Boston Society for Architecture

???Thinking about signing up for this year’s Gingerbread Competition? Don’t wait– sign up today! Projects are due THIS FRIDAY, and there’s still time to join the fun! Remember: Your project does NOT need to be completed when you register, but it DOES need to be ready when you drop it off on Friday ?? Whether you’re a seasoned gingerbread pro or a first-time baker, this is your chance to shine in the BSA’s annual sugary showdown. We’re so excited to see what you create! ?????? Find all the details– including inspiration from past years and the full submission rules– online ???https://lnkd.in/eJWHriDT #BSAAIA #BSAGingerbread2024 #BSASpace #BSAFoundation #Boston #Neighborhoods #HolidayintheHub #exhibition #gingerbread #gingerbreadhouse #gingerbreadcompetition #rules #competition #designcompetition #edibleart #ediblearchitecture #bostonarchitecture #architecture #gingerbreadarchitecture #nonprofit

? Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence in Design Leadership! ? This year’s WiD Award of Excellence recipients embody innovation, advocacy, and a commitment to uplifting others: ? Aisha Densmore-Bey, DDes, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP — Principal/Designer at Aisha Densmore-Bey, Designer Dr. Aisha Densmore-Bey has devoted her career to enhancing access to and visibility of the design professions. As a multi-hyphenate creative, she combines artistry with advocacy, actively creating change, making sure to bring others along. ??Elizabeth Lowrey, FIIDA, RDI — Principal at Elkus Manfredi Architects Elizabeth Lowrey has devoted her life’s work to designing beautiful, inspiring places where people build community, create, and innovate. Rooted in her parents’ activism, her conviction that we are “better together” guides every project she leads. ?? Join us in honoring these trailblazers and celebrating 25 years of recognizing women who lead, inspire, and elevate the design professions. ??? December 4 @ 5:30 PM ?? BSA Space, 290 Congress St ?? RSVP at https://ow.ly/tcwO50Ufcwo #BSAAIA #BostonArchitecture #WomeninDesign #WomenPrincipalsGroup #WiDAwards #25YearsOfWiD #widboston #savethedate #womeninaec #womenprincipals #womenleadership #designleadership #empowerment #awardofexcellence #networking #awardceremony #WiD #ArchitectsOfChange #upcomingevent

?? Celebrate Excellence in Design Leadership! ?? Join Women in Design and Women Principals Group in celebrating 25 years of the Women in Design Award of Excellence! On December 4, we will host an evening reception in the Salt Gallery to honor this year’s award recipients. The winners of the 2024 WiD Award of Excellence are Aisha Densmore-Bey, DDes, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP; and Elizabeth Lowrey FIIDA, RDI. These remarkable leaders have made outstanding contributions to the world of design and greater community. Refreshments to be provided. Registration is free, but space is limited. Save your spot today! ????December 4 @ 5:30 PM ???BSA Space, 290 Congress St ???RSVP at https://ow.ly/rOew50U9Cb6 #BSAAIA #BostonArchitecture #WomeninDesign #WomenPrincipalsGroup #widboston #savethedate #womeninaec #womenprincipals #womenleadership #designleadership #empowerment #awardofexcellence #networking #awardceremony #WiD #upcomingevent

The results are now in for the 2025 BSA Board of Directors and Governance Committees! ??? See the full announcement, including bios of the newly elected winners, at BSA News. ???https://ow.ly/N8NY50U2qu9 #BSAAIA #boardofdirectors #election #governancecommittee #membership #honorsawards #ethics #aiafellows #aiama #bostonarchitecture

Don't miss the third and final installment of Architecture 2030’s Mass Timber webinar series! Mass Timber Construction Series: An Economic Study of Supply, Best Use, and Implementation in three North American regions Join for an in-depth exploration of the design, engineering, and sustainability behind this game-changing building material. This session will wrap up with expert insights on real-world applications, challenges, and future opportunities in mass timber construction. Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of sustainable building! ????November 6, 1-2:30 PM ???Virtual ???Register at https://lnkd.in/eeKRStvg The grant is sponsored by Olifant, LLCa company whose work helped launch Mass Timber Accelerator Grant programs for developers in Boston, New York City, and Atlanta. The studies were conducted in consultation with many regional partners, including members of AIA Minnesota AIA Colorado and AIA Georgia. #BSAAIA #BostonArchitecture #MassTimber #SustainableDesign #Architecture #Olifant #Architecture2030

?? Elevate your business development skills with us! Join the BSA and Massachusetts Building Congress next Thursday for an after-hours dive into the strategies, secrets, and proven techniques that will elevate your networking game from 'meh' to 'heck yeah!' Dive into strategies, tools, and tips that are shaping the future of our industry and building stronger business foundations with Julie Brown. Don’t miss out on networking, growth insights, and real-world advice to drive your business forward. Don’t miss out on this special event! ????November 14, 5:30-8:30 PM ???BSA Space, 290 Congress Street ???Register today at https://lnkd.in/ejWzYhSS #BSAAIA #BostonArchitecture #BusinessDevelopment #Networking #ConstructionIndustry #FutureOfBuilding #BuildingCongress #AECDevelopment

Tune in tonight to the second in a series of webinars on mass timber organized by Architecture 2030 in conjunction with Nicole St. Clair Knobloch of Olifant, LLC . BSA was a partner in the grant-funded work that supported this research, and we're excited to see the learnings being shared by BSA members LeMessurier, Turner Construction Company, and SCB!

We are thrilled to announce the 13th annual Gingerbread Design Competition & Exhibition! This year's competition theme is “Boston Neighborhoods: Holiday in the Hub”. This theme invites participants to showcase their appreciation and connection to Boston's 24 vibrant neighborhoods, plus those cities and towns from Amesbury to Nantucket and out to Worcester. Consider more than just the biggest icons, we want to see what you love most about living and working in this region. If you’re thinking sugary thoughts while trick-or-treating this week, we encourage you to participate and have your creation displayed in the lobby at the BSA! ? Deadline to register: November 18 ?? Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/eJWHriDT ? ? ? ? #BSAAIA #BSAGingerbread2024 #BSASpace #BSAFoundation #Boston #neighborhoods #exhibition #gingerbread #gingerbreadhouse #gingerbreadcompetition #edibleart #ediblearchitecture #bostonarchitecture #architecture #gingerbreadarchitecture #nonprofit

??? TONIGHT in the Conversations in Architecture series: Join us for an engaging and in-depth talk with Keith Moskow, FAIA. As a principal at Moskow Linn Architects, Keith brings over 30 years of experience in creating environmentally conscious, community-oriented projects. He’ll share insights from his firm’s design philosophy and the challenges of practicing thoughtful, sustainable architecture that builds for the future. ??? Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 ?? BSA Space, 6 PM ???Register now! https://ow.ly/SrII50TSALn #BSAAIA #Architecture #UrbanDesign #UrbanPlanning #NorthshoreMA #NewburyportMA #Conversations #Discussion #ExperiencedArchitect

?? Tonight’s the night! Join us at 6 PM for the MBTA Communities Act workshop to learn how zoning reforms can drive affordable housing and equitable development in Massachusetts. Discover key strategies from the BSA’s How-to Guide for Architects in City Policy, which includes ways architects can engage in housing advocacy, collaborate with local officials, and navigate zoning challenges. This workshop will empower you to shape community-driven solutions to the housing crisis! ??? ?? Register now at?https://lnkd.in/gQAVka3R Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) #BSAAIA #CHAPA #MBTACommunities #Zoning #UrbanPlanning #CommunityDevelopment #AffordableHousing #Workshop #BostonArchitecture #Zoning #Advocacy #Policy #HowToGuide