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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[Monday Minute] Announcing! The winners of the 2024 ARDAs!
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July 29, 2024, Edition
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AIBD College of Fellows Chancellor Lyle Breeze awarded three $1000 scholarships.
The AIBD Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Sahara LaVallee, attending Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Two AIBD Student Members, Doris Oluwadare, attending the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria, and Ryan Trebon, attending Washington State University, will receive the Bill & Annette Farmer Scholarship.
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Green Home Institute - Look for other live in-person and virtual events.
Traditional Building Conference Series, October 23 & 24 - Savanah, GA. Registration Open.
Recent Committee Activities
Board Member Inductions
The 2024-2025 AIBD Board of Directors formally began their terms at the June meeting. However, last week's Annual Membership Meeting was the first opportunity for them to gather together in person.
Past President (and Secretary) Bernie Kern (left) facilitated a formal induction ceremony with President Ted Hake (continuing from left), newly elected NCBDC President John Fought, Chancellor Lyle Breeze, Directors Dennis Fletcher and Scott Cook, 1st VP Brandon Clokey, and Directors Joey Marin and Traci Kelley, present.
One more thing—we want to lead with transparency. AI was most likely used to complete this post in one way or another. Don't blame the technology if you find a mistake; in most cases, our emails are written by humans and AI-supported. Now and then, they are AI-generated and human-edited. Both humans and AI still make mistakes.
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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