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Residential Architect, April, 2005 by Shelley D. Hutchins

masonry construction: project of the year contest deadline: may 1

residential architect's sister publication MASONRY CONSTRUCTION hosts its 6th annual competition honoring the best masonry projects built in the past two years. Categories include single and multifamily residential, fireplaces, landscaping, historic restoration, and commercial. For entry requirements, call 630.705.2604 or e-mail rholzhauer@hanleywood.com.

john clancy award for socially responsible housing deadline: june 13

Any group or individual who has planned, designed, or built an appropriate project is eligible. Winners will receive certificates and widespread publication to recognize and encourage excellence in socially responsible urban housing, as exemplified by the Langham Court project (shown) designed by John Clancy, principal of Boston-based firm Good Clancy. Call 617.951.1433, ext. 225, or go to www.johnclancyaward.org for full details.

2005 solutia international design awards deadline: june 30

Any architect, designer, or industry professional may submit any project completed in 2004 that features the liberal use of Solutia's architectural laminated glass products. Up to four architectural winners will be recognized. Shown: Colored Reflections by Hal Ingberg, architect, Montreal, winner of a 2004 award. For entry requirements call 314.822.8860, e-mail janetlryan@earthlink.net, or visit www.vancera.com/design.> lying on paper: architectural renderings of the 20th century april 1-june 4 architech gallery, chicago

More akin to sales tools than architecturally accurate studies, presentation renderings often visualize a fantastical end result. Original drawings and prints by various architects and architectural students from the past century highlight these beautiful and partially imaginary creations. To learn more, call 312.475.1290 or visit www.architechgallery.com.

petra: lost city of stone april 4-august 15 calvin college. grand rapids, mich.

A decade-long effort resulted in this collection of 200 objects, many of which have never been on display in the United States. Stone sculptures and reliefs (such as this head of Medusa), ceramics, metalwork, various artworks, and other artifacts compose a comprehensive exhibition on the ancient Middle Eastern city of Petra and its creators. For display hours call 800.PETRA05 or go to www.calvin.edu/petra.> residential design 2005 april 6-7 seaport world trade center, boston

Nationally and internationally renowned industry leaders share their knowledge of residential architecture, interior design, construction, urban design, sustainable design and more through 50 workshops. Call 800.544.1898 or visit www.buildbostonresidential.com for information.

extreme textiles: designing for high performance april 8-january 15 cooper hewitt, new york city

More than 150 highly engineered materials created for extreme conditions will be displayed. Applications include architecture, aerospace, and medicine. For museum hours call 212.849.8400 or check out www.cooperhewitt.org.

heather allen: architectural textiles april 21-july 29 the octagon, washington, d.c.

Using cloth that is dyed, painted, and printed, artist Heather Allen creates compositions that communicate the architectural allure of partially opened doors, hallways, and spiral staircases leading to the unknown. Thirty of these multimedia textiles will demonstrate the artist's exploration of interior space. For museum hours, phone 202.638.3105 or visit www.theoctagon.org.

greening rooftops for sustainable communities conference may 4-6 washington convention center

Courses in research, design, and policy relate to green roof technology and its potential to improve the health of communities across North America. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will present the keynote address. The trade show offers more than 100 exhibitors. Call 416.971.4494, ext. 229, to register, or visit www.greenroofs.org.

connections may 11-13 hyatt regency burlingame, san francisco

The Digital Home Conference and Showcase offers sessions covering the management of home networks and technologies. Exhibitions feature the latest appliances, services, and devices in the connected home. Register by calling 972.490.1113 or go to www.connectionsconference.com.

i saloni may 14 17 piers 90-92, new york city

Contemporary home designs from more than 60 of Italy's finest furnishing manufacturers will be featured. Go to www.isaloniworldwide.com for details.

aia national convention and design exposition may 19-21 mandalay bay, las vegas

More than 22,000 architects and building industry pros come together to explore "The Power of Architecture: Imagine, Create, Transform." Choose from 160 education classes, 600-plus exhibitors, 35 tours, special events, pre-conference seminars, and more. For registration information call 800.242.3837 or check out www.aiaconvention.com.

the arts and crafts movement in europe and america: 1880-1920 design for the modern world may 19-september 5 milwaukee art museum

The exhibition places this rich design era, which championed the integration of art into everyday life, within an international, social, and economic context. More than 300 arts and crafts objects including furniture, architectural drawings, metalwork, and ceramics will be displayed. Shown is a 1901 fireplace surround by George Washington Maher. Call 414.224.3200 for museum hours, or visit www.mam.org.