The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.
ARDA 2026 is live – submit now and meet judge George Zhang
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ARDA 2026 is officially live, and we’re now accepting submissions for this year’s awards. If you or your firm are doing outstanding work in residential design, this is your opportunity to gain international recognition, connect with peers, and showcase your projects on a global stage. As we open the call for entries, we’re also excited to introduce one of our distinguished judges, George Zhang. George is a member of the Real Estate Investments team at the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas, which manages a $30 billion global real estate portfolio within TRS, the United States’ 6th largest pension fund with $200 billion in assets serving more than 2 million members. He also serves on the Publications Committee at the Pension Real Estate Association (PREA), where he helps guide the strategy and content for the “PREA Quarterly” publication. Prior to joining TRS, George built a decade-long career across leading public- and private-sector firms in design, real estate, and media around the world, including Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), Gensler, and Kengo Kuma & Associates. He has also contributed to and edited for prominent publications such as ArchDaily, The Architect’s Newspaper, and JA+U (Japan Architecture + Urbanism). George received his Master’s degree from Harvard University, where he was awarded the Ferdinand Colleredo-Mansfeld Prize for superior achievement in real estate studies. He was recently named a John W. Koza Leadership Fellow by the Pension Real Estate Association (PREA), recognizing up-and-coming leaders in the institutional investor community, and has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Institutional Investor Magazine and a “Top Professional” by Commercial Observer Magazine. We’re honored to have George bring his expertise and perspective to the ARDA 2026 judging panel, and we can’t wait to see the work you choose to submit this year. Submit your project and learn more about ARDA 2026 here: ResidentialDesignAwards.com. Can't wait to see your submissions,
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American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)
The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.
Too many “high‑performance” homes still miss the mark for clients who plan to age in place or live with changing abilities. They perform well on paper, but fall short on everyday usability and resale appeal. That gap shows up as frustrated homeowners, costly callbacks, and designs that look dated the moment someone needs a walker, wider clearances, or better‑planned kitchens and baths. Join the AIBD High‑Performance Homes Team for “A Practical Guide to Universal Home Design” (1.0 P3 CE), a...
May 11, 2026, Edition #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: Field Notes Nuts & Bolts Highlights Workshops & Gatherings What We're Up To Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free for the industry. Let's dive in. Email servers may truncate this newsletter because...
Residential Design’s premier annual event is coming to Cleveland, and we want you there. The American Institute of Building Design’s Annual Conference is our central gathering for building designers, industry professionals, and partners. It brings together advocacy, certification, education, networking, and recognition for the residential design profession over four focused days. You’ll experience: Annual Business Meetings, including the National Council of Building Designer Certification,...