Final Reflections for 2025
As we approach the end of the year, I find myself returning again and again to the themes that have guided me on this year’s journey as President: imagination, innovation, and collaboration.
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Procrastinator’s Series
Earn up to 7 more AIA LU | HSWs before December 31 when you attend these lunchtime webinars.
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Your membership renewal checklist
Set yourself up for success in 2026—review your member benefits and make sure your profile is up-to-date with the following checklist.
- Want your membership to auto-renew every year? Enroll today and we’ll waive the 3% credit card fee on your 2027 renewal!
- Want to spread your membership dues over time? Enroll in our payment plan and split your dues into six convenient monthly payments.
- Has your contact information changed? Update your profile & help AIA enhance your membership.
- Need to change your membership type? Use this form to update your membership.
Need to change your chapter? Use this form to transfer chapters
Historic Resources Committee Trivia Mixer
Join AIA Virginia’s Historic Resources Committee for our Virtual Trivia Mixer!
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Leaders in Architecture & Business (LAB) Program
Applications for the 2026 cohort open December 5!
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AIA Virginia Hill Day 2026
Soon after the 2026 Virginia General Assembly gavels into session, we will hold a Virginia Hill Day.
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Opportunities to Engage
As we gear up for the Presidency of Bill Hopkins, AIA, and welcome the incoming board members, we also invite you to consider deepening your engagement with our organization. Opportunities to serve on our many active Councils and Committees abound.
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Member Roundtables
Our Career-Stage, Firm-Size, and Non-Traditional Roundtables all met at Architecture Exchange East, November 6-7, 2025. Take a look at what was discussed and be sure to join us for these exchanges in 2026.
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38th Annual ArchEx
Thank you for attending Architecture Exchange East this year! We had a great time, and these pictures prove it.
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Small Firm Exchange Update
CJ LaMora, AIA, has been appointed as the Virginia State Representative to the National Small Firm Exchange (SFx).
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Welcome New Members
We are always excited to welcome new members to Virginia. The following members recently joined AIA Virginia.
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Visions for Architecture Gala 2025
Thursday, November 6, 2025, Design Award winners, Honorees, members, and guests gathered to celebrate the best of 2025. Please enjoy this gallery of photos from the event.
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Save the Date! Virginia Design Forum XVII
Save the Date for the 17th Virginia Design Forum, being held on Friday, May 1-Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.
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Election Results from Annual Meeting
Did you miss the annual meeting on November 5th? Here’s a recap of the work done on your behalf and the members elected for 2026 service.
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Newly Licensed
We all understand the dedication and effort required to study for and pass the ARE. Congratulations to the following members for passing their exams and gaining licensure.
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New EDI Resource
If you are looking for information on job accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act or Rehabilitation Act, or topics related to disability employment, see these listings for various topics covered by the Job Accommodation Network (JAN).
Amber Book
Are you ready to get licensed? Get 60-day access to The Amber Book for $99.
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Featured Job Listings
Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton Architects – Architect/Architectural Associate
Longhouse Architects – Architectural Designer/Intermediate Level Architect
AIAVA Foundation
Consider making an end-of-year gift to the AIA Virginia Foundation to support emerging professionals.
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PAC Opt-out
If you do not want any of your 2026 dues going to the AIA Virginia PAC, you can opt out here. More>>