Join us for four upcoming sessions to learn from Code experts. Session 1 | Road to Code | Code Requirements for Doors and Hardware February 17, 2022 | ONLINE | 12:00PM – 2:00PM // Class Credit: 2 LU/HSW Session 2 | Road to Code | Beyond the IBC- Expanding Knowledge Across the Code Family April 19-20, 2022 | […]
2021 NWW Design Awards Winners Announced Thursday, October 21, 2021 in For the Public Comments Off on 2021 NWW Design Awards Winners AnnouncedThe American Institute of Architects (AIA) Northwest Washington Section hosted its virtual Design Awards on October 7 to celebrate excellence in Design. The jury included Dr. Sharon Egretta Sutton, FAIA (New York, Parsons School of Design), Rik Allen (Skagit County, Artist), and Tiffani Candler (Greater Seattle Area, Lydig Construction). The jury worked with AIA Northwest Washington members Dave Christensen AIA (Christensen Design […]
Welcome to Melissa K. Neher – Our New Executive Director! Monday, September 13, 2021 in Design In Public, For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on Welcome to Melissa K. Neher – Our New Executive Director!Melissa is from upstate NY, and from a small town start has lived all over the world, including London, Japan, Chicago, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Sydney. Melissa and her family made Seattle home in 2009, embracing the natural beauty, outdoor lifestyle and community values of a thriving region. Melissa has decades of experience in nonprofit […]
Letter from Executive Director, Lisa Richmond: Farewell Friday, June 25, 2021 in Design In Public, For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on Letter from Executive Director, Lisa Richmond: FarewellDear AIA Seattle Colleagues, As most of you know, next Wednesday, June 30 is my last day with AIA Seattle, and these final days are bittersweet. I have enjoyed every moment of my time within this community. You have inspired me daily with your commitment to excellence, your passion, your creative ideas and willingness to share them. Thank you for […]
Join Us For 15-Minute Seattle: Creating Livable Places for All Thursday, April 22, 2021 in For the Profession, For the Public, Housing Comments Off on Join Us For 15-Minute Seattle: Creating Livable Places for AllWant to learn more about the 15-minute city concept? Visit the 15-Minute City Resources Page! UPCOMING PROGRAMS Housing Innovation in the 15-Minute City Kristian Skovbakke Villadsen’s 15-Minute Cities for People Monday, June 7 | 10:30 – 11:30am PT | Opening Keynote Housing Density in the 15-Minute City: Policy and Purpose Tuesday, June 8 | 10:30am […]
Letter from Executive Director, Lisa Richmond: Transition Tuesday, March 9, 2021 in Design In Public, For the Profession, For the Public Comments Off on Letter from Executive Director, Lisa Richmond: TransitionDear AIA Seattle Community, I am writing to share some bittersweet news. After 14 wonderful years with AIA Seattle, I will be stepping down as Executive Director at the end of June. After so many fulfilling years in this role, I plan on taking a gap year to spend time with family, travel, and explore […]
Celebrating Black History Month Tuesday, February 9, 2021 in For the Profession, For the Public, Missions, Visions, Values Comments Off on Celebrating Black History MonthWe are also committed to a process of transparency in what measurable actions we are taking in pursuit of racial justice. We have established an evolving list for the sake of mutual accountability in our member-led organization. Read the full evolving list of Racial Justice commitments here. Organization Updates: As a corollary to our 2019 Intercultural […]
Recipient Announced for 2020 Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Tuesday, November 10, 2020 in For the Public, Students Comments Off on Recipient Announced for 2020 Northwest Washington Section ScholarshipThe Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Fund has awarded one scholarships totaling $4000 to a local student pursuing Architectural education. 2020-21 Recipient: My name is Matthew Robinson, I was born and raised in Bellingham Washington and I am 22 years old. Growing up I spent my time running around in the forests of Chuckanut Mountain and […]
2020 NWW Design Awards Winners Announced Friday, October 23, 2020 in For the Public Comments Off on 2020 NWW Design Awards Winners AnnouncedThe American Institute of Architects (AIA) Northwest Washington Section hosted its virtual Design Awards on October 15 to celebrate excellence in Design. The jury included Karen Braitmayer (Seattle, Studio Pacifica), Linda Smeins (Bellingham, Professor Emeritus, Western Washington University), and Susan McCants (Seattle, Splice). The jury worked with AIA Northwest Washington members Dave Christensen AIA (Christensen Design Management) and Julie Blazek AIA (HKP Architects), who […]
2020 Committee & Volunteer Awards Tuesday, September 29, 2020 in Design In Public, For the Profession, For the Public, Housing, Public Policy Board Comments Off on 2020 Committee & Volunteer AwardsThis year we recognize Matt Hutchins AIA; the Seattle Design Festival Core Team; and the Committee on the Environment, co-chairs: Shannon Bunsen and Gaurav Mehta. AIA Seattle Volunteer Award: Matt Hutchins AIA Matt Hutchins is a founder and principal of CAST architecture. In that role, Matt has spent more than twenty years working to increase the […]
