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The
Association for Computer Aided Design In Architecture (
ACADIA) is a
non-profit organization active in the area of
computer-aided architectural design (
CAAD).
Mission statement
Begun in 1981, the organization's objectives are recorded in its bylaws:
(External Link
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ACADIA was formed for the purpose of facilitating communication and information exchange regarding the use of computers in architecture, planning and building science. A particular focus is education and the software, hardware and pedagogy involved in education.
The organization is also committed to the research and development of computer aides that enhance design creativity, rather than simply production, and that aim at contributing to the construction of humane physical environments.
Membership
Membership is open to anyone who subscribes to the objectives of the organization, including architects, educators, and software developers, whether resident in North America or not. An online membership registration form and directory is available via the organization
web site.
Activities
Annual conference
ACADIA sponsors an
annual conference, held in the autumn of each year at a different site in North America. Papers for the conferences undergo extensive blind review before being accepted for presentation (and publication). Membership isn't a prerequisite for submission of a paper.
Proceedings
Each year the conference papers are gathered into a proceedings publication which is distributed to members, and available to the public via the organization's web site
(External Link).
Competitions
ACADIA has been a pioneer in the use of the web for conducting design competitions. It held its first online competition and review in 1998
(External Link). The second competition, in which entrants also served as jury, was held in 2001
(External Link).
Awards
Started in 1998,
ACADIA Awards of Excellence are "the highest award that can be achieved in the field of architectural computing"
(External Link). The awards are given in areas of practice, teaching, research and service, with at most one award in each category per year. Past awards
(External Link) have recognized various significant contributors to the field of architectural computing.
History
Further Information
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