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U.S. Copyright Office proposes doubling registration fees [Monday Minute]
Published about 9 hours ago • 4 min read
March 30, 2026, Edition
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Field Notes
The U.S. Copyright Office is seeking your comments on a new rate schedule
If you’ve been putting off registering those latest architectural works, the U.S. Copyright Office has proposed a new fee schedule that looks to hike prices across the board to keep up with inflation and IT modernization.
What used to cost $45 to protect a home design will increase to $85.
The ICAA announced the winners of the 2026 Arthur Ross Awards for Excellence in the Classical Tradition
The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA) is honoring the luminaries who are keeping the classical tradition vibrant in a modern world. The 2026 jury shifted its focus toward accessibility and the public realm, highlighting how classical principles can create "dignified, human, and beautiful" spaces that serve the civic good just as effectively as private estates.
Business coach Sean Low tackles the "solopreneur’s dilemma" in his latest column, proving that scaling your impact doesn't have to mean sacrificing your peace of mind. Whether you’re a "boutique café" or a "fine dining" firm, the secret isn't in the head count—it's in the infrastructure.
While steel offers precision and durability, its use in residential buildings is limited by more than just cost. Builder habits, specialized labor needs, and thermal bridging are all significant hurdles.
Scott Gibson explores why metal studs haven’t dethroned wood, despite rising lumber costs and quality concerns.
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 1 - Board of Directors (Virtual) 4:00 pm ET - Connect with your board members and share your insights.
April 3 - STILL NEW!AIBD Office Hour - 11:00 am ET - 60 minutes (or so) of open discussion and collaboration (Members Only)
Traditional Building Conference - June 16-17, 2026 - Cape May, NJ - Registration opens soon
What We're Up to
Legislation we're watching
AIBD Legislative Committee chairman, Jack Butler, has been alerted to the California bill AB-1976, the Licensed Commercial Interior Designer Practice Act.
If passed, the act exempts residential kitchen and bath design, but what about the other portions of the interior of a residence?
AIBD Chapter Meeting Replays: Discussions from the Past Month
AIBD, Western NC Chapter, March 2026 Meeting
How Are You Charging for Design Services?
In our latest deep dive, seasoned residential designers pull back the curtain on how they are moving away from hourly rates and toward high-value, multi-stage pricing.
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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