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Small firm state rep–2023 process

The Small Firm Exchange (SFx) has opened its call for 2023 state reps. The SFx state rep position description and CACE Memo on process for selection can be reviewed now. On July 1, each state executive director will receive an email with additional information and an invitation to communicate your component’s desire to rank/comment.

Building impact research initiative

The AIA, in partnership with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), is accepting proposals for applicants to research and envision a new future that increases the impact of both architectural education and the profession, with an emphasis on readiness for the future. Proposals are due July 11. Learn more and apply here >

MillerKnoll Healthcare Scholarship

The 2022 Healthcare Design Expo and Conference is October 8-11, in San Antonio. MillerKnoll will sponsor young professionals seeking licensure to attend the fall conference of the Center for Health Design (CHD)/AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH). Submissions are due by August 1 at 5pm ET. Apply here >

Welcome to the Environmental Design Lab

The Environmental Design Lab is a youth-led professional design studio based within the Juxtaposition Arts collective. Projects have activated street corners, turned bike racks into unique works of public art, and re-imagined several public space projects. Understand our curriculum, how we execute client projects, and connect the BIPOC North Minneapolis youth to the design industries. Earn 1 LU/HSW. Learn more >

Top risk avoidance strategies for contractors

On July 12, learn how to shield your construction projects from risk with these top 5 strategies.
Register here >

The Joan and Sanford I. Weill Neurosciences Building at UCSF Mission Bay

The Sanford I. Weill Neurosciences building is used in a case study for communicating design concepts--including translating the client’s vision into design, development of the design in an IPD big room setting, clinical and lab planning for a neuroscience facility, and designing for seismic resiliency while supporting the project’s goals. Earn 1 LU/HSW. Learn more >

Analyzing the 15-Minute City

This panel seeks to reframe how the infrastructure of cities is more than an investment in traditional structures such as bridges or sewer systems but can be expanded to access to systems of food, transit, jobs, housing, education, health care, etc. Earn 1 LU. Learn more >

The Right to housing: Collaborations in design, finance, and local policy summary

This panel will present projects that are responding to challenges on the right to housing, and ways in which their organizations are collaborating with architects to maximize impact. Earn 1 LU/HSW. Learn more >

News from National

Latest residential firm trends

The AIA's Home Design Trends Survey is a recognized source of emerging trends in residential design and business conditions at residential firms. The latest release shows outdoor living spaces continued to remain popular along with accessibility. Business conditions also remained strong at residential firms. Learn more >

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.

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 11:59pm EST.
Apply now >

Honors & Awards’ top awards open

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

2022 AIA Upjohn Research Initiative grant funding

The Upjohn grants annually funds up to six research grants of $15,000-$30,000 per recipient for projects completed in a 6- to 18-month period. Upjohn Research grant funding will be allocated to projects related to the priorities outlined in AIA’s Climate Action Plan and AIA’s Strategic Plan. Submissions are due September 1, 2022. Submit your proposal here >

Net Zero buildings week

The New Buildings Institute, an organization comprised of building industry organizations, is hosting Net Zero Week from June 13-17 to promote the benefits of net zero buildings for a clean energy future. To participate, use the hashtag #NetZeroNow to share. Learn more >

Women’s Leadership Summit registration is now open

For the first time, WLS–the largest event for women architects and designers in the country–will be held in Silicon Valley, Calif. WLS 2022 will bring diverse leaders together, with a focus on firm leadership, advancing business knowledge, targeted networking, proactive career management, and empowerment. See you at WLS, Sept. 28-Oct. 1.

Help transform your community

AIA Communities by Design. Join this "ask us anything" session to learn more about CxD, our Design Assistance Teams, and insight into the application process. We'll start with a short 10-minute presentation, focusing the majority of the time answering your questions. Register here >

Kimberly Dowdell elected AIA's 2024 president

Delegates at the 2022 AIA Annual Meeting elected Kimberly Dowdell, AIA (left), as 2023 First VP/2024 President-elect. Ms. Dowdell will be the 100th President of AIA.

Britt Lindberg, FAIA (middle), was elected 2023-2024 AIA Secretary, and Illya Azaroff, FAIA (right), was elected 2023-2025 At-large Director.

Additionally, delegates approved three Bylaw amendments and a resolution which allows International Associate members to be eligible for Associate Emeritus membership.  That amendment to the AIA Bylaws will be presented to the delegates for approval at the 2023 Annual Meeting.