YAF Utah Design is about physical space and tangible materials being constructed in the real world to express ideas or beliefs of a culture.

The Young Architects Forum of Utah's purpose is to encourage the participation of students, interns and recently licensed architects in AIA Utah's programs and activities, to assist them in their professional growth, to provide a positive influence on the Design has the ability to be a commodity, form of identity, cultural expression, beauty, humility, simple, complex, act of social deviance, or v

ernacular fitness into culture. Our design education helped us explore these possibilities. Many of the debates we had in the studio where interesting, socially relevant, clearly articulated ideas about how to accomplish these tasks. As we move into our careers and grow as professionals, we as young designers are faced with the challenge of balancing what we took from our education and integrating it with what we are learning as professionals within this rapidly changing world. AIA10 Utah’s purpose will be to encourage the participation of younger members in AIA Utah’s programs and activities, and to assist young designers in their professional growth through the education of our members, as well as the education of the public of the value of quality design. So please join us in AIA10 as we embark on raising the awareness of interesting, socially relevant, clearly articulated design that is produced by the young designers of the State of Utah.

Crafted Conversations is back! And this year, we're expanding the conversation - with mentors from across the AEC indust...
08/25/2026

Crafted Conversations is back! And this year, we're expanding the conversation - with mentors from across the AEC industry. Join us for an inspiring evening of mentorship over craft brews! Connect with local leaders from multiple design and construction disciplines, ask your burning questions, and gain insights on leadership and career growth – all in a relaxed brewery setting. RSVP at the link in bio or AIAUtah.org.

Applications are still open for the 2026 Jason Pettigrew Scholarship. Established in honor of Jason Pettigrew, AIA, this...
07/20/2026

Applications are still open for the 2026 Jason Pettigrew Scholarship.

Established in honor of Jason Pettigrew, AIA, this scholarship supports emerging professionals within the Western Mountain Region who demonstrate a commitment to leadership and service within the architecture profession.

Selected recipients will receive funding support to attend both AIA Leadership Summit in Washington D.C. and the AIA Western Mountain Region Conference in Jackson, WY this year.

Eligible applications must be Associate AIA Members in good standing within the Western Mountain Region.

Application Deadline: August 10, 2026 at 5:00pm MST. Apply at the link in our bio.

Join us on June 30th at 5:30pm for the YAF Happy Hour!! Food + Drinks provided and we will be raffling off one (1) ARE e...
07/15/2026

Join us on June 30th at 5:30pm for the YAF Happy Hour!! Food + Drinks provided and we will be raffling off one (1) ARE exam scholarship! See you there!

Thank you to those who joined us for Fireside with Fellows and a BIG thank you to the gracious fellows who volunteered t...
06/25/2026

Thank you to those who joined us for Fireside with Fellows and a BIG thank you to the gracious fellows who volunteered their time to mentor emerging professionals, John Sparano, Ken Wilson, David Brems, and Soren Simonsen.

Join us for Kiitos Happy Hour with SEAU! We will be raffling off one Professional Engineer Exam, sponsored by SEAU, and ...
01/21/2026

Join us for Kiitos Happy Hour with SEAU! We will be raffling off one Professional Engineer Exam, sponsored by SEAU, and one ARE exam, sponsored by YAF.

Are you interested in joining the AIA Utah Young Architect's Forum Committee? We want YOU to join are team and represent...
12/17/2025

Are you interested in joining the AIA Utah Young Architect's Forum Committee? We want YOU to join are team and represent emerging professionals in Utah! Our committee meets once a month over Zoom to develop programming and events for emerging professionals. This includes students, Associate members, and licensed architects who have been licensed 10 years or less. Email [email protected] or contact us via DM if you are interested!

Join us for our Salary Negotiation workshop on November 12th 6-7:30pm at the AIA Utah Space!!This workshop equips emergi...
10/28/2025

Join us for our Salary Negotiation workshop on November 12th 6-7:30pm at the AIA Utah Space!!

This workshop equips emerging professionals in architecture with the knowledge and confidence to navigate compensation discussions and advocate for their professional value. Through a combination of industry data, communication strategies, and ethical frameworks, participants will learn how to engage in equitable salary negotiations and self-advocacy that strengthen both individual well-being and the culture of practice. By promoting transparency, fairness, and empowerment, this course supports healthier workplace environments that enhance professional performance, retention, and the overall quality of architectural practice.

CEU Pending! Food and drinks provided

🚨 Reschedule Alert 🚨 Fireside with the Fellows is moving to October 9th!! 🔥Please stay tuned to our social media and AIA...
09/18/2025

🚨 Reschedule Alert 🚨

Fireside with the Fellows is moving to October 9th!! 🔥

Please stay tuned to our social media and AIA Utah emails for further updates on the event. And of course RSVP at the link in our bio for the new date.

🚨Location Update and New Fellows Alert 🚨 Join us September 18th from 6:00-9:00pm for another “Fireside with the Fellows”...
09/11/2025

🚨Location Update and New Fellows Alert 🚨

Join us September 18th from 6:00-9:00pm for another “Fireside with the Fellows” at Storm Mountain day use area, Campsite G1.

Come connect with AIA Fellows for Q&A, mentorship and more! We are so excited to welcome David Brems, Jeanne Jackson, Brenda Scheer, and Soren Simonson for this event.

Please RSVP at the link below. Food and Drinks provided 🏕️🔥

Join us September 18th from 6:00-9:00pm for another “Fireside with the Fellows” 🔥Come connect with AIA Fellows for Q&A, ...
09/08/2025

Join us September 18th from 6:00-9:00pm for another “Fireside with the Fellows” 🔥

Come connect with AIA Fellows for Q&A, mentorship, and more! We are so excited to welcome David Brems, Ken Wilson, Brenda Scheer, and Soren Simonson for this event.

Please RSVP at the link in our bio. Food and drink provided.

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