American Institute of Architects - Las Vegas Chapter

American Institute of Architects - Las Vegas Chapter Established in 1956 and with over 500 Architects, Associates, Emeritus and Allied members, the Las V

Join us for this year’s Placemaking Summit, a thought-provoking conversation exploring how Las Vegas can honor its histo...
06/18/2026

Join us for this year’s Placemaking Summit, a thought-provoking conversation exploring how Las Vegas can honor its history while planning for future growth.

This year’s Placemaking Summit will feature industry leaders, community advocates, and design professionals sharing their perspectives on the places, stories, and developments that continue to shape Las Vegas.

Featured Speakers:
• Brett Robillard, AIA, Principal at Gensler Las Vegas
Gensler: Historic Commercial Center Vision Plan
• Dēdra Edmond-Drew, CEO of Jackson Street Alliance & Melvin Green, AIA, Principal at KME Architects LLC
A Conversation About The Historic Westside
• Robert Finnegan, PE, President of FEA Consulting Engineers
Engineering Las Vegas: A Brief History in Time
• Closing Discussion led by Erik Swendseid, AIA, Vice President at EV&A Architects

We look forward to welcoming these distinguished speakers and hearing their insights on preservation, redevelopment, and the future of our community.

Thank you to advocate sponsor Walter P Moore and to ally sponsor Gensler Las Vegas.

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We’re proud to recognize FEA Consulting Engineers as an AIA Las Vegas Platinum Sponsor.Support from partners like FEA he...
06/16/2026

We’re proud to recognize FEA Consulting Engineers as an AIA Las Vegas Platinum Sponsor.

Support from partners like FEA helps us continue creating opportunities for education and growth within the architecture and design community.

Thank you FEA Consulting Engineers for your continued support!

Looking to meet more people in the architecture and design community? Or maybe you’ve been curious about getting involve...
06/15/2026

Looking to meet more people in the architecture and design community? Or maybe you’ve been curious about getting involved with AIA Las Vegas but didn’t know where to start?

Come hang out with us at AIA NEXT’s Mixer Monday, a casual evening for emerging professionals, young architects, and anyone looking to expand their network and connect with people in the industry.

Bring a friend, grab a drink, and join us!

Thank you to our event sponsor, ACS Group, and committee sponsor TSK Architects | A MOREgroup Brand.

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We’re proud to recognize Visionary Sponsor IMEG Corp for their continued support of the local design community and us.Pa...
06/12/2026

We’re proud to recognize Visionary Sponsor IMEG Corp for their continued support of the local design community and us.

Partnerships like these help support the programs and opportunities that strengthen our architectural community and the future of the profession.

Thank you IMEG for your continued support!

Join us for this AIA-approved CE Lunch & Learn presented by Noble Company: Sound Advice – The Role of Sound Reduction in...
06/12/2026

Join us for this AIA-approved CE Lunch & Learn presented by Noble Company: Sound Advice – The Role of Sound Reduction in Ceramic Tile and Natural Stone Installations, presented by Nicole Thomas.

This session offers practical guidance for improving specification accuracy and aligning design intent with performance expectations in multi-family, commercial, and institutional projects.

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A few moments from AIA26 with members of our AIA Nevada leadership team. It’s exciting to see them alongside architectur...
06/11/2026

A few moments from AIA26 with members of our AIA Nevada leadership team. It’s exciting to see them alongside architecture professionals from across the country.

Featured:
Troy Moser, AIA – AIA Las Vegas President
Gary W., AIA – AIA Nevada President
Daniela Moral, AIA – AIA Northern Nevada President
Wellbe Bartsma, AIA – Secretary/Treasurer
Carlos D. Fernandez – Executive Director
Michelle Tapia, Assoc. AIA – Nevada NAC Representative

Looking forward to seeing the ideas and inspiration they bring back from AIA26!

We’re excited to share that our Past President Alexia Chen recently presented at AIA26, facilitating the RUDC Community ...
06/11/2026

We’re excited to share that our Past President Alexia Chen recently presented at AIA26, facilitating the RUDC Community Hub session The Future Cities – Why Urban Design Matters.

It’s always great to see members of our local design community contributing to important conversations on a national stage and continuing to make an impact through their leadership and expertise.

Thank you Alexia for sharing your knowledge and perspective!

We’re proud to recognize Visionary Sponsor Klai Juba Wald Architecture + Interiors for their continued support of AIA La...
06/11/2026

We’re proud to recognize Visionary Sponsor Klai Juba Wald Architecture + Interiors for their continued support of AIA Las Vegas and the local design community.

Thank you, Klai Juba Wald, for supporting the profession, our members, and the ongoing conversations that strengthen the architecture community in Las Vegas.

We’re proud to share that our Board Member, Jeff Sarmiento, AIA served as a presenter at the Building the Architecture P...
06/11/2026

We’re proud to share that our Board Member, Jeff Sarmiento, AIA served as a presenter at the Building the Architecture Pipeline session during AIA26 today.

The session focused on strengthening pathways into architecture through mentorship and education, a conversation that closely aligns with Jeff’s ongoing work here at AIA Las Vegas. As Chair of our High School Design Awards program, Jeff has been a strong advocate for K-12 design education and creating opportunities for students to explore architecture at an early age.

Thank you Jeff for representing us and for continuing to support and inspire the next generation of designers and architects.

What should a city preserve, and what should it reimagine?Join us for the Placemaking Summit 2026: Cultural Landscapes o...
06/10/2026

What should a city preserve, and what should it reimagine?

Join us for the Placemaking Summit 2026: Cultural Landscapes of Las Vegas: Preservation vs Redevelopment, an important conversation exploring how Southern Nevada balances growth, identity, and cultural memory in a rapidly evolving city.

As Las Vegas continues to transform, how do we protect the stories, spaces, and communities that define it?

Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: West Las Vegas Library

Special thanks to Ally Sponsor

Speakers to be announced soon.

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