The AIA Seattle Social Hour Series is a bimonthly gathering presented by the Seattle International Architecture Forum and Diversity Roundtable committees to encourage connections amongst diverse practitioners within the Seattle design community. Please join us for an opportunity to engage in discussions of diverse ideas in architecture and connect with a community of architects from many different […]
Advocacy Update – January 2019 Wednesday, January 16, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page Comments Off on Advocacy Update – January 2019STATE NEWS 2019 Legislative Session The 2019 state legislative session began this week in Olympia and will run through April 28. AIA Washington Council is already participating in hearings on bills related to the Governor’s clean buildings climate package and an effort to increase the B&O tax on a limited number of service providers, including […]
WID + DRT: Conversations Towards An Equitable Practice Saturday, December 22, 2018 in Allied Professionals, Architects, Associates, For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on WID + DRT: Conversations Towards An Equitable PracticeDespite increasing diversity in students and young professionals entering the field, architecture remains a remarkably homogeneous profession. The retention statistics are alarming. We are losing potential talent and important perspectives. How can we help retain more diverse voices in our profession? As practitioners, what can we do? Using topics and resources from the just-released AIA […]
Recipients Announced for 2019 AIA Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Fund Friday, December 21, 2018 in For the Public, Students Comments Off on Recipients Announced for 2019 AIA Northwest Washington Section Scholarship FundThe Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Fund has awarded three scholarships totally $4500 to local residents pursuing Architectural education. 2018-2019 Recipients: Truman Hood is from Langley, Washington and currently a senior at Washington State University working towards his Architecture BS degree with plans to earn his Masters of Architecture degree. Truman received a scholarship of $2000. […]
goCstudio wins the 2018 Emerging Architect Award Thursday, December 20, 2018 in Uncategorized Comments Off on goCstudio wins the 2018 Emerging Architect AwardSeattle-based goCstudio has received the 2018 Emerging Architect Award from the Northwest and Pacific Region Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). This award recognizes emerging firms that are less than ten years old and that are challenging traditional perceptions and methods of architecture.
2018 AIAS Honor Award Winners Thursday, December 13, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Honor Awards, Uncategorized Comments Off on 2018 AIAS Honor Award WinnersCongratulations to the winners of the 2018 American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) Honor Awards! Each year the AIAS honors individuals and groups for their exemplary work in areas such as leadership, collaboration, scholarship and service.
Karen L. Braitmayer FAIA receives 2019 Whitney M. Young Jr. Award Monday, December 10, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page Comments Off on Karen L. Braitmayer FAIA receives 2019 Whitney M. Young Jr. AwardNationally recognized for her leadership and advocacy for civil rights for people with disabilities, Karen L. Braitmayer FAIA has smashed physical and social barriers for herself and for others. By promoting equity and inclusion through her consulting work and education efforts, Braitmayer has created a more inclusive and just environment for all. Read more at aia.org.
Advocacy Update – November 2018 Sunday, November 25, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page Comments Off on Advocacy Update – November 2018NATIONAL NEWS From AIA National: ICC Voting Open The ICC has concluded its Public Comment Hearings for Group A of the 2021 ICC, and registered members may now vote on proposals that will directly impact the next edition of the code. The AIA Codes Advocacy Program has identified 18 key code proposals, including an expanded […]
2019 Project Management Series Tuesday, November 20, 2018 in Uncategorized Comments Off on 2019 Project Management SeriesAIA Seattle is proud to announce a new leadership and project management program, Getting it Done: The Business of Projects. Tailored to reflect the deep interdisciplinary collaboration that distinguishes architectural practice in our region, this four-part series will focus on project management and delivery from conception to completion, emphasizing the fundamentals of collaboration, communication, and […]
2018 Honor Awards Winners Tuesday, November 6, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Honor Awards, Uncategorized Comments Off on 2018 Honor Awards WinnersSEATTLE, November 6, 2018—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Seattle chapter hosted the 68th annual Honor Awards for Washington Architecture on November 5 to celebrate excellence in design. The distinguished jury included Sunil Bald (New York), Will Laufs (Berlin/New York), Andrea Love (Boston) and Dan Maginn FAIA (Kansas City). The event was moderated by Elizabeth […]
