AE Works, an award-winning Pittsburgh-headquartered building design and consulting firm, welcomes former Pittsburgh Mayor William (Bill) Peduto, who is joining the company as a Strategic Advisor. In this role, Peduto will support AE Works’ commitment to growing in the Pittsburgh region by advising on strategy across higher education, healthcare, commercial, and public-sector work. He will help strengthen AE Works’ ability

MG Architects has hired Alexandra “Ally” Murphy to join their architectural staff, where she will assist with design documentation, construction administration, develop 3D/BIM models, and create construction documents and schedules. A 2025 graduate of Marywood University with a Bachelor of Architecture, Art History Minor, and Urban Studies Designation, Murphy previously interned at Breslin Architects and earned high honors at Blue

Century-Old Pittsburgh Building Transformed Into Health “Home-Of-The-Future” PITTSBURGH – A quiet block in Regent Square now has a milestone architectural distinction, courtesy of Studio St. Germain: it is the site of the Wilkinsburg Residence, the first single-family residence in Pennsylvania—and only the 5th in the country—to earn a Passive House EnerPHit certification. Created specifically for existing structures, EnerPHit is the

BIG NEWS! The Tri-State Conference, hosted by AIA New Jersey, AIA New York State, and AIA Pennsylvania, is coming to Princeton, NJ in 2026.  Join us in Princeton, NJ for the 2026 Tri-State Conference. The 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—hosted by AIA New Jersey, AIA New York State, and AIA Pennsylvania is coming to Princeton, New Jersey. Join architects and design

The EPiC Firm Recognition, facilitated by the Emerging Professionals Committee (EPiC), recognizes firms for their commitment to the professional development of emerging professionals and young architects with an assessment of firm culture and support in four critical areas: (1) licensure, (2) leadership and professional development, (3) career advancement opportunity, and (4) commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. AIA Bucks Phillips &

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners! We are so proud to celebrate the best of PA’s architectural heritage, architects and architectural students, and those who support the profession of architecture. Special Awards 50 Year Timeless Architecture Award: Carnegie Museum of Art – Sarah Mellon Scaife Galleries Architecture Firm of the Year Award: studio d’ARC architects Medal of Distinction: Frank

12/02/2025 Washington, DC—On November 13, 2025, representatives from the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC) and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) signed an updated Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) that will expand access to opportunities for Canadian and American architects. The refreshed MRA goes into effect on January 15, 2026, and will replace the existing MRA between

The Department of Education is proposing a much narrower definition of “professional degrees” for federal student-loan purposes, and architecture is not included on the proposed professional-degree list.  What’s happening: The Department of Education is proposing a much narrower definition of “professional degrees” for federal student-loan purposes, and architecture is not included on the proposed professional-degree list. Why it matters: The federal definition

Celebrating Aspiring Architects and Their Commitment to the Profession and Their Communities The Emerging Professionals Committee (EPiC) of the AIA Pennsylvania proudly announces the recipients of the 2025 Paula Maynes ARE Grant, recognizing five emerging architects for their exceptional commitment to the profession and their meaningful contributions to their communities. Established in 2015, the Paula Maynes ARE Grant honors outstanding