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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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.
February 16, 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 Workshops & Gatherings Training Events Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free for the industry. Let's dive in. Email servers may truncate this newsletter because it is...
Can you name the exact window proportions for a Queen Anne without hunting through three different sources? Of course not. Nobody memorizes architectural minutiae—and yet every project demands it. You’ll spend hours tracking down grille patterns, color specifications, trim details, and hardware options specific to each era and style. Minutes add up. Days accumulate. Profit margins shrink. That’s changing right now. The Pattern Book Collection Continues With Andersen Windows & Doors, we’ve...
The January 2026 data points released yesterday by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics suggest a mixed but generally resilient environment for small residential design firms. While “Residential Building Design” isn’t a standalone category in this summary, its primary driver—Construction—added 33,000 jobs in January. Growth in construction typically signals a pipeline of new projects, although the primary driver appears to be nonresidential specialty trade contractors. While the residential...