News from National June 15

Webinar Recording: UDream 

UDream is an innovative program that helps graduates from underrepresented groups get a strong start in the profession. View this webinar by representatives from AIA Pennsylvania and the Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture. 

Firm billings for April 2023 

Architecture firm billings softened in April with a score of 48.5. A majority of firms also reported that they expect 2023 firm profitability to be equal to or higher than 2022 levels. The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index, a leading indicator of nonresidential construction, is available to AIA members for free by contacting economics@aia.org. 

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 trends relating to accessibility remain popular along with outdoor spaces. Meanwhile, project billings, inquiries, and design contracts showed modest weakness in Q1.

Interested in joining the AIA 2030 Commitment? Attend free webinar on July 29 

Entering its 14th, year, the AIA 2030 Commitment convenes a community of practice as the urgency to mitigate climate change heightens. This session introduces this key AIA climate program and how it can assist the profession in providing an actionable climate strategy and setting goals and benchmarks for reaching net zero emissions in the built environment. Register now >

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Call for proposals/submissions

2023 SLS Next Gen scholarship submissions open    

The AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) and the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) will select up to two young professionals seeking licensure, or newly licensed to be chosen as 2023 Summer Leadership Summit (SLS) Next Generation Scholars.

The summit will be held in Chicago on July 21-23, with complimentary registration and recognition for selected recipients. Submissions are due May 26 at 5pm EST. Learn more and apply here >

Sponsor AIA’s Women’s Leadership Summit  

Don’t miss sponsoring the Women’s Leadership Summit 2023 (WLS), the largest gathering of women architecture, design, and allied professionals in the U.S. Women’s Leadership Summit, founded by AIA, is a premier event that brings together the industry’s largest network of diverse women who are breaking down barriers, making themselves visible, and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. Learn more >

Call for papers: 2023 AIA/ACSA Intersections Research conference    

AIA and ACSA are accepting papers for the 2023 Intersections Research Conference to be held at UMass Amherst October 19-21. This year’s thematic focus on Material Economies will bring together researchers and designers from practice and academia. Themes include circular economy, embodied carbon, equity, health, innovation, resilience, transparency, and technology. Submissions are due by June 7.
Learn more and apply here >

Apply to the NAC & YAF Advisory committees  

The National Associates Committee and the Young Architects Forum are looking for volunteers who want to be a catalyst for change and positively impact the architecture profession. It’s a great opportunity to develop leadership skills, network with peers, and advocate for the profession. Submissions are due June 30 by 11:59pm ET. Learn more >

Call for nominations: Documents committee  

Join the AIA Contract Documents committee to create and maintain nationally applicable baselines for the legal terms and conditions governing the building process. To apply for the Documents Committee, please send Austin Peterson a resume and statement of interest. Learn more here >

Upcoming Webinars

Navigating Homelessness: San Francisco Public Works Innovates Shelter Design
June 29, 2023 I 2-3:30pm ET
Earns 1.50 AIA LU credit
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Rhetoric and Reality
Learn how AI can provide value in contract document management. 
July 12, 2023 I 2-3pm ET
Earns 1 AIA LU credit
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Future-Proofing Emergency Departments: Adaptable Environments for Supporting Community Crises
July 12, 2023 I 2-3pm ET
Earns 1 AIA LU credit
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