What you will learn

At the end of the Saturday Morning course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the historical development of the urban planning and architectural styles of St. Augustine’s central historic district through field sketching and discourse. Locations for the plein air sketching are selected based on historical significance and demonstrable benefits to the public achieved through location-specific design.
  2. Identify how traditional planning principles employed via the Laws of the Indies have endured through time and continue to have positive affects on current day occupants through decreased reliance on motor vehicles, walkability, eyes on the street security, the economy of density, and variety of income.
  3. Discuss how these principles of traditional urbanism benefit social welfare through increased social interaction and civic engagement, as evident in continued residency of its citizens and robust population of visitors, and obvious market demand to maintain and emulate these organic and human-scaled typologies.
  4. Document and analyze significant streets and public spaces with an eye towards understanding how different vantage points and angles of approach provide unique and deliberate choices in the composition of edifices, open space, perspective, detail, framing, shade, and shadow.

At the end of the Saturday Afternoon course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the role of historic preservation in providing a sustainable built environment, from its material approach (natural and non-toxic) to its effect on maintaining intact built environment and culture proven to promote human flourishing for hundreds of years.
  2. Explore the material technologies and methods of construction utilized in the historic structures of the area (Coquina + tabby stone masonry, wood lap siding+ wood shake etc.), and the continued importance on traditional craftsmanship in cultural continuity and establishing a “sense of place”.
  3. Compare modern and traditional construction methods, with an emphasis on how the latter are healthier for both occupants and craftspeople alike, such as (but not limited to) providing minimal comparative carbon footprints for production, minimal chemical off-gassing, and passive indoor and outdoor environmental management.
  4. Explain the multidisciplinary and collaborative task of establishing a beneficial and salutary traditional built environment as provided by a professional team of craftsmen, preservationists, architects, and planners.

Registration

Friday - Sketch Crawl Meet & Greet
Free (With RSVP)
Saturday Morning & Afternoon Sessions - ICAA Members
$25
Saturday Morning & Afternoon Sessions - General Public
$30
Saturday Morning & Afternoon Sessions - Students
Free (with RSVP)
Sunday Farewell Lecture & Recap
Free (with RSVP)
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FAQ

How can I contact the ICAA regarding a course?

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How do I register for an upcoming ICAA continuing education course?

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Does the ICAA offer the same continuing education courses seasonally?

The ICAA National Office does not offer recurring continuing education classes on a regular basis, but aims to offer future sessions of classes whose demand exceeded capacity. Core classes are generally offered annually or semi-annually. The frequency of ICAA Chapter courses varies by region.

Which courses count towards the ICAA Certificate in Classical Architecture?

You can find a list of the ICAA's core curriculum subject areas along with more details about the ICAA Certificate in Classical Architecture program by clicking here. For questions about specific courses that aren’t on this list, please contact [email protected].

Do I need to have prior experience to keep up in a studio-based class?

Most ICAA continuing education courses are suited to all artistic and academic backgrounds. Seasoned artists and novices alike have enjoyed and improved on their skills in ICAA classes. If a class has any pre-requisites or is recommended for a certain experience level, this will appear on the class listing on the ICAA website. While Chapter courses may be listed on classicist.org, you should check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, pricing, and pre-requisites.

What is the difference between AIA Elective and HSW credits?

Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) in architecture includes topics that relate to the structural integrity and soundness of a building or a building site. Course content must focus on these topics in order to provide HSW credits. For more information on ICAA classes that have been approved by the AIA for HSW credit, please contact [email protected].

I am no longer able to attend a course for which I have registered. Am I able to receive a refund of my registration payment for the course?

In many cases, you will be able to receive a full or partial refund of your course registration fee. For courses in the New York Region, you may refer to the ICAA's Continuing Education cancellation and refund policy by clicking here.

Where can I find the ICAA's policies on refunds or making a complaint about a course?

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