We would like to thank all of those who attended, exhibited and spoke at this years virtual EXPO! Here is a look at the success of the day in a report generated from all of the activity, click here

Build Safe | Live Safe Digital 2021: Safety and Sustainability

Our weeklong virtual construction industry conference will be taking place from May 3rd to May 7th, 2021 to coincide with National Construction Safety Week.

Firms expect fewer employees working in the office full-time post-pandemic, although many expect office space needs to be unchanged to accommodate better social distancing

We are reaching out to you as an Emerging Professional of the AEC community. We would like to invite you to participate in the American Institute of Architects Westchester Hudson Valley’s Chapter and Foundation Common Ground Mentorship Program.

The Young Architects Forum is the voice of architects in the early stages of their career and the catalyst for change within the profession and our communities. Working closely with the AIA College of Fellows and the American Institute of Architects as a whole, the YAF is leading the future of the profession with a focus on architects licensed less than 10 years.

2021 AIA Annual Meeting

The AIA 2021 annual meeting will be called to order on June 10, 2021. Find everything delegates will need to participate in the 2021 AIA annual meeting, plus information on accreditation, voting, and candidate speeches.

2020 firm profitability averaged 6.7%

Business conditions at architecture firms backslid in December, ending a tough year on a disappointing note. The AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score declined to 42.6 for the month, indicating that more firms saw declining billings in December than in November.

For a number of reasons, including budgetary cutbacks, lack of skilled workers, and staffing demands caused by disasters or emergencies, local building code entities sometimes seek to transfer their administrative responsibilities.

Read the 2020 AIA Trust Annual Report to learn how the AIA Trust is enhancing member value – including new benefit programs, new practice resources, and component assistance!

Based on the current pace of testing volumes, NCARB now expects to release updated cut scores for the six divisions of the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) 5.0 by early-February. We know that any delay in receiving your score report can add to the stress of testing, and we apologize for any inconvenience.

Check out this library of housing-related videos, including net-zero energy, housing equity, community advocacy, Living Building Challenge, and mitigating pandemic risks. https://www.gotostage.com/channel/89318bd279044da89203e084b39f6b5b

Job seekers with a registered AIA Career Center account now have access to a FREE one-time resume evaluation. Sign in and visit your profile page to take advantage of this new service.

The design and construction industry experienced considerable disruptions, such as material shortages, construction delays, and work stoppages due to the Coronavirus pandemic. How can you address these issues in your practice and in your design agreements? Join us for a free webinar to learn how. Earn 1 LU.

Online proctoring and the related changes to the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) will launch on December 14, 2020. Candidates were notified this week that they will be able to experience the new format and practice using the new digital whiteboard through the updated demo exam, available through their My NCARB account!

Ben Harrison, AIA

Architect, Putnam County Highway & Facilities Planning and Design Division

The Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller Award recognizes licensed architects employedcin the public sector in New York State whose work on projects within their jurisdiction has furthered the cause of design excellence in public architecture.

CONGRADULATIONS TO OUR 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS!!! Voted in at our September Annual Meeting.

We look forward to 2021 with Teresa Marboe, AIA leading the chapter.

WASHINGTON – Sept. 24, 2020 – Architects and engineers participating in the AIA’s 2030 Commitment are reporting the greatest reduction in predicted energy use (pEUI) in the program’s 10-year history.

“This year marks a critical inflection point for the program and climate action,” said 2020 AIA President Jane Frederick, FAIA. “This report outlines a vision for the coming years, which is anchored in community advocacy, adoption of on-site and off-site renewable energy sources, and increased attention to embodied carbon.”

The online proctored exam scheduler will launch November 16 – meaning candidates will be able to begin testing as soon as November 17. As test center closures and limited availability continue to impact candidates’ licensure progress, this new option will provide flexibility to take the exam in a location of the candidates’ choice. NCARB will continue to share information regarding online proctoring as soon as it becomes available.

Photo credit: Street Lab

How can we transform our streets so that children - young and old - can safely play, learn, socialize and have fun this summer, and beyond? With support from the City of Newburgh, we’re seeking your most innovative and creative ideas to activate Newburgh’s streets. Anyone can apply!

New mini documentary format invites everyone to submit short films.

WASHINGTON – June 25, 2020 - The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is launching the sixth annual AIA Film Challenge 2020.

The AIA Film Challenge invites architects, filmmakers, and storytellers to submit a 60- to 90-second mini documentary film produced using a personal device, such as a smartphone or laptop. The mini documentary format is intended to help participants stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic and comply with various stay-at-home orders.L