AIA Western North Carolina

AIA Western North Carolina AIA Western North Carolina unites the community of design professionals who live and work in Western North Carolina.

Join AIA Western North Carolina for our upcoming State of the State Section Meeting on February 25th at Trinity Episcopa...
02/25/2026

Join AIA Western North Carolina for our upcoming State of the State Section Meeting on February 25th at Trinity Episcopal, from 11:50 AM–1:00 PM, featuring AIA North Carolina President Richard J. Alsop, Jr., FAIA. Richard will share updates on priorities for the year ahead, key initiatives shaping AIA North Carolina, and opportunities for members to get more involved at both the section and state levels.

We’ll also hear from David Crawford, Hon. AIA, Executive Vice President of AIA North Carolina, who will provide additional insights into statewide efforts and initiatives supporting the profession.

This is a great opportunity to hear directly from AIA North Carolina leadership, learn what’s ahead for architects across the state, and connect with fellow members in Western North Carolina. Whether you’re a long-time member or newly involved, we encourage you to attend, ask questions, and be part of the conversation!

🎓 CEU: 1 LU

⏰Time:
Doors Open at 11:30 am. Networking is from 11:30-11:50 am
Announcements begin at 11:50
Presentation begins at 12pm

⛪Location: Trinity Episcopal Church- 60 Church St, Asheville, NC 28801

🎟Tickets:
In-Person: $10 for AIA WNC Members or $20 for AIA WNC Non-Members.
Walk-in tickets are available! All presales have now closed.
ZOOM Webinar: bit.ly/aiawncstatezoom

Join AIA Western North Carolina for our upcoming State of the State Section Meeting on February 25th at Trinity Episcopa...
02/23/2026

Join AIA Western North Carolina for our upcoming State of the State Section Meeting on February 25th at Trinity Episcopal, from 11:50 AM–1:00 PM, featuring AIA North Carolina President Richard J. Alsop, Jr., FAIA. Richard will share updates on priorities for the year ahead, key initiatives shaping AIA North Carolina, and opportunities for members to get more involved at both the section and state levels.

We’ll also hear from David Crawford, Hon. AIA, Executive Vice President of AIA North Carolina, who will provide additional insights into statewide efforts and initiatives supporting the profession.

This is a great opportunity to hear directly from AIA North Carolina leadership, learn what’s ahead for architects across the state, and connect with fellow members in Western North Carolina. Whether you’re a long-time member or newly involved, we encourage you to attend, ask questions, and be part of the conversation!

🎓 CEU: 1 LU

⏰Time:
Doors Open at 11:30 am. Networking is from 11:30-11:50 am
Announcements begin at 11:50
Presentation begins at 12pm

⛪Location: Trinity Episcopal Church- 60 Church St, Asheville, NC 28801

🎟Tickets:
In-Person: $10 for AIA WNC Members or $20 for AIA WNC Non-Members.
Visit bit.ly/aiawncstate to secure your ticket.
ZOOM Webinar: bit.ly/aiawncstatezoom

Join us for our first section meeting of the year with RiverLink at Trinity Episcopal Church on January 28th, from 11:50...
01/07/2026

Join us for our first section meeting of the year with RiverLink at Trinity Episcopal Church on January 28th, from 11:50am - 1:00pm.

Description: For decades, Asheville’s River Arts District (RAD) was a nationally recognized creative hub, home to more than 700 artists and a major economic engine for the region. That same proximity to the French Broad River proved devastating when Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic flooding in September 2024, destroying an estimated 80% of the district. In response, the RAD community united around recovery rooted in creativity and long-term resilience, including the formation of Unified RAD. With generous support from the global online marketplace Etsy, RiverLink and Unified RAD led a Resilience Visioning + Planning effort, selecting Sasaki as the design firm to guide the work. Through professionally facilitated charrettes and surveys involving artists, business and property owners, residents, visitors, City of Asheville representatives, planners, designers, and river experts, the process produced a shared, actionable vision for a more flood-resilient RAD. The effort identified 39 innovative public, public–private, and private catalyst projects to support the district’s economic recovery. Please join Lisa Raleigh and Joe Balcken to learn more about this work and the next steps in the RAD’s recovery journey.

Tickets: To purchase your in-person or online tickets, visit bit.ly/aiawncjan.

🎄 Get Ready to Jingle & Mingle! 🎄Join the AIA Western North Carolina crew tomorrow for our Holiday Party at AB Tech’s Iv...
12/10/2025

🎄 Get Ready to Jingle & Mingle! 🎄

Join the AIA Western North Carolina crew tomorrow for our Holiday Party at AB Tech’s Ivy Building, 5:30–8:00 PM! 🥳✨

This year’s gathering holds special meaning as we come together one year after Hurricane Helene — a moment to reflect on our community’s resilience, celebrate our collective creativity, and honor those who helped lead the recovery.

We’ll be presenting our first-ever AIA WNC Resilience + Recovery Awards, along with the Danie Johnson Memorial Award, recognizing architects, design professionals, and community members who strengthened our built environment and helped rebuild with care, equity, and resilience.

Enjoy an evening of connection with:
🍴 Small bites from Red Fiddle Viddles
🍹 Open bar
🎁 Plenty of good company and festive cheer

A huge thank you to our sponsors:
✨ Presenting Sponsor: Beverly-Grant, Inc.
🍾 Food & Beverage Sponsor: Vannoy Construction
🏨 Venue Sponsor: Henco Reprographics
🤝Contributing Sponsors: Beyond Visual Media, HONCompany, and The Radical Hotel

Admission:
AIA WNC Members & their guests: Free
Non-Members: $10 (proceeds benefit local Helene recovery efforts)

Visit eventbrite.com/e/aia-western-north-carolina-holiday-party-tickets-1964501862955 to RSVP!

Let’s celebrate our resilience, recognize incredible leaders, and toast to the year ahead! 🥂

The AIA Western North Carolina Recovery & Resilience Awards honor the people, projects, and organizations that have stre...
12/03/2025

The AIA Western North Carolina Recovery & Resilience Awards honor the people, projects, and organizations that have strengthened our built environment and supported our communities in rebuilding with care, equity, and resilience in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

We invite nominations for projects, nonprofits, architects, firms, and allied professionals who have made a meaningful and lasting impact during the region’s recovery efforts. Whether through design excellence, community leadership, collaborative problem-solving, or service to those most affected, these awards celebrate those who have helped Western North Carolina rebuild stronger and more compassionately.

All nominations will be reviewed by the AIA WNC Board. To ensure a fair and unbiased selection process, the Board will not see who submitted each nomination. Additionally, YOU MUST BE AN AIA WNC MEMBER TO SUBMIT A NOMINATION.

📆Key Dates:
Submissions Due: Monday, December 8th at 10:00 PM
Award Notifications: Wednesday, December 10th
Award Distribution: AIA WNC Holiday Party- December 11th

Help us recognize the resilience, creativity, and commitment that have shaped our community’s recovery post-Helene.

✍What Nominators Need to Submit:

To complete a nomination for the AIA WNC Recovery & Resilience Awards, please provide:

Nominee Category: Project, Nonprofit, Architect, Firm, or Allied Professional

Nominee Name or Business Name: The full name of the individual, organization, or project being nominated.

Primary Contact Information: Email and/or phone number for the nominee (or main organizational contact).

Brief Description of the Nominee: A short overview introducing the person, project, or organization.

Impact Statement: 250–500 words describing-
How the nominee contributed to recovery after Hurricane Helene, The significance of their impact on the community, How their efforts demonstrate care, equity, and resilience

Supporting Materials: Photos, drawings, or documentation of relevant work, Links to websites, articles, or project pages, Letters of support or testimonials

To Submit Your Nomination: Visit forms.gle/39TSPnMESPd6pqny9.

Join us this evening at Terra Nova Beer Co. from 5:30–7:00 PM for an easygoing, meaningful gathering with others who car...
11/19/2025

Join us this evening at Terra Nova Beer Co. from 5:30–7:00 PM for an easygoing, meaningful gathering with others who care deeply about how our community rebuilds after Helene. Your first drink is on us!

Hosted by the AIA WNC Committee on the Environment (COTE), this happy hour is an opportunity to connect with architects, designers, and community members who are passionate about resilience, recovery, and creating a stronger Western North Carolina.

Come exchange ideas, learn about ongoing recovery efforts, and discover ways to get involved in shaping a more resilient future for our region — in 2026 and beyond.

🍻 Connect. Collaborate. Build back better.

Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aia-wnc-cote-resilience-and-recovery-happy-hour-tickets-1964494147879?aff=oddtdtcreator to RSVP!

Join us on December 11th, from 5:30pm-8:00pm, for an evening of celebration, recognition, and community connection at th...
11/13/2025

Join us on December 11th, from 5:30pm-8:00pm, for an evening of celebration, recognition, and community connection at the AIA Western North Carolina Holiday Party, presented by Beverly-Grant, Inc., at the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, A-B Tech Ivy Building.

This year’s gathering holds special meaning as we come together one year after Hurricane Helene — a time to reflect on how far our community has come, to recognize the strength and creativity of our region, and to celebrate those who helped shape our recovery.

We’ll be honoring architects, design professionals, and community members who have made a positive impact in the aftermath of Helene through our first-ever AIA WNC Resilience + Recovery Awards. These awards highlight the people and projects that have strengthened our built environment and helped our communities rebuild with care, equity, and resilience post-Helene.

✨ Award Nominations Open November 19 and Close December 5.
Stay tuned for details on how to submit nominations and help us recognize the incredible individuals and teams who’ve made a difference this year.

Enjoy an evening of connection and celebration with small bites from Red Fiddle Viddles, an open bar, and plenty of good company as we toast to the end of the year — and to the future we’re building together.

🎁 Admission:
AIA WNC Members: Free to attend. Additionally spouses/partners/significant others of members are also free to attend. Just select 2 membership tickets when registering on Eventbrite, and you are good to go!
Non-Members: $10 and all proceeds benefit the Danie Johnson Memorial Fund, supporting Helene recovery and resilience efforts across Western North Carolina.
RSVP: bit.ly/aiawncholidayparty

Let’s come together to celebrate our shared resilience, recognize those who’ve led the way, and raise a glass to the year ahead.

Looking for a midweek break filled with laughs, good food, and great company? Join the AIA WNC Emerging Professionals & ...
10/20/2025

Looking for a midweek break filled with laughs, good food, and great company? Join the AIA WNC Emerging Professionals & Young Architects for a relaxed evening of board games and connection at Well Played Board Game Café!

Whether you’re a strategy master or just in it for the snacks, this is the perfect chance to unwind, meet fellow designers and architects, and build community outside the office.

Game fees are on us! Enjoy access to hundreds of games, plus delicious small bites and drinks available for purchase.

Come for the competition, stay for the camaraderie — we can’t wait to see you there!

❄️Save the Date: AIA WNC Holiday Party ❄️🎁Presented by: Beverly-Grant, Inc.🎁⏰Date & Time: Thursday, December 11 | 5:30 P...
10/16/2025

❄️Save the Date: AIA WNC Holiday Party ❄️
🎁Presented by: Beverly-Grant, Inc.🎁
⏰Date & Time: Thursday, December 11 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM⏰
🏫Location: Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, A-B Tech Ivy Building- Asheville, NC🏫

Join us for a joyful evening of connection, celebration, and reflection as we come together one year after Hurricane Helene. Let’s honor our resilience, share some holiday cheer, and celebrate the community that keeps us moving forward!

More details to come!

Join AIA WNC & AIA WNC's Committee on the Environment for our October Section Meeting’s Resilience Hub Panel, featuring ...
10/16/2025

Join AIA WNC & AIA WNC's Committee on the Environment for our October Section Meeting’s Resilience Hub Panel, featuring local leaders and design professionals, to explore how Resilience Hubs strengthen Asheville’s communities in both everyday life and times of disaster.

🌿Description: Resilience Hubs are designed to support residents during times of disaster and help improve daily life during non-emergency times. In this panel discussion, local leaders, community organizers, and design professionals will come together to share their work on developing Resilience Hubs in the City of Asheville. Panelists will highlight current initiatives, challenges, and opportunities surrounding these hubs, including their role in disaster preparedness, equitable resource distribution, and long-term community resilience. The conversation will also explore the critical role that architects and designers can play in supporting and strengthening this infrastructure from physical design to systems thinking and stakeholder coordination.

🎤 Panelists:
♻ Devon Hutton, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, GGA, GGP, NCARB- Facilitator, AIA WNC 2026 President Elect, & Founder/Principal of EcoKulture Sustainable Design + Green Building Consulting
♻ Kiera Bulan- Asheville City Government, Interim Sustainability Director
♻ Keynon Lake- My Daddy Taught Me That., Founder & Director
♻ Chris Joyell- MountainTrue, Director Healthy Communities & Appalachian Design Center
♻ Kate Pett- Thrive Asheville, Program Director

⏰Time:
Doors Open at 11:30 am. Networking is from 11:30-11:50 am
Announcements begin at 11:50
Presentation begins at 12pm

⛪ Location: Trinity Episcopal Church- 60 Church St, Asheville, NC 28801

🎟 Tickets:
In-Person: $10 for AIA WNC Members or $20 for AIA WNC Non-Members
ZOOM Webinar: FREE for all attendees
To secure your seat, visit bit.ly/aiawncotepanel.

Join us at Well Played Board Game Cafe for some fun and games! The game fee is on us. Bring a friend and get ready to ha...
10/10/2025

Join us at Well Played Board Game Cafe for some fun and games! The game fee is on us. Bring a friend and get ready to have some fun!

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