Despite 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
AIA Seattle 2017 Annual Report Friday, September 14, 2018 in Allied Professionals, Architects, Associates, For the Profession, Member Firms, Recent Graduates, Sponsors, Students Comments Off on AIA Seattle 2017 Annual Report2017 was a year of growth for AIA Seattle, and for the city we call home. Our activities flourished as our members played an active role in conversations that are shaping our region. Advocacy was a major focus for the year. For the first time, we enjoyed the benefits of a staff position dedicated to […]
Advocacy Update – August 2018 Wednesday, August 22, 2018 in For the Profession, For the Public, Home Page, Public Policy Board, Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – August 2018NATIONAL NEWS AIA Adds Voice in Opposition to Asbestos AIA National issued comments to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Acting Administrator this month on asbestos, opposing a proposed new federal rule that would create a pathway to consider new uses of asbestos. AIA’s Sarah Dodge, Senior Vice President of Advocacy + Relationships, commented, “Either by […]
