As news of the coronavirus in Washington state leads to increasing action by both public health officials and private businesses, I wanted to share with you the steps AIA Seattle is taking to protect the health of our members and staff while continuing to offer the best member service we can. Thank you for your partnership and flexibility as we all navigate this health challenge together.
Announcing the 2020 Emerging Professionals Travel Scholarship Recipient Friday, February 21, 2020 in For the Profession Comments Off on Announcing the 2020 Emerging Professionals Travel Scholarship RecipientCohousing is not a new idea, but it is often thought of as a housing solution for young families, digital nomads, hippie communities, or for young frequent travelers. Current senior living offerings are often too expensive and lack the communal element that treats aspects of loneliness and isolation. Cohousing projects designed and geared towards seniors […]
Announcing the 2020 AIA National Honorees Friday, February 21, 2020 in For the Profession Comments Off on Announcing the 2020 AIA National Honorees2020 Young Architects Award JoAnn Hindmarsh Wilcox AIA is a licensed Architect in Oregon and Washington, where she practices as a Principal, Design Lead and Public Engagement Strategist for Mahlum. In her tenure at the firm, she has made a significant contribution in establishing Mahlum as a nationally recognized design firm. JoAnn designs consciously and […]
Earn 7.25 HSW online “Density Done Right” Housing Forum Wednesday, December 4, 2019 in For the Profession, Uncategorized Comments Off on Earn 7.25 HSW online “Density Done Right” Housing ForumFilmed live on May 20 at the 2019 Housing Design Forum, Density Done Right is now available in 7 individual sessions online for up to 7.25 continuing education HSW credits.This series of case studies and lightning talks offers innovative strategies for achieving higher housing density, creating more housing options that support vibrant communities, and promoting […]
AIA Seattle’s Strategic Plan Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Missions, Visions, Values Comments Off on AIA Seattle’s Strategic PlanAIA Seattle believes our world needs the visionary and integrative thinking of architects and designers, and that design solutions can positively impact our communities. That is why we champion the central role of architects in creating and sustaining a better built environment.
2019 Honor Awards Winners Tuesday, November 5, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Honor Awards, Uncategorized Comments Off on 2019 Honor Awards WinnersSEATTLE, November 5, 2019—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Seattle chapter hosted the 69th annual Honor Awards for Washington Architecture on November 4 to celebrate excellence in design. The distinguished jury included Bryan C. Lee Jr. (New Orleans), Lisa Matthiessen FAIA (Santa Monica), and Jonathan Tate (New Orleans). The event was moderated by Elizabeth Golden, […]
2019 NWW Design Awards Winners Announced Thursday, October 17, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on 2019 NWW Design Awards Winners AnnouncedThe American Institute of Architects (AIA) Northwest Washington Section hosted its Design Awards on October 3 in Bellingham to celebrate excellence in Design. The jury included Chrysanthe Broikos (DC, National Building Museum), John Janicki (Sedro Woolley, Janicki Industries), and Al Zimmerman (Bellingham, ZimGroup). The jury worked with AIA Northwest Washington members Dave Christensen AIA (Christensen […]
Call for Submissions: Home of Distinction Thursday, June 20, 2019 in For the Profession Comments Off on Call for Submissions: Home of DistinctionLicensed AIA members and AIA Seattle Member Firms in the Puget Sound region are invited to submit innovative residential design solutions to be highlighted in Shelter, a bi-monthly section inside Seattle magazine.
Advocacy Update – June 2019 Tuesday, June 18, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board, Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – June 2019STATE NEWS State Legislative Session We are reposting AIA Washington Council’s final report on this year’s legislative session, which can be found here. AIA|WA encourages members to attend their state legislators’ in-district open-houses over the summer and fall. These are a great opportunity to meet your legislators in a relaxed setting and discuss any issues […]
2019 Honor Awards Wednesday, June 12, 2019 in For the Profession, Honor Awards, Uncategorized Comments Off on 2019 Honor AwardsLIVE EVENT ON NOVEMBER 4 AT TOWN HALL SEATTLE The Honor Awards for Washington Architecture is AIA Seattle’s annual marquee program, drawing hundreds of attendees to a lecture-style event of unique rigor and breadth. This nationally-recognized program provides an important opportunity for the design community to share and celebrate its achievements, both among practitioners and […]
