January 6, 2014
Landscape Designer Conference 2014
Registration fees up to Dec. 6 are:
$135 for members and $185 for non-members.
After Dec. 6, prices are $185 and $265 respectively.
Admission to Congress 2014 trade show is included with registration.
$135 for members and $185 for non-members.
After Dec. 6, prices are $185 and $265 respectively.
Admission to Congress 2014 trade show is included with registration.
Updated Jan., 5, 6:00 p.m.
Notice from show management: Landscape Designer Conference running as scheduled.Drive carefully and we will have hot coffee ready for you.
All attendees will be entered into a draw to win an iPad!
*Draw will take place during the closing remarks; must be present to win.
Monday, January 6, 2014
8:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS
8:45 to 9:00 a.m.
OPENING REMARKS
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
IS THERE A FUTURE IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN?
The nature of Landscape Design is changing around the world. In many countries the scope of work designers are permitted to do is narrowing, as landscape architects, interior designers, engineers and architects take responsibility for different areas of the built environment. Recently, the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA) expressed interest in pursuing a Practice Act that could have a similar impact on the landscape industry in Ontario. Ron and Christene will explore this important issue, with a look at what has happened in other countries, and then engage the audience in a discussion about what might happen in Canada.
Presented by
Ron Koudys, BLA, MEd, OALA , CSLA, ASLA, RLI (MI), CLD
Ron Koudys Landscape Architects, London, Ont.
Christene LeVatte, CLP
Highland Landscapes For Lifestyle
Sydney, N.S.
10:30 to 10:45 a.m.
BREAK
10:45 to 12:00 p.m.
DESIGN INSPIRATION FROM AN ATYPICAL ENTREPRENEUR
Where does a degree in Landscape Architecture take you...? Ron is not your average business owner. He is internationally recognized, and has followed everything but traditional landscape design principles and practices to build his business. His curiosity, groundbreaking concepts and connections took him around the globe to meet and work with some of the most interesting people in the world. Join him to learn more.Ron McCarthy, BLA
The McCarthy Group
Toronto, Ont.
12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
LUNCH
1:00 to 2:15 p.m.
THE ROLE OF THE LANDSCAPE DESIGNER: FROM DESIGN, TO TENDERS, TO CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND DEFICIENCY REVIEW
The primary role of ‘designer’ in the construction industry is to provide a design that will perform as intended and will meet the needs of the client. However, in many circumstances the obligations of these consultants go beyond the basic design functions. Landscape designers need to understand their risks and obligations in relation to these wider functions. Rob will first review the “do’s and don’ts” of how the contractual relationship between the designer, owner and contractor(s) should be structured. Presented By
Rob Kennaley
McLaughlin and Associates
Toronto, Ont.
2:15 to 2:45 p.m.
CLOSING KEYNOTEREBEL WITHOUT A GARDEN:
A PERSONAL JOURNEY THROUGH GARDEN DESIGN
Internationally known landscape designer and television personality Diarmuid Gavin will discuss how growing up in his “boring” suburban neighbourhood led him to reject accepted gardening norms, and challenge perceptions of what a garden was and could be. He has lived with a determination to create gardens that are fun, quirky, sometimes just beautiful … but (nearly) always different.
Presented By
Diarmuid Gavin
Diarmuid Gavin Designs
2:45 to 3:00 p.m.
BREAK
3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
...CLOSING KEYNOTE CONTINUED
4:00 p.m.
GRAND PRIZE DRAW & NETWORKING RECEPTION
