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AIA Columbus Achieves Accreditation from the American Institute of Architects
AIA Columbus has been accredited by the American Institute of Architects. Achieving accreditation demonstrates the component’s commitment to excellence in providing quality service for members and the community. AIA Columbus has met the standards of AIA Core Member Services in advocacy, communications, education, finance, operations, governance, and membership. The AIA Core Member Services (CMS) program […]
Read MoreColumbus Arts Festival 2023
The AIA Columbus Committee on Design and NOMAColumbus hosted a tent at the 2023 Columbus Arts Festival Kids Hands-On Activities Village to foster interest in architecture with young visitors. The group engaged with over 700 people over the course of the three-day festival. Activities included coloring pages and building structures with pool noodles and cardboard […]
Read MoreTour Series: Affordable Housing Solution
Register. Both 515 and 519 Pierce Avenue in Whitehall are the second and third installment of local affordable housing solutions, in partnership with COCIC. Stemming from the City of Columbus, COCIC, and Neighborhood Design Center’s NextHome Competition in 2021, these houses were designed to be efficient—from the site planning and layout and footprint of a […]
Read MoreMunch and Earn: Innovative Pavers for Projects of Distinction
Register here. In this presentation, we’ll discuss unit paver development as it leads to unique and innovative paving options. We will identify unit paver advantages while increasing your knowledge of unit paver uses and limitations from applications ranging from on-grade entranceways to elevated plazas and roof ballast applications. A variety of installation methods will be […]
Read MoreMunch and Earn: Security Considerations for Building Design
Registration is now closed. Owners and designers can greatly increase life safety and the ability to mitigate safety or security issues by understanding security design best practices and how they are implemented during the design phase. 1. Learn the true definition of physical security design and how it helps protect and mitigate risk to individuals […]
Read MoreSpace Planner/Small Projects Manager – Posted June 13, 2023
Job no: 492986 Work type: Exempt Staff Location: Gambier, OH Categories: Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Space Planner/Small Projects Manager. Reporting to the Director for Design and Construction (D&C), the Space Planner/Small Projects Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and organizing the activities associated with facilities space planning […]
Read MoreFellows, EPs, and Young Architects Bourbon Tasting
Register AIA Fellows, Emerging Professionals (Associates and/or those on the path to licensure), and Young Architects (those in the first 10 years of their career) are invited to WSA Studio on June 22 for an evening of networking! Attendees will rotate through different groups to mingle with professionals at different stages in their career while […]
Read More2023 Architecture Awards
The AIA Columbus annual Architecture Awards Program recognizes excellence in architectural design by Columbus architects and those within the boundaries of AIA Columbus. The program’s purpose is to recognize the achievements for a broad range of architectural activity to elevate the general quality of architectural practice, establish a standard of excellence against which all architects […]
Read MoreA Night At The Ballpark 2023
This event is sold out. Embrace the summer months with America’s favorite pastime as the Columbus Clippers take on the St. Paul Saints! AIA Columbus will be hosting a membership appreciation picnic on the Pepsi Party Deck at Huntington Park prior to the Clippers game on August 1, 2023. This event is free for all […]
Read MoreEP, YA, Fellows Speed Networking
The Emerging Professionals and Fellows committees recently hosted a speed networking event where EPs and Young Architects were able to network with each other and with architects further along in their careers. Conversations focused on finding your passion, workplace culture, generational differences, and community impact. Thank you to all who attended!
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