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2022 Annual Meeting information

The virtual 2022 Annual Meeting takes place 12-3pm EST on June 9, 2022.

The 2022 Official Delegate Information Booklet is available on the meeting page site on aia.org, here. Note that the online accreditation of delegates opened on April 29 and closes on May 23. The apportionment of delegates per component was shared on April 29.

Firm billings for April 2022

AIA's Architecture Billings Index is a recognized leading indicator for nonresidential construction and is available to AIA members for free. April’s index showed strong growth, with a score of 56.5. Firms also expect their expenses related to health care and technology to see the largest increases in the coming year.
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FYI: 50 Small firm state representatives needed

The national Small Firm Exchange (SFx) is beginning to work on its 2023 call for applications. A position description and process for selection are being drafted for a July 1 distribution. At that time, each state CACE leader will receive an email from me outlining SFx’s process and inviting you to communicate your needs and preferences. If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact me directly.

WLS Virtual Series: Career satisfaction and mental health

Two webinars are being offered through the WLS series on June 7 and June 15 that will help you increase your career satisfaction and well-being. The first webinar features panelists that have used their architecture degrees to work in non-traditional spaces. The second webinar focuses on prioritizing self-care and mental health to achieve greater job satisfaction. Purchase the series and receive $5 off. Register and join us!

Webinar: Survive your International Dream Project

If you’re working on an overseas project for the first time, get advice on how to be successful and learn about our newly released international documents. Register here >

CACE Conversation 4: Beyond the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) & Belonging acronym

Participate in an engaging and an interactive conversation with Dr. Shirley Davis, CSP, SHRM-SCP as we discuss embedding Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) & Belonging throughout the employee and member experience. Register here >

Shared Evaluation Walks: A tool to assess and improve housing

A Shared Evaluation Walk (SEW) is a socially driven and future-focused tool for architects to learn from previous buildings to inform the design of the next building. In this session, Katie Ackerly, AIA, and Christina Bollo will teach you how to implement a SEW-from choosing the projects and gathering stakeholders to writing the results. Earn 1 LU. Learn more >

The future of Safety Assessment Program (SAP) training

This conversation will present the future of the Safety Assessment Program (SAP) through AIA national, including a new training model beginning in late 2022/early 2023. We will foster dialogue around how best we can support instructors, components, and participants in this new version of SAP training. Register here >

2022 Academy of Architecture for Justice conference call for proposals

The proposals for the AAJ conference are due June 6 by 5pm. The AAJ conference is October 9-12, 2022 in Austin, Texas. The theme of the conference is to focus on how the injustices that occur within the criminal justice system are not just impacted by one facility but are influenced by community, policy, transportation, and architecture. Learn more >

You’re invited to Mission 2130

The Young Architects forum (YAF) is hosting Mission 2130 on August 25-27, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Mission 2130 is the 30th anniversary summit for the YAF and seeks to explore what the profession will look like in 100 years. Accepted attendees are fully funded to attend the event. Submissions are due June 19, 2022, at 11:59 pm EST.
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Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS)

For the first time, WLS–the largest event for women architects and designers in the country will be held in Silicon Valley, Calif.–the global center for technology and innovation. WLS 2022 will bring diverse leaders together, with a focus on firm leadership, advancing business knowledge, proactive career management, and personal empowerment. Registration launches on May 23rd. Learn more>

2022 SLS Next Gen Scholarship

The AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) and the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) will sponsor up to two young professionals seeking licensure to attend the 2022 Summer Leadership Summit (SLS). The SLS is an annual gathering in Chicago of approximately 175 leaders in health care design from the U.S. and around the world. Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >

Academy Journal

You are invited to submit articles, innovative project case studies, completed research projects, and monographs in the field of health care design. All disciplines are encouraged to submit (doctors, nurses, administrators, etc.). Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >

AF/McAslan Fellowship open

Applications are now open through May 31, 2022, for a summer travel grant. The winning architecture student will engage with John McAslan + Partners and the Manifattura Tabacchi restoration project in Florence, Italy, which features a series of important works by the master architect/engineer Pier Luigi Nervi.
Learn more and apply >

2022 Academy of Architecture for Justice Conference call for proposals

The AAJ Conference is October 9–12, 2022 in Austin, Texas. The theme of the conference is how the injustices that occur within the criminal justice system are not just impacted by one facility but are influenced by community, policy, transportation, and architecture. Submissions are due by June 6th at 5pm. Learn more >

a/e ProNet David. W. Lakamp scholars announced

The Architects Foundation is awarding the 2022 a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA scholarship to Deanna Ho (Arizona State University) and Jennifer Stieben (University of Kentucky). Each will receive $5,000 to be used towards tuition for demonstrating a strong interest in practice and risk management. Read more >

Bridging the spectrum of design experiences

The AIA Committee on Design, in collaboration with the Young Architects forum is proud to present an inspirational discussion with design leaders from across the country. Our panel bridges the worlds of emerging professionals to the most accomplished and renowned architects, highlighting the prism of design experience, education, and innovation. Earn 1.25 LU. Learn more >

WLS AIAU session: An Architect’s lifelong journey towards career satisfaction

Join us on June 7th for our first WLS virtual session in a two-part series. This panel will look at the various alternate career paths architects and designers can take along their professional journeys. Attendees will learn how to leverage their architecture degree and license to achieve greater career satisfaction by aligning career choices with personal passion. Register here >

The future of SAP training

This conversation will present the future of the Safety Assessment Program (SAP) through AIA national, including a new training model beginning in late 2022/early 2023. We will foster dialogue around how best we can support instructors, components, and participants in this new version of SAP training. Register now >

WLS AIAU session: Tackling mental health in architectural practice

Join us in a discussion with panelists that include mental health professionals and design professionals to discuss ways that employees can achieve greater rejuvenation and satisfaction with work, and how employers can implement more supportive systems. Register here >

News from National

2022 SLS Next Gen Scholarship

The AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) and the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) will sponsor up to two young professionals seeking licensure to attend the 2022 Summer Leadership Summit (SLS). The SLS is an annual gathering in Chicago of approximately 175 leaders in health care design from the U.S. and around the world. Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >

Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE scholars announced

The awardees for the Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship have been revealed. Meet them here.

Academy Journal

You are invited to submit articles, innovative project case studies, completed research projects, and monographs in the field of health care design. All disciplines are encouraged to submit (doctors, nurses, administrators, etc.). Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >

Firm billings for March 2022

AIA's Architecture Billings Index is a recognized leading indicator for nonresidential construction and is available to AIA members for free. March’s index showed strong growth, with a score of 58.0. Firms reported that 52% of billings in the past year were from renovations, retrofits, rehabilitations, alterations, additions, and historic preservation projects. Learn more >

Webinar series: BIM and construction contracts

Don’t miss Part 2 of this free webinar series which focuses on sharing BIM on your project. Panelists will examine key concerns relative to each use type and will share their practical experience when BIM reliance is elevated. Register >

Honors & Awards' top awards open

Visit the Honors & Awards pages now to begin your submission for our prestigious design awards.

2022 Annual Meeting information

The virtual 2022 Annual Meeting takes place 12-3pm EDT on June 9, 2022.

The 2022 Official Delegate Information Booklet is available on the meeting page site on aia.org. Note that online accreditation of delegates opens on April 29 and closes on May 23. The apportionment of delegates per component was shared on April 29.