Nominate an Artisan for the MIA Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year 2010
The MIA Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year Award, sponsored by: Campolonghi Italia and Laticrete International, singles out one craftsman who has physically performed outstanding stone fabrication and/or installation over a period of many years. The individual candidate must have served as an apprentice stone mason and risen through the ranks as journeyman stone mason, foreman and superintendent. In addition, the person honored must have a solid track record of leadership and mentorship a real educator for those he works with. Deadline to Apply July 9, 2010. Click Here for More Information.
MIA Supports Marmomacc Architect Education
The twelfth edition of "Designing with Natural Stone" will run from September 27 - October 2, 2010 in Verona, Italy, in conjunction with MARMOMACC, the world's leading trade show for stone and design. More than 175 architects from all over the U.S. have participated in previous editions of the course. Scholarship applications for this year's course will be accepted until July 15th. The MIA, in cooperation with Marmomacc, has agreed to donate their Dimension Stone Design Manual to all architects participating in the program.
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Newest MIA Technical Bulletin Addresses Stone Anchoring Systems
The Marble Institute of America has released the newest in an ongoing series of technical bulletins for the natural stone industry. Titled Dimension Stone Anchorage Theory, Practice, & Components, the 12 page bulletin was prepared as a guide to the tradesperson to provide general insight how stone anchorage devices interface with stone panels and the building structure. Common anchorage devices are discussed, as well as some guidance regarding why certain anchor device selections may be more appropriate than others in particular situations.
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MIA Leadership Workshop Returns in October
On October 18-19, 2010, the Marble Institute of America will hold its annual leadership workshop in Dallas, TX. The MIA board of directors, volunteer committee chairs, and other industry leaders will be attending this outstanding leadership event. The event will be held the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, TX. Registration is now open.
The one-day event is geared to provide attendees with a chance to be with people who have proven strategies that will help your business; the prospect of being with other stone executives you couldnt meet any other way; and, knowledge to address critical topics to help you connect with members of the architecture and design community.
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Enter the 2010 Pinnacle Awards Competition Today!!!
Nominations are now being accepted.
The MIA is proud to announce a new element in the judging criteria for the 2010 Pinnacle Awards competition. This year, judges will be evaluating sustainable design elements in addition to the traditional criteria of beauty, creativity, ingenuity, craftsmanship and suitability of materials.
Now is the time to show off your best work. By entering the Pinnacle Awards competition you have the opportunity to make a statement about your work that can echo around the world.
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Nominate a Legend for the Migliori Award for Lifetime Achievement
Nominations are now being accepted for the Migliori Award. The Migliori Award was established in 2003 to recognize an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the natural stone industry and the Marble Institute of America. Deadline for 2010 entries: August 13, 2010.
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What's the Most Popular Countertop for Kitchens?
According to ConsumerReports.com Q&A, granite remains the biggest seller, having accounted for 56 percent of kitchen-countertop sales in the past year, according to the NPD Group, a market-research company. Quartz (Caesarstone and Silestone) and laminate (Formica), each with 13 percent of the countertop market, trail granite in popularity, followed closely by solid surfacing (DuPont Corian)...
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MIA Announces Continuing Education for Architects and Interior Designers
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) is now a continuing education provider for the following organizations within the design community:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
Interior Designers of Canada (IDC)
Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC)
International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
It's lunch-n-learn programs are made available through MIA member companies. In early September, the program guidelines for a new program will be rolled out.
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Education Seminars Coming to a City Near You!
Save these 2010 Dates:
June 30: St. Louis, MO
July 20: Calgary, AB
July 22: Denver, CO
September 15: San Francisco, CA
September 22: Minneapolis, MN
October 5-6: Vermont Quarry Tours
November 10: New York, NY
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