Seattle-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 […]
Advocacy Update – October 2018 Wednesday, October 24, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page Comments Off on Advocacy Update – October 2018NATIONAL NEWS AIA Secures Language to Better Utilize Architects for Disaster Recovery Efforts Congress and President Trump enacted the Disaster Recovery Reform Act in October, paving the way for AIA to advance opportunities for architects to better serve communities when disasters occur. The bill includes language submitted by AIA National that will: Pave the way […]
Displaced: Design for Inclusive Cities Winners Announced Wednesday, October 17, 2018 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Displaced: Design for Inclusive Cities Winners AnnouncedThe distinguished jury included Mayor Allan Ekberg (City of Tukwila), Charles Mudede (The Stranger), Cleo Barnett (Amplifier), Milenko Matanovic (Pomegranate Center and Institute for Everyday Democracy), Osama Quotah AIA (LMN Architects), Sergio Dávila (Metropolitan University, Mexico City) and Sheryl Cababa (Artefact). From 40 submittals, the jury chose 5 final award winners, with a diversity of […]
Thank You to 2018 Departing Board Members and Committee Chairs! Friday, September 28, 2018 in For the Profession, Home Page Comments Off on Thank You to 2018 Departing Board Members and Committee Chairs!It is through these passionate members that we have successfully engaged our community of architects and other design related professionals in meaningful conversations about the value of design and the profession. A tremendous thank you for the gift of your time, talents, and leadership. You leave a great legacy for us to continue. The Board of […]
Advocacy Update – September 2018 Thursday, September 27, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – September 2018NATIONAL NEWS AIA Seattle Director Represents AIA at Global Climate Action Summit AIA Seattle Executive Director Lisa Richmond joined the AIA National delegation at the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco in mid-September. The Summit was convened by the United Nations and Governor Jerry Brown to develop and promote actions that states and cities […]
