Three-Day Design U Series

11:30am-1:00pm
February 4-6, 2009
Rayburn 2325
Lunch will be served

Dear Colleague,

We would like to draw your attention to an invitation you should have received from the High-Performance Buildings Congressional Caucus Coalition regarding a three-day series of lunch briefings from 11:30am-1:00pm on February 4-6, 2009 in 2325 Rayburn House Office Building.

By the year 2035, conservative estimates predict that nearly 75 percent of the nation's buildings will be new, rebuilt or renovated. Come learn from some of the nation's top building professionals about the latest innovations and techniques for designing buildings and communities that improve the quality of life for all Americans.

Improving Patient Outcomes Through High-Performing Health Facilities
Wednesday, February 4, 2009, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
2325 Rayburn

As Congress and the White House prepare to embark on major health care reform, learn about how high performing hospitals and health care facilities improve patient outcomes, reduce inpatient stays and create a better environment for doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

• Presented by the AIA Academy of Architecture for Health

21st Century Schools: High-Performance Buildings for High Performing Students
Thursday, February 5, 2009, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
2325 Rayburn

The evidence is in: high performing schools lead to better learning environments for students.

As school districts across the country grapple with aging school buildings, tight budgets and increased federal requirements, building professionals are striving to design and construct school buildings that are safe, efficient, sustainable and conducive to learning. See how we connect the dots between design strategies and improved educational performance.

• Presented by the AIA Committee on Architecture for Education

High-Performance Design to Keep Seniors Healthy and Active
Friday, February 6, 2009, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
2325 Rayburn

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans aged 65 and over is expected to double in size within the next 25 years. The question of where they will live has major implications on Medicare and other programs for the elderly. Learn about the latest trends in high-performance building design for older Americans, including living in place and assisted living facilities that are designed to enhance the quality of life and reduce medical costs for an aging society.

• Presented by the AIA Committee on Design for Aging

 

All interested Congressional staffers are cordially invited to this widely attended event. There is no charge for the event, but space is limited. Please RSVP by Feb. 3, 2009, with your name, title and affiliation to Robin Stevenson at rstevenson@aia.org