Minneapolis / St. Paul

AFH MSP’s commitment to our clients is grounded in the following design tenets:

Local: Design is informed by what is intrinsically bound to a culture. We respond to that, respect it, and draw upon it.

Sustainable: We design for the health of humanity. Sustainability is about creating a balance between what we build and what is naturally meant to be and ensuring a project’s longevity and financial integrity.

Appropriate: The components of a design are made compelling by their ability to respond to a community’s needs both technically and emotionally.

Collaborative: Successful projects come from the informational input from all parties involved through the dedication of passionate people.

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July 2010 meeting

Event Minutes posted by Maureen Colburn on July 19, 2010
Event: 
AFH MSP July Meeting
Attendees: 
Jeffrey Swainhart

1. Justin and Jordan presented research on Somaliland and precedent studies for vernacular construction. A variety of building materials were studied. One resource: www.librariesforafrica.com. Need to clarify expectations for project with Client. Verify city, program, budget. Will post document to OAN.

1. Justin and Jordan presented research on Somaliland and precedent studies for vernacular construction. A variety of building materials were studied. One resource: www.librariesforafrica.com. Need to clarify expectations for project with Client. Verify city, program, budget. Will post document to OAN.
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AFH MSP July Meeting

Event posted by Maureen Colburn on July 17, 2010
July 19, 2010 - 18:15 - 19:15

Since we have not yet found a new meeting location, we will meet on Monday at the Nomad World Pub patio as usual for a regular meeting.

Agenda:

1. Somaliland Public Library precedent studies - presented by Justin.
2. Buddhist Temple deck build project - presented by Sishir.
3. Discuss new meeting location - all.

Since we have not yet found a new meeting location, we will meet on Monday at the Nomad World Pub patio as usual for a regular meeting. Agenda: 1. Somaliland Public Library precedent studies - presented by Justin. 2. Buddhist Temple deck build project - presented by Sishir. 3. Discuss new meeting location - all.

AFH MSP Working Session

Event posted by Maureen Colburn on July 7, 2010
July 19, 2010 - 18:00 - 20:00

The July meeting will be dedicated to working on conceptual plans for the Somaliland Public Library that we are designing for local non-profit Educational Opportunities for Somaliland.

Due to a change at the West Bank Social Center, we are now looking for a new permanent meeting location so please contact Maureen or Rich with any ideas. The Nomad works great for typical meetings (can't beat the 2-for-1's!) but not for working sessions.

Please save the date and we will post the location ASAP.

The July meeting will be dedicated to working on conceptual plans for the Somaliland Public Library that we are designing for local non-profit Educational Opportunities for Somaliland. Due to a change at the West Bank Social Center, we are now looking for a new permanent meeting location so please contact Maureen or Rich with any ideas. The Nomad works great for typical meetings (can't beat the 2-for-1's!) but not for working sessions. Please save the date and we will post the location ASAP.

Citizen Architect: screening at the Walker Art Center

Event posted by Maureen Colburn on June 23, 2010
July 1, 2010 - 19:00 - 21:00

Citizen Architect: Sam Mockbee and the Spirit of the Rural Studio
Directed by Sam Wainwright Douglas
http://citizenarchitectfilm.com

Screening/Discussion starts at 7, free tickets available at Bazinet Garden Lobby desk starting at 6

Citizen Architect: Sam Mockbee and the Spirit of the Rural Studio Directed by Sam Wainwright Douglas http://citizenarchitectfilm.com Screening/Discussion starts at 7, free tickets available at Bazinet Garden Lobby desk starting at 6
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Cameron visits AFH MSP

Update posted by Maureen Colburn on June 9, 2010

Breakfast with Cameron Sinclair is becoming a semi-regular Chapter event in Minneapolis (every 5 years or so)!

Breakfast with Cameron Sinclair is becoming a semi-regular Chapter event in Minneapolis (every 5 years or so)!

AFH MSP Monthly Meeting

Event posted by Maureen Colburn on June 8, 2010
June 21, 2010 - 18:00 - 19:00

Please join us for our monthly meeting at the Nomad World Pub patio!

Agenda:

1. Celebrate successful completion of the Homeless Locker Storage Project (everyone).
2. Hope Integrated Academy - update and fundraising (Greg).
3. Educational Opportunities for Somaliland Public Library (Jeffrey).
4. Haiti recovery - connecting with U of M (everyone).
5. New business (everyone).

Please join us for our monthly meeting at the Nomad World Pub patio! Agenda: 1. Celebrate successful completion of the Homeless Locker Storage Project (everyone). 2. Hope Integrated Academy - update and fundraising (Greg). 3. Educational Opportunities for Somaliland Public Library (Jeffrey). 4. Haiti recovery - connecting with U of M (everyone). 5. New business (everyone).
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Homeless Locker Project Build Day at The Family Place

Event posted by Maureen Colburn on April 19, 2010
April 24, 2010 - 09:00 - 16:00

Architecture for Humanity Minneapolis-St. Paul in building storage lockers for homeless families at The Family Place. We need as many volunteers as possible to complete this needed project. Please come by for a shift from 9-Noon and/or 12:30-3:30!

Architecture for Humanity Minneapolis-St. Paul in building storage lockers for homeless families at The Family Place. We need as many volunteers as possible to complete this needed project. Please come by for a shift from 9-Noon and/or 12:30-3:30!
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