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

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

2021 International Codes will take effect on January 1, 2026 Last week the Pennsylvania Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) reviewed and approved the rule making updating 34 Pa. Code, Part XIV, Chapters 401 and 403 (Pennsylvania UCC).  The effect of this action is the updates to the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania, including the move to the 2021 International Codes