largest domestic general building firm and the 15th largest construction manager at risk firm in the United States.   

Weitz Special Projects, a streamline division of The Weitz Company, dedicated solely to tenant improvements and smaller scale general contracting was developed in 2000 and continues to be an integral part of the Company’s success. 

For more information, contact:  Mara Prendergast, Marketing Manager at 602.302.7577 or mara.prendergast@weitz.com

Join the Society for Design Administration any time in April and receive $25 off of a 2010 membership. Plus one free SDA webinar registration in 2010!

SDA is dedicated to the educational and professional standards of administrators in design firms across the United States and Canada. Members include office managers, human resource staff, controllers, administrative assistants, marketing or PR managers, etc., of design firms and other design-related affiliations.

The Phoenix Chapter of SDA meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. The current meeting location is at the University Club of Phoenix (39 E. Monte Vista Road, Phoenix, AZ 85004) The upcoming program schedule includes:

April 14, 7:30 a.m. – IntelliTECH Communications Group

May 12, 7:30 a.m. – Eileen Spitalney, Co-Founder, Sales and Team Leader – Fairytale Brownies

June 9, 7:30 a.m. – Roundtable Discussion – Roles, Responsibilities and Key Issues of the SDA Phoenix Chapter

If you want to learn from others, network, participate in educational opportunities and gain new friendships, this group is for you! For more information about the SDA Phoenix Chapter you may contact one of the representatives listed below, or simply come to the next meeting. Visit the SDA website at www.sdadmin.org for details about the organization.

For more information visit:

www.sdaphoenix.org or www.sdadmin.org
SDA is an affiliate of the American Institute of Architects (AIA)

The National Society of Professional Engineers has designated Engineers Week 2010 from February 14 to February 20.  Engineers Week is an exciting time for engineers and scientists from across the country.  Engineers get involved with their communities via national, regional and local programs, carrying on a tradition that began in 1952.

This year, in a continuing effort to make this a valley-wide event, Engineers Week – Greater Phoenix Area will be organized by a committee of professional engineering and science organizations throughout the area.  We are planning several exciting events for E-Week 2010.

“E-Week Awards”
Awards are given to recognize engineers, students, educators and projects that have made outstanding contributions to the profession.  The awards celebrate and acknowledge the vital part engineers play in our complex world. Please nominate people and projects that deserve recognition.

“Legislative Lunch” on House Lawn of the State Capitol – Thursday, February 18th from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
Join your fellow engineers to network with legislators and emphasize the importance of engineering.  In conjunction with E-Week, the legislative luncheon will be hosted by ACEC Arizona, AzSCE and APWA Arizona Chapter.

“E-Week Hosted Awards Reception” at Sheraton Downtown Phoenix – Thursday, February 18th at 6pm.
The awards reception program will include the presentation of the E-Week awards and guest speaker. Business formal is the recommended attire for this event.

“Engineers Day” at the Arizona Science Center - Saturday, February 20th from 10am to 4pm.
The Center is the perfect venue for engineering societies, university students and industry representatives to set up events designed to excite and interest the visitors of all ages.  Past events have attracted large attendances. 

For information on all of these events and how to sign up please visit, http://www.eweek-phx.org
You can also visit Engineers Week at the national website, http://www.eweek.org