"ITB AR101 Class: Personal Experience of Being an Architects with Christy Veronica"

by Kezia Awuy

BANDUNG - On Wednesday (26/10/23)  lecture at ITB, the vibrant atmosphere buzzed with the anticipation of students eager to delve into architecture. The day's main theme was "Sharing the Experience of Becoming an Architect."

Christy Veronica, was invited to share her journey from being an architecture student to establishing her firm in the bustling city of Jakarta. The audience, primarily first-semester students, displayed remarkable enthusiasm throughout the event.

ITB sought Christy's insights due to her unique trajectory—contacted to teach an international class, she seamlessly blended her experiences as a student at ITB with her professional endeavors overseas. The interactive lecture not only covered the steps to becoming an architect but also delved into personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of building connections with professors and diversifying networks.

One of the highlights was Christy's discussion on the distinctions between working in Asia and the United States, offering valuable perspectives for aspiring architects. The engagement level soared as she shared anecdotes and emphasized the need for continuous skill updates.

During the Q&A session, the first-semester students were proactive, firing off questions and providing constructive feedback. Christy Veronica, addressed queries about her journey, underlining the significance of trusting the process and constantly updating skills.

The lecture was not merely an informative session; it became a platform for Christy Veronica to impart wisdom and encourage budding architects. Her message resonated with the audience, especially as she shared the challenges and triumphs of opening her architectural firm.

As the event concluded, there lingered a palpable hope for future engagements. The ITB community expressed the desire to invite Christy Veronica again, or perhaps organize similar events in the future. The impact of this lecture was not just in imparting knowledge but in igniting the passion and curiosity of the next generation of architects.

“Architecture is problem solving.”

Source: Managing Indoor Air Quality; www.devicearth.com ; Tawang Mangu Villa designed by CVArch

Source: Managing Indoor Air Quality; www.devicearth.com ; Pool House designed by CVArch

IMPROVING AIR QUALITY INDOORS

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  1. Ensure Proper Ventilation Indoors: especially, spaces like Particularly in spaces like the kitchen where combustion happens.

  2. Switch to Homemade Cleaning Solutions: to limit the emission of VOCs. Volatile Organic Compounds are emitted as a gas from certain solids or liquids which includes a variety of chemicals that can have short and long-term adverse health effects.

  3. Leave Footwear Outside Your Home.

  4. Use Water to Wipe and Clean Dusty Surfaces.

  5. Avoid Visiting a Newly Painted Building: as this is when VOC emission is highest.

  6. Ensure workspaces are clean and dust-free: Sick building syndrome can have a chronic impact on workforce health and productivity.

  7. Use dehumidifiers and commercial air purification systems.

The right planning and choosing the right materials can improve how you maintain as sustainable healthy indoor air quality.