Message From the President
Dear ASID NYU/CE Member:
Happy Spring, ASID NYU/CE Chapter is blooming with changes, exciting programs and networking events.
The Board and I would like to personally thank Randee Longo and Karen Conway for their years of dedicated service to ASID Upstate New York and Canada East. We wish Randee and Karen well. Since Randee's resignation, The Rivers Organization has been working as our new Chapter Administrator. We welcome them to our Chapter and look forward to many years of a mutually beneficial relationship.
We are still accepting applications for the board. We have an immediate vacancy in the Financial Director position. This year 2012 - 2013 the two year positions of Director at Large and one year position of President - Elect and President are changing. In 2013-2014: the two year positions of Communications Director and Professional Development Director will change. In order to be president-elect you must have served on the board for at least one year. There are always positions open on committees. Please get involved today!
We would like to thank Todd Girvin of the Girvin Group for his service as Membership Director. Lauren Zacher from Sedgwick Business Interiors is the new Membership Director. We are very excited about the "Share the Love" Campaign. Invite a colleague to join today, give them your membership number for the "referred by field" to fill out their application and get a $50.00 credit towards your next membership dues or the ASID Store.
Don't forget this year's Design Competition. This year we are introducing an exciting new Category: "Your Best Design Ever." No restrictions!
Students
Get involved now and get your peers involved. It is never too early to start networking and finding out what your specialty is within your industry.
New Graduate?
Call Jillian Coughenour at 585-733-4401 or e-mail her at Jill@SuiteArtistry.com. Jill is the Emerging Professional Committee Chair. She is looking for people to join the committee which National has set up to help new designers achieve their goals.
Read more about my passion for Interior Design in the Featured Designer Article. I am hoping that by telling you a bit more about me that you would be willing to share your passion with your peers. We are always looking to feature all of our members. Please submit a print ready article to our
Communications Director Melissa Butler, mbutler@neis.cc or
Chapter Administrator Terry Duane at asid@riversorg.com
Call Me to find out how you can make your membership work for you!
Sincerely,
Dani
NETWORK 2012
Celebrating Local Design
Save the Date! Tuesday October 16th and Wednesday October 17th will be our annual Network Event. The theme is "Celebrating Local Design".
It will be located in the newly renovated Holiday Inn in Liverpool, NY. We will have CEU presentations on both days. The show floor will be open from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm on Wednesday. We will have all day on Tuesday to move vendors in. Tuesday night will be a great Celebration Event which will include for the first time, the Design Competition and Presidents Dinner. The new location features an easy to move into street level conference center which is part of the Hotel.
Upstate New York and Canada East is the home to many innovative designers and manufacturers. We are looking for participation and suggestions from you.
Please contact me at Dani@SuiteArtistry.com or call me at 585-474-5677.
Designer in the Spotlight
Dani Polidor - Suite Artistry
Universal Design is Dani Polidor' s passion. Dani feels that a universally designed space is beautiful. The more people get used to seeing accessibility features, slip resistant flooring, lever handles and great lighting as standard, the less resistant people will be to incorporating them in the own remodeling projects.
Dani's Boutique Interior Design Firm, Suite Artistry specializes in high-end residential interiors, focusing on Kitchens and Baths. As an industry expert with 15 years experience, her firm was recently chosen to be the kitchen designers for Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting in Rochester and Syracuse NY.
Jill Coughenour is a recent graduate from MCC and joined Dani's firm to hone her skills. Together, they have been able to design all of the new cabinet displays at both showrooms.
Dani is excited about the opportunity to meet you at the Baker event on May 3rd, from 10 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. which will be held at the new Rochester Showroom, conveniently located at 3025 Winton Rd S. in Rochester NY. See you there.
Featured Article
ASID and IIDA Issue Joint Statement
The ASID and IIDA Boards of Directors reaffirm their desire and intention to continue our work together on issues of mutual interest that benefit the members of the interior design community.
Recent joint endeavors include:
- Substantial investments by ASID and IIDA with the Interior Designers of Canada to restructure the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), the profession's CEU registry for Interior Designers
- Ongoing planning with ASID and IIDA to jointly provide a new, more accessible and lower cost NCIDQ preparatory program for designers
- Increased opportunities for Student Chapter collaboration through the joint promotion of student member experiences including the Student Career Exchange and Student Career Bootcamp at NeoCon 2012
- A joint Fellows summit at NeoCon 2012
The senior leadership and Boards of both organizations continue to explore joint initiatives that support our collective Members. We will meet later this month to continue that work and help provide strong leadership for our industry.
We sincerely believe that creating successful collaborative initiatives is the foundation for evolution of the profession and ASID and IIDA.
IIDA International and ASID National Presidents,
Peter Conant, IIDA, AIA, and Lisa Henry, FASID
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Will ASID and IIDA create one organization for the profession?
A: ASID and IIDA continue to work toward organizational unity on a number of resources and programs designed to benefit all members. At this time we cannot project precisely how these collaborative activities will evolve, but member value and the advancement of the interior design profession remains our top priority.
Q: What programs are ASID and IIDA currently collaborating on?
A: Recent joint endeavors include:
- Substantial investments by IIDA and ASID with the Interior Designers of Canada to restructure the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), the profession's CEU registry for Interior Designers
- Ongoing planning with ASID and IIDA to jointly provide a new, more accessible and lower cost NCIDQ preparatory program for designers
- Increased opportunities for student chapter collaboration through the joint promotion of Student member experiences including the Student Career Exchange and Student Career Bootcamp at NeoCon 2012
- A joint Fellows summit at NeoCon 2012
Q: What is IDCEC and why was it established?
A: The Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) is a centralized accrediting body for interior design continuing education. IDCEC aims to streamline the accreditation process for both course takers and providers, and to elevate the quality of continuing education within the industry.
Q: What is the new NCIDQ prep program that is being developed?
A: ASID's previous STEP workshop model required instructors and learners to participate in a three-day intensive program over the course of a weekend followed by a paper-based exam. Over the years, we have seen significant changes in the way people learn and in turn, ASID and IIDA are partnering to offer an improved course that offers a one-day, in-person meeting in addition to an online practical exam.
Q: How are the two organizations working together to benefit student members?
A: We are excited to collaborate on a new program at NeoCon 2012 called Destination Passport, which combines the resume and portfolio review, guest speakers, and 1:1 networking events of ASID's Student Career Exchange event and IIDA's Student Career Bootcamp event under one umbrella to provide students the fullest experience at NeoCon.
F.O.C.U.S. Greater Syracuse
Celebrating The Hotel Skyler LEED Platinum Certification
April 20, 2012
7:30 am - 8:45 am
You've never been anywhere like Hotel Skyler. In the serene and welcoming lobby, industrial minimalism meets soothing organic comfort. Retro and metro mingle cozily in one-of-a-kind guestrooms. From the moment you check in until you reluctantly say goodbye, you'll know you're somewhere special - somewhere designed to nurture the spirit and the planet. You're at Hotel Skyler, Syracuse's first LEED Platinum hotel.
Rediscovered, revived, renewed - and waiting for you
Hotel Skyler is an eclectic boutique hotel located at the epicenter of the Syracuse University campus. Once a former temple and theatre, this lovingly reclaimed gem boasts 58 expertly appointed guest rooms that mix cutting-edge technology with artisan details for an inspiring and invigorating hotel experience.
As a LEED Platinum hotel, Hotel Skyler takes the environment as seriously as you do. Optimized energy performance, ecologically sound materials, and a reduced carbon footprint combine to create a healthful and sustainable environment. Come experience the extraordinary level of eco-luxury and personalized service that makes Hotel Skyler a new generation hotel for a new generation of travelers.
Do you have a CEU or local design event you would like published in the chapters monthly newsletter?? If so please contact Melissa Butler at mbutler@neis.cc
FURNITURE, FASHION AND
MUSIC IN THE 18TH CENTURY!
CEU Opportunity in Rochester, New York
Ferguson Bath Kitchen & Light
3025 South Winton Road
Rochester, New York 14623
Thursday, May 3, 201210:00 am-1:00 pm10:00 - 11:00 Refreshments & become familiar with Baker Furniture
11:00 - 12:00 CEU Course 8622 (1 hour)
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch & Showroom Tour
RSVP by April 30, 2012. Space is limited.
Please email Debbie.Dicillo@kohler.com or call Debbie at 216-831-6400.
For more information please feel free to contact ASID President Upstate New York/Canada East Dani Polidor at 585-474-5677 or Dani@SuiteArtistry.com.
Presented by Jim Caughman, Senior Marketing Executive for the Kohler Interiors Group
Jim presents a fascinating retrospective on not only furniture, fashion and music --but also architecture, painting and literature during the "extended" 18th century (1680 - 1830), a Golden Age of creativity. This spirited lecture explores the links between creative expressions in each period and illustrates the organic development from one period to another.
Jim Caughman is the senior marketing executive for the Kohler Interiors Group, responsible for the Baker, McGuire, ANN SACKS, and Kallista brands. Other than serving as the Executive Director of the Washington Design Center for 3 years, he has spent his entire career with Baker and Kohler.
While living in London for 3 years, he started Baker's International Division and opened its first showroom outside of North America. He has also been intimately involved in Baker's historical licensing programs with The Historic Charleston Foundation and The Stately Homes of England and works closely with guest designers such as Barbara Barry and Thomas Pheasant.
Jim has a B.A. in French Literature and an M.A. in Foreign Affairs and has studied 7 classical and modern languages as well as European and Asian cultural history. He is a member of the Luxury Marketing Council in New York and served on the American board of The British National Trust. He has also been designated a Distinguished Speaker by the American Society of Interior Designers.
Having a background in cultural history and an interest in classic luxury brands, Jim has spent his professional career articulating a brand story to interior design professionals and affluent consumers. Using his background in comparative cultural studies, he has lectured extensively on the history and development of furniture and decorative art.
Calling all Industry Advocates!
ATTENTION MEMBERS! We are looking to grow our ASID Chapter and who better to help than our fellow members! You know all the benefits of being an ASID member, why not share that with your, co-workers, other professionals you know, and students! Not only will you be growing the ASID New York Canada East Network, but your own! Then for every allied, professional or industry partner you recruit, you will receive a $50 voucher towards your own ASID membership Dues!
The more you share the more your receive and you don't even have to do it on your own. The ASID website has multiple tools you can use to help you recruit and make sure your referrals reference you. Have any questions, contact Lauren Zacher, our Membership Director at lzacher@sedgwickbusiness.com or 585-489-5813.
Love Instructions! Have the new member write your member ID number on their application or when they apply online, and we track it. Once the new member has been active for four months, you receive your voucher code for $50 that can be used towards membership dues or anything in the ASID store. True Love!
Who should you share the love with? Think about your network of colleagues and friends. A designer can refer Industry Partners and vice versa. Don't be shy; everyone could use a lil' love!
All individuals, companies and their chapter affiliation will also be recognized on ASID.org.
Share the Love. Build an even stronger network of interior design professionals.
Click here for your Membership "Cheat Sheet" and Share the Love Cards .
Rules and Regulations
- The recruiter must be a current member in good standing to participate.
- Membership applications received without the recruiting member's name and membership ID number will not be counted towards the contest and there will be no retroactive qualifying of recruiters. Only one recruiter's info can correspond per applicant.
- The individual or company being recruited must qualify and be accepted for an official category of membership in ASID.
- To qualify and earn credit, the individual being recommended for membership must be a "new" member, that is, someone who has not been a member for at least one year or more.*
- Vouchers may be used for ASID membership dues or anything via the ASID Store.
- Vouchers must be redeemed online and by the end date provided.
- The final deadline to count towards the campaign is December 31, 2012.
- ASID Student members may not participate in this campaign.
- Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for ASID to use winner's name and likeness for advertising, promotion and other purposes without additional compensation unless prohibited by law.
- By entering, participants release and hold harmless ASID, its officers directors, members, and employees from any injuries, loss, damage or liability of any kind arising from or in connection to this Membership Program or acceptance or use of any prize won.
- If the individual was an allied or professional member within the past five years, they may complete a reinstatement form (and not reapply for membership). The recruiter's name and member ID number must be provided on the reinstatement form.
ASID reserves the right to alter or cancel this incentive program at any time. Contest rules and gifts are subject to change without notice. All U.S. federal, state and local rules apply. Void where prohibited. The prize winnings will be reported to the IRS and other taxing authorities by ASID as may be required, and Winners will be required to furnish all information necessary to comply with tax rules before receiving prizes. Winners are responsible for all taxes, if any, as a result of acceptance of the earned prize In the event the winners fail to comply with these rules or procedures, the prizes may be awarded to alternate winners.
ASID New York Upstate/ Canada East
Networking Opportunities
APRIL 2012
Wine & Cheese with Teknion Product Expert
April 24, 2012
One Webster's Landing
Syracuse, NY 13202
Join us at our Syracuse showroom where Lisa Barley and George Dern will be here to answer all your Teknion questions and to show off Teknion seating.
RSVP by April 20 to michelena@roiofficeinteriors.com
Syracuse Green Drinks
2nd Thursday of Every Month
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: Check our Green Drinks Syracuse Facebook page or Linked IN group for location information this month.
Do not go to the Genesee Grande Hotel. We will not be there!
Find us on LinkedIN Green Drinks Syracuse group for updates and networking and Facebook.
Reminders: sign up for the US Green Building Council's Upstate NY chapter Green Events calendar reminders at greenupstateny.org
Wider green community: for all the information on green and sustainable happenings in Upstate NY, check out GreeningUSA.org to be added to the comprehensive Green Events email newsletter.
ASID New York Upstate/Canada East
CEU Opportuities
APRIL 2012
CEU Lunch & Learn: Healthcare Motion Furniture
April 24, 2012
Nemschoff with Charlotte Wahler and Brianna Duell
Syracuse Office of Environments
375 Erie Blvd West
LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE EXAM PREP COURSE
April 26, 2012 7:30am - 5:00 pm
1 Day/ 8 AIA SD/HSW CE Hours
Double Tree Rochester
1111 Jefferson Road
Rochester, New York 14623l
BAKER FURNITURE, FASHION AND MUSIC IN THE 18TH CENTURY
May 3, 2012
Ferguson Bath Kitchen & Light
3025 South Winton Road
Rochester, New York 14623
Thursday, May 3, 2012
10:00 am-1:00 pm
10:00 - 11:00 Refreshments & become familiar with Baker Furniture
11:00 - 12:00 CEU Course 8622 (1 hour)
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch & Showroom Tour
For more information please feel free to contact ASID President Upstate New York/Canada East Dani Polidor at 585-474-5677 or Dani@SuiteArtistry.com
ASID National Events
April 22, 2012
Let's all get involved! Find a cleanup opportunity in your community, plant a tree, switch to energy efficient light bulbs, start a compost pile, bike/walk to work...to far carpool!
Slow The Flow
A faucet leaking just one drop per second wastes over 1,300 gallons per year! A leak from a hot water source wastes both water and fossil fuel, creating more greenhouse gasses. Most repairs to plumbing fixtures pay for themselves within just a year. Fix it!
Reduce, Reuse Recycle
It's more than just a slogan. You can start making the world a 'greener' place today: return hangers to the cleaners, donate clothing and computers to charities, pack lunches in reusable containers instead of bags, there are hundreds of easy things to do! It's up to you!
Walk, Hike, Ride A Bike
If people in the U.S. would occasionally ride a bike for a short errand instead of driving a car, over 70 million gallons of fuel could be saved each year! And there's the added benefit of enjoying the fresh air and exercise! For short errands, take a hike!
Archives
January 2012
Creativity and Innovation CEU in Ithaca Jan 31
This course presents current research about how the physical environment can facilitate or inhibit behaviors linked to creativity and innovation. Learn More...
December 2011
Meet the 2011-2012 Board of Directors
Please read through the biographical information below to learn about the 2011-2012 ASID Board of Directors for the New York Upstate / Canada East Chapter Learn More...