The Wagdy Wall In the 1990s, Wagdy Anis developed a high-performance wall section known among his colleagues as the Wagdy Wall. For the past two decades, versions of this wall have been implemented successfully throughout the design and construction industry. Join us September 22–23 for the Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science, a two-day hybrid symposium in celebration of recent innovations across the building enclosure field. BSA News Jul 22, 2021
Support Our Nation's Infrastructure Now is the time for the Biden Administration and Congress to address America's aging building infrastructure. Let your member of Congress know—AIA supports federal investment in our aging building infrastructure and needs bipartisan solutions to address those critical needs. Community News Apr 15, 2021
Natasha Espada AIA An interview with 2020 BSA President and member, Natasha Espada AIA. "I have always highlighted women and minority issues. Recently, I have learned that my involvement with social justice, policy, and advocacy is where I can help create change." Profile Mar 18, 2021
2021 AIA Honors & Awards The Boston Society for Architecture (BSA) celebrates those who have been recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for their achievements—and extends a special congratulations to those who are part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions to the industry, and we applaud your leadership in the profession. If you would like to pursue any of the AIA Honors & Awards the BSA Honors & Awards Committee and the BSA Fellows Committee want to know! Please express your interest by April 16, 2021. BSA News Mar 18, 2021
AIA elevates 102 members to the College of Fellows The 2021 Jury of Fellows from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) elevated 102 members—including 3 BSA members—to its prestigious College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made significant contributions to the architecture profession. Community News Feb 26, 2021
Architects Voice Strong Support for Climate Bill & Opt-In Net Zero Stretch Code The BSA strongly supports the Climate Bill. In partnership with AIA MA, a letter was recently sent to Governor Baker. As we wait for Governor Baker to respond we must also be ready to advocate for the Climate Bill and especially the net zero code provisions. If this goes back to the legislators or gets vetoed, AIA MA and its local chapters will be looking to membership to share their support by reaching out to their state legislators. Public Call Feb 04, 2021
Moody Nolan: AIA Firm of the Year In today's climate of racial reckoning, it's fitting for Moody Nolan, the nation's largest African American-owned architecture firm, to be honored with the 2021 Architecture Firm Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The annual award is the highest honor the AIA bestows on an architecture practice. The award recognizes a firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture for at least 10 years. This is the first time a Black-owned architecture firm has ever received the award in the AIA's 58 years of conducting the annual recognition. BSA News Feb 04, 2021
Home Design Trends & Reaching the Market in 2021 Every quarter the American Institute of Architects (AIA) provides results from the AIA Home Design Trends Survey, where hundreds of architecture firms share current project data to reveal new and emerging trends in residential design, providing an incisive look at the key features owners and buyers want—and purchase. Community News Jan 28, 2021