AIA Detroit

AIA Detroit AIA Detroit is the most prominent voice for the profession of architecture in the Detroit metropolitan area.

AIA Detroit seeks to improve the practice of architecture and the quality of the built environment.

Your story can shape your leadership.Join AIA Detroit's Women in Architecture Committee for “Empowering Women in Design ...
09/03/2026

Your story can shape your leadership.

Join AIA Detroit's Women in Architecture Committee for “Empowering Women in Design Through Storytelling,” an evening of conversation, connection, and interactive exercises designed to help you turn your career experiences into powerful leadership tools. As part of Design Core Detroit’s Detroit Month of Design, this is an opportunity to connect with the design community, reflect on your journey, and build your next chapter.

September 22 | 5:30–8:30 PM
HOK + ROSSETTI, Detroit
Continuing education provided by AIA Detroit

Space is limited. Don’t miss it!
RSVP: https://aiad2026WIAstorytelling.eventbrite.com

CKLDP's Session # 3, "Business Development & Entrepreneurship," explored the business side of architectural practice, f...
09/02/2026

CKLDP's Session # 3, "Business Development & Entrepreneurship," explored the business side of architectural practice, focusing on relationship-building, strategic marketing, client engagement, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Led by scholars Angel Mangham of Studio Detroit and Chang Zong of SmithGroup, participants developed ideas, practiced communicating their value, and received feedback from industry professionals. The session provided emerging leaders with practical tools to identify opportunities, build meaningful connections, and strengthen the skills needed for leadership, innovation, and long-term professional growth.

A special "Thank You!" to this session's speakers and presenters:

Dan K. of SmithGroup
Tiffany Brown, Assoc. AIA of NOMA & 400 Forward
Amy Baker, AIA of Amy Baker Architect
Saundra Little, FAIA of Quinn Evans
Kirk Welsh of Architect of Alignment
Shane M. Burley, AIA of Studio Detroit
Michael Paul Krug of SmithGroup
& Jon Moses of Pophouse

A big “Thank You!” to our Session 3 Sponsors: Studio Detroit, Tarkett, Patcraft, Genesee Tile, Detroit Stone & Tile, Hörmann North America, Rytec, a Nucor company, The Belden Brick Company, and UDM SACD.

This program would not be possible without the support of our generous Program Sponsors, HOK + ROSSETTI, SmithGroup, Ghafari Associates, and McGrory Glass Systems.

🏗️ Get Up to Speed on the 2021 IEBCWorking with existing buildings? Understanding the 2021 International Existing Buildi...
09/02/2026

🏗️ Get Up to Speed on the 2021 IEBC

Working with existing buildings? Understanding the 2021 International Existing Building Code is essential—and this full-day course is designed to make it practical. Join SEMBOIA in partnership with AIA Detroit’s Building Codes & Regulations Committee for 2021 IEBC Essentials!

📅 September 16 | 8 AM–4 PM
📍 Club Venetian Banquet Center
🎓 6 HSW Continuing Education Credits
$125 AIA Members | $175 Non-AIA Members

If existing buildings are part of your practice, this is one you won’t want to miss.
🎟️ Register now: https://bcrc_091626.eventbrite.com

08/28/2026

🎉 Tickets are ON SALE for the 2026 AIA Detroit Celebration of Architecture!

One night. The Majestic Theatre. Michigan’s biggest annual gathering of AEC professionals. And a celebration of the people, projects, and ideas shaping what’s next.

📅 Thursday, September 10
⏰ 5:30–10 PM
📍 The Majestic Theatre, Detroit

Don’t miss the biggest night in Detroit architecture. Get your tickets now and join us! 🥂

🎟️ Tickets: https://aiad2026celebration.eventbrite.com

Video by Three Lyons Creative 🙏

Scenes from yesterday’s Annual COTE Garden Party. ☺️🌱🍻 We had a blast, and we hope you did too.Thank you to Batch Brewin...
08/28/2026

Scenes from yesterday’s Annual COTE Garden Party. ☺️🌱🍻 We had a blast, and we hope you did too.

Thank you to Batch Brewing Company for having us, and to Albert Kahn Associates + Walbridge for your support!

Check out all of the photos here: https://aiadetroit.pixieset.com/2026cotegardenparty/

Have you RSVP'd to the AIA Detroit 2026 Garden Party?!The first drink is on us! Come hang out with AIA Detroit, Detroit ...
08/25/2026

Have you RSVP'd to the AIA Detroit 2026 Garden Party?!

The first drink is on us! Come hang out with AIA Detroit, Detroit 2030 District, and USGBC Michigan at Batch Brewing Company THIS Thursday. 😊

A special "Thank you!" to this event's sponsors, Albert Kahn Associates, Inc. and Walbridge. RSVP here: https://aiad2026gardenparty.eventbrite.com

Congratulations to Saundra Little, FAIA, this year's AIA Detroit 2026 Gold Medal Award Recipient!Saundra is a force in t...
08/24/2026

Congratulations to Saundra Little, FAIA, this year's AIA Detroit 2026 Gold Medal Award Recipient!

Saundra is a force in the industry and Principal + Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Quinn Evans. Through cultural, institutional, educational, and commercial projects, Saundra has championed revitalization and adaptive reuse while respecting the unique architectural heritage of local communities. Her work has helped renew, uplift, and sustain vulnerable neighborhoods across Detroit.

Her impact extends far beyond her built work. As a founding member of National Organization of Minority Architects Detroit Chapter - NOMAD and co-founder of Noir Design Parti, Saundra has dedicated herself to mentorship, fellowship, and creating greater visibility and opportunity for Black architects and young people entering the profession.

We are honored to celebrate Saundra Little and her extraordinary contributions to architecture, Detroit, and the next generation of design leaders. Learn more about her inspiring career here: https://aiadetroit.com/recognition-awards/

Join us in celebrating Saundra at this year's Celebration of Architecture on Thursday, September 10th at the Majestic Theatre. RSVP: https://aiad2026celebration.eventbrite.com

AIA Detroit is proud to announce Noah Resnick, AIA, as the recipient of this year’s Charles Blessing Award!Noah currentl...
08/19/2026

AIA Detroit is proud to announce Noah Resnick, AIA, as the recipient of this year’s Charles Blessing Award!

Noah currently teaches and practices in the city of Detroit and operates under the interrelated concepts of the architectonics of multiple scales; the architect as urban collaborator; and the architect as community builder. He is also a recent recipient of the AIA Michigan President’s Award, recognizing “outstanding contributions to the advancement of the built environment”.

Learn more about Noah here: https://aiadetroit.com/recognition-awards/

Join us in celebrating Noah and all of this year’s award recipients at the 2026 Celebration of Architecture!
RSVP: https://aiad2026celebration.eventbrite.com
📅 September 10, 2026 | 5:30 PM
📍 The Majestic Theatre

The AIA Detroit COTE Garden Party is back—and you’re invited! Join us at Batch Brewing Company for a summer night of dri...
08/18/2026

The AIA Detroit COTE Garden Party is back—and you’re invited! Join us at Batch Brewing Company for a summer night of drinks, networking, and good conversation with AIA Detroit COTE, USGBC Michigan, and the Detroit 2030 District.

AIA Detroit is covering the first round for the first 100 attendees!
RSVP here: https://aiad2026gardenparty.eventbrite.com

08/18/2026

Applications for MAF’s Fellows Fund for Equity Grant close in one month!

The Fellows Fund for Equity (F2E) is a grant for recently licensed Black, Hispanic, Native American (and other individuals from underrepresented groups) architects who are actively practicing architecture.

The grant is intended to help reduce remaining student debt and/or as reimbursement for expenses associated with licensing exams, while awarding performance, creativity and perseverance.

The grant for 2026 will be $5,000, plus one year of mentorship.

Applications are due by September 15!

More information and application details: https://michiganarchitecturalfoundation.org/grants/fellows-fund-for-equity-f2e-grant/

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