Events & Opportunities
Welcome to our monthly roundup of upcoming events and opportunities presented by AIA Seattle committees, partner organizations, AIA National, and more.
Here you’ll find educational events, involvement opportunities, and programs tailored to our Washington design community.
June 2026
DRT Solstice 2026: Perspectives in Practice, Stories of Design
Thursday, June 25 | 5:30-7:30pm at Side x Side Architects
The AIA Seattle Diversity Roundtable’s annual Solstice Celebration brings together designers, creatives, and community members for an evening centered on storytelling in the design space. This year’s theme explores how stories are communicated through different perspectives and creative mediums, including graphics, sketching, writing, and visual expression.
AIAWA 2026 Civic Design Awards
Intent to Enter due Sunday, June 28
The AIA Washington Council Civic Design Awards celebrate design excellence in publicly funded projects located in Washington State. These projects reflect the highest standards in sustainability, innovation, building performance and overall integration with the client and surrounding communities.
AIA Seattle Annual Chapter Meeting
Monday, June 29 | 4-5pm Online
Our Annual Chapter Meeting is an opportunity for members of our 10-county community to come together virtually to hear about engagement opportunities, advocacy efforts, AIA Seattle’s 2025 – 2030 strategic plan, and more.
July-August 2026
ADUniverse: Call for Designs
Submit by Friday, July 3
Presented by Seattle OPCD, The City of Seattle is now accepting submissions of ADU and middle housing designs to expand their gallery of pre-approved designs on ADUniverse. Architects, designers, and homebuilders are invited to submit their work for consideration. Help shape how Seattle grows and get your designs in front of those actively planning their next project!
YAF + Mass Timber Construction Tour: Western State Hospital
Wednesday, July 8 | 3-4pm
Presented by Young Architect’s Forum + Mass Timber Committee, this tour explores the new Western State Hospital campus facilities in Lakewood, designed by HOK, including a 350-bed forensic psychiatric hospital and a Mass Timber administration building to support a forward-thinking model of behavioral healthcare.
Vote for Our Board of Directors
Cast your vote by Friday, July 10
Our Member Advancement Committee is pleased to present this slate of accomplished members to fill open seats or move to officer positions on our Board of Directors beginning September 1, 2026. All AIA and Associate AIA members are eligible to vote.
We’re Hiring a Programs & Engagement Manager
Apply by Friday, July 17
AIA Seattle + Seattle Design Festival are seeking a Programs and Engagement Manager to initiate, manage, and produce a range of education and awards programs to equip our members to shape the built environment and elevate the impact of architecture and design in our communities.
Nickelsville Tiny House Village Night at the Mariners
Tuesday, July 21 | 6:40pm at T-Mobile Park
Come enjoy America’s pastime with the Nickelsville Tiny House Village and AIA Seattle’s Committee on Homelessness at T-Mobile Park. During this special night, $5 from every ticket sold will benefit our efforts to build a kitchen structure for the Central District village. Nickelsville is a self-managed non-profit organization with two (soon three!) tiny house villages in Seattle.
Resilience Matters: Session 3 in the 2026 Code Series
Tuesday-Wednesday, July 28-29 | 12-2pm online
Resilience Matters is a 2-day virtual training that explores how building codes and design strategies support emergency response, occupant safety, and post-event recovery.
4 LU/HSW
AIA Seattle Member Committee Showcase
Tuesday, August 4 | 5-7pm at Smith Tower
Have you been wanting to do more with AIA Seattle, but not sure where to start? This showcase is an opportunity for members and the broader community to connect and learn about the purpose and activities of member committees. Meet the leaders of our member committees and learn how to get involved.
AIA National Awards – Submissions Open
Submit by Thursday, August 6
Eight AIA National Awards are now open for submissions. This is an opportunity to share the meaningful impact you and your firm are making across architecture, design, advocacy, education, and public service. Share your work, leadership, and contributions to the profession.
Seattle Design Festival 2026
August 15-20
SDF 2026: IN[FLUX] explores movement, instability, and possibility all at once. The Festival will kick-off at the Block Party on August 15-16, a weekend-long celebration at Lake Union Park with Built Installations, Mainstage Programs, and Pop-Up Experiences. The week will continue with Design Mixers and a Closing Party at LMN’s The Shop.
AISC IDEAS Awards
Submissions due Monday, August 31
AISC is looking for projects that showcase the innovative use of structural steel in adaptive reuse, architecture, constructability, engineering, and sustainable design and construction. You could even get recognition for your project before breaking ground!
In the Community
How Partnerships Support LEEDv5 and Low Carbon Project Success
June 30 | 12pm (PT) | online
Join this free, interactive webinar to learn more about the latest challenges, and opportunities, in sustainable design and construction, and how to leverage partnerships to add value to your projects.
Employee Benefits Playbook: Strategies for Smarter Decisions
July 14 | 12-1pm online
Join Clint Merriman, Senior Employee Benefits Advisor with Trucordia, for an approachable, practical conversation about how employers can take a more strategic look at their benefits program.
Regenerative Design Masterclass
Presented by GBES, discover how regenerative design surpasses traditional sustainability practices, enabling you to develop resilient, self-sustaining projects in harmony with the natural world. This course is perfect for architects, designers, and sustainability professionals looking to lead the way in innovative, impactful design.
LEED Green Associate (GA) Training
On-Demand | 15 LU|HSW + LEED CE
A virtual training program for those seeking to become a LEED Green Associate. AIA Seattle members qualify for $100 discount, please email Claire Needs for the discount code.
