News from National

Firm billings for January 2023  

AIA's Architecture Billings Index, a leading indicator of nonresidential construction, is available to AIA members for free. Architecture firm billings remained soft in January with a score of 49.3. Only 7% of firms reported currently having billings from international projects; large firms being the most likely to pursue international projects. Learn more >

Opportunity to share AIA Member stories 

AIA is excited to announce the new “Future Focused” video series. This new series shares the stories of women, men, & firm leaders who are elevating women & changing the profession. The first set of videos are ready for release now. Check them out below and join us in celebrating these inspiring AIA members.

The A'23 Alumni, Component, & Affiliate event submission site is open  

The AIA Conference on Architecture 2023 is in San Francisco at Moscone Center on June 7–10. 
If you are making your own arrangements at an offsite location and want your event listed in the schedule, please submit the information by April 30.  Learn more here >

Call for proposals/submissions

Volunteer at AIA  

Do you know a few great candidates to participate in accreditation team visits? NAAB and AIA are looking for volunteers interested in architecture education and developing their leadership skills.
Learn more and apply here >

Healthcare Design Awards 2023 

The Healthcare Design Awards showcase the best of health care building design, health care planning, and health care design-oriented research. The awards highlight the trends in health care facilities and the future direction of these facilities. Submissions are due by March 17 at 5pm ET. Learn more >

WLS 2023 call for proposals open 

Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS) is coming to Boston, September 14-16, 2023, and is looking for fresh, inspiring, and empowering content. This premier event brings together the industry’s largest network of diverse women who are breaking down barriers, making themselves visible, and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. The call for proposals is open! Submissions are due by April 7, 2023. Learn more and submit here >

2023-2024 Tuttle and GMZ Fellowships 

The AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) and the Foundation for Health Environments Research (FHER) offer fellowship opportunities for health facility planning and design. The Tuttle Fellowship supports graduate students, while the GMZ Fellowship supports doctoral and master’s students, junior faculty, and emerging professionals. Applications are due by April 10. Learn more and register here >

Events

PDC Summit 2023 

The PDC Summit brings together thousands working in all disciplines of health care planning, design and construction to learn, network and discover ways to create value for the health care built environment. The field comes together to share their findings, challenges and best practices to advance safe and trusted health care. Professionals from every stage of their careers can benefit from sessions, networking and solutions.
Learn more and register here >

2023 CAE Spring Conference-Pathways to Opportunity  

Join CAE, March 22-25, as we explore a range of educational and civic projects that profoundly impact the communities they serve by creating thoughtful and innovative environments. We celebrate the unique and diverse history of Dallas and Fort Worth, and the cities that connect and surround them. Earn 16.25 LU (12.25LU/HSW). Learn more and register here >

2023 COD New Orleans-The Authenticity of Place 

Join us for the first AIA Conference on Design for 2023, March 23-25, in New Orleans. This event will highlight one of America’s most unique cities, with its rich diverse history; vibrant music, arts and food culture. It is a place - and a circumstance that has routinely inspired some of the nation’s most highly recognized architecture. Earn 21 LU (16 LU/HSW) by attending the event. Learn more and register here >

Webinars

An Integrated Approach to Planning the New Austin State Hospital 

On March 21, the Academy of Architecture for Healthcare is hosting a session that will look at how the redevelopment of the former Austin State Hospital campus provides an opportunity for academic engagement in the clinical process, implements a continuum of care, and offers opportunities for mental health partnerships in the heart of Austin, Texas. Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW credit. Learn more and register here >

Insurance and Bonds for Construction Project Owners  

On March 27, explore how you can implement programs within your organization that help to attract, support and advance women. Earn 1 AIA LU credit. Learn more and register here >