BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Les Fishman
Jens Albiez
Bob Garvin
Michael Halflants
Emma Joels
Peter Lizon
Jennifer McAlister
Larry Reinebach
Carrie Scupholm
Justin Smith
ADVISORY BOARD.
Carl Abbott, FAIA
Joseph King, AIA
Robert McCarter, Architect
Dale Parks, AIA
Guy Peterson, FAIA
Edward "Tim" Seibert, FAIA
Toshiko Mori, AIA
John Howey, FAIA
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The Sarasota Architectural Foundation (SAF) is the outgrowth of "An American Legacy: The Sarasota School of Architecture Tour and Symposium," a five-day showcase of Sarasota County's unique mid-century modern architecture known as the Sarasota School of Architecture. Developed by members of the Fine Arts Society of Sarasota, Inc. (FASS), the 2001 Tour was attended by over 1,000 design professionals, scholars, and individuals from around the world, and comprised scholarly lectures, guided bus and boat tours, a documentary, exhibitions and social events. A core group of Tour organizers subsequently formed SAF to focus on the ongoing preservation and celebration of the Sarasota School structures, and the promotion of architectural excellence within the Sarasota community.
Since SAF's incorporation in 2002, the organization has presented numerous architectural tours, film screenings, and educational events for scholars, professionals, and the general public, and has commitments for several more through 2004, including a groundbreaking tour of new Sarasota architecture in mid-2004 called "Thoroughly Modern." The organization's first newsletter was published in December, 2003, with an initial print run of 3,000 copies.
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SAF's members regularly work with and cultivate an expanding list of nationally recognized journalists, authors and photographers in order to promote Sarasota's modern architectural legacy. Articles in recent and upcoming issues of magazines including Metropolis, Modernism, Conde Nast Traveler, and Details have all benefited from the input and guidance of SAF, and upcoming books from Rizzoli entitled "Florida Modern" and "Modern Highrise" both benefited from SAF assistance in the location and procurement of photographic and interview opportunities.
SAF has also created a record of support for architectural excellence, through education and advocacy at every level of Sarasota government, taking part in the selection process for the design of the bus transit terminal adjacent to Sarasota City Hall (a notable example of the Sarasota School), and actively participating in discussions about design standards for commercial and downtown development with City and County governments. SAF has also helped underwrite like-minded efforts of other organizations, such as the AIA Gulf Coast Chapter's "No Brakes" design competition and "10x10" presentations.
SAF's core membership is a diverse group of individuals from many walks of life, each of whom share the vision that Sarasota can again be an epicenter of significant architectural design. Membership in SAF supports that vision and broadens its appeal. Join SAF and be a part of Sarasota's future, while celebrating the richness of its past. |
