AIA Pennsylvania

The Paula Maynes ARE Grant recognizes architecture graduates pursuing licensure and their contributions to the profession and their greater communities by offsetting the costs of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).

Established in 2015, the grant celebrates the late Paula Maynes, AIA, whose collaborative character and legacy of mentorship and service to the profession left an indelible impact on the architecture community.

💲 Apply now https://aiapa.org/paula-maynes-are-grant/ or via the link in our bio.

🏅 The AIA PA Architectural Excellence Design Awards annually celebrate the exemplary design achievements of members and the impact of architecture regardless of budget, size, style, or type. This year the COTE Awards have reopened to also celebrate achievements in sustainable design.

View all the details for participation here https://aiapa.org/celebrate-and-elevate-your-work-with-the-2026-architectural-excellence-design-cote-awards/ or via the link in our bio.

🗓️ Submissions close August 1st at midnight!

🗓️ There is still time to register for these upcoming events. Find the full schedule here https://aiapa.org/events or via the link in our bio.

AIA PA's Chief Communications Visionary and Storyteller, Amyra Weiss, and AIA PA Board President, Elysia Mikkelsen, appeared with host Asia Tabb on WITF's The Spark podcast, to discuss our 2026 Architecture Week initiatives, good design, and the effect of AI on the profession.

▶️ Listen now here https://www.witf.org/2026/05/28/architecture-week-brings-design-and-learning-to-communities-across-pennsylvani/ or via the link in our bio.

This morning AIA PA Board President, Elysia Mikkelsen, and Chief Communications Visionary and Storyteller, Amyra Weiss, spoke with host Asia Tabb on WITF's The Spark about our Architecture Week initiative, good design, and how AI is affecting the profession. Tune in Thursday to hear the episode https://www.witf.org/programs/the-spark/.

▶️ AIA PA's latest Storylines episode is live. https://youtu.be/Ae0Xh20Q1w0

Nathan St.Germain, AIA, CPHC, RESET AP of Studio St.Germain sits down with Amyra Weiss of AIA Pennsylvania to discuss their project, the Wilkinsburg Residence, Pennsylvania's first EnerPHit certified residence.

⏰ LAST DAY TO APPLY ⏰

The AIA PA Civic Architect & Leadership Cohort is your opportunity to step into a larger role—one where your voice influences communities, policy, and the future of the built environment.

In just six months, you will:
• Build real connections with civic leaders and community stakeholders
• Strengthen your voice through communication and advocacy training
• Develop ideas that can shape policy and community outcomes
• Present directly to Pennsylvania legislators in Harrisburg

This selective program brings together AIA Pennsylvania members for a focused, high-impact leadership experience from June–December 2026. This program is free of charge and is run through the AIA Pennsylvania Government Affairs Committee.

Whether you’re curious about public service, advocacy, or simply expanding your influence this program meets you where you are and helps you grow.

Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey.

If you’ve ever thought about making a broader impact—this is your moment.

Watch the ArchElect Information Video
- https://youtu.be/faaF_2t480Y

Complete the Application Today!
- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd17mKbisIjjQ4CxqL9N3UvlN0pn3id6JcbvZ_FEeeZAbfgLA/viewform

Check Back for more information on our Trainers and Advisors
- https://aiapa.org/events/archelect-civic-architect-leadership-cohort-applications-open/

🚨 NEW MEMBER BENEFIT ANNOUCEMENT 🚨 AIA Pennsylvania is introducing a new pooled retirement plan designed specifically for small and large architecture firms like yours. By leveraging our collective network, this program reduces administrative workload, lowers costs, and helps you offer a meaningful benefit to attract and retain talent without taking on the full burden alone. If you currently offer a 401(k) plan this can be a cost savings for you.

If you're interested in learning more, be sure to register for the upcoming webinar introduction at aiapa.org/events or via the link in our bio.

Don't miss AIA PA's upcoming webinars and events. Registration is open at https://aiapa.org/events/ or via the link in our bio.