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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Peek inside an Historic-Cultural Monument [Monday Minute]
Published about 2 months ago • 4 min read
April 20, 2026, Edition
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Field Notes
A rare opportunity to peek inside an Historic-Cultural Monument
The 1950 Gelb House by A. Quincy Jones in the Crestwood Hills subdivision in Los Angeles has popped up on the market with a $2.7M asking price. The family owned the house, part of the Mutual Housing Association, for decades, and it was recently carefully restored.
Harrison Design Unveils 250-Foot Arch for Memorial Bridge
The 250-foot-tall arch proposed for the Virginia end of the Memorial Bridge across the Potomac River from the Lincoln Memorial has moved from a model on the Oval Office desk to architectural renderings by Harrison Design. The Commission of Fine Arts released the design last week, and you can see it all here.
A new 450-page report released Monday identifies government regulations as a key driver of rising housing costs in the U.S., adding up to $100,000 to the price of a typical home. As a result, the focus is shifting toward aggressive deregulation in the housing sector. If you're planning projects in rural or distressed areas, this report is essential reading.
Designing a flood-resistant home from the ground up.
After Hurricane Helene flooded his home in coastal Florida, a firefighter and paramedic undertook the challenge of rebuilding a flood-resilient house from the ground up. He elevated the structure well above federal flood requirements, using masonry piers and engineered floor trusses to protect mechanicals and living spaces.
Don’t let your designs wash away: The specs for breakaway walls
If you’re designing on the coast, "close enough" doesn't cut it with FEMA. The newly updated NFIP Technical Bulletin 9 is the definitive playbook for ensuring your ground-floor enclosures perform exactly as they should during a surge.
Murus high-performance building enclosures simplify designing sustainable, energy-efficient, and net-zero residential and light commercial buildings. For more information, call 570-549-2100 or visit www.murus.com.
Workshops & Gatherings
AIBD Chapters, Boards, and Councils
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April 28 - CE Watch Party - 2:00 p.m. ET (30 min) - Structural Engineer vs Architect - Design Meeting (0.5 P3 CE)
May 8 - Coffee with Bernie - 10:00 a.m. ET - Designing for Lifestyle Trends: Home offices, multigenerational living, and wellness-focused spaces. (1.0 P3 CE)
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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