Tickets are now on sale for Design Forum: South is Up! Taking place in Northern Virginia on June 3–4, 2022, the Design Forum continues the trend of showcasing thought-provoking and inspiring work. The programfeatures an incredible line-up of visionary Latin American designers that question, explore, and redefine spaces that respect and celebrate their urban and natural ecosystems and their rich cultural contexts.
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Join AIA Virginia’s Meeting of the Roundtables on April 21, 2022, to confront common challenges, share best practices, and build relationships with professionals across the Commonwealth. This program is free and open to all.
In addition to reconvening the Emerging Professional, Small, Mid-sized, and Large Firm Roundtables, this session sees the launch of two new peer communities:
Academic Roundtable Come together to discuss the unique challenges faced by designers working in academia. Chaired by WAAC’s Susan Piedmont-Palladino, join your fellow educators to reflect upon the discipline and of the education of future architects.
Mid-career Professionals Roundtable Join a conversation facilitated by VMDO’s Shawn Mulligan about navigating the competing demands of increased professional and personal responsibilities. With a focus on peer-to-peer sharing, explore solutions to the distinct issues frequently faced by professionals with more than 10 years of experience.
In response to requests for more opportunities for cross-network connection and information sharing, we’ve expanded the ways you can engage.
Schedule
9 a.m. ROUND 1: Firm and Academic Roundtable Discussions
10 a.m. Key Takeaways
10:30 a.m. SPEED NETWORKING
11 a.m. ROUND 2: Career Stage Roundtables
12:15 p.m. Key Takeaways
12:30 p.m. Conclusion
Join one or both rounds of discussions with a speed networking session in between.
Register online today to expand your network and accelerate your career.
AIA Virginia is pleased to announce the students recognized as honorees in 2022 AIA Virginia Prize competition. The competition — which took place over the weekend of Jan. 21–24 — challenged students to craft an architectural proposition in the form of a passenger rail station to serve Virginia’s New River Valley. Each school’s faculty reviewed the submissions and sent up to 10 finalists for final consideration by the jury.
AIA Virginia Prize The top award and $2,000 prize goes to Virginia Tech student Rachel Julius for “Trails to Rails.”
“Trails to Rails” by Rachel Julius, Virginia Tech
The jury noted the thoughtful approach to the site and the clear effort to keep many of the trees on the site intact. The parking and building placement were very practical, and the solution related well to the adjacent site. The inclusion of tiered seating in the rain garden was a nice addition and helped create a space that “feels like a venue.” The building’s forms are easy to read with a clear relationship to the Huckleberry Trail.
The jury particularly appreciated that this solution also took sustainability into account through a mass timber structure, green roofs, and rain gardens.
Hampton University Best of School Best of School Award for Hampton University and $300 goes to Trey Baker for “New River Valley Rail Station.”
“New River Valley Rail Station” by Trey Baker, Hampton University
The entry appealed to the jury because of the way that it incorporated the Huckleberry Trail. The ribbon-like solution was elegant, and the platform rendering did a great job conveying the experience under the canopy and pushing focus out into the site and its natural elements.
University of Virginia Best of School The Best of School Award for University of Virginia and $300 goes to Fatin Hameed for “A New Path.”
“A New Path” by Fatin Hameed, University of Virginia
The jury felt that the physical expression of the building hewed most closely to the Louis Kahn quote in the design brief about wonder. The expression of the train vibrations in the organic form of the building was evocative and powerful.
Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center Best of School The Best of School Award for Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center and $300 goes to Prathamesh Rewandkar for “A Different Perspective.”
“A Different Perspective” by Prathamesh Rewandkar, Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center
The jury appreciated level of detail in the rendering as well as the use of wood and natural materials, calling this entry “very intimate” and “of the landscape.” They particularly noted the point of arrival and the way the building reveals itself beyond the water feature.
The following were recognized with an Honorable Mention
Christian Galindo, from Hampton University, for “Huckleberry Station.”
“Huckleberry Station” by Christian Galindo, Hampton University
The client representative on the jury particularly appreciated this solution. The organization of the plan was efficient, and the programmatic elements were laid out in a very realistic way.
Carson Sutphin, from Virginia Tech, for “Hearth.”
“Hearth” by Carson Sutphin, Virginia Tech
The rendering was very strong and conveyed a mature solution. The jury appreciated the attention paid to the details on the platform and the abstraction of the bracket elements that are traditional to train stations.
John Tan, from Virginia Tech, for their untitled entry.
“untitled” by John Tan, Virginia Tech
This submission was one of the most thorough entries in the competition. The organization of the board was clear, the drawings were linear and legible, and the composition made it easy for the jury to understand the design concept.
About the AIA Virginia Prize
Conducted simultaneously at Hampton University, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and the Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center, the competition is a design charrette that engages students at all of the accredited schools of architecture in Virginia. Students are given the competition program on a Friday afternoon at 5 p.m. They work over the weekend to create a design solution and submit it by 9 a.m. the following Monday.
Launched in 1980, the competition is intended to promote collaboration between the profession, students, and professors in Virginia.
Development of the competition brief rotates between the four schools annually — the 2022 Prize challenge was developed by Virginia Tech.
Carolyn Rickard-Brideau, AIA | Jury Chair Carolyn Rickard-Brideau is Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, an international architecture and design firm.
Christopher Charles, AIA Christopher Charles is an Associate Principal with Hanbury’s Norfolk office.
Wilson Rayfield, AIA Wilson Rayfield is Executive Vice President, Aviation with Gresham Smith.
Ken Thacker, AIA Ken Thacker is a principal with VMDO’s Charlottesville office.
Kevin Byrd, AICP Kevin Byrd is Executive Director at New River Valley Regional Commission.
Ryan Ives, RLA Ryan Ives is an Associate and landscape architect Senior Designer in Little’s Durham office.
Innovation and rapid change are transforming industries around the world. The pace of change can be so fast that it’s important to see beyond the horizon to know what’s coming. The affordable housing industry is no exception.
AIA Virginia is pleased to partner with HousingForward Virginia on the next HousingX “un-conference,” featuring dynamic keynotes, exhibits of innovative housing technologies, and more. Join your colleagues in May 24-25, 2022, in Newport News.
Zachary Mannheimer, Founder/CEO, Alquist3D and Atlas Community Studios
Anna Mackay, Founder/Principal, Sister City
Theo Henderson, Activist/Podcaster, We the Unhoused
Abhijeet Mohapatra, Co-founder/CTO, Symbium
Three workshops hosted by Anna Mackay, Zachary Mannheimer, and Carlos Valdes-Dapena of Corporate Collaboration Resources will be available to attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.
And the Experience Lab is an interactive and educational exhibit hall showcasing the future of housing, featuring curated demonstrations of new technologies and ideas. Exhibitors currently include:
TestFit
Blueprint Robotics
Work Progress Architects
Pallet Shelter
Hampton University’s Department of Architecture
Several HousingX sessions are being submitted for accreditation by AIA Virginia and APA Virginia.
AIA Virginia is pleased to announce the jury for the 2022 AIA Virginia Prize. The competition — which took place over the weekend of Jan. 21–24 —challenged students to craft an architectural proposition in the form of a passenger rail station to serve Virginia’s New River Valley.
The AIA Virginia Prize is a design charrette that engages students at the accredited schools of architecture in Virginia. Conducted simultaneously at each institution, students are given the competition program Friday at 5 p.m. They work over the weekend to create a board presenting their design solution by 9 a.m. the following Monday. The competition is intended to promote collaboration between the profession, students, and professors in Virginia.
Each school’s faculty reviewed the submissions and sent up to 10 finalists for final consideration by the jury which will be chaired by Carolyn Rickard-Brideau, AIA.
About the Jury
Carolyn Rickard-Brideau, AIA ~ Jury Chair Carolyn Rickard-Brideau is Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, an international architecture and design firm.
Christopher Charles, AIA Christopher Charles is an Associate Principal with Hanbury’s Norfolk office.
Wilson Rayfield, AIA Wilson Rayfield is Executive Vice President, Aviation with Gresham Smith.
Ken Thacker, AIA Ken Thacker is a principal with VMDO’s Charlottesville office.
Kevin Byrd, AICP Kevin Byrd is Executive Director at New River Valley Regional Commission.
Ryan Ives, RLA Ryan Ives is an Associate and landscape architect Senior Designer in Little’s Durham office.
The 14th Emerging Leaders in Architecture (ELA) class started the year virtually last Friday with our first session and look forward to getting together in person in February in our project area of Roanoke, Virginia.
Shahadah Allah, AIAS, from Hampton University Christopher Brown, AIA, from Moseley Architects Preethi Chithranjan, Associate AIA, from AECOM Cody Dodd, Associate AIA, from Hanbury Steven Foster, AIA, from DBI Architects Cedric Gilliam, Associate AIA, from Jacobs Engineering Group Brian Gore, Associate AIA, from Quinn Evans Darian Henry, Associate AIA, from HBA Architecture Helen Jadlowski, AIA, from SFCS Christina Jeyaseelan, AIAS, from the Washington-Alexandria Architecture School (WAAC) Isabella Nassar, Associate AIA, from KGD Architecture Bronwyn Redd, Associate AIA, from Jacobs Engineering Group Cody Solberg, AIA, from VMDO Architects Katrina Van Orden, Associate AIA, from Hanbury Sarah Weiner, from Virginia Tech Alec Woletz, AIA, from Alloy Workshop Architecture and Construction
The 2022 leadership team is: Breanna LaTondre Helms, Associate AIA, ELA class of 2019, Chair Noah Bolton, AIA, ELA class of 2018, Vice-Chair Nick Cooper, AIA, Past Chair Chris Warren, AIA, ELA class of 2016, Emeritus Advisor
For more information about the ELA program or to help financially support this program, please contact Cathy Guske at AIA Virginia.
Taking place in Northern Virginia on June 3–4, 2022, the Design Forum will continue the trend of showcasing thought-provoking and inspiring work. Design Forum: South is Up! features an incredible line-up of visionary Latin American designers that question, explore, and redefine spaces that respect and celebrate their urban and natural ecosystems and their rich cultural contexts.
The program will take place at the award-winning Ballston Center at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. Save the dates of June 3–4. Registration is expected to open this spring.
Reconnect with your industry peers and forge new relationships at the most influential industry event in Virginia — the AEC Spring Conference! Registration is now open for this program that brings decision-makers together, face-to-face, for the first time since 2019. Join your peers March 17-18, 2022, at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront to collaborate, explore trending topics, and share solutions to common challenges.
The AEC Spring Conference is a collaboration between AIA Virginia, ACEC Virginia, and AGC Virginia. Attendees can earn 13 AIA LU | Elective.
Take a look at the agenda.
Day 1
Breakfast (8–9 a.m.)
Roundtable Discussions (9 a.m.–noon)Share solutions to common challenges in risk management, leadership, business development, or grassroots advocacy during active discussions moderated by subject-matter exerts.
Lunch & Keynote Address: Virginia Politics (noon–1:30 p.m.)Learn what the latest legislation means for the industry from highly-respected political analyst Dr. Bob Holsworth.
Panel Discussions (1:30–4 p.m.) Collaborate and explore trending topics in higher education or economic development.
Welcome Reception (5–7 p.m.) Build your network and return to your firm with new relationships and a fresh perspective.
Day 2
Breakfast (7:30–8:30 a.m.)
Roundtable Discussions (8:30–11:30 a.m.)Continue the conversations about risk management, leadership, business development, or grassroots advocacy. Dig deeper into the topics you explored on day one or sit in on new discussions and expand the network of colleagues you can tap when facing a new challenge.
Lunch & Keynote Address: Economic Update (11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.)Hear actionable economic updatesfrom Dr. Elliot Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist.
Panel Discussions (1–3:30 p.m.)Discuss the latest developments and best practices in coastal resiliency or learn what’s in the infrastructure plan pipeline in various localities around Virginia.
If you’re ready to meet in person, join your colleagues this March. Attendance is very limited so secure your tickets today.
The 2022 AIA Virginia Prize competition kicks off the spring semester by offering students the opportunity to win a $2,000 prize.
Any student enrolled in one of the accredited schools of architecture in Virginia is eligible to compete in the competition which will take place over the weekend of Jan. 21-24, 2022.
Universities send up to 10 finalists to be reviewed by a jury of respected Virginia practitioners. The winners will be announced later this spring. In addition to the $2,000 prize, three $300 “Best of School” awards will be given.
About the AIA Virginia Prize
Conducted simultaneously at Hampton University, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and the Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center, the competition is a design charrette that engages students at all of the accredited schools of architecture in Virginia. Students are given the competition program on a Friday afternoon at 5 p.m. They work over the weekend to create a design solution and submit it by 9 a.m. the following Monday.
Launched in 1980, the competition is intended to promote collaboration between the profession, students, and professors in Virginia.
Development of the competition brief rotates between the four schools annually — the 2022 Prize challenge is being developed by Virginia Tech. Learn about last year’s competition.
The Architects Foundation’s Large Firm Roundtable (LFRT) ARE Scholarship helps fulfill the LFRT’s goal to double the number of licensed Black architects by 2030. The scholarship defrays the costs associated with the Architect Registration Examination (ARE), provides a one-year subscription to ArchiPrep and covers one year of Associate AIA or NOMA member dues.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
identify as Black or African American,
be a current Associate AIA member or NOMA member,
hold an active National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) record,
and be eligible to sit for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).
Timeline
Deadline: Friday, Jan. 14, 2022 Review period: January–April 2022 Scholarship recipient selection meeting: April 2022 Scholarship recipients notified: Immediately following the meeting
