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  1. As the winning bidder, how can I pay for the item I’ve won, and how long do I have to complete the transaction?
    Once the auction closes, if you are the winning bidder you will receive an email from mail@architecture-for-change.org notifying you to complete your transaction. You will have 2 business days to complete your payment. 


  2. Will I receive a receipt for my purchase?
    Yes, we will send confirmation of your purchase via email. 


  3. Once purchased, how long will it take for my item to arrive?
    Works will be shipped within 30 days of the auction ending. We will notify you once your item ships. Please keep in mind that order shipment for certain items are handled by the donor, and Architecture for Change Inc. is not liable for shipping delays.


  4. Does ARCH ship internationally?
    Yes, international shipping is available. Shipping rates depend on the country of origin and the destination country. All customers are responsible for any additional tax and duties that may apply.


  5. Is my purchase returnable or refundable?
    The products are sold “as-is”. All sales are final and may not be returned or exchanged. If you are unhappy with your purchase in any way, please reach out to ARCH at info@architecture-for-change.org and we will help however we can. 


  6. How much of my purchase is donated to a charitable organization?
    100% of net proceeds are donated to organizations working towards improving the diversity and inclusion of underrepresented youth in architecture and design education. We define net proceeds as the total amount the item sold for, minus transaction fees, platform fees, administrative fees, printing (if applicable), and shipping (if applicable). Net proceeds will be donated to the Desiree V. Cooper Memorial Fund.


  7. Is ARCH a registered charity?
    ARCH is a registered non-profit corporation in the state of New York, but it is not a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity. Our fiscal sponsor is the Architects Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) organization, EIN 59-3819154.


  8. Is my purchase tax-deductible?
    We recommend that you consult with your tax advisor. They can inform you if this purchase will be tax-deductible.


  9. I contributed an artwork - is my donation tax-deductible?
    We recommend that you consult with your tax advisor. They can inform you if this donation will be tax-deductible.

 

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ARCH is auctioning works of architectural representation, ranging from photographs and technical drawings to sketches, or models, for the auction. We need your submission to raise as much as we can to fund this important cause. We are accepting submissions to auction and feature in our archive.

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GUIDELINES

Before submitting please bear in mind you will be responsible for all costs associated with producing and mailing the work to the winning bidder. When submitting an image of your work consider that it will predominantly be shown on Instagram. This may affect your use of lineweight and crops. Sending us a better quality/higher resolution file will help to ensure your work looks its best.

  1. FILE TYPE
    • Raster images – Submit as JPEG or TIFF files
    • Vector images – Submit PDF or AI files (support material must be embedded)

  2. SIZE
    • Digital drawings should be no less than 8 inches (20cm) wide at 300 dpi, we will gladly accept higher resolutions and sizes.
    • Scanned drawings should be at 600dpi but no less than 300dpi (JPEG, TIFF or PDF).
    • Models/objects should be photographed straight and well lit with a plain background. The photographs should be at least 3000px on their shortest edge and at 72dpi.

  3. DESCRIPTION
    Please provide information on the following details about the work you are submitting (these are required for successful submission).
    • Medium of work
    • How and why you created it
    • Date of creation
    • Physical dimensions (horizontal and vertical dimension in inches)
    • Type of paper it is printed on or material of piece (if your piece isn’t printed already we recommend an Inkjet print on acid-free paper)
    • The number of editions and the number of this version
    • Credit line to accompany piece as necessary
    • Instagram handle
    • Whether the piece can be autographed (yes/no)


MAILING GUIDELINES

The work must be shipped within the month of the closing auction date. ARCH will take care of all the correspondence and provide you with the winning bidder’s shipping details, along with a starter pack to help with this process.

Please note that you will be responsible for shipping the works to the winning bidder and the associated costs (please bear this in mind when choosing your drawing).

If you are unable to cover the cost of shipping, please let us know.

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