Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, Inc.Fredericksburg, Virginia Photographs ©  Keith Isaacs Project Partner: Harvey Cleary The Fredericksburg VA Health Care Clinic is a model for veteran healthcare, providing essential services to communities between. Richmond and Washington, D.C. As one of the largest developer-led VA facilities in the country, the clinic offers 21 clinical servicelines, including primary care, mental health, imaging, outpatient...

Each year, the Co-Chairs of the Design Awards Committee travel to a different region of the country, partnering with a local AIA component to assemble a jury of architects who bring fresh perspectives to the review process. By engaging professionals from outside our area, the Chapter ensures a thoughtful and impartial evaluation of its Design Awards submissions. This year, the...

Every chapter is strengthened by the people who go above and beyond—those who lead, mentor, innovate, advocate, volunteer, and elevate the profession in ways both large and small. Do you know someone whose contributions deserve to be recognized? The AIA Northern Virginia Honors & Nominations Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Chapter Honor Awards. This is your opportunity...

Last month, the AIA Northern Virginia Committee on the Environment (COTE) and the Community Service Committee came together to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a clean-up event hosted by the Potomac River Keeper Network.  Inspired by the same desire to care for, protect, and give back to our environment and our community, the group seized this opportunity to collaborate...

The AIA Northern Virginia Women in Architecture (WIA) Committee brought together an inspiring cross-section of the region’s design community for the sold-out Women in Architecture 2026 30×30 Celebration on June 1 at The Locket at The Key in Rosslyn. The evening honored the remarkable women recognized through the committee’s “30 Women in 30 Days” initiative, a program that highlights women...

Welcome to the AIA Northern Virginia Newsroom! We love celebrating the people and projects that make our communities thrive. Our press releases share stories from across our Chapter—from local events that bring neighbors together to the talented designers and teams recognized for their outstanding work. Explore our latest announcements to stay connected with the architects, projects, and ideas making a...

Professional awards and scholarships play a vital role in recognizing excellence, supporting emerging talent, and advancing the future of architecture. From honoring innovative design and leadership to providing critical financial support for students and early-career professionals, these opportunities help shape meaningful careers and elevate the profession as a whole. Below is a curated list of architecture awards and scholarship opportunities...

StudioMBWashington, DC Photographs ©  Thomas Holdsworth Project Partners: Gilbane and PNV Situated along Watts Creek Branch on the Anacostia River in Northeast Washington DC, the modernization of the original 1960’s elementary school structure adds approximately 24,000 SF to a renovated 4 story structure of 50,000SF. The improved 74,000-square-foot facility serves PreK-5 students and upgrades existing spaces, including replacing an undersized...

For two Saturdays in April, the AIA Northern Virginia Custom Residential Architect Network (CRAN) participated in local festivals with an ‘Ask an Architect’ pop-up tent. The booth provided festival goers with the opportunity to ask architects anything they might be curious about as it related to the design and construction process. Attendees also got to learn about the American Institute...

The AIA Northern Virginia Committee on the Environment (COTE) was excited to showcase the HITT HQ building, an integral part of the mixed-use transit-oriented development at the West Falls Church Metro Station. With direct transit access, nearby multifamily housing, retail, and restaurants, the project will bring new energy and help reinvigorate the Falls Church community and local economy. The tour...