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2008 Docomomo International Conference & Student Workshop
The Dutch chapter of Docomomo is honoured to host the 10th International Docomomo Conference: The Challenge of Change, Dealing with the Legacy of the Modern Movement. The conference will take place in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, in September 2008 and will mark the 20th anniversary of DOCOMOMO.
DOCOMOMO US is pleased to offer a limited number of travel scholarships for full time students registered in historic preservation programs at US universities to participate in associated Student Workshop.
Submitted by info on Wed, 2008-04-23 15:02.
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Winter 2008 Newsletter Now Available Online!
The Winter 2008 Newsletter focusing on landscape and open space is now available. For a printed copy please email newsletter [at] docomomo-us [dot] org for more information.
For the online version, please click here.
Submitted by info on Fri, 2008-02-01 12:19.
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DOCOMOMO Residence Grant 2008
DOCOMOMO International is delighted to open the 2008 call for candidacies for its residence grant in Paris to support research on the conservation and the documentation of buildings, sites and neighborhoods' of the Modern Movement.
Submitted by info on Thu, 2007-12-20 12:46.
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conferences and seminars
Every two years, DOCOMOMO holds an International Conference for the Working Parties and their members. The conference serves as an opportunity to inquire into a theme that touches upon an important aspect of the Modern Movement. The conference is also a platform where specialists from all over the world can meet, exchange knowledge and make contacts.
2008 Conference
10th International Conference: The Challenge of Change, Dealing with the Legacy of the Modern Movement
17-19 September 2008
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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IN THE NEWS: Albert Ledner's National Maritime Union
The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission rejected a development proposal that would have demolished nine buildings in the Greenwich Village Historic District, including Albert Ledner's 1964 National Maritime Union.
Submitted by info on Wed, 2008-05-07 11:07.
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THREATENED: Parkmerced, San Francisco
Parkmerced: Symbol of future or the past?
By Dave Weinstein, San Francisco Chronicle. Published May 3, 2008
Parkmerced Investors plans to make major changes to one of San Francisco's most unusual neighborhoods, including demolishing the garden apartments, preserving the high-rises and adding others, along with new midrise dwellings. Many of the streets and most of the open space would be reconfigured as well.
Submitted by info on Tue, 2008-05-06 18:47.
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Published! Theodore Prudon's Preservation of Modern Architecture
PRESERVATION OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE by Theodore H.M. Prudon is now available.
As Modern architecture ages to a point where preservation is necessary, the methods and technology used in preservation must be carefully considered to maintain the design integrity of the building. This book is a guide for the professional architect who is interested in a broad background in preservation as a field as well as specific material and technology issues in preservation.
Submitted by info on Mon, 2008-04-28 11:05.
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Join Docomomo's new Social Network
DOCOMOMO US has launched a new service for its members to stay current and connected to topics related to the architecture of the modern movement. The network offers the opportunity for members to engage in discussions, networking, national events and more.
Join now! http://docomomo.ning.com
Submitted by info on Wed, 2008-04-23 15:21.
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Obituary: Joseph Amisano 1917-2008
Atlanta architect Joseph Amisano, FAIA died on Saturday April 12. A partner of the firm Toombs, Amisano, & Wells, his work defined the progressive period of post-WWII Atlanta.
Submitted by jon buono on Thu, 2008-04-17 09:37.
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DOCOMOMO included in AIArchitect Special Edition: Preserving Modern Buildings
AIArchitect Special Edition: Preserving Modern Buildings includes profile of DOCOMOMO/US founding president Theodore H.M. Prudon and article by DOCOMOMO/NE president David E. Fixler.
Submitted by info on Mon, 2008-03-10 10:52.
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