AIA Southwest Washington

AIA Southwest Washington Chapter Mission: To advance the profession of architecture for the purpose of improving our practices and our communities.

The following Chapter Purposes and related Goals further support and define the Chapter’s Mission :

• Awareness: Promote and facilitate awareness of issues impacting our practices, profession, and the community;

• Community: Architects working as a community of professionals to create better places for people.

• Knowledge: Provide resources and educational opportunities for the purpose of im

proving member practices, thereby increasing individual knowledge, profit potential, and innovation within the profession;

• Activism: Provide and facilitate opportunities for chapter members and the public to contribute to the livability and sustainability of their communities;

• Advocacy: As Architects, we give voice to our shared values in order to shape sustainable communities at the local, state, regional and national levels.

• Public Policy: Participate in influencing local and state regulatory policy related to the built and natural environments, such that individual practices, the profession of architecture, and communities are strengthened;

• Fellowship: Provide forums for professional fellowship among chapter members and the greater design community, honoring and recognizing individuals and connecting and collaborating with other organizations;

• Knowledge: AIA Knowledge Communities facilitate sharing about design and practice issues on a national and local level.

• Design: Provide forums for design advocacy and for critiquing and celebrating work within the chapter;

• Ethics: Provide forums for chapter member accountability;

• Legacy: Encourage careers within the profession of architecture by assisting young adults with scholarships towards architectural education, engagement in mentoring opportunities, and the development of future leaders within the profession.

Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State HospitalAIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
06/09/2026

Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State Hospital

AIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s most significant healthcare projects.

Join us for a guided site tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital currently under construction at Western State Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to see large-scale healthcare design and construction in action.

🗓 June 16, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
⏱ 60–90 minute tour

👷 What to know:
• PPE will be provided (hard hats, vests, gloves)
• Boots are required
• Feel free to bring your own PPE if preferred

👉 Register here:
Western State Hospital Site Tour
https://www.aiasww.org/event-details-registration/western-state-hospital-site-tour

Spots are limited—don’t miss this chance to experience a major project shaping healthcare infrastructure in our region.

Enjoy a cocktail courtesy of AIA Southwest Washington at our happy hour this Wednesday! Come on over to the Vancouver Wa...
06/08/2026

Enjoy a cocktail courtesy of AIA Southwest Washington at our happy hour this Wednesday! Come on over to the Vancouver Waterfront, where we can talk or not talk for at least a couple hours, with a nice view of the construction site of the new Port of Vancouver USA's Terminal 1 dock, future home of the Public Market!
https://www.aiasww.org/event-details-registration/happy-hour-vancouver

Join us for our next AIA Southwest Washington Happy Hour in Vancouver! We’re bringing together architects, designers, an...
05/27/2026

Join us for our next AIA Southwest Washington Happy Hour in Vancouver!

We’re bringing together architects, designers, and industry partners for an evening of connection, conversation, and community—set against the beautiful waterfront backdrop.

📍 Ondus on the Waterfront
📅 Wednesday, June 10
⏰ 5:15 PM
📍 Vancouver, WA

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, reconnect with colleagues, or just unwind after the workday, this is a great opportunity to show up and engage.

We hope to see you there!

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Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State HospitalAIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
05/26/2026

Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State Hospital

AIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s most significant healthcare projects.

Join us for a guided site tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital currently under construction at Western State Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to see large-scale healthcare design and construction in action.

🗓 June 16, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
⏱ 60–90 minute tour

👷 What to know:
• PPE will be provided (hard hats, vests, gloves)
• Boots are required
• Feel free to bring your own PPE if preferred

👉 Register here:
Western State Hospital Site Tour - https://lnkd.in/gef64pUr

Spots are limited—don’t miss this chance to experience a major project shaping healthcare infrastructure in our region.

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

🌲 Join Port Blakely for an immersive AEC Forest Tour in Olympia!Designed for architects, engineers, and construction pro...
05/26/2026

🌲 Join Port Blakely for an immersive AEC Forest Tour in Olympia!

Designed for architects, engineers, and construction professionals, this guided tour offers a real-world look at sustainable forestry, local wood sourcing, and climate-smart forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest. Lunch is included!

📍 Olympia, WA
📅 Friday, July 10, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
AIA Course

Can’t make it to Olympia? Virtual Lunch & Learn options are also available nationwide.

Topics include:
• Sustainable forest management practices
• Local timber sourcing and material performance
• Biodiversity, carbon sequestration & habitat protection
• How forestry connects to the built environment

Learn more & register:
Port Blakely AEC Education https://portblakely.com/us-forestry/aec-education

Olympia tour registration:
Olympia AEC Forest Tour Registration https://portblakely.com/aec-forestry-tours/friday-july-10

Sign up for Port Blakely's accredited AEC forest tours and courses, or book a lunch & learn on sustainable wood sourcing for AEC professionals.

Join AIA Southwest Washington for our 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Tri-Mountain Golf Course on Thursday, July 16, 2026...
05/22/2026

Join AIA Southwest Washington for our 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Tri-Mountain Golf Course on Thursday, July 16, 2026. This popular summer event brings together architects, allied professionals, and industry partners for a day of networking, friendly competition, and community building.

The tournament begins with registration at 10:00 AM followed by a shotgun start at Noon. Registration includes green fees, golf cart, driving range access, lunch, and a post-tournament awards dinner.

Whether you're playing or sponsoring, the tournament is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and support the AIA SWW community.
https://lnkd.in/gVc6qgvr

Join AIA Southwest Washington for our 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Tri-Mountain Golf Course on Thursday, July 16, 2026...
05/14/2026

Join AIA Southwest Washington for our 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Tri-Mountain Golf Course on Thursday, July 16, 2026. This popular summer event brings together architects, allied professionals, and industry partners for a day of networking, friendly competition, and community building.

The tournament begins with registration at 10:00 AM followed by a shotgun start at Noon. Registration includes green fees, golf cart, driving range access, lunch, and a post-tournament awards dinner.

Whether you're playing or sponsoring, the tournament is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and support the AIA SWW community.
https://www.aiasww.org/event-details-registration/aia-sww-21st-annual-golf-tournament

🌲 Join Port Blakely for an immersive AEC Forest Tour in Olympia!Designed for architects, engineers, and construction pro...
05/13/2026

🌲 Join Port Blakely for an immersive AEC Forest Tour in Olympia!

Designed for architects, engineers, and construction professionals, this guided tour offers a real-world look at sustainable forestry, local wood sourcing, and climate-smart forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest. Lunch is included!

📍 Olympia, WA
📅 Friday, July 10, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
AIA Course

Can’t make it to Olympia? Virtual Lunch & Learn options are also available nationwide.

Topics include:
• Sustainable forest management practices
• Local timber sourcing and material performance
• Biodiversity, carbon sequestration & habitat protection
• How forestry connects to the built environment

Learn more & register:
Port Blakely AEC Education https://portblakely.com/us-forestry/aec-education

Olympia tour registration:
Olympia AEC Forest Tour Registration https://portblakely.com/aec-forestry-tours/friday-july-10

Grown With Intention. Managed for Generations. Port Blakely is a family-owned forestry company practicing sustainable timber management in the Pacific…

Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State HospitalAIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
05/12/2026

Hard Hat Tour Opportunity – Western State Hospital

AIA Southwest Washington invites you to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s most significant healthcare projects.

Join us for a guided site tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital currently under construction at Western State Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to see large-scale healthcare design and construction in action.

🗓 June 16, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
⏱ 60–90 minute tour

👷 What to know:
• PPE will be provided (hard hats, vests, gloves)
• Boots are required
• Feel free to bring your own PPE if preferred

👉 Register here:
Western State Hospital Site Tour - https://www.aiasww.org/event-details-registration/western-state-hospital-site-tour

Spots are limited—don’t miss this chance to experience a major project shaping healthcare infrastructure in our region.

Join AIA SWW for a construction site tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital currently under construction at Western State Hospital in Lakewood. Attendees will get an inside look at the project progress and hear directly from the project team.

Exclusive Construction Site Tour Opportunity!Join for a behind-the-scenes tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital curr...
05/08/2026

Exclusive Construction Site Tour Opportunity!

Join for a behind-the-scenes tour of the new 350-bed forensic hospital currently under construction.

This is a unique opportunity to see the progress of one of Washington’s significant healthcare construction projects while connecting with fellow design and construction professionals.

📅 June 16, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
👷 Tour Duration: Approximately 1–1.5 hours

Important Notes for Attendees:
• Boots required
• PPE will be provided by Clark Construction Group
• If you have your own hard hat with straps and safety vest, feel free to bring them

Space is limited to 25 - register today!
https://www.aiasww.org/event-details-registration/western-state-hospital-site-tour

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