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.
Your AIBD Events & Webinars Lineup
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If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to plug into the AIBD community, the next few months are full of member-focused AIBD Events that deliver education, connection, and inspiration. Here’s what’s coming up. Live AIBD WebinarsOur Residential Design Webinars are designed to tackle the issues you’re facing in practice right now, while earning you Primary-credits toward your CE requirements.
You can register for each session on AIBD.org/webinars. AIBD Office HourAIBD Office Hour is your informal, members-only space to bring questions, share wins, and hear how other designers are handling similar challenges.
Office Hour meets virtually on the first Friday at 11:00 am ET, so you can add it as a recurring event on your calendar. The join link goes live for members about 30 minutes before the meeting on AIBD.org/webinars. AIBD ConnectStep away from your desk and experience AIBD in person through AIBD Connect.
AIBD Connect events are a great way to meet fellow designers, engage with industry partners, and participate in live education in your region. AIBD Chapter EventsLocal chapters are where many members build their strongest professional relationships and find practical support for day-to-day practice.
Check with your chapter leadership or the AIBD events listings to confirm details and RSVP. AIBD Annual Conference & Compass ClubCircle your calendar now for our biggest gathering of the year.
These events are part of the AIBD Annual Conference week, with full conference details available at AIBD.org/AnnualConference. Whether you join us online for a webinar or Office Hour, connect at a chapter meeting, or meet us in Cleveland this summer, we’re grateful to have you as part of the AIBD community. Where will we see you next? |
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.
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