AIA Illinois

06/19/2026

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06/18/2026

You may not think about legislation every day, but it can have a real impact on the way you practice.

Licensing requirements, building codes, procurement rules, project delivery methods, liability issues, and firm operations are all shaped by decisions made at the state level.

Advocacy helps ensure architects have a voice in those conversations before decisions are made.

AIA Illinois helps keep you informed, engaged, and prepared to speak up on the issues that affect your work, your clients, and the communities you serve.

Learn more about AIA Illinois advocacy and how to get involved.

https://aiail.org/

06/15/2026

One of the most valuable parts of being involved with AIA Illinois? 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲.

The connections, the conversations, and the relationships built through AIA Illinois are what make being part of the organization so valuable. It is a chance to meet professionals in the field, exchange ideas, and gain a better understanding of the industry from people living it every day.

That sense of community and shared experience is what keeps people connected. 🤝

Grow your network, stay connected to the profession, and be part of the community shaping the future of architecture in Illinois. Discover the benefits of being part of AIA Illinois at https://aiail.org/

06/13/2026

The strongest communities are shaped by people who care enough to stay involved.

Architects bring more than design expertise to the table. They bring local knowledge, leadership, and a long-term vision for how communities grow. Every project has the potential to improve quality of life when architects are part of the conversation.

Learn more about how architects help build stronger communities across Illinois at https://aiail.org/

06/09/2026

Architects bring value to every project, but the work cannot stop there.

The profession needs architects who are willing to speak up, show up, and advocate for the role they play in shaping communities. That means looking beyond the next deadline or the next project and thinking about the future of the profession as a whole.

Jeremy Gentile, Past President of AIA Illinois, said it well: architects have to get better at advocating for themselves and the value they bring to the public.

A stronger profession starts with architects who are willing to see the bigger picture.

Learn more about AIA Illinois and how we advocate for the profession at https://aiail.org/

06/08/2026

The deadline to submit for the 2027 AIA Illinois Board of Directors is coming up. 🏛️

If you have been thinking about getting more involved, this is your reminder to take the next step.

Serving on the board is a meaningful way to bring your perspective to the table, support architects across Illinois, and help guide the work of AIA Illinois in the year ahead.

Submissions are due 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺.

Review the call for nominations here:https://aiail.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Call-for-2027-Board-Nominations-043026.pdf

06/03/2026

Students do not have to wait until they are years into their careers to start thinking like leaders. 🏛️

They already have something valuable: the architect brain. The ability to think critically, solve hard problems, and look at challenges in a different way.

Add in new tools, new software, and a generation that is already learning how to work with AI, and students have more to bring to the table than they may realize. 💡

Leadership can start with speaking up, asking better questions, sharing a new approach, or helping others see a problem differently.

Students, your perspective has value. Stay connected, stay curious, and keep finding ways to use it.

https://aiail.org/

06/01/2026

05/31/2026

Member renewal reminder. 📌

Your AIA Illinois membership strengthens the profession and keeps you connected to the advocacy, education, resources, and community that support architects across the state.

Take a minute to check your membership status and make sure your renewal is up to date.

Renew today: https://aiail.org/