AIA Miami Friday Facts: October 24, 2025

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October 24, 2025

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Sponsor the 2025 AIA Miami Design Awards

Join the party and sponsor the 2025 AIA Miami Design Awards Celebration! This is our biggest event of the year! Gather with 500 architects and industry professionals for an evening of networking, mingling and awards.

Become a Sponsor

Apply to be a part of the 2026 CKLDP Program!

Training and nurturing the next generation of leaders

Membership Dues Payment Plan Terms and Conditions

Renewing, new, and rejoining Architect, Associate, International Associate, and National Allied members are eligible to participate in the Membership Dues Payment Plan

Women Rising to the Top – Leadership Skills for Success at the 2025 WIA Miami Leadership Summit

Every two years, the Women in Architecture Miami committee gathers to celebrate progress and propel change. This year’s summit — held October 3–4, 2025 — merged education, mentorship, and celebration.

AIA + NOMA: Building a profession as diverse as the world we serve

AIA and NOMA share a vision for a more inclusive, equitable profession. And you shouldn’t have to choose between two organizations working toward the same goal.

Upcoming Events

October 20, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Mass Timber Design and Construction 101 presented by O'Donnell & Naccarato Structural Engineers

Use of natural and engineered wood products in construction, focusing on fire safety, code regulations,…

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October 22, 6:00 pm

Fall 2025 Tecnoglass Lecture Series: Manuel Aires Mateusi, Aries Mateus

In an era defined by climate instability, geopolitical realignments, and profound social transformations, housing for…

October 23, 4:30 pm

Brizo's Pickleball Workshop

Network, Play, and Learn the fundamentals of Pickleball from a real professional player.

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October 24, 6:00 pm

Tickets to the 2025 AIA Miami Design Awards Gala

Join us for the party of the year! Vegas glam!

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October 30, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Spooky Soiree by Global Furniture Group

Don’t forget to dress to impress-you could be one of the unluckiest winners of the…

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November 3 – November 8

ACADIA 2025 Conference / Computing for Resilience

Exploring building resilience in an increasingly uncertain world, a challenge particularly relevant to Miami

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November 6, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Overcoming the Challenges in Below-Grade Waterproofing presented by Naturaseal

November 6, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Accounting and your Bottom Line, presented by the Business of Architecture Committee

In-person meeting at the Perkins & Will office

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November 12 – November 14

World Architecture Festival at Miami Beach Convention Center

World Architecture Festival (WAF) brings together the global architectural community to celebrate and share. You’ll…

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Announcements

Welcome New Allied Member, Coral Stone USA

Coral Stone is a natural limestone formed from ancient coral reefs and marine fossils. Known for its light color, non-slip texture, and cool surface even… Read More

Fundraise for DASH High School’s Student Boards

Help and Donate to DASH’s fundraiser, where the funds will be used to showcase their work at the Student Exhibition at the AIA Miami Design… Read More

Welcome New Allied Member, NaturaSeal!

NaturaSeal specializes in manufacturing instant-setting elastomer modified asphalt emulsion coatings that are environmentally friendly and workplace safe. NaturaSeal’s goal is to supersede traditional asphalt-based waterproofing… Read More

Reminder: Qualifier License Number Required

As a reminder due to legislation enacted in 2020, architecture firms are no longer required to obtain a certificate of authorization. Instead, architecture is practiced… Read More

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Membership Dues Payment Plan Terms and Conditions

Renewing, new, and rejoining Architect, Associate, International Associate, and National Allied members are eligible to participate in the Membership Dues Payment Plan Read More

AIA MyAccount Gives Members 24/7 Access to Update Their Information

A new feature called MyAccount is now available for AIA members. Members now have 24/7 access to MyAccount, a self-service portal, at me.aia.org where you… Read More

Reporting AIA Designation Misuse

Chapters who encounter misuse of the AIA designation by a member, nonmember, or firm can report it. Read More

AIA Transcript

Track your continuing education activity, including AXP hours, with the AIA transcript. Read More

AIA Member Guidebook

Everything you need to get the most from your membership experience. Click here to view the Member Guidebook. Read More

Update Your Membership Directory Profile

Please review your current details and update your contact information to your professional and/or business address if you would prefer not to have your home… Read More

2025 Associate to Emerita/Emeritus Form

AIA Bylaws - Member Emerita/Emeritus | 2.312 Associate Members Any Associate member may apply for Emerita/Emeritus status if: The member has been in good standing… Read More

NCARB Architectural Experience Program Guidelines

The Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®) is an essential step in the path to becoming an architect. Through the AXP, you will learn about the daily… Read More

NCARB Architect Registration Examination® Guidelines

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards’ (NCARB) membership is made up of the architectural licensing boards of the 50 states, the District of Columbia,… Read More

What Has AIA Florida Done For You Lately?

Passing effective legislation is an investment of time, resources, and capital. Countless hours of work are put into advocating for AIA Florida members. Each piece… Read More

Become an AIA Member

Join the largest, most influential network of architects and design professionals. AIA’s 96,000+ member community shares your passion for design, a desire to change the… Read More

Join AIA as an Associate New Graduate Member—For Free!

AIA is the largest, most influential network of architects and design professionals who are designing a better world. Find out how you can become an… Read More

AIA Member Benefits

When you join AIA, you’re joining our 96,000+ member community—and so much more. Here’s an overview of some of the most valuable AIA member benefits… Read More

What are the AIA membership requirements for continuing education?

AIA Architect and International Associate members are required to complete 18 learning units (LUs) of continuing education every year. Of those 18 LUs, at least… Read More

10 Resources to Help You Become an Architect

These resources will provide a framework to guide you through the path to licensure. Read More

Six Ways to Renew Your AIA Membership

The value of architecture is evolving rapidly as more and more fields recognize the importance of the built environment in addressing social, economic, and environmental… Read More

Why renew your membership?

For questions or to speak about hardship options, contact AIA Miami Chapter, Marilyn Lugo at marilyn@aiamiami.org. Download AIA Members Benefit Guide Read More

Newly Licensed?

Renew as an Architect after the first or second year of becoming licensed and you will receive a special membership dues discount. Newly licensed architect… Read More

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