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.
Design Trends for 2026 & Architectural Photography Best Practices
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You're invited to two exciting AIBD educational events this December—each designed to help you stay ahead of evolving design trends and improve how you present your work. There is no cost to attend, and AIBD membership is not required—all interested design and building professionals are welcome. EVENT 1: AIBD Tristate OKI Chapter – December 2025 Meeting Design Trends for 2026 Join us to explore the top ideas and innovations that will shape residential design in the coming year, including:
This is a great opportunity to get inspired, compare notes with peers, and gather practical insights you can bring directly into your work. Meeting Access: https://aibd.clickmeeting.com/oki EVENT 2: AIBD Eastern Shore Chapter – December 2025 Meeting Best Practices for Taking Architectural Photos and Video Roberta will share practical strategies and creative insights to help you capture your projects more effectively in both still images and video. Expect to learn the following (and more):
That's just a taste of what she'll be sharing. Roberta's presentation will include time at the end for Q&A, so please come ready with questions and examples. We especially encourage you to bring any special or unique examples of impressive architectural photography from your own portfolio to help spark discussion. Meeting Access: https://aibd.clickmeeting.com/eastern-shore We hope you'll join us for one or both of these informative sessions and look forward to seeing you there. Best regards, |
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.
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