Your Designs Deserve the SpotlightHello Reader, Are you ready to have your designs celebrated on the national stage? The 2025 American Residential Design Awards (ARDA) is your opportunity to showcase your best work and earn recognition in the industry’s most prestigious awards program for residential design. Here’s why ARDA stands out: ✅ Unmatched Prestige: Join the ranks of the nation’s most creative and innovative designers. ✅ Categories for Everyone: From custom homes to outdoor living, there’s a place for your expertise. ✅ Exposure for Your Work: Winners are featured in AIBD’s official publication and online gallery. Unlike traditional competitions, ARDA is judged solely on the quality of your work—not project size or budget. Multiple winners are recognized, and top projects receive coveted Grand ARDA or Best in Show honors. The 2025 Call for Entries is open! Don’t miss your chance to set yourself apart and be celebrated for your exceptional designs. We can’t wait to see the outstanding work you bring to the table. -The A-Team |
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.
May 19, 2025, Edition Ignite your mind and improve the way you are #CreatingWherePeopleLive The Monday Minute 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: The Monday Minute Video Industry News Announcements Events & Training Recent Committee Activities Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free for...
Hello Reader, I hope you've had a productive week. Mark your calendar for our summer conference—an unmissable milestone in the history of AIBD membership. This is your chance to take the first and most important step toward attending our most significant annual event. Design & Build Asheville will take place on August 1 and 2 at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville, NC. Step 1: Reserve your room! Rooms are $174/night (Plus taxes and fees), and the hotel is anxious to have AIBD host its 75th...
I follow a SoftPlan user group on social media. Recently, someone posted a question about configuring a particular door style, including a screenshot of a floor plan. As usual, tonnes of people were quick to help. But one person picked up on something interesting that everyone else had missed or didn't consider special. The door size is 2'-0" x 7'-0". (emphasis added). "My question is, who makes a 7' door?" asked one commentator. Yeah? That was my thought. With 35 years of experience...