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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Flat Custom Home Building Trends [Monday Minute]
Published 4 days ago • 4 min read
May 26, 2025, Edition
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Volunteer to Serve on AIBD's Certification Board
The election is July 31, 2025, in Asheville, NC.
The National Council of Building Designer Certification (NCBDC) is part of the American Institute of Building Design and manages the Institute’s professional certification program.
Right now, the Council is running with just nine members, and it could really use your help!
Want to know more about the current Council, what it’s like to serve, or how to apply? Click the link below!
Three More Weeks to Enter the American Residential Design Awards
Entries are due June 9, 2025
"ARDA" is the AIBD’s premier award program exhibiting design excellence in the residential building industry.
It spotlights the nation’s most creative and innovative residential designers, builders, remodelers, architects, developers, land planners, and interior designers.
NAHB’s analysis of Census Data from the Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design survey indicates flat year-over year growth for custom home builders. The custom building market is less sensitive to the interest rate cycle than other forms of home building but is more sensitive to changes in household wealth and stock prices.
Couple Sues Teton County, Calls $24,000 Homebuilding Fee ‘Extortion’
The couple seeks a favorable interpretation of the law, a halt to Teton County’s (Wyoming) exaction of “affordable workforce housing” fees, and monetary relief from what it calls the county’s “extortionate” land development regulations.
With the support of the UCL Institute of Archaeology, the University of Oxford, LAHP, and the British School at Athens, Dr Juan de Lara created a 3D model and AI renderings of what the Parthenon would look like, discovering some interesting things.
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May 28 -Residential Design Connect Colorado (In Person) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm MT - Douglas County Library, 100 S Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
The National Council of Building Designer Certification is looking for Certified Professional Building Designers to join the Council for the upcoming term! Council members are elected annually, and this year's meeting will be held on July 31, 2025, in Asheville, NC. Don’t worry if you can’t attend in person—you can join virtually. Want to know more about the current Council, what it’s like to serve, or how to apply? Click the link below!
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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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