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On the evening of April 14, members of the architecture community gathered for a reception with the academic leaders of all three Arizona-based architecture schools. The following leaders of the architecture schools in Arizona shared about programming, student life and goals for the future success of emerging architects: Renee Cheng, FAIA, Dean of the Herberger Institute for Design and the...

On Wednesday, March 12, AIA and NOMA members gathered for an evening reception at Skoop Premium Ice Cream in Old Town Scottsdale. A reception celebrating and supporting the AIA Phoenix Metro Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) Committee and NOMA Arizona, together. Support for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging remains important and unwavering to AIA. We support each other, and...

On Friday, March 7, members gathered at the AIA Arizona office in Phoenix for a half-day program geared toward AIA10 members (architects who became licensed within the past 10 years). The workshop included insightful presentations and conversation on the path to leadership, the architect’s seal, self-development as an architect, finances, and client relationships. Speakers included: Scroll down to see images...

On Wednesday, February 26, a team of leaders from AIA Arizona, including the presidents and presidents-elect of AIA Phoenix Metro and AIA Southern Arizona chapters, visited the offices of the U.S. Representatives and Senators from our state for the AIA’s annual Hill Day. Overall, more than 400 AIA members met with their members of Congress to advocate for important policies...

On Wednesday, February 12, in collaboration with USGBC and NOMA Arizona, AIA Arizona members joined together at the Arizona State Capitol to participate in representing and advocating for the architecture profession. Scroll down to see images of the day in which AIA attendees met with many state legislators. Learn more about our advocacy efforts here. AIA members met with both Arizona...

It is my great honor and privilege to serve as the President of AIA Arizona in 2025. As we enter this new year, we embrace the opportunity to strengthen our profession, engage with our communities, and drive innovation in architecture. Our collective efforts continue to shape the future of the built environment in Arizona and beyond. First, I would like...