Rockford’s Federal Courthouse: Behind the Design

Add comment June 18th, 2009

On Monday, the American Institute of Architects - Northern Illinois is sponsoring a lunch and lecture featuring the design team for the new federal courthouse, which is pushing for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.

The event is at downtown Rockford’s Brio, in the basement.

11:45 a.m. to 12:30: lunch
12:30 to 12:40 p.m.: Robert Theel: Introduction of GSA’s Design Excellence Program/Fred Koetter
12:40-1:00 p.m.: Fred Koetter: Behind the Design
1 to 1:15 p.m.: All presenters: Q&A

Cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. They’d like RSVPs by today; it’s pay at the door.

E-mail Jennifer@AndersonMcInnis.com or call 815-489-6192.

Real Simple, queen of repurposing

Add comment June 18th, 2009

I was reading my issue of Real Simple at home this weekend, which had a few green ideas that I’ve since forgotten.

However, it regularly features “New Uses for Everyday Items.” Like I now use a wine rack as a magazine holder. Can’t find a pen? Use a toothpick to hit “reset” on your frozen device. Check ‘em out.