AIA Birmingham

This Juneteenth, AIA Birmingham recognizes a pivotal moment in American history.

We reflect on the meaning of freedom, acknowledge progress, and support continued work toward equity for all. 🤝

Now introducing the faces behind this year’s Design Awards large projects, Jury B!👏

This skilled group of professionals bring their expertise and passion from their time spent on large-scale projects across the country. We’re excited to have their perspective as they view projects over 50,000 square feet.

Meet Jury B
- Don Kranbuehl, FAIA, LEED AP BD+C,
- Kenneth Luker, FAIA,
- Billy Askey, AIA, LEED AP,
- Phil Szostak, FAIA,

We are so appreciative to these jurors for offering their time and dedication to this year’s Design Awards! Their assessment will help recognize the creativity and innovation shaping our community.✨

A genuine thanks to our 2026 Design Awards Title Sponsor, , for making this celebration of design excellence possible!

We are proud to announce Jury A for the 2026 AIA Birmingham Design Awards!🌟

This talented group of architects brings their knowledge, creativity and a shared dedication for meaningful design. We’re honored to have them join us in recognizing design excellence in projects up to 50,000 square feet.

2026 Jury A
- Zach Hoffman, AIA, Jury Chair,
- Robby Johnston, FAIA,
- Eliza Montgomery, AIA, .choi
- Sara Queen, AIA,
- Andre Johnson, AIA, NOMA, NCARB,

We are so thankful to these jurors for giving their time and expertise for this year’s Design Awards! Their dedication will help celebrate the architects and projects shaping our built environment.

Another special thanks to our 2026 Design Awards Title Sponsor, , for supporting this recognition of design excellence!👏

Join us on Thursday, July 16, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for the 2026 Alabama Center for Architecture Scholarship Luncheon! 🎓️

This year's keynote speaker, Dennis Madsen, AICP, Manager of Urban and Long-Range Planning for the City of Huntsville, will present "A Cheesecake Factory Menu of Affordability: Huntsville's Multi-Pronged Approach to Supporting Access to Housing," exploring innovative strategies to address housing affordability and strengthen communities.

Samford Brock School of Business
$35 per ticket | $50 after July 9th

Save your seat here: bit.ly/ShopACFA

All proceeds support the Alabama Center for Architecture Scholarship Program. We hope to see you there!

We are two weeks away from the AIA Birmingham Design Awards Ceremony!🏆️⁠
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Get ready to celebrate design excellence and the amazing work from local architects in our community.🎉⁠
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Thursday, June 25th | 6:00-8:30 PM⁠
The Haven | Cocktail Attire | Valet Parking⁠
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Last day for early bird pricing is tomorrow- secure your spot today before it's too late!⌛️

AIA Birmingham invites you to experience the People’s Choice Design Awards Exhibit at Pepper Place, featuring outstanding architectural projects that demonstrate the power of design to strengthen our communities and inspire future generations!
 
Martin Biscuit Building Main Hall | June 8–21

Explore this year’s award submissions and vote for the project that best reflects excellence in design. Simply scan the QR code displayed to cast your vote 🏆
 
Join us in recognizing the architects, clients, and collaborators who are shaping a more vibrant and resilient built environment for Alabama and beyond!

We want to give a big shoutout to , the Title Sponsor of this year’s AIA Birmingham Design Awards! Your generosity gives us the opportunity to honor the architects and projects that are shaping our community. We are so appreciative of your continued support for Design Awards!✨

Join us for an evening celebrating design excellence in the community!

Thursday, June 25th | 6:00 - 8:30 PM
The Haven | 2515 6th Ave S

Tickets and tables are available at aiabham.org/shop. Link in bio.

We can’t wait to see you there!

The 2026 People's Choice Award exhibit is opening soon!🏆️⁠
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Voting begins Monday, June 8th at The Martin Biscuit Building at Pepper Place. Stop by and discover all the incredible projects submitted in this year's AIA Birmingham Design Awards, then choose your favorite!✨️⁠
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📢Come celebrate design excellence and make your voice heard. Voting is open to everyone!⁠
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📍The Martin Biscuit Building at Pepper Place ⁠
📅June 8th - June 21st

Design excellence deserves a stage — and the companies who support it help make that possible! ✨️

AIA Birmingham’s 2026 Design Awards will celebrate the architects, firms, and projects shaping the future of the built environment across Alabama and beyond. We’re currently seeking sponsors to partner with us for an evening recognizing outstanding design and community impact.

From award sponsorships to bar and jury sponsorship opportunities, your support helps create a memorable event while placing your brand alongside the region’s leading design professionals.

Join us on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at The Haven for an inspiring night of architecture, conversation, and celebration. 🏆️

Interested in sponsoring? Visit aiabham.org/shop to purchase yours today.