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What Does AIBD Actually Do For You? A Look Back at the Last Year
Aug 13, 2026 · original
Most residential design professionals will never sit in a Florida Building Commission hearing, testify before the International Code Council, or petition a county rules board to change a policy. That work happens behind the scenes, on your behalf, whether or not you’ve ever had reason to think about it. Here’s a look at what that work actually involved this year. Getting Code Language Right, Even After an Initial Rejection Early in the year, AIBD submitted proposed modifications to the Florida Building Code intended to clarify Section 107.1 and add two new defined terms — “Special Condition” and “Supplemental Construction Documents” — giving designers and building officials shared, enforceable language to work from. The Florida Building Commission’s Administrative Code Committee rejected nearly all of it in the first round of review. Rather than stop there, AIBD used the public comment p
Vote for the 2027 Conference Location
Jun 8, 2026 · original
You must be an AIBD Member and Logged IN to view this post. Member Log In This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Vote for the 2027 Conference Location appeared first on American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) .
Do You Really Need an Architect for Your New Home?
May 4, 2026 · original
For most single-family homes, additions, and remodels, you do not legally have to hire an architect, and a qualified residential building designer or Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD) can be an excellent choice. The better question is not simply whether you need an architect, but which residential design professional is the right fit for your project, budget, and goals. TL;DR For typical single-family homes, additions, and remodels, a building designer or CPBD is often a strong and cost-effective option . Architects are usually the better fit for large, complex, or highly regulated projects , or when local rules require an architect’s seal. The smartest hiring decision usually comes down to relevant experience, verifiable credentials, portfolio strength, and communication style. Do You Legally Need an Architect? For many single-family homes, additions, and renovations, the
AIBD LAUNCHES 2026 AMERICAN RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AWARDS, HIGHLIGHTS “DETACHED MULTI‑DWELLINGS” CATEGORY
Apr 16, 2026 · original
FROM: The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD), 110 Front Street Suite #300 Jupiter, FL 33477 For Immediate Release JUPITER, FL – April 13, 2026 – The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) has officially opened entries for the 2026 American Residential Design Awards (ARDA), inviting residential designers, architects, and building professionals nationwide to submit their best work at ResidentialDesignAwards.com . The program continues its legacy of recognizing the most innovative and impactful residential design projects in the country. Among this year’s categories, AIBD is spotlighting its evolving “Detached Multi‑Dwellings” category, created to recognize forward‑thinking design solutions for properties featuring two or more detached single‑family dwellings on a single lot. Now in its second year, the category reflects how modern living, land‑use pressures, and multigenera
March 2026 CPI: Navigating Costs and Client Shifts
Apr 10, 2026 · original
Instead of raising base design fees, consider a temporary, transparent travel surcharge for site visits. The March 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI) release indicates a significant spike in short-term inflation, primarily driven by energy costs, while core inflation remains relatively stable. For a small residential design firm, this creates a mixed bag of increased operational overhead and potential shifts in client behavior. How the News Affects Your Firm Higher Operational Overhead: With gasoline prices jumping 21.2% and fuel oil up 30.7% in a single month, any site visits, consultations, or procurement trips will become noticeably more expensive. Pressure on Material Costs: While “All items less food and energy” only rose 0.2%, the massive energy spike often acts as a leading indicator for manufacturing and shipping surcharges. Expect vendors to pass these costs down for heavy material
How to Get Published in AIBD Magazine (and Why It Matters)
Mar 12, 2026 · original
Getting published in AIBD Magazine (or any other magazine) can position you as an expert, attract better clients, and create long‑lasting, free marketing for your design business. Why AIBD Magazine Matters A magazine feature lives on indefinitely, giving you a credible, sharable proof point that sets you apart from your competition. Instead of hoping people notice a small ad, an article lets readers spend several pages with your work, your thinking, and your contact information. Every time that article is printed, shared, or downloaded, it keeps working for you without additional cost beyond your time to create it. How One Designer Saved Thousands In Advertising In 2005, building designer Robert J. Klob first contacted a local builder/architect magazine with a simple goal: price out a paid ad for his business. He quickly learned that meaningful ad visibility required repeated placements
The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) Showcases Designers’ Role at Record-Setting 2026 International Builders’ Show®
Feb 22, 2026 · original
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 22, 2026 – The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) played an active role at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) , exhibiting on the show floor of the Orange County Convention Center and hosting an evening gathering on the first day of the show that drew more than 40 AEC professionals. AIBD also served as one of the sponsors of the Kickoff Party honoring incoming NAHB Chairman Bill Owens, underscoring the institute’s commitment to ensuring residential designers are visibly engaged in broader home building industry leadership. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) , this year’s IBS welcomed nearly 75,000 registrants to the Orange County Convention Center Feb. 17-19, 2026, making it the largest annual light construction show in the world. IBS once again co-located with the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) for the 13th ann
Big picture: economy and housing, what it means for design firms.
Feb 20, 2026 · original
As part of our participation in NAHB’s Leading Suppliers Council, AIBD attended a 2026 International Builders’ Show briefing by Dr. Robert Dietz, Chief Economist for the National Association of Home Builders. In that session, Dr. Dietz presented NAHB’s latest economic and housing market data, along with their forecast for the next several years. The observations and recommendations in this report are drawn from that presentation, interpreted specifically for residential building design firms. The short version is this: We are in a slower, more expensive, more complicated housing cycle, but one that still clearly needs what residential designers do—just not always in the same places or in the same products as before. The economy you’re designing into. Imagine the post‑Covid economy as a long roller coaster that has finally stopped plunging and climbing and is now rattling along a flatter
The Great Housing Reset: Navigating the October 2025 Housing Slump
Jan 10, 2026 · original
In 2026, economists are already predicting a 14% surge in home sales, making this current “cooling” period a perfect time for a business reset . The latest press release from the Cencus Bureau, may be supporting that forecast. The latest New Residential Construction data from the U.S. Census Bureau and HUD reveals a cooling trend in the housing market as we head into the new year. For members of the American Institute of Building Design , these figures offer a critical pulse check on the industry, highlighting both the headwinds and potential opportunities for smaller design firms. Key Data Points at a Glance The October 2025 report shows a general deceleration across several key metrics: Building Permits: Units were authorized at a rate of 1,412,000 , a 1.1% decline from October 2024. Housing Starts: Privately owned starts fell significantly to 1,246,000 , a 7.8% decline from the previo
Help Shape Tomorrow’s Architectural Drafters
Nov 13, 2025 · original
The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is partnering with SkillsUSA on a critical initiative that will directly impact the next generation of professionals entering our industry. SkillsUSA is revamping its Architectural Drafting Standards and Competencies—the very framework that guides what students learn and how they’re evaluated in the SkillsUSA Architectural Drafting Competition. We need your voice now. The industry feedback period is open, and your perspective as a practitioner is invaluable. Why This Matters SkillsUSA’s standards shape how instructors teach and what students practice before they walk into your office. When standards are current, relevant, and aligned with what firms actually need, new hires arrive ready to contribute. When standards lag behind industry evolution, there’s a painful gap between the classroom and the workplace—one you’ve probably felt firstha

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