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Frequently Asked Questions about Hilton Head Architectural and Construction Administrators
2. How many members are there?Originally chartered in 1984 as the Hilton Head chapter of the National Society of Architectural Administrators the group had 6 members. 3 of the 6 original members are still active in the group: Connie Herrman, Beth Lee, Joanne Neely.
The group has since gone through two name changes (National Society of Architectural Administrators and Society of Design Administrators) finally settling in 2003 on Hilton Head Architectural & Construction Administrators. This broadened the membership base to include administrators for Architects and Homebuilders.
3. How was the Tour of Homes started?10 members
4. When was the scholarship fund created?The original chapter was part of a national organization and was required to have an annual fundraiser. Jake Lee of Lee & Parker Architects suggested a tour of homes. This would not only raise money for the organization but would also showcase the work of local Architects and Builders. There were 7 houses on the first tour and $1,000 was donated to the Ella C. White Scholarship Fund.
5. What are the qualifications to be considered for a scholarship?1987
-Must be a Resident of Beaufort County6. What is the scholarship selection process?-Must be enrolled in an accredited college majoring in either Architecture or Construction
-Must demonstrate financial need
-Once a student receives an HHACA scholarship, as long as they continue in their major, we continue to support them financially.
7. Total scholarships given to date:-An ad is placed in both the Island Packet and the Carolina Morning News.
-We recruit applicants from Beaufort County High Schools. We do not send notices to institutions of higher education. We do welcome inquiries from High Schools and institutions of higher education.
-The scholarships are awarded based on need.
-The applicant must have good grades but we do not have a minimum grade point average requirement.
8. What other charitable contributions has HHACA made?over $176,000.00
9. What is the Architect's Selected Preview Tour of Homes?-Sponsored an Architectural Dog House Competition to benefit the Hilton Head Island Humane Association (1988)
-Established the Mechanical Drawing Class at Hilton Head High (1987)
-Co-sponsored Opening Night at Community Theater to benefit the Baby Bridget Heart Fund (1991)
-Co-sponsored Opening Night at Community Theater to benefit the Humane Society (1992)
-HHACA Members contribute money toward the Hilton Head Island Humane Society annually.
10. How are homes selected for the Tour?-Purpose: Promote architectural awareness, quality home building and to generate money for scholarships
-The Tour typically falls on the last Saturday of March.
-The Architect and the Builder are typically available to answer any questions about the home design or materials.
11. 2008 Tour statistics:-Forms are sent to local Architect's in October and November
-A committee is formed to review and select the submitted projects
-Traditionally there are 6 or 7 homes on the Tour each year
-Our Owners are tremendously gracious to allow so many people to walk through their homes.
12. What are the rules of the Tour?-An estimated 600 people attended
13. Where can you buy Tickets?-All feet must be covered. (Shoe covers are provided at each home.)
-Do not open any closed doors in the home.
-Do not use the bathrooms in any of the homes.
-Look but do not touch.
-Tour the homes in any order you wish.
-No smoking.
-No cameras. (You may not photograph the interior of the home. We cannot control exterior photographing.)
14. How much do tickets cost?Pyramids on Hilton Head (1600 Main Street)
The Store in Bluffton (56 Calhoun Street)
15. Who can become a member of our group?$35.00 per person (add $2.50 for shipping and handling if requesting tickets by mail)
16. When is the next Tour?-Administrators of Architectural or Construction offices
-Administrators of Landscape design groups
-ARB Administrators
The 2009 Tour is scheduled for Saturday, March 28th (Time TBD).