The 2025 Award for Distinguished Achievement has been awarded to Harry M. Falconer, Jr., FAIA, recognizing his long-standing contributions to architectural education, licensure reform, and mentorship. As Senior Architect and Vice President for Policy + International Relations at NCARB, Falconer has spent 18 years leading transformative initiatives that removed barriers in the licensure process while maintaining rigor.
Falconer introduced key changes to the AXP eligibility date, updates to direct supervision rules, and elimination of the employment duration requirement. He transformed NCARB’s outreach culture to value listening and collaboration, established the Intern Think Tank, and restructured the Architect Licensing Advisors network. A passionate advocate for future architects, he has spoken at over 160 events across AIA chapters and academic institutions.
Falconer will receive the award during the Visions for Architecture event on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Richmond Downtown Marriott. Tickets will be available from September 2, 2025, at www.aiava.org.