2020 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 […]
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 […]
Advocacy Update – May 2019 Thursday, May 16, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – May 2019STATE NEWS State Legislative Session The Legislature adjourned minutes before midnight on April 28, marking the first time in 10 years that a legislature has ended a budget-writing session on time. The state budgets were pushed through in the final 24 hours, including an increase in the B&O tax on architectural services to 1.8 percent. […]
AIA Seattle Announces 2019 Honorees Thursday, May 2, 2019 in For the Profession, Home Page Comments Off on AIA Seattle Announces 2019 HonoreesHonorees are nominated by their peers and selected by the Fellows & Honors committee each spring. AIA Seattle is delighted to recognize these recipients for their exceptional contributions to the profession and our community. Please join us in congratulating the 2019 Honorees! We will celebrate their achievements at the 2019 President’s Dinner on Saturday June […]
Advocacy Update – April 2019 Wednesday, April 24, 2019 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board Comments Off on Advocacy Update – April 2019FEDERAL NEWS AIA Pledges Support for the Invest in America Act AIA National is supporting a newly-introduced federal bill, the Invest in America Act (HR 2210), which was introduced on April 10 by Rep. John Larson (D-Connecticut) and Rep. Kenny Marchant (R-Texas). The legislation repeals the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA). Originally […]
