Visit the Diversity by Design website to see projects that have already been submitted. By continuing to promote and share the impact and experiences as underrepresented designers, Diversity Roundtable hopes to encourage not only youth but currently practicing professionals to see people who look like themselves in order to dismantle existing misconceptions about architecture. […]
AIA Seattle Statement on Racial Injustice Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on AIA Seattle Statement on Racial InjusticeDear AIA Seattle Members and Community At-Large, AIA Seattle joins powerful community voices raised to condemn the murder of George Floyd and the broader system of racism, violence, injustice and inequity that it represents. We see the sustained anguish of Black people in our profession and in our broader community. Black lives matter. We know there is hard work […]
Reopening the Workplace Resources Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Reopening the Workplace ResourcesAs this public health crisis continues to evolve, we are committed to providing as many up to date resources as possible. Since many counties are being – or have been – approved for Governor Jay Inslee’s “Phase 2,” there is a growing need for guidance regarding how to prepare your workplace for re-opening. Below, we […]
2020 Northwest Washington Section Scholarship Wednesday, May 27, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on 2020 Northwest Washington Section ScholarshipAIA Northwest Washington Section is proud to offer its annual scholarship fund, designed to encourage and assist local residents pursuing a degree in architecture. The scholarship is open to students (inclusive of those with immediately family) from Whatcom, Skagit, Island, and San Juan counties currently enrolled in an accredited school of architecture, regardless of location. […]
More Design Review Guidance Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on More Design Review GuidanceOn April 27th, City Council passed emergency legislation making temporary six-month land use permitting process changes that: Exempt affordable housing from design review Keep projects normally subject to Design Review moving forward by allowing City staff to complete review processes through administrative design review Allow for community participation during this public health emergency through the […]
Call for Proposals – Member Access Events Monday, May 4, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Call for Proposals – Member Access EventsAIA Seattle is seeking members of our community to offer one-hour, free skill-shares to our members for the purposes of networking and community-building. We’re interested in architectural and non-architectural skills! Suggested skills include: meditation, sketching, watercolor, architectural tech tutorials, drafting, yoga—anything you have to share that your peers might enjoy as well. Please submit a […]
Advocacy Update – April 2020 Monday, April 13, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Advocacy Update – April 2020As we all work to navigate these unprecedented times, AIA Seattle and AIA Washington Council are working to make sure you have the resources you need to take advantage of federal, state, and local programs designed to help firms and individuals. We’re also striving to keep you aware of policies released by state and local […]
Gov. Inslee’s Shelter in Place Order Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Gov. Inslee’s Shelter in Place OrderGov. Inslee’s Stay Home Stay Healthy has been extended to May 4. The order outlines the requirements for all people to remain in their homes “except to conduct or participate in essential activities and/or employment in providing essential business services.” On March 25, Governor Inslee released a memo specifically addressing the construction industry, clarifying what […]
Earthquake Safety at Home Friday, March 6, 2020 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Earthquake Safety at Home AIA’s 2020 ADU Tour is Moving to an Online ADU Showcase Monday, March 2, 2020 in For the Public, Uncategorized Comments Off on AIA’s 2020 ADU Tour is Moving to an Online ADU ShowcaseONLINE SHOWCASE OVERVIEW AIA Seattle’s tour of built DADUs and AADUs was moved to an online ADU Showcase Gallery in 2020. Like to submit your ADU project to the gallery? Please fill out the Submission form, and include photos, site plans, and other info about your project in addition to your contact information. ELIGIBILITY Projects […]
