AIA St. Paul

AIA St. Paul AIA St. Paul, a chapter of AIA Minnesota, provides leadership, networking, and outreach opportunities

Join AIA St. Paul and Urban Sketchers Twin Cities on Sunday, June 14, from noon to 3:00 PM for a creative afternoon expl...
06/03/2026

Join AIA St. Paul and Urban Sketchers Twin Cities on Sunday, June 14, from noon to 3:00 PM for a creative afternoon exploring the Rice Park area of Downtown St. Paul. We will meet at the Rice Park Fountain at noon to provide some architectural background on the park and three nearby architectural gems: the St. Paul Downtown Library, the Ordway Center, and the Landmark Center. Sketching prompts will be provided for those interested in stretching beyond their usual approach.

This is a casual, outdoor event open to all skill levels, and kids are more than welcome to join the fun! Please dress for the weather and bring your own sketching materials. We will provide some light snacks and water, but feel free to bring along anything else you might need for the afternoon.

Learn more and register to attend: https://www.aia-mn.org/event/st-paul-urban-sketchers/

04/15/2026

Taking the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) can be stressful and scary! Come for our second installment of a fun night of ARE trivia on Friday, April 24 in St. Paul. Meet peers who are on the path to licensure and architects looking to test their knowledge. Cost is free with one complimentary drink ticket. Teams will be formed once you arrive. Grab some friends and join us! Register now: https://ow.ly/v9jM50YK2zp

AIA St. Paul is thrilled to announce the results of the 2025 AIA St. Paul Prize design competition. A jury of Kyle Patne...
02/18/2026

AIA St. Paul is thrilled to announce the results of the 2025 AIA St. Paul Prize design competition. A jury of Kyle Patneau, AIA, Seann Ringwall, AIA, Ellen Stewart, Ross Altheimer, Assoc. AIA, Joe Spencer, Dave Higgins, and Andrew Sun reviewed the submissions and were impressed by the exceptional quality of work presented.

Recipient: “Unbound” by Alap Parikh, Assoc. AIA, M.Arch
https://www.aia-mn.org/spp-2025-recipient/

The analysis of site context and the issues identified in the prompt is methodical and well-reasoned, effectively leveraging local precedents to inform both needs and potential solutions. The proposal establishes a strong connection to Downtown through visual and pedestrian extensions of Minnesota Street and Cedar Street. Adaptive reuse of the existing structures along Kellogg Boulevard into mixed-use towers thoughtfully embraces underutilized infrastructure to provide housing and community amenities. From a master planning perspective, the proposal successfully addresses the prompt and promotes a level of vibrancy not achieved by the other submissions. While the design and imagery are compelling, they may be somewhat overly ambitious; greater restraint could yield improved aesthetic consistency.

The AIA St. Paul Chapter extends its heartfelt thanks to all participants for their thoughtful and creative contributions. Each submission reflected a deep understanding of the prompt and showcased the talent and vision of our design community.

To celebrate the exceptional talent showcased in the competition, all submissions are featured on our website https://www.aia-mn.org/2025-spp/ This virtual exhibition allows a broader audience to appreciate the innovative ideas that came out of this two-and-a-half-week competition.

01/27/2026

AIA Minnesota is proud to stand with our members who are exercising their constitutional rights and showing up in support of immigrants – including the immigrant members of our architecture community.

We are focused on supporting our members and staff who are navigating this difficult time, whether they and their loved ones face the fear of leaving their homes, are stepping forward to protest and to protect their neighbors, or are balancing ongoing professional and family obligations with civic engagement and community service. We are grateful for all the ways our members are exhibiting the empathy and humanity that is central to the profession of architecture.

The AIA St. Paul Prize is coming November 6-25! The AIA St. Paul Prize is an annual design competition that recognized i...
11/05/2025

The AIA St. Paul Prize is coming November 6-25! The AIA St. Paul Prize is an annual design competition that recognized innovative ideas from emerging professionals in Minnesota, but in 2025 it will expand its eligibility to include both architecture students and multi-disciplinary teams. This change aims to foster broader participation, diverse perspectives, and cross-disciplinary innovation by challenging participants to propose forward-thinking solutions with meaningful impact. November 6-25, 2025. Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/MxFU50XnlLT

The AIA St. Paul Prize is coming November 6-25! The AIA St. Paul Prize is an annual design competition that recognized i...
10/30/2025

The AIA St. Paul Prize is coming November 6-25! The AIA St. Paul Prize is an annual design competition that recognized innovative ideas from emerging professionals in Minnesota, but in 2025 it will expand its eligibility to include both architecture students and multi-disciplinary teams. This change aims to foster broader participation, diverse perspectives, and cross-disciplinary innovation by challenging participants to propose forward-thinking solutions with meaningful impact. November 6-25, 2025. Learn more and apply: https://www.aia-mn.org/.../st-paul-events/st-paul-prize/

Join us for an exclusive tour of the SageGlass headquarters. SageGlass, headquartered in Faribault, MN, is the global pi...
09/17/2025

Join us for an exclusive tour of the SageGlass headquarters. SageGlass, headquartered in Faribault, MN, is the global pioneer of smart window technology, with over 1,600 completed projects worldwide. During this exclusive tour, visitors will gain an inside look at the advanced manufacturing process behind electrochromic smart windows at a state-of-the-art facility.

Attendees traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Faribault will also earn 1 LU/HSW CE credit by attending the presentation “AIA CES 622: Introduction to Dynamic Glass.”

After the tour, guests will have the opportunity to connect with the SageGlass team, explore the innovative technology in greater depth, and be among the first to experience SageGlass RealTone™, the latest evolution in smart windows. Visitors will be asked to sign a basic Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before arriving for the tour.

Registration is limited. Secure your spot today: https://www.aia-mn.org/event/fft_sageglass/

Taking the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) can be stressful and scary! Come for a fun night of getting a taste ...
09/05/2025

Taking the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) can be stressful and scary! Come for a fun night of getting a taste of the information on the ARE and meet peers who are on the path to licensure. If you are already licensed, come test your knowledge against the current ARE standards. Can you keep up with the next generation of architects? Cost is free with one complimentary drink ticket. Teams of 1-4 are preferred. Grab some friends and join us!

Registration is limited. Secure your spot today: https://www.aia-mn.org/event/fft_are_trivia/

• Host: Trevor Bullen, AIA, NOMA, NCARB, AIGA, Dean, School of Design; Construction Sciences & Business Dunwoody College of Technology
• Cost: Free, with one complimentary drink ticket per person. Non-alcoholic drink options available.
• Food: Snacks provided, including vegan and gluten free options.

This Saturday, June 21! — Join AIA St. Paul at select locations to get to know Downtown Saint Paul as part of the Food f...
06/18/2025

This Saturday, June 21! — Join AIA St. Paul at select locations to get to know Downtown Saint Paul as part of the Food for Thought series. We will be walking and sketching a path through Downtown Saint Paul and then stopping to enjoy the 2025 Jazz Fest at the conclusion of the walk. Register to attend: https://www.aia-mn.org/event/fft_sketching/

Join us on Saturday, June 21, at select locations to get to know Downtown Saint Paul as part of the Food for Thought ser...
06/11/2025

Join us on Saturday, June 21, at select locations to get to know Downtown Saint Paul as part of the Food for Thought series. We will be walking and sketching a path through Downtown Saint Paul and then stopping to enjoy the 2025 Jazz Fest at the conclusion of the walk. Register to attend: https://ow.ly/XCYz50W7V8K

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