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SARASOTA CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE

SARASOTA CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE. CONCEPT . To advance the appreciation of our local architectural history and the professional practice and art of architecture through education and collaboration.

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SARASOTA CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE

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  1. SARASOTA CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE

  2. CONCEPT • To advance the appreciation of our local architectural history and the professional practice and art of architecture through education and collaboration. • To foster the public's understanding of the power of architecture in enriching Sarasota and our surrounding communities through the programs, exhibits and tours the Center presents.

  3. PARTNERS • UF School of Architecture • SAF • AIA Florida Gulfcoast Chapter • Ringling College of Art and Design • Sarasota County • City of Sarasota Proposed future partner: • State College of Florida

  4. OTHER CENTERS FOR ARCHITECTURE • AUSTIN • BOSTON • CHICAGO • DALLAS • FORT WORTH • HOUSTON • MONTREAL, QUEBEC • NEW YORK • PHILADELPHIA • PORTLAND • RICHMOND • SAN ANTONIO • SAN FRANCISCO • WASHINGTON, D.C.

  5. PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE • Sarasota County – Lessor to SAF • SAF – The umbrella organization that heads the SCFA and provides the overall leadership for programs, exhibits, tours, etc. • UF-Lessee responsible for leasing major program space. • AIA Gulfcoast Chapter-Lessee responsible for leasing program space. • Other design-related non-profit organizations-Lessee of desk space.

  6. Timeline 2012 June Develop/expand Partners and assemble a Launch Committee with designated representatives to coordinate between partnership agencies. July/August Initial meetings with Launch Committee to establish detailed timeline priorities based on partner objectives. UF team to develop curricular protocol and administrative/faculty support. Designation of facility alternatives and probable lease/renovation agreements. Initiate public engagement and fund raising efforts. September Evaluate fund raising and potential student support through scholarships. Develop recruitment information and advertise program to potential students. Initiate mechanism for application to program through UF Graduate School. Oct/November Launch team coordination meetings to assess funding, facilities progress and housing options for students.

  7. Timeline 2013 January Launch Committee meeting to asses progress and prioritize next phase of efforts – facilities and library. March Launch Committee to meet and evaluate logistical progress and fund raising efforts. April Launch Committee to develop affordable housing strategies based on the demographic of expected students. May/June Review budget and make any necessary changes based on number of students and unanticipated costs. July Finalize any facilities preparations and housing logistics to be ready to accept students in August. August Initial cohort Arrives for the program.

  8. PROPOSED FINANCIAL STRUCTURE • Sarasota County – Provide the physical structure and lease at a nominal cost to SAF. • SAF – Responsible for the initial retrofit of the building and startup costs. UF would also like assistance in identifying sources for student housing. Student scholarship opportunities would like to be identified. • UF – Responsible for ongoing maintenance, utilities and building upkeep. • AIA Gulfcoast Chapter – Lease desk space. • Other design-related organizations – Lease desk space.

  9. Suggested Ideas for Programs/Building Uses • UF Student work and jury comments • Exhibition of student work • Lecture space for the general public • Permanent Sarasota School of Architecture exhibit • K-12 Architecture Awareness/Education programs • Bookstore/Gift shop • Outdoor movie venue • Conference room/office space for partners • Design Competitions • Design Charrettes • Architecture Tours Desk • Continuing Education Lunch and Learn programs for architects • Facility Rental

  10. The Building

  11. Building History /Information • Built: 1960 • Architect: William Rupp • Building: National Register eligible • Construction material: Prestressed concrete T-beams, glass storefronts, terrazzo floors. • Current Use: 1 side of building is the Sarasota County printing facility and the other side of the building is vacant.

  12. Additional Resources How to create and operate a Center for Architecture www.aia.org/aiaucmp/groups/aia/documents/pdf/aiab093346.pdf Los Angeles Center for Architecture AIA/LA Working on Plans For a Center for Architecture and Urban Design Los Angeles Building in Context - AIANC Center for Architecture http://www.aianc.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=85 Long Range Plan for the Center for Architecture NY www.aiany.org/chapter/LongRangePlan_07_15_04.pdf

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