OTTAWA, May 12, 2010 –RAIC Foundation is pleased to announce Matthew A. Schmid from the University of Waterloo is the recipient of the CaGBC 2010 scholarship.
Mr. Schmid is ranked amongst the top students at the School of Architecture at Waterloo and has been the recipient of several scholarships including the Ontario Graduate Scholarship, the University of Waterloo Presidents Graduate Scholarship and the School of Architecture Academic Award. Standards for Architectural students are generally high, and ranking at Matthew's level is achieved only by a handful of individuals. He is studying evolutionary design methods measured by ecological impact, continuing the traditions exemplified by the early 20th century innovation of Antonio Gaudi.
The CaGBC provides the RAIC Foundation with this generous endowment - an annual $5000– to nurture the next generation of “green” designers by promoting and encouraging sustainable research and design in Canadian Schools of Architecture.
To be eligible - students must submit a master’s thesis proposal. A jury then selects the one that has the most promising environmental benefits.
The jury in selecting Mr. Schmid stated:
“The proposal describes a clearly articulated research project linking architectural design with ecology and suggesting architectural solutions bridging the natural and built environments. The candidate’s reference to historical precedent, the role and rigour of a respected research mentor and the application to a community based building type is an encouraging indication of where sustainable building is heading in the future.”
“…proposes research and design investigations which promise to take on both social and environmental themes of sustainability. Prior work and design experience shows a sustained interest in a sustainable practice of architecture.”
About the CaGBC
CaGBC is a national non-profit organization which was founded in Dec 2002, with offices in Ottawa and Vancouver. Working with over two thousand three hundred corporate members and eight chapters across the country, our vision is a transformed built environment leading to a sustainable future. To achieve its mission the Council leads and accelerates the transformation of the built environment to high-performing, healthy green buildings, homes and communities throughout Canada.
Since its inception, the Council has worked to:
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change industry standards,
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develop best design practices and guidelines;
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advocate for green buildings, and
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develop of educational tools to support its members in implementing sustainable design and construction practices.
RAIC Foundation
The RAIC Foundation was established in 1964 to strengthen the profession, and is the responsibility of the RAIC College of Fellows. It is committed to developing programs to ensure a vibrant place for architecture in Canadian society, the advancement of excellence in architecture, and to promote the development of programs to support the architectural profession throughout Canada. It is supported entirely by bequests and voluntary donations and includes endowments that provide financial assistance for worthwhile projects that advance the understanding and awareness of architecture, both for the public and for the profession.
Architecture Canada | RAIC
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada is a voluntary national association established in 1907 as the voice for architecture and its practice in Canada. Representing more than 4,000 architects, the RAIC is the leading voice of architecture in Canada whose mission is:
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To affirm that architecture matters;
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To celebrate the richness and diversity of architecture in Canada; and
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To support architects in achieving excellence.
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