AIA Detroit relies on and empowers its members to advances the causes, initiatives, and interests that best represent the practice of architecture in metro Detroit. Select a committee below to learn more, or email info@aiadetroit.com with general questions.
The BC&RC is dedicated to advancing the understanding of the architectural profession and awareness of building codes, regulations and the public laws governing the building industry, its regulators and the practice of architecture within the construction industry. The BC&RC:
A. Fosters interaction between Building Officials and Architects.
B. Conducts continuing education seminars relating to building codes and regulations.
The Building Enclosure Council of Greater Detroit is part of a national network founded jointly by the American Institute of Architects and the National Institute of Building Sciences to foster effective performance of building exteriors.
By providing a forum for all construction professionals, each Council serves to share objective building enclosure information of interest to the local design/construction community. The Greater Detroit Council is a non profit with no dues or membership requirements, and is affiliated with the Detroit Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Detroit).
The 2024 Celebration of Architecture will be held at The Majestic Theatre on September 12th, 2024.
The AIA Detroit Celebration of Architecture is the largest annual gathering of AEC professionals in Michigan, and AIA Detroit is proud to use it as a platform to showcase how Design can be a driver for sustainable and equitable development around the world.
Our mission is to advocate for equity, empowerment, and the value of inclusion through the promotion of partnerships and the exchange of diverse perspectives within the design community.
Learn MoreThe Committee on the Environment works to advance, disseminate, and advocate—to the profession, the building industry, the academy, and the public—design practices that integrate built and natural systems and enhance both the design quality and environmental performance of the built environment. COTE serves as the community and voice on behalf of AIA architects regarding sustainable design.
Learn MoreAIA Detroit Technology in Architectural Practice Committee [TAP], Detroit-area BIM User Group [DABUG], and Computational Design Detroit [co.de.D]
Through continuous open dialogue with the local building industry, including Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Owners and Governing Agencies, TAP will help identify and educate how technology has changed the building process, specifically within the Architectural Practice.
Objectives:
1.) Collaborate with all aspects of the building industry in matters pertaining to technology’s influence in today’s profession and built environment.
2.) Identify opportunities that have presented themselves through building process’ adoption of technology and reinforce the advantages through educating and networking of these ideas within membership.
3.) Identify hurdles that have presented themselves through building process’ adoption of technology and identify solutions through educating and networking of these ideas within membership.
4.) Communicate regularly with membership topics regarding technology in practice – through all committees of AIA Detroit - reinforcing how technology can impact all aspects of our profession.
The AIA Detroit Emerging Professionals Committee (EPC) empowers the next generation of architects and their collaborators in Metro Detroit
VISION
The EPC aims to foster the growth of future leaders in the architectural profession. Members and allied partners will have access to an inclusive platform for knowledge-sharing and professional development. Programming will focus on elevating underrepresented voices in metro Detroit communities.
CORE VALUES
Engaging, Listening, Leading
Programming FOCUS AREAS are based on AIA Detroit's Strategic Plan:
• Knowledge (e.g. education, tech, ARE exams, site tours)
• Resiliency (e.g. social/community, health, climate topics)
• Pathways (e.g. career development, networking, panel discussions)
"The UPC strives to improve local neighborhoods, encourage design thinking, and build connections and relationships."
The UPC is a volunteer-driven committee of the (AIA) Detroit Chapter. It is our mission to make impact in the sustainable development of Detroit by partnering with civic, business, and community leaders that contribute to one or more of the following goals:
1) Creating, or contributing to the creation of, replicable and catalytic models for improvement
2) Illustrating the capacity for design oriented solutions to make real impact in a community
3) Increasing visibility and sparking dialogue about the Detroit design community, architecture, and urban environments