AIA Chicago Events & Programs

Join the Education Knowledge Community for a webinar exploring how community college housing can go beyond beds to strengthen transfer pathways, connect students to campus resources, and support community revitalization.

This program examines Chicago’s architectural history through the research and reconstruction of significant buildings that have been demolished or substantially altered over time. Participants will explore how architectural documentation, historical research, and visual reconstruction can inform an understanding of historic buildings, neighborhood evolution, preservation, and the cultural significance of the built environment. The program will also consider how lessons from Chicago’s architectural past can inform contemporary approaches to preservation and design.

Every Architect has a story they'll never forget... and probably couldn't make up if they tried. Join us for an evening of laughter, surprises, and lessons learned as fellow Architects share true stories and lessons learned from the front lines of practice.

This one-hour session gives a practitioner focused overview of the new LEED v5 rating system. The presenters will highlight changes from LEED v4/v4.1 and discuss how those changes will impact project teams and owners.

Connect with fellow Architect Registration Examination (ARE) candidates through AIA Chicago's peer-led ARE Study Group.

Join the SFx (Small Firm Exchange) Community for an opportunity to connect with fellow architects and design professionals working in small firms across Chicago.