CEUs
n/a
Cost
Free
Location
Zoom
Program Overview
The recent Architecture Matters article in Soapbox, How Stuff Gets Built, endeavored to explain the development process for commercial and residential properties. To continue the discussion, five architects representing a range of work will have an interactive conversation to dive deeper into topics touched on in the article including encouraging sustainability and opportunities for improving what gets built and how it’s done. Questions from the audience will also be addressed throughout the program.
If you’re curious about what gets built and how projects are designed and developed – whether the house next door, a mixed-use building in your neighborhood business district, or big projects downtown – this is the program for you. Residents and business owners can influence the development process in their communities, but only if they understand how stuff gets built. Join us to learn more.
Presented By
AIA Cincinnati and Soapbox Cincinnati
Speakers
Steve Kenat, AIA, Director of Community Development at GBBN
As GBBN’s Director of Community Development, Steve leads residential, civic, non-profit, and library projects. His leadership balances multiple stakeholders, design teams, and clients and channels their collective passion into transformative projects that impact the people they serve. Most recently, Steve has overseen the expansion of Ronald McDonald House Cincinnati, now the largest in the world. Additional projects include multi-family housing such as the renovation of Cincinnati's iconic Union Central Tower (aka PNC Tower) and 1010 On-the Rhine; affordable housing developments like Willkommen and Logan Commons; and civic institutions like the restoration of Cincinnati Union Terminal, a National Historic Landmark. An active participant in the Urban Land Institute, Steve advances the conversation about the connection between equity, affordability, and thriving communities by speaking at the national, regional, and local level. A passionate urbanist and downtown resident, Steve loves getting around via bike share, so if you see him pedal by, be sure to give him a wave.
Doug Kramer, AIA, Vice President of Architecture at A.N Architects Inc., part of Al. Neyer
Doug Kramer is known for his ability to champion conceptual design on a large scale. From initial design through construction, Doug digs details that have the power to exceed expectations and satisfy unique demands. Al. Neyer’s clients count on Doug for his passion for innovative architecture and the ability to execute it while achieving the user’s business objectives. With more than 15 years of experience, he demonstrates a dynamic skill set that sets him apart from other architectural designers; Doug is technologically savvy, well-read, highly creative and rigorous in his discipline to produce buildable designs.
Rick Meyer, AIA, Architect and Business Manager at Meyer Brothers & Sons
Rick has been in the business since he was a kid, working with his uncles and cousins on job sites. After graduating Badin high school he went to Ball State University to study architecture. After graduating college with a degree in Architecture and Environmental Design he moved to Oregon. Landing back in Ohio in 2008, got his professional architectural license, and helped to transform the business from only remodeling to design | build | remodel.
Sheri Scott, AIA, Founder and Principal Architect at Springhouse Architects and Springhouse Structures
Sheri Scott is an award winning residential architect, designing unique projects nationally and has been featured in several high end lifestyle magazines as well as a two time Amazon Best Seller. As a University of Cincinnati graduate, Sheri is licensed by AIA & NCARB with over 25 years experience in residential architecture. Sheri has guided hundreds of clients through the complex project of custom home building that led them to a family home where they can settle in at night in a place of comfort. As a highly sought after architect, Sheri has recently launched Springhouse Structures so that Springhouse can lead you through your entire project from dreaming to housewarming party. Sheri leads clients with the belief that when people feel at home, they become restored.
Carl Sterner, AIA, Director of Design and Sustainability at Sol design + consulting
At Sol, Carl oversees the architectural design studio and manages the design and delivery of highly sustainable projects. This role has allowed him to develop a deep appreciation for Sol’s mission-driven culture and truly phenomenal team. Carl brings over a decade of leadership in the sustainable design industry, including past experience in architectural design, energy modeling, and software development, including helping to develop and launch Sefaira, the most widely used energy-and daylighting-analysis tool among U.S. architects. His architectural experience ranges from single-family residences to commercial and institutional work, and includes multiple Net Zero Energy, LEED Platinum, and Passive House projects. During his time at Sol, he’s most proud of his involvement in the Fairwood Commons project, the first multi-family Passive House in Ohio. Regardless of the size or complexity of the project, Carl loves the challenge of creating sustainable, low-energy buildings coupled with great design. His goal is to mainstream what many now consider “fringe” concepts: super-low-energy, carbon negative, regenerative design.
About Soapbox Cincinnati and Issue Media Group
Soapbox Cincinnati’s mission is to connect people to place. Issue Media Group publications leverage the power of solutions-based journalism and narrative storytelling in partnership with community-based leadership coalitions to increase attachment to place – a foundational element to inclusive economic growth – while delivering community response to local media contraction.