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FELLOWS
For those architects who have made significant contributions to architecture and to society
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About Us

The Fellows Committee seeks to stimulate a sharing of interests among Chapter Fellows, promote the purposes of the Institute, advance the profession of architecture, mentor young architects, and be of ever-increasing service to society.

The AIA Fellowship program was developed to elevate those architects who have made a significant contribution to architecture and society and who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession. Election to Fellowship not only recognizes the achievements of the architect as an individual, but also honors before the public and the profession a model architect who has made a significant contribution to architecture and society on a national level.

So how does one go about becoming a Fellow? Architect members of the AIA who have been in good standing for at least ten cumulative years may be nominated for Fellowship by their Chapter or by a petition signed by any five Fellows or any ten AIA members. In addition, each candidate must be sponsored by either an FAIA or AIA member in good standing. The sponsor provides a one-page letter of introduction to the jury that includes specific reasons why the candidate deserves to be a Fellow.  The AIA Northern Virginia Fellows Committee is here to help you through the process.  Please reach out via email to [email protected].

Our Leadership

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Manoj Dalaya, FAIA

2025 Co-Chair
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Kevin Sneed, FAIA

2025 Co-Chair

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04/23/2025

Gum Drops + Toothpicks = Geodesic Domes for Science Night in Alexandria

On March 17, 2025, the AIA Northern Virginia chapter participated in the Mt Vernon Community School, Alexandria, Virginia, annual science fair evening. We were one of a dozen organizations that provided interactive activities to elementary school age students that focused on science, engineering and technology. This was a great opportunity to get in front of future architects and teach them about design
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Photo Credit ©️ Architecture Richmond
04/23/2025

Get to Know the Legislative + Government Affairs Committee

AIA Northern Virginia’s Legislative and Government Affairs Committee serves as a vital link between the architecture profession and local governments throughout the region. The committee works to strengthen relationships with both public officials and allied professional associations, focusing on issues that shape the built environment and impact the practice of architecture. The committee’s work spans a range of important topics,
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04/23/2025

Meet the AIA NoVA Staff Team: The People Moving the Mission Forward Everyday

At the heart of our chapter is a dedicated team working hard every day to keep things running smoothly, connect with our members, and bring our mission to life. While some team members started a few years ago, two new folks recently came onboard within the past few weeks.  Whether you’ve met them already or not, here’s your chance to