NOMA Pittsburgh

On November 6th, NOMA Pittsburgh came together for the first public celebration of our 10th year anniversary! Thanks to mossArchitects, who opened their gallery space to us for the Unblurred Gallery Crawl. We told the story of our 10 years as a chapter through photos, memories, videos, and memos. Over the last decade, we’ve made strides in the city, working to create a more equitable and just city by creating opportunities to explore how the built environment is constructed. Through youth workshops, peer mentorship, and opportunities for leadership, NOMA Pittsburgh will continue to advocate for equity in our profession and in the communities that we serve. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with community members and organizations, and to celebrating our 10-year anniversary together soon! Special thanks to Nickie Cheung, Longney Luk, and all the volunteers for making this event possible.

"A Black Soldier Story” In shadows cast by history's light, A soldier's tale, both dark and bright. Their skin, like night, oft overlooked, In pages torn from freedom's book. From Revolution's dawn, they stood, For liberty, misunderstood. In chains, yet fighting for the free, Their valor, a silent decree. In Civil War's divisive strife, They battled for a better life. In blue, they marched, in hope, they bled, For unity, their spirits led. In World Wars' vast and deadly sweep, Their courage, sown in fields so deep. In foreign lands, they fought with pride, Yet, at home, their rights denied. Korea's cold, Vietnam's heat, In every war, they did not retreat. In jungles dense, on mountains steep, They sowed what future could reap. Through desert storms and distant lands, In conflicts hard to understand, Their loyalty, a constant flame, Yet back at home, it wasn't the same. In uniforms, they bore the weight, Of a nation's love, a nation's hate. Defending those who oft denied, Their rightful place, their human side. Yet, undeterred by history's stain, Their honor, they did not feign. For country's love, not always returned, In their brave hearts, it always burned. Now hear these words, both true and deep, For those who fought, for those who keep The legacy of valor's course, "Thank you for your service" - a powerful force. A chorus rising, bold and new, Acknowledging the trials they knew. Their stories, now, we must embrace, In our nation's heart, their rightful place. For in their courage, we find a seed, Of hope, of change, of a united creed. In their footsteps, we learn to tread, A path of respect, where once we fled. So let us say with pride and grace, To those once hidden, now face to face, "Thank you for your service," deep and true, For a better world, shaped by you. -Mustafa Santiago Ali

Honoring Native American Heritage Month This month, we celebrate the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Native American communities. It’s a time to reflect, learn, and recognize the deep-rooted heritage that continues to shape our shared story. Let’s uplift Native voices, support Indigenous creators, and come together to honor and protect these vibrant traditions. ?? Dive into Native literature ??? Explore Indigenous art and music ?? Learn about local tribes and history

Join us next Monday Perkins Eastman as they host our chapter for the November General Body Meeting. Address - 525 William Penn Pl Suite 2510, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. We have new updates and news to share; most importantly the official announcement for the 2025-2026 Executive Board. Light refreshments will be provided.

Join us this Friday, November 1st, at mossArchitects (5122 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224), for the opening of the 10-year gallery exhibition as part of the Unblurred Gallery Crawl in Bloomfield. The gallery will open at 6:00PM and will feature various stories that celebrate all the work NOMA has conducted over our tenure here in the city! Light snacks and refreshments will be served, we hope you can make it! Register now at the link: https://lnkd.in/e4rGehWb

Voting for the 2024 People's Choice Award is Open! The Design Pittsburgh People’s Choice Award is your opportunity to weigh in on some of the recently designed (or redesigned) places and spaces in our community. Architecture is a part of our daily environment and we want to hear from you what good design means to you. As you look through the projects submitted, ask yourself: Does the project inspire you? Would you enjoy spending time in that space? How does the project enhance or serve our community? Voting closes Sunday, November 3, 2024. View the gallery and cast your votes here: https://lnkd.in/e9f7zz7e #PittsburghArchitectureWeek #designpgh24 #DesignMatters #AIAPghPeoplesChoice #pittsburgharchitecture #pittsburghdesign #architecturephotography #architecture

Reflecting on our journey. A message from the Treasurer. Tamara Emswiler

Join us this Friday, November 1st, at mossArchitects (5122 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224), for the opening of the 10-year gallery exhibition as part of the Unblurred Gallery Crawl in Bloomfield. The gallery will open at 6:00PM and will feature various stories that celebrate all the work NOMA has conducted over our tenure here in the city! Light snacks and refreshments will be served, we hope you can make it! Register now at the link: https://lnkd.in/e4rGehWb

Reflecting on our journey. A message from the Secretary, Dalenna M. Carrero Rivera

Reflecting on our journey. A message from the Vice President, Dario McPhee, AIA, NOMA