When: Tuesday March 14, 2023 - 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm CST
Where: East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury St Chicago, IL 60654
Event Agenda
4:30 pm: Networking - visit tabletop sponsors (5) and socialize with members
5:45 pm: Welcome, Chapter Announcements & Dinner
6:30 pm (approx.): Educational Presentation
Case Studies: Design Strategies for Out(side)-of-the-Box Ceilings
Ceiling systems can play an integral role in the acoustic quality, lighting, energy use, air quality, wayfinding, and overall user experience of an environment. There are a vast range of ceiling systems options that vary from standard ceiling systems to complete custom fabrications; all in a wide variety of materials, textures, and colors.
This program will depict several design and construction case studies presented by members of the project design teams. The presenters will discuss the design and fabrication processes for the ceiling systems, and explain how the system selection addressed the design goals for their projects.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the differences in design process for a standard ceiling system versus a custom fabricated ceiling system.
- Identify how different ceiling systems can contribute to the overall experience of a built environment.
- Explore the advantages and disadvantages of different types of ceiling systems.
- Describe how ceiling system design can contribute to a project’s sustainability goals.
Speakers:
John Rausch AIA, RID, LEED AP
Design Principal, JGMA
John Rausch is a founding member and preeminent architectural designer of JGMA. He played a crucial and decisive role in the firm’s inception, and continues to define and promote goals of combining socially significant projects with sophisticated, avant-garde design. John joined forces with Mr. Juan Moreno, President and Founder of JGMA to establish a design-focused architecture studio at the height of great economic downturn. They took the stance that sincere investigations of ideas are, in fact, intrinsically valuable to an architect’s services. This declaration continues bode well as JGMA has quickly become recognized as one of the most notable design firms in Chicago.
John’s dedication to realizing innovative designs continues to prove fruitful as well. The Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) El Centro campus, The United Neighborhood Organization (UNO) Soccer Academy, and the Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy (IHSCA) High School, all projects in which John was intimately involved, have won Design Excellence awards from the Richard H Driehaus Foundation and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Chicago.
Laura Amaro RA, CPHC
Project Architect and Sustainability Leader, JGMA
Laura Amaro is a Project Architect and Sustainability Leader at JGMA. Laura holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree and a minor in Business from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, IL. Amaro is a licensed architect in the state of Illinois, a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) through the Passive House Institute US (Phius), an active member of Arquitectos - The Society of Hispanic Professional Architects and participates as a member of Arquitinas whose goal is to mentor young professional Latinas through the licensing process.
In the office, Laura works on a range of projects including affordable housing, institutional, mixed-use high rise and airport projects. Her design sensibilities and strong technical knowledge make her an asset on all teams.
Amaro has a passion for sustainable building design. Outside of the office, she dedicates time to expanding her knowledge on building science, renewable energies, and sustainable materials. As Sustainability Leader, Amaro shares her knowledge with the office through presentations and team meetings.
Emilio Padilla AIA
Project Director, JGMA
Emilio Padilla, AIA is a project director at JGMA (Juan Gabriel Moreno Architects). Emilio studied architecture at the University of Illinois at Chicago and also lived and studied in Merida, Mexico and Barcelona, Spain during his academic career. At JGMA, Emilio oversees and manages multiple projects through the design and construction phases. Through his work experience and influence, Emilio’s portfolio includes a wide range of local and international project types; public and private sector, hospitality, commercial and non- profit organizations.
Emilio has served as president of Arquitectos Inc., where he supports the success of the organization’s mission. His mission-driven leadership has expanded services provided by Arquitectos to students, emerging professionals, and licensed professionals seeking further professional development. Emilio is also a member of AIA Chicago and serves on the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion roundtable. He is very active in his community and has served as a commissioner for the historic preservation commission, and lives in a historic bungalow in Berwyn.
Francisco Rivadeneyra
Managing Partner, d5 Design and Metal Fabrication, LLC
Francisco Rivadeneyra grew up surrounded by metal and his Dad had a metal fabrication shop in Mexico. Francisco, has worked in the metal industry for more than 25 years and successfully completed many notable Chicago area projects. Some of his greatest achievements have been in the restoration sector of the market, which have included prolific buildings like the Carbon Carbide Building, the Page Building, the Broadway Building, 860-880 Lake Shore Dr, the entry canopy of the Drake Hotel, the Museum of Science and Industry, and the Palmer House. Additionally, he worked on both commercial and institutional projects managing detailers, fabricators, and field crew.
Francisco is one of the founding members of D5 Design and Metal Fabrication. He has built many successful working relationships in the industry, enabling him to fully collaborate with project design teams. Trained as an architect he enjoys working with designers and architects pro-actively avoiding problems and coordinating design solutions before costs and scheduling are impacted.
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Registration Cost (Includes Dinner)
Registration closes 2 days before the event or when capacity is met. Event space is limited to the first 130 registered attendees. Registration is refundable up to 7 days before the event.
- CSI Member = $50
- CSI Non-Member = $100
Parking cost not included - Click here for parking information.
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