Any new architectural project involving an AIA-KC registered architect is eligible to participate in the Art through Architecture program through the following process:
- Register to set up a consultation meeting with an
AtA representative. (link) The representative will then contact architect
and client to schedule an appointment.
- Review artists in the AtA on-line
database of eligible artists. Make note of artists of interest.
Consider type(s) of work of interest in relation to project, whether
completed artworks to display in the new building; new commissioned
works for specific interior or exterior areas; or including an artist
on a design team from the early stages of the project's development.
- Meet with AtA representative to discuss the AtA
program, the architectural project, budget and desired level of Art
Achievement, and possibilities for inclusion of artists and artworks.
Continue to review artists and identify artists of interest.
- Visit studios and galleries
of targeted artists. AtA representative will assist in scheduling
and attending visits (extent determined relative to art budget). If
commissioning new work or including artist on design team, AtA representative
will assist in helping to define project scope, contract with artist,
and process for completion.
- Purchase or commission artworks. Existing
works should be purchased directly from artists or galleries (when
artists are represented). In the case of works purchased from galleries,
15% of price should be withheld, to be issued to AtA. In the case of
works purchased directly from artists, 25% of price should be withheld,
to be issued to AtA. Artists and galleries are aware of, and have signed
a contract agreeing to this arrangement. In the case of commissions
of new work, a contract with the artist should be established, with
which AtA will assist as appropriate.
- Report art expenditures to
AtA. Receipts from purchases should be saved and copies submitted
to AtA, which will track client's progress toward Art Achievement
level. AtA invoices client for
AtA fees on purchases and commissions as appropriate. Download
tracking form
- Reconvene and review progress with AtA representative.
Based on project specifics, AtA will begin work on press release, project
feature on website, and related outreach and activities in relation
to the Art Achievement project. Associated art costs (framing and other
expenditures integral to the completion/installation of work) should
be submitted and will be reviewed by AtA Steering Committee at this
time.
- Celebrate completion of Art Achievement project with Art Achievement plaque, digital Art Achievement stamp, events and outreach, and other public recognition!