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Residential Architect, Jan-Feb, 2003

dupont benedictus awards

deadline: february 14

Celebrating their 11th year, the Benedictus awards recognize inventive and significant uses of laminated glass. Shown is 2002 grand prize winner, Talus de Temple in Avalon, France, designed by Rotterdam, Netherlands-based architect Dirk Jan Postel. Eligible projects must have been completed within the past five years. For entry requirements, visit www.dupontbenedictus.com or call 202.789.2424.

american architecture awards 2003

deadline: february 15

Sponsored by the Chicago Athenaeum, any American architect or firm can submit residential or commercial buildings. Shown is 2002 winner the Koehler House, in New Brunswick, Canada, by Julie Snow Architects. Winners will be exhibited in summer 2003. For an application, call 847.895.3950 or visit www.chi-athenaeum.org.

big & green: toward sustainable architecture in the 21st century

january 17-june 22

national building museum, washington, d.c.

Divided into five sections (energy, light and air, greenery, water and waste, construction, and urbanism), this exhibit uses photographs, drawings, models, and interactive components to show the benefits of sustainable architecture and design. Shown is the Eastgate building in Harare, Zimbabwe. For exhibit information, visit www.nbm.org or call 202.272.2448.

oh boym! a sideshow of design

january 25-april 13

bellevue art museum, bellevue, wash

The whimsical housewares and furniture designs of husband-and-wife team Constantin and Laurene Boym will be showcased. Seventeen stages will reveal the couple's design process and original inspirations. A book, Curious Boym: Design Works, accompanies the show. For museum hours, call 425.519.0770 or visit www.bellevueart.org.

building energy conference

march 12-15

boston park plaza hotel, boston

The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association's fourth such conference will bring together professionals in the fields of renewable energy and green building to address practical solutions to issues such as rising energy prices, sustainable building techniques, and healthy construction. To register, visit www.nesea.org or call 413.774.6051.

coverings

march 24-27

orange country convention center, orlando, fla.

View the latest tile and stone flooring product designs, styles, sizes, and colors created by more than 1,350 companies from 45 countries. Last year's event attracted more than 30,000 architects, builders, buyers, wholesalers, and designers. Visit www.coverings.com or call 800.881.9400 for more details.