AIA Chicago

ICYMI: Earlier this month, April Hughes, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP and Scott Farbman, AIA, shared the successes of the Yannell PHIUS+ Residence, the first single-family passive house renovation in the Midwest. https://lnkd.in/gBVDShDC

AIA Chicago President Lynda Dossey, AIA, principal at Jahn/, was recently featured on PBS NOVA, "Building Stuff: Reach It!" showcasing their latest project, 1000M. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/egS9Weiz

Celebrating our new 2024 Fellows (FAIA)! ?? Thank you all for joining us last night at our final Third Thursday of 2024 as we welcomed six out of our seven new Fellows and heard brief presentations about their career journeys thus far. We also celebrated our sponsors from 2024, including our 1869Circle Partners, who support the chapter and foundation at the highest levels. ?? Evening Cue

Join AIA Chicago’s Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) and Design Knowledge Communities for a festive holiday gathering that’s sure to inspire and delight! Tuesday, December 17th 5:30 - 8:00 PM Next/Now: 1200 West Lake Street #2, Chicago, IL, USA (Please note: This event will be held on the second floor of a historic building without elevator access.) What to Expect: ? Networking with like-minded professionals ? Delicious food and drinks ? An immersive experience in an interactive technology playground Special Thanks to Our TAP KC Co-Chairs: -Sonja Flint, AIA, LEED AP -Kevin Kosciulek -Theodore Hogan -Katy Liang, AIA -Darya Stefanovic, AIA, LEED AP Special Thanks to Our Design KC Co-Chairs: -Angelica Paleczny, AIA -David Lillie, AIA -Ann Erskine, AIA Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the holidays, connect with peers, and explore cutting-edge technology in a fun and relaxed environment. Register now and let’s wrap up the year in style! #AIAChicago #HolidayParty #TAPKC #DesignKC

Join us for our third-annual, two-part holiday gathering with the seven architecture member-based organizations in Chicago: AIA Chicago, the AIA Chicago Foundation, Arquitectos, Arquitina, the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), Chicago Women in Architecture (CWA), and the Illinois Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (I-NOMA). Register for the Awards Program: https://lnkd.in/dtEQ4N3r Register for the Holiday Open House: https://lnkd.in/dYVXMwu7

Join AIA Chicago’s Small Firm Exchange for an engaging online session designed specifically for small firms looking to enhance their marketing strategies?and attract their ideal clients. This event will focus on effective techniques in?Search Engine Optimization (SEO)?and?Public Relations (PR), ensuring?you’re?optimizing?your website and reaching publishers to tell your story. Speakers include Tom Bassett-Dilley, FAIA CPHC LFA, Jennifer Karkar Ritchie, and Brent Singer. Thank you to AIA Chicago's Small Firm Exchange Affinity Group leaders Matthew Clapper (AIA, NCARB, LEED AP) and Chyanne Husar, AIA. More information and register: https://lnkd.in/gKQS6Gks

Join AIA Chicago's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee and Historic Resources Knowledge Community for a presentation on the transformation of the Woodlawn Friend Health Center, which provides critical healthcare services to Chicago’s South Side. Attendees will learn about Moody Nolan’s process in rehabilitating the building and the role of community engagement in the design. Snacks and light refreshments will be served. Speakers are Roderic Walton FAIA, NCARB, NOMA, Principal at Moody Nolan, and Alex J. Sparhawk, Esq., Director of Acquisition and Development at DL3 Realty. Thank you to our Knowledge Community and Affinity Group co-chairs: Historic Resources Knowledge Community: Greg M. Andrea Sforza, AIA, NCARB, LEED Green Assoc. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Affinity Group: Riya Desai, Assoc. AIA Katie Hart, Assoc. AIA

In 1974, a group of female architects gathered in a colleague’s office, connected by a common experience of serious workplace challenges. They sat on tables and on the floor and talked about how to start organizing. In the latest edition of 'Chicago Architect' magazine, guest writer Eve Fineman, Assoc. AIA, Director of Exhibitions at the Chicago Architecture Center, pens an overview on their new exhibit 'Disrupters' Celebrating 50 Years of Chicago Women in Architecture. Continue reading: https://lnkd.in/gDYyzZfi

"I continue to work towards fostering a strong sense of community and support within the architecture industry through my involvement with two DEI-focused architecture organizations." This quarter, we join María José Tasada, AIA, NCARB, Technical Director at Gensler, for a "Behind the Screens" look at what inspires her, her work, and how she continues to drive change in the profession.

?? Just over a week away – don't forget to register for this fantastic event! Join us for the IDPH 2023 Presentation Recap and 2024 Updates, featuring Dennis Schmitt, Supervisor of Design and Construction. This in-person event offers essential insights for healthcare facility projects, including updates on project submissions, inspections, CMS requirements, and more.? Register today and stay ahead on the latest healthcare facility design standards and regulations.? Special Thanks to our Healthcare KC Co-chairs: -Adrienne Erbesti, AIA, EDAC, LSSYB -Cam Twohey, AIA, ACHA, WELL AP, NCARB, EDAC #Healthcare #Architecture #IDPH #HealthcareDesign #AIA