AIA Illinois

09/04/2026

Illinois architects, is your continuing education on track for license renewal?

As you complete your required hours, remember that Illinois requires at least one hour of 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 and one hour of 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴.

AIA Illinois offers continuing education opportunities to help you meet your requirements and stay current in your practice.

🔗 Find upcoming CE opportunities: https://aiail.org/

09/02/2026

What does it take to bring a historic building up to modern standards while protecting the details that make it special? 🏛️

AIA Illinois Executive Vice President Eric Klinner joins Illinois State Capitol Architect Andrea Aggertt for a look inside the Capitol and the work underway in the North Wing.

Andrea shares how updates like railings and other safety improvements help meet today’s needs while respecting the building’s historic character.

Follow AIA Illinois for more Capitol Spotlight updates as the work continues.

09/01/2026

Back-to-school season is a good reminder that career growth does not only happen in the classroom or at the office.

For students and emerging professionals, networking can feel intimidating when you are not sure what to say, where to start, or whether you “belong” in the conversation yet.

Start small. Ask one question. Introduce yourself to one person. Volunteer for one role. Keep showing up.

Those small steps can help you build the relationships, confidence, and professional support that make a difference throughout your architecture career.

Ready to get more connected? Follow AIA Illinois and watch for upcoming events, programs, and opportunities to get involved.

08/24/2026

The best spaces begin with listening.

For this future architect, the most exciting part of the profession is building meaningful relationships with clients. It is understanding what matters to them and bringing their vision to life through design that reflects their personality and lifestyle.

That human connection is what makes architecture so powerful.

What excites you most about the future of the profession? 👇

https://aiail.org/

08/19/2026

Two remarkable voices. Two very different perspectives. One unforgettable conference. 🎤✨

🌎 Mark Wolters, PhD
Travel educator and marketing professor Mark Wolters, PhD, has built a global audience by helping people see the world through culture, curiosity, and honest storytelling.

🏙️ Juan Gabriel Moreno, AIA
Award-winning architect Juan Gabriel Moreno, AIA, has transformed communities through bold design and a belief that architecture can create lasting social impact.

Together, they'll bring fresh ideas, challenge conventional thinking, and inspire new ways to approach the work we do every day.

📅 Join us October 22 through 24 at the 2026 AIA Illinois Conference and be part of the conversation.

https://web.cvent.com/event/9e575592-a451-404e-a904-b47b90bd51eb/summary

08/18/2026

We are excited to announce our two keynote speakers for the October conference - Mark Wolters, PhD, and Juan Gabriel Moreno, AIA. We look forward to them sharing with attendees some valuable perspectives on how their insights can drive positive change.

Click through to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/38uv4cx2

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08/17/2026

Architecture needs to get better at communicating the full value of the profession.

Architects do far more than design buildings. We solve complex problems, shape stronger communities, and help people imagine what is possible.

When we explain that work more clearly, clients and community leaders better understand the role architects can play. That understanding creates stronger partnerships and gives the profession a more meaningful voice in the decisions shaping our communities.

What do you think the profession needs to communicate better? Drop it below. 👇

08/12/2026

Leadership is what you do.

It is listening when someone needs to be heard. It is sharing what you know and helping others grow. It is speaking up for ideas that can make the profession stronger.

Molly shares how anyone can lead through the choices they make every day.

What does leadership look like in action to you? Share your thoughts below. 👇

https://aiail.org/

08/10/2026

Join AIA Illinois and Endicott Clay Products Company on August 17 for Moisture and Movement, Not an Issue for Brick Veneer.

This Monday Webinar will explore how smart brick veneer design can help manage moisture and movement while supporting long-term performance.

📅 August 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Live on Zoom
🎓 1 AIA LU | HSW

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RTqhnjJwQByp2B2PUL_QTQ #/registration

08/07/2026

A peek behind the walls of the Illinois State Capitol shows a side of architecture the public does not always see.

Architects are not only designing new buildings. They are helping historic places continue to serve people safely and thoughtfully through preservation, code updates, and improved accessibility.

Follow AIA Illinois for more looks at the work shaping public spaces and communities across the state.

https://aiail.org/