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On Thursday, February 12, a team of members and staff from AIA Arizona visited the offices of the U.S. Representatives and Senators from our state for the AIA’s annual Hill Day. This included the presidents and presidents-elect of AIA Arizona, AIA Phoenix Metro, and AIA Southern Arizona, who took part in the AIA Leadership Summit that included Hill Day. Overall,...

Architects are increasingly stepping beyond their traditional role to become developers—taking on greater influence over project vision, decision-making, and long-term impact. This panel explores what it means to lead projects from both the design and development side, and how this expanded role is reshaping practice and opportunity within the profession. Moderated by AIA Arizona President-elect Dan Maher, AIA, Regional Executive...

Congratulations to Max Underwood, FAIA, who has been elevated to the AIA College of Fellows for 2026! Underwood is one of 78 architects this year to become a Fellow (67 FAIA and 11 Honorary FAIA), AIA’s highest membership honor, for exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society. A President’s Professor in the Design School within the Herberger Institute for...

All are welcome for a special Women’s History Month celebration featuring two of Arizona’s most influential architectural leaders. Hear from 2025 AIA Arizona Medal honoree Teresa Rosano, AIA, and AIA Arizona Chairman’s Award honoree Kathy Hancox, AIA, as they sit down in conversation with 2025 AIA Southern Arizona President Laura Vertes, AIA. Presented by AIA Southern Arizona Women in Architecture,...

This event is SOLD OUT! On Friday, April 24, Associate members of AIA Arizona will be gathering at Taliesin West for an afternoon of programming and conversation that will explore radical optimism within the architecture & design profession. This is the annual event that is planned and produced by and for Associate members—emerging professionals who are on the path to...

Registration is CLOSED for the 35th Annual Desert Classic Sand Volleyball Tournament. We look forward to partnering with Sand Sports Beach Volleyball for another fun year! Click the link to register for more details. Event Registration Opens: February 23rdEvent Registration Deadline: April 20thEvent Date: May 2ndEvent Check-in Time: 8:30 am to 9:20 amEvent Start Time: 9:30 amCost: $225.00 per TeamFormat: 6...