Dear Reader, Are you still using sticky notes and spreadsheets to manage your leads? Time to level up. Professional residential designers across the USA are experiencing unprecedented demand for their services, but here's the problem: most are managing leads using the same outdated methods that cost them time, money, and potential clients. The Hidden Cost of Chaotic Lead Management While the design industry thrives on creativity and personal relationships, the business side demands precision...
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July 14, 2025, Edition Ignite your mind and improve the way you are #CreatingWherePeopleLive This weekly newsletter is created by and for those designing homes in North America. Its editorial staff is the American Institute of Building Design, Inc., the premier association of residential design professionals. Here's what you get: Industry News Announcements Events & Training Recent Committee Activities Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free for the industry. Let's dive in. Email...
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Hello Reader, Can't make it to Asheville this summer? No worries, you can now join AIBD's Design+Build Asheville conference (August 1-2, 2025) entirely online—live and on-demand. Why attend virtually? The two-hour class by SketchLikeArchitect.com's David Drazil—Inspiring Awe: How to Add Magic to Your Design Presentations. If you need more Zero travel or lodging costs—gain every insight without leaving your desk. Flexible viewing—watch sessions live or revisit recordings anytime (at a faster...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Imagine the spark your single click can ignite. AIBD’s ARDA Global Choice award is now in your hands—until July 14—to spotlight the home design that moves you most. This isn’t just voting; it’s your chance to drive a design revolution. Why This Matters Bold Innovations Begin with You Your vote fuels breakthroughs in sustainable living, inclusive accessibility, and community-centered spaces—ideas that shape how we’ll live tomorrow. Celebrating Real-World Visionaries Every entry is...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Congrats on surviving Monday and crushing Tuesday. Now Wednesday beckons you to take a break and celebrate this week's Midweek Vibe! Have you heard of Michael Graves, the renowned postmodernist architect whose iconic journey began in Princeton, NJ? Today marks what would have been his 91st birthday. Though Michael Graves himself is no longer with us, his legacy endures. His firm, Michael Graves Architecture, continues to thrive with ten offices across the country, carrying...
6 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Today’s the day: at 2:00 PM EDT, join Daniel Hesington, PE, Simpson Strong-Tie’s Southeast Branch Engineer, for an action-packed, one-hour session on harnessing mass timber to drive faster, greener, and stronger builds—starting now. What You’ll Gain in 60 Minutes: Proven connector innovations that accelerate your schedule by up to 25% Precision-engineered assemblies delivering consistent quality and fewer on-site surprises Strategies to tap into timber’s lightweight,...
7 days ago • 3 min read
July 7, 2025, Edition Ignite your mind and improve the way you are #CreatingWherePeopleLive The Monday Minute Weekly Newsletter is created by and for those designing homes in North America. Its editorial staff is the American Institute of Building Design, Inc., the premier association of residential design professionals. Here's what you get: Industry News Announcements Events & Training Recent Committee Activities Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free for the industry. Let's...
8 days ago • 4 min read
Dear Reader, The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) invites experienced designers, engineers, and industry experts to join our “Tuesday at 2:00” webinar series as a speaker or panelist. This series convenes every Tuesday at 2:00 pm EDT for a one-hour deep dive into trending topics—CE-eligible—tailored to residential design professionals. About the Series “Tuesday at 2:00” offers AEC practitioners: Cutting-edge techniques and best practices for home and multifamily design Practical...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Today is Workaholics Day, a moment to celebrate the passion and dedication that fuel your career in residential building design. Yet true excellence requires more than relentless hustle; it thrives on the balance between focused effort and well-deserved rest. At the American Institute of Building Design, we understand that your creativity and precision come from both your hard work and your ability to step back and recharge. That’s why the AIBD Job Board is designed to support...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate freedom and fireworks, let’s ignite fresh inspiration for you and your AEC team, and plan to attend Coffee with Bernie. Join us July 11th at 10:00 AM EDT for Coffee with Bernie, our free, fun, and interactive virtual roundtable designed exclusively for design professionals. Dust off your favorite mug (or most outrageous cup), grab your morning brew, and dive into this month’s theme: “Hobbies as a Source of Creativity & Well-Being”Discover...
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