Insights from Award-Winning Architects and the AIA Preparing a strong design awards entry takes more than great photography and compelling projects — it requires a clear narrative, thoughtful presentation, and an understanding of what juries are looking for. Join the AIA New Jersey Awards Committee for an engaging webinar focused on how to successfully submit entries for both your local...

Designing masonry schools involves balancing safety, functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal. Masonry materials are known for their durability and low maintenance, making schools resistant to weather and wear. When efficiently reinforced, masonry ensures safety through its natural fire resistance and ability to withstand seismic and wind forces. Its high thermal mass also helps regulate temperatures, reducing energy use when paired...

Ceramic tile and cementitious terrazzo have served both decorative and functional purposes for centuries. These popular floor and wall finishes are not only aesthetic, but durable, resilient, easy to clean, and resistant to mold, bacteria, and chemicals. Learn about the manufacture, installation, performance, deterioration, and restoration and repair methods of these materials. Since floor and wall materials typically experience the...

WHY ATTEND? Don’t leave money on the table. Many architecture firms don’t realize how much of theirwork may qualify for R&D credits and 179D incentives. One year after OBBBA, firms canstill revisit projects from the past 3 years—join us to see real PA case studies, key taxupdates, and what you should act on now. About this Event: Almost one year...

One of the best ways to maintain a historic masonry building is by maintaining the mortar joints over time. When electing to repoint, it is important to not only have a good understanding of the original mortar used and how to replicate it, but also how this material should be installed to replicate or enhance performance. Learn how to specify...

Mock-ups play a critical role in commercial construction by translating design intent into buildable solutions. They can help contractors determine the proper construction sequences for intricate details, show off how elements and colors come together, and set up workmanship tolerances for a project. Early mock-up construction often informs key design decisions and reduces uncertainty during installation. Join us to examine...

What is ArchElect? The ArchElect is a civic leadership initiative designed to empower architects, emerging professionals, and allied experts to step into public leadership rols. With training in problem-solving, systems thinking, collaboration, and long-term planning, architects are uniquely equipped to advocate for communities and help shape policies that serve the public good. Through ArchElect, participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and...

This class will discuss provisions within the IBC that can reduce the cost of masonry labor, improve the structural performance of buildings, and communicate masonry advances and best practices to architects and structural engineers. We believe that through this class, we can help make your job easier and lead to better masonry structures at a lower cost. Classes will be...

The AIA Pennsylvania Small Firm Exchange (SFxPA) invites you to discover how small firm practitioners architected “this,” offering their most valuable and applicable insights gained from navigating practice. Every small firm has a story — how it started, adapted, and thrived – How it navigated a unique issue or opportunity on a project. “How I Architected This” brings those stories...

Part of brick’s beauty is in its durability. Brick buildings can last hundreds of years if properly constructed and maintained. When it comes time to restore or replace the brick on a building, it’s important to understand the age of the brick, how it was manufactured, and its properties to develop an appropriate repair solution. Join us to gain insight...