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A Newsletter for
ASID Members
Michigan Chapter

ASID Chapter Office
1700 Stutz Drive, #79
Troy, MI 48084-4502

Ph: 248-649-6770
Fax: 248-649-2007
E-Mail: asidmi@aol.com

One Minute Interview with...

President Elect
Mark A. Zimmerman, ASID

Name: Mark A. Zimmerman, ASID
Chapter Board Position: President Elect, Education Committee, Jr. & Sr. Design Competition
Home Town: Plymouth, MI
Professional Position: Principal, Minoru Yamasaki Associates Inc. Interiors
Design Expertise: Contract Design / Office / High Rise / Banking and Health Care
One professional skill I am very good at is: Conceptual design and planning activities
My favorite way of furthering our profession is: The continual delivery of professional services and participation in ASID events.
The biggest challenges facing me as a designer today are: Delivering projects with limited budgets on aggressive schedules
The best piece of advice I can give an aspiring designer is: Learn how to budget your time and match your efforts to the job.
My favorite thing to eat for breakfast when no one is looking is: Capt'n Crunch with chocolate milk.
The last movie I saw that was terrific was: A Walk on the Moon
My most irrational act was: becoming a union carpenter...lasted 1 week.
My secret vice is: Pastries!
My strongest personality trait is: Being able to see the positive side of any situation.
A memorable experience is: A trip to Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
Why I love being involved in ASID is: Opportunity to further the profession through association with others in the field.

Upcoming Events

Kalamazoo Symphony Designer's Showcase
The Historic Gilmore Family Home
516 West South Street, Kalamazoo

The house is located in the historic district of Kalamazoo.  It is a lovely Tudor house built in the early 1900s.  The home is filled with architectural detail, warm woodwork, wood floors, leaded glass windows and six fireplaces.

October 30 - November 18
Tuesday - Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday
Noon - 4 PM
Wednesday and Thursday evening 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Closed Monday

Participants include WMU Interior Design Students
A. Jane Schley, ASID

Questions - Call Jane Schley
616-381-7539

Showhouse Update

The Detroit Historical Society and ASID is partnering on a Y2K showhouse for the Fall of 2000.  Anyone who is interested in this showhouse should contact either the ASID office or Roy Hankis, ASID at 248-641-7422.

Industry Partner Special Event
Royal Oak Kitchens & Bath
32779 N. Woodward Avenue
Royal Oak
Thursday, Jan. 20, 2000
Board Meeting 4-6 PM
Reception/Showroom Tour 6-8 PM