Firm billings for July 2022
AIA's Architecture Billings Index, a leading indicator of nonresidential construction, is available to AIA members for free. July’s ABI score of 51.0 indicates growth for the 18th consecutive month, although the pace of growth slowed. The threat of stalled projects impacts architects differently based on region. Learn more >
Grassroots 2023
Mark your calendar for Grassroots 2023 the week of February 13. More to come.
A'23 Call for proposals
AIA is planning an excellent education program for A'23. We need members that are subject matter experts. Please feel free to submit proposals. The deadline for submissions is September 30. Learn more >
Top 5 reasons to attend WLS
Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS) will kick off in San Jose in a few weeks. Here are the top 5 reasons to attend: 1. You’ll learn from intelligent, experienced leaders; 2. You’ll connect with a diverse and supportive community; 3. You’ll earn your HSW credits for the year; 4. You’ll tour Silicon Valley’s best architecture; and 5. You’ll enjoy wellness activities in the great outdoors. Learn more & register here >
Including BIM in your construction contracts
On September 12, learn the legal implications of BIM and how to reflect its use in your contract documents.
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Strategies for intergenerational living communities
The Design for Aging Knowledge Community (DFA) is hosting a session to gain a broad understanding of the benefits of all-age friendly cities and the roles that both architects and urban planners play in designing for these communities. Earn 1 AIA LU credit. Learn more and register >
Reducing neonatal mortality through design
The Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) is hosting an AIAU course, a case study of the Mbale Regional Referral Hospital’s Neonatal Unit. Attendees will learn how to apply the principles of restorative design, contextual design, and resilient design to promote community well-being within a low-resource setting. Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW credit. Learn more and register >
