AIBD/American Institute of Building Design

06/11/2026

We're down to the final stretch—

1 day left to vote on the 2027 host city for the AIBD Design+Build Conference, our premier AIBD Annual Conference.

Because the AIBD Annual Conference is built around our members, we want the 2027 location to reflect your priorities for travel, networking, and learning.

If you haven't yet:

1. Open the member voting form
2. Pick your top three cities
3. Submit by end of day Friday, June 12

After voting closes, the Conference Committee will choose one city from the top three member favorites and start the RFP process; the 2027 AIBD Annual Conference site will be announced on July 1, 2027.

Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD):

Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

06/11/2026

Forty years ago, no one was designing homes with Airbnb or VRBO in mind.

Now short‑term rentals are one of the biggest fire‑safety challenges in tourist towns.

After attending a Florida Fire Marshal workshop, AIBD Executive Director Steve Mickley breaks down how inspections based on NFPA 101 and related statutes are cutting STR‑related fires and what residential designers must do differently with egress, alarms, emergency lighting, and posted info.

In this week's Midweek Meander, he shares those lessons from the porch of Key West's Southernmost House and shows how you can turn STR code fluency into a real value‑add for your clients, plus get access to a webinar replay and a client‑ready STR safety checklist.

🔗 Read the new Midweek Meander: https://american-institute-of-building-design-aibd.kit.com/posts/what-i-learned-at-a-fire-marshal-workshop-midweek-meander

06/10/2026

3 days left to help choose the 2027 host city for the AIBD Design+Build Conference (AIBD Annual Conference).

AIBD members, your top three city choices will guide where we gather next to learn, connect, and advance residential design.

✅ Review the candidate cities
✅ Select your top 3
✅ Submit the form by Friday, June 12

The Conference Committee will select one city from the top three member favorites and begin the RFP process, with the 2027 AIBD Annual Conference site announced on July 1, 2027.

Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

06/09/2026

What makes this project truly remarkable is its ability to honor 150 years of family history while embracing the demands of modern living.

With its seamless blend of reclaimed materials, handcrafted millwork, and a layout designed for both function and connection, this kitchen doesn't just serve a family—it anchors a legacy.

The ARDA for Indoor Living goes to:
Legacy Farmhouse Kitchen
By Jim Wright of Residential Designed Solutions, Inc.
rdshomedesign.com

View more at https://residentialdesignawards.com/2025-arda-winners/

06/09/2026

Help shape the future of Design+Build.

AIBD members are invited to vote on the host city for the 2027 Design+Build Annual Conference. Your input will guide where we gather to learn, connect, and advance residential design together.

✅ Review the list of candidate cities
✅ Choose your top three
✅ Submit the form by Friday, June 12

The Conference Committee will review the collective results, select a city from the top three member choices, and begin the RFP process. The 2027 site will be announced on July 1, 2027.

👉 Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

Vote for the 2027 Conference Location » American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

06/08/2026

The June 8th, 2026, edition of the Monday Minute is available for your reading pleasure:

The 2026 American Residential Design Awards (ARDA) close in one week. This is your reminder to get those projects out of your hard drive and into the spotlight.

All residential industry professionals are eligible, including individual and collaborative projects, and you can even enter the same project in multiple categories when it fits.

In this week's Monday MINUTE, we walk through ARDA, the latest jobs report and what it means for your clients' financing, pre-approved plan trends, upcoming webinars, and new AIBD member highlights.

Read the full Monday MINUTE here (or in your inbox if you're already subscribed):
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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...

06/07/2026

This outdoor space not only draws the eye but also creates a sense of journey, with multiple patios perfectly positioned to savor the hill country views.

Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee or an evening cocktail, this home is a testament to the art of blending natural surroundings with thoughtful design

The GRAND ARDA in Outdoor Living goes to:
Spyglass Modern
By Todd Glowka Builder, Inc.
Collaborating with Oscar Flores Design Studio
www.tgbuilder.com

View more at https://residentialdesignawards.com/2025-arda-winners/

06/06/2026

At the heart of this home lies a structural rammed earth wall system that is not just a wall, it's a masterpiece of engineering and design.

This feature transforms a humble material into a load-bearing marvel, supporting multiple rooflines and a second story with grace and strength.

The GRAND ARDA in Design Feature goes to:
Where Earth Meets Structure
By Ashley Vance of Semmes and Co Builders
Collaborating with Phil Kelleher
www.semmesco.com

View more at https://residentialdesignawards.com/2025-arda-winners/

06/05/2026

From its wide doorways and hallways to the luxurious owner's suite with a spa-like shower and built-in seat, this is a home that doesn't just meet the demands of today but gracefully adapts to every chapter of life, proving that accessibility can be as elegant as it is practical.

The ARDA in Published Homes goes to:
The Cheshire
By Jim Wright of Residential Designed Solutions, Inc.
rdshomedesign.com

View more at https://residentialdesignawards.com/2025-arda-winners/

06/04/2026

One feature that truly sets this residence apart is its enchanting wrap-around front porch, crowned by an octagonal porch element.

This design choice invites you to linger, to connect, and to experience the beauty of outdoor living in a way that feels both intimate and grand.

The ARDA in Published Designs goes to
Wakefield
By Chip Hudson of Hudson Home Designs
www.hhdplans.com

View more at https://residentialdesignawards.com/2025-arda-winners/