AIA 2012 National Convention
Welcome to Washington
The AIA 2012 National Convention Advisory Committee welcomes you to one of the world’s greenest, walkable, and beautiful cities – Washington, D.C.
Architect Live:
Hear Live from Leading Thinkers
Programming on May 17 includes an interview with Steven Ayers, FAIA, Architect of the Capital (10:30 a.m.), and a presentation on the AIA Energy Modeling Practice Guide (12:55 p.m.).
Don’t Miss: The Moynihan Symposium, 1:00 p.m.
Attend the symposium to celebrate Sen. Moynihan’s legacy and explore the future of federal architecture. Free registration, 2.50 LUs.
Keynote Presentations, May 17 – 19
Hear unique perspectives about the architect’s role in the past, present, and future and attend a special ceremony honoring the architects involved after 9/11.
AIA Virtual Convention
Earn AIA LUs with more than 30 education sessions presented live from the AIA 2012 National Convention via web simulcast and through on-demand replay.
Open Source Office, Booth #2027
Discover OSO, an exhibit about the future of architecture. Interact with the physical exhibit or share your ideas in our virtual community on the Mind Mixer website.
Apps to Keep You Connected
Discover seven apps that can help you make the most of your convention experience, including the new AIA 2012 National Convention Mobile App.
AIA Town Hall, Booth #138
Maximize your membership by visiting the Town Hall. Highlights include portfolio reviews, the AIA 2012 TweetUp, Google SketchUp, and more.
Joplin’s Return
Discover how Joplin, Missouri, rebuilt in the wake of a recession and a tornado, and other stories in the latest issue of Architect Magazine.
AIA Delegate Book for National Convention
Find information about accreditation and voting procedures at the AIA 2012 National Convention, including 2012 convention resolutions.
Dine + Design DC (PDF)
Discover nearly 70 restaurants in Washington, D.C. Compiled by AIA¦DC, this handy guide includes notes about architecture firm, design and food for each entry.
Spend a Night at the Newseum
Thursday, May 17 | 7–10 p.m.
For one night, AIA l DC transforms the prototypical two-party town into just one—as the host chapter party celebrates a Night at the Newseum. Attend and explore this 250,000-square-foot museum focusing on the history of news media and information technology. Live entertainment and a special menu created by Wolfgang Puck round out the evening.
A Local Member Welcomes You to D.C.
David T. Haresign, FAIA, AIA|DC vice president and president-elect, shares how volunteers are working to make convention memorable and spotlight Washington.
Dine + Design DC (PDF)
Discover nearly 70 restaurants in Washington, D.C. Compiled by AIA|DC, this handy guide includes notes about architecture firm, design and food for each entry.
Talk Shop at the AIA|DC Salon
Stop by the AIA|DC Salon, booth 2627 in the expo hall. Chapter representatives will be on hand to introduce you to local architects, discuss the city's architectural history, and present a series of continuing education programs.
Take Me Out
EV105. The Washington Nationals take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at the nation's first LEED Silver-certified ballpark. A spring evening in D.C., nine innings of fun, and concessions from local favorites, make for an unforgettable night out at the old ball game.
Architecture is Frozen Music
EV323. Goethe said that the tone of mind produced by architecture approaches the effect of music. In one special event, you can experience both—first, dinner at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, then a concert of Brahms and Haydn performed by the National Symphony Orchestra.
Get the Authoritative Source on D.C. Architecture
AIA|DC has published a new edition of the venerable AIA Guide to the Architecture of Washington, D.C. As you explore the city's diverse mixture of architectural projects, the book or iPhone app serves as your knowledgeable tour guide.
AIA|DC Awards for Unbuilt Architecture
One of three exhibits organized by the National Building Museum, this exhibit is on view at the District Architecture Center (401 F Street NW) during convention.
Building the Next Generation of Architects
This planned community project will help disadvantaged high school students to prepare for careers in architecture. The Visual Language Lab project will benefit Phelps High School—a magnet public high for architecture and engineering.
The Architects of Healing
Join us to honor the architects who helped heal the nation after 9/11. Watch a preview of the inspiring stories you will hear at a special general session on May 19.
AIA 2012 Diversity Recognition Program
D.C.'s Mid-Century Modernist Core
50 years ago, a new architecture expressed a direct counterpoint to the Neo-Classical buildings and monuments of federal D.C. This feature includes an interactive slideshow and map.
Architect Barbie's Play Experience
She made her debut in New Orleans. This interactive page and gallery from Mattel helps girls understand the profession.
AIA Broadcastr: The Timeless Voice of Architecture
Discover 1050 K Street with Yolanda Cole and hear why she refers to this building as a “jewel box.” Download the Broadcastr app to explore other unique D.C. locations.
Curious Capital Architecture
Take a tour of unusual and quirky architectural gems well worth visiting during the AIA 2012 National Convention.
The Washington that Might Have Been
View a selection of photos from the National Building Museum’s exhibit, Unbuilt Washington, on view during convention.
Dynamic District: Democracy in Architectural Form
Explore some of Washington's newest buildings and sites, several of which are featured in convention seminars and tours.
AIA 2011 National Convention Provides Tangible Legacy for New Orleans
See how materials from the 2011 National Convention's "AIA Avenue" are being reused in construction of a Tulane School of Architecture/NHS URBANbuild house.
AIA Convention on Twitter
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Emerging Professionals TweetUp and YAF Chat on May 17
Attend the TweetUp and network with AIA EPs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. ET on May 17. You can also participate in a Twitter chat on how AIA can help reposition architects and explore challenges faced by EPs.
EPs TweetUp
YAF Twitter Chat
Looking for Convention News on Twitter?
The official convention Twitter hashtag is #aia2012, and be sure to follow @AIANatlConv for the latest updates.
Meet Your Twitter Friends at the AIA 2012 TweetUp
Connect with your Twitter contacts at the AIA National Convention by attending the AIA 2012 TweetUp in the Town Hall on Friday, May 18, from 3–4 p.m. ET.
Jane Jacobs Twitter Chat – May 18
Chat with Scott Kratz (@ScottKratz), vice president for education at the National Building Museum, about Jane Jacobs' legacy.
Apps to Keep You Connected
Discover seven apps that can help you make the most of your convention experience, including the new AIA 2012 National Convention Mobile App.
Open Source Office, Booth #2027
Discover OSO, an exhibit about the future of architecture. Interact with the physical exhibit or share your ideas in our virtual community on the Mind Mixer website.
AIA Virtual Convention
Earn AIA LUs with more than 30 education sessions presented live from the AIA 2012 National Convention via web simulcast and through on-demand replay.