Saturday 29 March 2025
6 p.m.
BLACK TIE
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation Brock Environmental Center, Virginia Beach
Tickets $150/person
Tours & Other Opportunities
SATURDAY MARCH 29th 2025
12:00 pm TBD
2:30 pm Tour – Atlantic Park
6:00 pm Cocktails & Dinner – Brock Environmental Center
SUNDAY MARCH 30th 2025
8:30 am Tour – The Cavalier Hotel
9:30 am Optional Brunch at Beccas, the Cavalier, pay on your own
AIA Virginia is watching bills placed in this category. Often, we are watching bills because they are of interest and we want to remain informed. When this is the case, it is often another organization taking the lead due to its specific expertise and political relationships. If amendments are introduced that make a bill in this category detrimental to our profession, then it is moved to the SUPPORT or OPPOSE list and we engage. There are some bills that AIA Virginia does not take a position on. An example of this would be bills that define “small business”. Because of the composition of our membership, we would not want to take action that would hurt any of our members.
If you have any questions, please contact Paul Battaglia, AIA at pbattaglia@aiava.org
A BILL to amend and reenact § 58.1-3221.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to classification of land and improvements for tax purposes; localities.
A BILL to repeal § 2.2-4321.2 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Public Procurement Act; project labor agreements.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 58.1-3713 of the Code of Virginia, relating to license taxes; local gas road improvement and Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority tax; sunset.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 3.2-3108 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Tobacco Indemnification and Community Revitalization Fund; Virginia Tobacco Region Revolving Fund; eligible localities; Planning District 4.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 45.2-1802 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 18 of Title 45.2 an article numbered 3, consisting of sections numbered 45.2-1814 and 45.2-1815, relating to Department of Energy; Offshore Wind Industry Workforce Program and Fund.
A BILL to direct the Board of Housing and Community Development to convene a stakeholder advisory group to evaluate changes to the USBC addressing temperature regulation.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 58.1-602, 58.1-603, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective, 58.1-603.1, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective, 58.1-603.2, 58.1-604.01, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective, 58.1-605.1, 58.1-606.1, 58.1-609.5, 58.1-609.11, 58.1-611.1, 58.1-612, 58.1-623, 58.1-638, 58.1-647, and 58.1-648, relating to sales and use tax on services and digital personal property.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-4319 of the Code of Virginia, relating to procurement; cancellation of bids.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 56-46.1 and 56-597 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 23 of Title 56 a section numbered 56-596.5, relating to electric utilities; construction of electrical transmission lines; advanced conductors.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 54.1-2200, 54.1-2200.2, and 54.1-2208.1 through 54.1-2208.4 of the Code of Virginia, relating to professions and occupations; regulation of geologists; licensure; penalty.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-233.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Military Community Infrastructure Grant Program; guidance and criteria for awarding grants; military community.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 10.1-603.19, 10.1-604.1, 10.1-605, 10.1-605.3, 10.1-606.2, 10.1-606.3, 10.1-607, 10.1-608, 10.1-609, 10.1-612.1, and 10.1-613.6 of the Code of Virginia and to repeal § 10.1-613.2 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance; Dam Safety Act; powers and duties of the Department of Conservation and Recreation; rights and requirements of dam owners; civil penalty.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 2.2-4328.3, relating to Virginia Public Procurement Act; environmental protection and product safety standards.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-2007 and 2.2-2037 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 2.2 a chapter numbered 55.6, consisting of sections numbered 2.2-5517 through 2.2-5522, and by adding a section numbered 30-88.1, relating to high-risk artificial intelligence; development, deployment, and use by public bodies; work group; report.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 13 of Chapter 3.1 of Title 62.1 a section numbered 62.1-44.34:34, relating to drinking water; Occoquan Reservoir PFAS Reduction Program established.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 58.1-512 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 10.1 a chapter numbered 21.3, consisting of sections numbered 10.1-2141 and 10.1-2142, and by adding in Chapter 8 of Title 58.1 a section numbered 58.1-818; and to repeal § 2.2-1509.4 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia’s Great Outdoors Act; land preservation distributions and appropriations.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 59.1 a chapter numbered 58, consisting of sections numbered 59.1-607 through 59.1-613, relating to high-risk artificial intelligence; development, deployment, and use; civil penalties.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 2.2-4311.3, relating to Virginia Public Procurement Act; contract terms inconsistent with Virginia law.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 62.1-44.15:24.1, relating to stormwater management regulations; localities outside Chesapeake Bay watershed.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 62.1-44.15:74.1, relating to Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas; acceptance of signed and sealed plan in lieu of local plan review.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-4319 of the Code of Virginia, relating to procurement; local budget.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 10.1-1197.5 of the Code of Virginia, relating to small renewable energy projects; permit by rule.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 17 of Title 45.2 an article numbered 10, consisting of sections numbered 45.2-1735 through 45.2-1744, relating to Virginia Clean Energy Innovation Board established; report.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-2223 of the Code of Virginia, relating to counties, cities, and towns; comprehensive plan; accessory dwelling units.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 56-585.5 of the Code of Virginia, relating to electric utilities; energy storage requirements; Department of Energy and Department of Environmental Quality to develop model ordinances; work group; reports.
A BILL to direct the Board of Housing and Community Development to consider adopting amendments to the Uniform Statewide Building Code relating to natural gas leak detectors.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-1201, 2.2-1211, 2.2-1212, and 51.1-1101 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 12 of Title 2.2 a section numbered 2.2-1214, relating to Department of Human Resource Management; direct experience recruitment policy.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-4310 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Public Procurement Act; discrimination prohibited; military spouse-owned businesses.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding sections numbered 15.2-6020.1 and 15.2-6020.2, relating to the Southwest Regional Recreation Authority; powers.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 18.2-121.3 of the Code of Virginia, relating to trespass with an unmanned aircraft system; contracted defense facility; penalty.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 59.1-578 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Consumer Data Protection Act; controller privacy notice; cookies; consumer consent.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 65.2-400 of the Code of Virginia, relating to workers’ compensation; injuries caused by repetitive and sustained physical stressors.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 65.2-400 of the Code of Virginia, relating to workers’ compensation; injuries caused by repetitive and sustained physical stressors.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding sections numbered 54.1-204.1 and 54.1-2408.01, relating to Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; Department of Health Professions; predetermination for licensing eligibility; prior convictions.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 15.2-2286.2, relating to zoning; by-right multifamily development.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 10.1-603.19, 10.1-604.1, 10.1-605, 10.1-605.3, 10.1-606.2, 10.1-606.3, 10.1-607, 10.1-608, 10.1-609, 10.1-612.1, and 10.1-613.6 of the Code of Virginia and to repeal § 10.1-613.2 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance; Dam Safety Act; powers and duties of the Department of Conservation and Recreation; rights and requirements of dam owners; civil penalty.
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 1 of Chapter 43 of Title 2.2 a section numbered 2.2-4302.3, relating to Virginia Public Procurement Act; additional public works contract requirements.
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 1-600 through 1-603, 1-605, 1-606, 1-608, and 45.2-542 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia coordinate systems; federal updates.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-2037 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Department of Workforce Development and Advancement; powers and duties.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 2.2-2007 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 2.2 a chapter numbered 55.6, consisting of sections numbered 2.2-5517 through 2.2-5522, relating to high-risk artificial intelligence; development, deployment, and use by public bodies; work group; report.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 40.1-28.7:8 of the Code of Virginia, relating to labor and employment; covenants not to compete prohibited; exceptions; civil penalty.
A BILL to amend and reenact § 65.2-307 of the Code of Virginia, relating to workers’ compensation; injury or death caused by employer’s gross negligence or willful misconduct; cause of action.
A BILL to direct the Department of Energy to convene a work group to identify barriers to reducing energy-related costs of living in low-income households in the Commonwealth; report.
Directing the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study the Department of Transportation and its funding allocations and maintenance policies for transportation infrastructure. Report.Counts: HB: 29 HJ: 0 SB: 14 SJ: 1
Launching into 2025
As we step into 2025, I am filled with hope and enthusiasm for the year ahead. Architects and designers, by our very nature, are optimists. Every project we undertake embodies the belief that we can create something better, more meaningful, and more enduring.
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Art of Practice Registration Now Open
The biennial Art of Practice conference will be held on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Tower Club Tysons Corner. Get your ticket(s) now!
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The Political Outlook in Virginia and DC
This week the 2025 Virginia General Assembly began in earnest, having been delayed, as many of you know all too well, by the issues with the water supply in and around Richmond.
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2024 By the Numbers
Take a look at what we accomplished together in 2024.
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It’s Time to Renew Your Membership
Your 2025 dues payments are due today. You can quickly and easily confirm your renewal, renew online or via phone by (800) 242-3837 (select option 2). And remember, you can always take this task off your plate for the future by setting up an annual auto-renewal.
AIA Virginia Prize
The 2025 competition takes place over the January 31 weekend. Faculty at Virginia Tech WAAC are finalizing the brief for the students of UVA, Virginia Tech, WAAC, Hampton, JMU, and William & Mary.
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Emerging Leaders in Architecture
The 2025 class of Emerging Leaders in Architecture launched their year of leadership development sessions last week. Meet these exceptional young leaders.
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ELA Scholarship Awarded
The R. Corey Clayborne, FAIA Scholarship has been awarded to a member of the 2025 class of Emerging Leaders in Architecture.
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Newly Licensed
Congratulations to the following members for passing their exams and gaining licensure.
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Welcome These New Members
We are always excited to welcome new members to Virginia. The following members recently joined AIA Virginia.
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Amber Book
Ready to get licensed? AIA Virginia offers Associate AIA members a discounted 60-day Amber Book subscription.
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Meet the 2025 Board of Directors
Led by President, Meagan Jancy, AIA, these volunteers are ready to accomplish many goals for 2025.
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2025 AIA National Photography Competition
The AIA National Photography Competition is open to AIA Members, Registered Architects, and Architecture Students of Accredited Universities and the top photographs will receive CASH PRIZES. All recognized photographs of the competition will be promoted by our media sponsor Architecture Record Magazine and will also be displayed at the Architecture Record booth at the upcoming AIA25 Conference on Architecture & Design in Washington, D.C. More information and entry details can be found on the AIA St. Louis website using the following link – https://www.aia-stlouis.org/page/PhotoCompetition
Dues Installment Option
The Dues Installment Program from AIA is no longer available. However, as an alternative, AIA is offering an offline solution in the interim for members who wish to pay their 2025 dues in installments. This flexible option allows members to divide their payment into two equal installments of 50%, with no service fee. Members interested in this option can contact the Member Support Center at (800) 242-3837, option 2, or membersupport@aia.org.
PAC opt-out
If you would like to opt-out of contributing to the AIA Virginia PAC with your 2025 dues payment, click here>>
Upcoming Educational Opportunities:
www.aiava.org/events
As we step into 2025, I am filled with hope and enthusiasm for the year ahead. Architects and designers, by our very nature, are optimists. Every project we undertake embodies the belief that we can create something better, more meaningful, and more enduring. This year, that optimism feels particularly resonant as we embrace our role shaping narratives not just through our designs but also through the way we engage with our communities, our profession, and the world around us.
This is an ideal moment to amplify our voices and share the stories behind our work—stories of collaboration, resilience, innovation, and impact.
As I begin my term as President of AIA Virginia, I am deeply grateful for the visionary leadership of those who paved the way. I extend my heartfelt thanks to President Callahan for her incredible leadership, dedication, mentorship, and friendship. Thanks to her efforts and those of past boards, AIA Virginia is financially strong and well-positioned to serve our members through purposeful advocacy, meaningful programming, and expanded opportunities for connection and recognition. Building on this solid foundation, our 2025 Board of Directors has the privilege of focusing on initiatives that advance our profession and strengthen our communities.
Central to our work this year is the celebration and empowerment of the next generation of leaders. I am humbled to be a part of and surrounded by a community of capable, engaged, talented, and collaborative architects who bring fresh perspectives and dedication to our profession. I’m continually amazed by the abundance of talent, weaving narratives of equity, sustainability, and innovation into their projects. Through programs like the Mid-Career Professionals, we look forward to having the opportunity to strengthen and support leaders across Virginia, inspiring them to shape the future of architecture.
Virginia architects have long been leaders in the profession, setting benchmarks for exemplary design and innovative thinking. We have a unique opportunity to lead by example, equipping firms across the Commonwealth with the tools and resources to implement sustainable practices and illuminate the path to a carbon-neutral future. This work is more than a technical achievement; it is a narrative of responsibility and stewardship, one that has the power to inspire change far beyond our state’s borders.
As we embark on this journey together in 2025, I invite you to share your insights, ideas, and aspirations. Your voice is an essential part of our collective story, and together we can craft a narrative that reflects the transformative power of architecture.
It is an honor to serve as your President. Here’s to a you, our members, and a year of furthering the power of architecture, collaboration, and progress.
Meagan W Jancy, AIA, LEED AP bd+c
President
AIA Virginia
This week the 2025 Virginia General Assembly began in earnest, having been delayed, as many of you know all too well, by the issues with the water supply in and around Richmond. The delay impacted the filing and posting of bills, which have been slow to emerge. The Joint Legislative Committee (the JLC) has commenced with its review of those (relatively few) bills. We will issue our first Legislative Update at the end of this week, which is expected to be fairly busy.
There are a few advocacy items to share in the meantime.
First, let’s acknowledge and thank the members of the JLC. AIA Virginia’s interests are represented admirably by Rebecca Aarons-Sydnor, Assoc. AIA, Edward Gillikin, AIA, Lauren Sughrue, Assoc. AIA, Stephen Weisensale, AIA, and myself. We are joined by members of ACEC-VA, our common ally Joseph Cooch of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC, and of course, our beloved lobbyist Patrick Cushing, Hon. AIA Virginia of Fall Line Strategies. Each year we review several hundred bills to determine if we need to take a position, and if we do, what that position should be. We may reach out if we need additional counsel or subject matter expertise. And you should please proactively offer assistance when you feel you can.
Second, I can offer the observation that the political landscape in Virginia is fairly settled. Save a few special elections, the composition and the hierarchy of the General Assembly has not changed in the last year. The players are familiar and, with special thanks to our PAC, we have invested some quality time between sessions cultivating our relationships with legislators, the administration, and other stakeholders.
Third, we are running bills this year which directs DPOR to develop a program that will allow an applicant for architectural licensure to meet the educational requirement through professional experience under the direct supervision of a licensed architect. Importantly, the existing conventional pathway to initial architectural registration (which allows an applicant to meet the educational requirement through a NAAB-accredited architectural degree), and the process for those seeking comity/reciprocity will remain unchanged. And all candidates will still be required to complete the AXP and pass the ARE, ensuring that only qualified applicants are licensed and that the paramount interests in health, safety, and welfare remain protected. But providing the additional lane to meet the education requirement will provide several benefits:
The bill further provides for a retroactive enactment period during which candidates (particularly those who might have benefitted from such a program, had it existed) can submit the experiences they accrued in past years for consideration.
All of this is ordered towards not only increasing the number of qualified architects but also increasing the diversity of those architects, by affording an additional pathway to those who may be denied, discouraged, or otherwise inhibited by the difficulties they encounter along the course currently required.
It should be noted that no less than 17 of the 55 U.S. jurisdictions allow multiple pathways to become an architect, typically by substituting additional experience in lieu of a professional degree. As some of you may remember, Virginia allowed that for decades until decades ago – and may yet again when our efforts are successful.
On the federal level, we are beginning to prepare for AIA Leadership Summit and our annual Hill Day (Wed 26 Feb 2025). While we await topics and talking points from AIA (National), I will remind that we are always anxious to incorporate items that emerge from our members – the architects and firms right here in Virginia. (To wit, repealing the required amortization of tax credits.)
In the interest of ensuring that we are aware and attentive to the issues that concern you – at either the state or the federal level – I ask that you please contact me to express those interests.
And while we’re reviewing standing invitations, please know that you are very welcome to meet me for a day at the Virginia General Assembly. I am there representing our interests most days; usually until sometime after crossover (which is expected Tues 4 Feb 2025). It would be my honor to show you around. We could take in some (sub)committee meetings, perhaps offer testimony or voice opposition or support, perch in the galleries to survey the majesty of it all, and confer with legislators and/or other stakeholders/lobbyists. Just drop me a line, and we can get that coordinated.
Paul Battaglia, AIA
pbattaglia@aiava.org
We 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. This is great news that thrills all of us and we are so proud to call you an architect!
Hermeet K. Kathuria, AIA (Northern Virginia)
Danielle R. Granger, AIA (Central Virginia)
Juan A. Espinoza Onofre, AIA (Northern Virginia)
Nicholas Campbell, AIA (Richmond)
Veronica Guzman, AIA (Northern Virginia)
Have you recently passed the ARE? Upgrade your membership to Architect using this AIA form. or send an email to your Member Services Director, Cathy Guske, cguske@aiava.org
Are you ready to get licensed? AIA Virginia has discounted 60-day Amber Book subscriptions. Read more about it here>>
Support our Associate members on their path to licensure with your support of this discounted subscription. Donate to the AIA Virginia Foundation
Have questions about licensure? Contact AIA Virginia’s State Licensing Advisor, Gina Robinson, AIA, at gina.robinson@hdrinc.com
We are always excited to welcome new members to Virginia. The following members recently joined the ranks of AIA Virginia.
New Architect Members
Judy Cole, AIA (Northern Virginia)
Gabriela Mesa, AIA (Richmond)
Kevin M Neese, AIA (Central Virginia)
New Associate Members
Talia R. Moore, Assoc. AIA (Richmond)
Thae Thae Su San, Assoc. AIA (Central Virginia)
Genalize Satterwhite, Assoc. AIA (Richmond)
Allison Ta, Assoc. AIA (Northern Virginia)
Transfers into AIA Virginia
William T. Ardolino, AIA (Richmond) from AIA Vermont
Christopher Bovee de Soto, Assoc. AIA (Richmond) from AIA New York
Nelson Edwin Cates, AIA (Richmond) from AIA Washington DC
Tamara L. Hopkins, AIA (Coastal Virginia) from AIA Maryland
Arushi Mathur, Assoc. AIA (Northern Virginia) from AIA Washington
Shelly O. Schmidt, AIA (Northern Virginia) from AIA New Mexico
Abigail Tanner, AIA (Central Virginia) from AIA South Carolina
Kalkidan Zerfu, Assoc. AIA (Northern Virginia) from AIA Connecticut
New/Renewed Allied Members
Brian Stanley, Principal, Dunbar
Jessica Witherow, Sales, Ames & Gough
View all of the AIA Virginia Allied members
Thanks to our volunteer leaders and collaborators, here’s what we accomplished in 2024.
2,582 members of AIA Virginia (2.3% increase over 2023)
98 new architecture graduates joined for free
26 associates became licensed architects
204 attendees at the Virginia Design Forum XVI (30 year anniversary!)
391 attendees at our annual convention (Architecture Exchange East)
86 professional development courses offered to our members
3,707 AIA LUs credited to our members
6 firm-size and career-stage roundtables met twice
5 member townhalls – one in each local chapter area of the Commonwealth
15+ visits with legislators on Capitol Hill
8 members appointed by the governor to serve on boards and committees
Met with ALL of the Virginia delegates and senators at caucuses
6 individuals or firms honored with AIA Virginia Honors
19 firms honored with Awards for Excellence in Architecture (Design Awards)
5 programs of architecture included in the AIA Virginia Student Prize competition (now open to non NAAB-accredited programs)
4 members elevated to Fellowship
25 Associate members supported on the path to licensure with discounted Amber Book subscriptions
15 members and students participated in the 15th annual Emerging Leaders in Architecture leadership development program
1 foundation launched (AIA Virginia Foundation) to serve our members and industry
Want to get involved in the work of AIA Virginia? email us at info@aiava.org
Here is your 2025 Board of Directors for AIA Virginia
President
Meagan Jancy, AIA
First Vice President/ President-Elect
Bill Hopkins, AIA
Secretary
Karen Conkey, AIA
Treasurer
Amber Hall, AIA
Immediate Past President
Kelly Callahan, AIA
Executive Vice President
Paul Battaglia, AIA
Directors
Nicholas Wade, AIA
Shawn Mulligan, AIA
Jonathan Hiser, AIA
Sonia Jarboe, AIA
TJ Meehan, AIA
Derek McCalla, AIA
Phoebe A. Crisman, AIA Ex-officio University of Virginia
Robert Dunay, FAIA Ex-Officio Virginia Tech
Daya Irene Taylor, Ph.D., AIA, NOMA Ex-Officio Hampton University
Associate Director
Ashleigh Walker, Associate AIA
At-Large Director
Kendall A. Nicholson, Ed. D., Assoc. AIA
50 Things in 2024
AIA Virginia President Kelly Callahan shares her final thoughts on 2024 and an impressive list of accomplishments.
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Procrastinator’s Series
Earn up to 8 more AIA LUs (7 HSW) before December 31st when you attend these lunchtime webinars in December.
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It’s Time to Renew Your Membership
AIA National has sent out the 2025 dues invoices. You can quickly and easily renew online or by phone (800) 242-3837 (option 2). Remember, you can simplify this process by setting up an annual auto-renewal.
Historic Resources Committee Trivia Mixer
Win prizes and have a great time when you join AIA Virginia’s Historic Resources Committee for our 3rd annual Virtual Trivia Mixer.
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Newly Licensed
Congratulations to the following members for passing their exams and gaining licensure.
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Art of Practice Conference
Save the date to come together with your colleagues to discuss the business of architecture at the Art of Practice conference which will take place on Friday, March 14, 2025, in Northern Virginia.
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The Interactive Wall at ArchEx: Architecture and Adaptation
This year’s ArchEx, themed Adapt, featured an interactive wall that asked a profound question: “How will architecture adapt to future societal needs?”
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ArchEx 2024
View a gallery of images from Architecture Exchange East last month.
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Small Firm Exchange Update
As Virginia’s representative on the AIA Small Firm Exchange (SFx), I’m excited to share recent updates and resources tailored to small firm architects.
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Visions for Architecture
We gathered on the evening of November 7th to celebrate award-winning designs and exceptional peers and firms. View a gallery of images from the Visions for Architecture Gala.
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AIA Virginia Foundation
As you consider your end-of-year giving, we invite you to invest in the future through the new AIA Virginia Foundation.
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The COTE Corner
The Energy Modeling Deciphered for Architects 3-Part Virtual Workshop was a great event. To watch/rewatch the recordings of these sessions, please visit our AIA Virginia YouTube Channel.
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ELA Project Presentation
View the final project presentation and resources about affordable housing from the 2024 Emerging Leaders in Architecture class.
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Welcome These New Members
We are always excited to welcome new members to Virginia. The following members recently joined AIA Virginia.
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Did you attend ArchEx 2024?
Please take a moment to complete our ArchEx feedback survey.
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Voting at the Annual Meeting
During AIA Virginia’s Annual Meeting of the Membership on Nov. 6, 2024, the following officers were unanimously elected to serve on the 2025 Board.
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Amber Book
Ready to get licensed? AIA Virginia offers Associate AIA members a discounted 60-day Amber Book subscription.
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2024 PAC Award
Congratulations to AIA Central Virginia who won $1,000 for their chapter’s Architecture Week activities.
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Dues Installment Option
The Dues Installment Program from AIA was discontinued this fall and is no longer available. However, as an alternative, AIA is offering an offline solution in the interim for members who wish to pay their 2025 dues in installments. This flexible option allows members to divide their payment into two equal installments of 50%, with no service fee. Members interested in this option can contact the Member Support Center at (800) 242-3837, option 2, or membersupport@aia.org. For more details, please refer to the Flexible Installment FAQs.
PAC Opt Out
If you would like to opt out of contributing to the AIA Virginia PAC with your 2025 dues payment, click here>
Upcoming Educational Opportunities: www.aiava.org/events
