Building Leaders: About the AIA National Convention 2013

The AIA National Convention, June 20th through the 22nd, is the largest annual event in the architectural industry.    Held in Denver, Colorado for 2013, the AIA Convention's host city is home to many well-known contemporary structures including The Wells Fargo Center and The Denver Art Museum.


During the convention, registrants can attend educational seminars and network with peers - plus experience what's "new and next" with over 700 new products to test.

In addition to numerous workshops and tours, registrants can also appreciate a few words of wisdom from the following keynote speakers:

-Blake Mycoskie, Founder of TOMS [shoes].
-Cameron Sinclair, Co-Founder of Architecture for Humanity
-General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.), Secretary of State (2001-2005)

For more info on the AIA National Convention, CLICK HERE. 

CLICK HERE to learn more about the AIA National Convention exhibitor and 

architectural metal products manufacturer, KaneSterling.

APRIL & MAY: Architectural Events, Exhibits, Classes, Conferences & More

From New York to L.A., the architectural world is buzzing nationwide with events, conferences, classes, exhibits and more during the months of April and May.  Here are just a few upcoming activities worth experiencing this spring!

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APRIL

What:    Women in Architecture Series:  High Tea Social
When:    April 4, 2013
Where:  Washington, DC
Web:      About the Event

What:    Build Pittsburgh 2013
When:    April 18, 2013
Where:  Pittsburgh, PA
Web:      About the Event

What:    Around Manhattan Official NYC Architectural Boat Tour
When:    April 21, 2013
Where:  Manhattan - New York, NY
Web:     About the Event

MAY

What:    Universal Design Summit 5
When:    May 6 - May 8, 2013  
Where:  St. Louis, MO
Web:     About the Event

What:    AIA Wisconsin Convention & Building Products Expo
When:    May 8 - May 9, 2013
Where:  Madison, WI
Web:     About the Event

What:    Conquering the Demands & Challenges of Today's Building Envelope
When:    May 14, 2013
Where:  New York, NY
Web:     N/A (see image of flyer)

What:    ARE Building Systems Prep Course:  Southern California
When:    May 31 - June 2, 2013
Where:  Van Nuys, CA
Web:     About the Event

For more information on happenings in the architectural community, 

visit the AIA Event Calendar HERE.

INFOGRAPHIC: History of AIA

Click the image below or CLICK HERE for ArchDaily's in-depth look at the history of the 

American Institute of Architecture (AIA), presented as an infographic: