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Associate members enjoyed the annual AIA Arizona Associates Gathering on April 26, 2024, at the Phoenix office of Corgan. More than 80 members gathered for an afternoon of programming and conversation that explored convergence within the architecture and design profession. Attendees heard from a lineup of speakers about the design process and sustainability in architecture, career development, and the path...

The 33rd AIA Desert Classic Volleyball Tournament took place on April 27, 2024 and was a huge success! 36 teams made up from 28 different companies competed for 1st place, but RC Lurie ultimately took home the trophy with DHEngineering in 2nd place! Richärd Kennedy Architects embraced the Nostalgia theme with their Pac-Man costumes and props, making them the winners of...

Canstruction Phoenix Metro is a non-profit event that brings together creative minds for a friendly design competition. Each year, teams compete to create the most impressive sculptures made entirely out of canned food. After the event, all the food is donated to the St. Mary’s Food Bank to help fight hunger in our community. The 2024 theme was SUMMER SPORTS, in...

This interview with Omar Bailey, AIA, NOMA, was initially published by AIA Arizona in January 2024. Omar Bailey, AIA, NOMA, Senior Architect, Associate at Shepley Bulfinch in Phoenix, began a two-year term as the 2024-2025 president of the Arizona chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) in January 2024. He succeeded Maurita Harris, AIA, NOMA in that role....

This interview with Maurita N. Harris, AIA, NOMA, was originally published by AIA Arizona in January 2022, when she began her two-year term as the 2022-2023 president of the Arizona chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA). A project architect for the hospitality team at PHX Architecture in Scottsdale since 2010, Harris has held key roles in a...

AIA Arizona Associate Members, join us for this Prep Course on the Practice Management exam. This is a great opportunity for learning and connecting with those also preparing for their ARE exams! The course will be facilitated by Arizona-based architects via ZOOM over 5 sessions: Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on February 4, 11, 18, 25; and March 4....