Custom Residential Architects Network CRAN 2023 Symposium
Join AIA Chicago's Custom Residential Architects Network (CRAN) for the 2023 CRAN Symposium. This year’s expanded, multi-day program promises informative sessions focused on impactful topics relevant to custom residential architects and small firm practitioners at all stages of their career. Gather at theMART for a day of learning, networking, and connecting with industry vendors. Then, celebrate with a cocktail reception in the evening after the symposium.

Showcase of the Wood House
Join Goldberg General Contracting and AIA Chicago in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood to tour this custom single family home designed by the late architect Brad Lynch of the firm Brininstool + Lynch (ParkFowler Plus). Situated on three lots, the home features 8,000 sq. ft. of living space and has a private inner courtyard.
This free event is ticketed separately from the Symposoium + Reception and includes refreshments.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Wood House 1736 North Wood Street Chicago
Cost Free - SOLD OUT
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CRAN Symposium + Reception
This full-day of programming includes informative sessions focused on impactful topics relevant to custom residential architects and small firm practitioners at all stages of their career. Gather at theMART for a day of learning, networking, and connecting with industry vendors. Then celebrate with a cocktail reception in the evening after the symposium.
Ticket includes admission to the Symposium and Reception.
Thursday, May 25, 2023 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
theMART, Meet on 6 (6th Floor) 222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago
Cost $100 for AIA members, $125 for non-AIA members
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CRAN Reception
Top off the CRAN Symposium with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at theMART's DesignHQ. Join the Custom Residential Architects Network and friends to celebrate the residential design community.
Ticket includes admission to Reception only. Attendance at the Symposium is not required for this ticket.
Thursday, May 25, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Design HQ at theMART, (14th Floor) 222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago
Cost $50
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Special thanks to our Volunteer Planning Taskforce
Nate Lielasus, AIA, Chair
Stuart Cohen, FAIA, Content Committee
Seth Romig, AIA, Content Committee
Julie Hacker, FAIA, Development Liaison
Tim Hawkins, AIA, Reception Committee
Bob Zuber, AIA, Reception Committee
Ron Mescall, Affil. AIA Chicago, Sponsor and Vendor Engagement
Questions about the event?
Program Questions
Contact Ashley Spell, Director of Education and Awards
Registration Questions
Contact Madison Young, Programs Coordinator
Sponsorship Questions
Contact Kirstin Osgood, Director of Development
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