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Where We Work
Explore the radical transformation taking place in the workplace, not only from the perspective of place and furniture but also location and proximity to home.
Where We Live
Examine case studies of the work of architects addressing issues related to home and housing.
Our Place in the World
Discover alternate roles for the architect through national and world leaders who know what is expected and what is demanded of those who wish to lead.
How We Come Together
Investigate new forms of communication as we look at how we reinforce and build upon traditional environments.
Our Place on the Land
Explore restorative and regenerative approaches to high performance buildings as one of the opportunities for architects to embrace as a continuing challenge for the profession into the future.
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WE THE PEOPLE

As always, this year's theme presentations feature topic and speakers of great distinction. On Thursday, May 15, Millard Fuller will speak on sustainable design. The founder of Habitat for Humanity, Fuller has been honored with countless awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1996. Friday, May 16, will feature a panel discussion moderated by Thomas Vonier, FAIA, RIBA. The topic, Urban Security in the 21st Century, will examine new ways to make cities and citizens safer while enhancing the quality of urban life. Saturday's theme speaker is Ambassador Andrew Young, whose topic is Forty Years-The Anniversary of Whitney Young's Presentation to the Institute. It was in this speech that Whitney M. Young Jr. challenged the architecture profession to take a greater role in helping to right the injustices of society. The speech also became an inspiration for the Whitney M. Young Jr. Award, which the AIA presents annually to the architect or architecturally oriented organization that exemplifies the profession's responsibility toward current social issues.

THEME PRESENTATIONS
Theme presentations sponsored by McGraw-Hill Construction

Thursday, May 15, 8:15-10 a.m.

Sustainable Design
Presented by Millard Fuller

Friday, May 16, 10-11:30 a.m.

Urban Security in the 21st Century
Moderated by Thomas Vonier, FAIA, RIBA

Saturday, May 17, 2:30-4 p.m.

Forty Years-The Anniversary of Whitney Young's Presentation to the Institute
Presented by Ambassador Andrew Young