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The CRAN committee connects into the Tri-Chapter Custom Residential Architect Network which provides resources and connections for architects who specialize in custom residential design. The committee assists with continuing education, advocacy and public outreach relevant to residential architects. The committee and all events are open to any area architects who include custom residential design in their practices.
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Joshua A.W. McKenrick, AIA
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05/21/2025
AIA Northern Virginia Architecture Month – 2025 Recap
AIA Northern Virginia celebrated Architecture Month during April and we’re happy to report that it was very successful*, with several sold out events. Our committees led a full slate of programs, setting up design tours, sketching workshops, and lectures to engage the many audiences we serve. Our annual celebration of all things Architecture in Northern Virginia kicked off with an

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05/21/2025
Help Us Celebrate Those Who Make a Difference
The AIA NoVA Honors & Nominations Committee is now accepting nominations for our 2025 chapter Honor Awards. We invite you to help us recognize the individuals, partners, and organizations who shape our profession and contribute to our community. Each year, we celebrate contributions across a variety of categories, including: Nominations are easy. All we need is the name of an

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05/21/2025
AIA NoVA Architect Returns to the 2025 Venice Biennale of Architecture
The 19th International Architecture Exhibition, Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective., curated by Carlo Ratti and produced by La Biennale di Venezia, is open to the public now through Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, at the Giardini, the Arsenale, and various locations across Venice. The Exhibition searches for a path forward, proposing that intelligent solutions to pressing problems can take many forms. It

Photo Credit © Rebecca Pantschyschak

Photo Credit © Rebecca Pantschyschak

Photo Credit © Rebecca Pantschyschak

Photo Credit © Rebecca Pantschyschak