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AIA Mississippi A Chapter of the American Institute of Architects

All right folks! Register today for the 2026 AIA Mississippi Convention!We're excited to have Keynote Speaker: Brian Mac...
08/28/2026

All right folks! Register today for the 2026 AIA Mississippi Convention!

We're excited to have Keynote Speaker: Brian MacKay-Lyons from MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple

Check out the exciting lineup set for October 7-9 in Starkville, MS which also features Todd Walker from Archimania, a student/professional charrette, the 2026 AIA MS Design Awards, and multiple building and walking tours, AND our Vendor Hall!

Book Today! The room block closes on September 7 - limited rooms remaining!

Convention Registration Here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260904701144146

Room Block: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1773866293529&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1426293997347571961&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5ubGFmZmRpbGpkaVadmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqkW1wYlpiUSYANYYmXWAAAAA%3D&inventoryMissing=true

Flashback to 2024! ⏰ JBHM Architecture earned a Citation for the Mississippi University for Women Culinary Arts Building...
08/26/2026

Flashback to 2024! ⏰ JBHM Architecture earned a Citation for the Mississippi University for Women Culinary Arts Building. This project showed us how to blend education with amazing spaces.

Mississippi University for Women envisioned a modern culinary arts building with a unique facade blending classic materials and contemporary design. The curved front influenced both interior and exterior design, fostering a focused learning atmosphere where integrated technology enhances the educational experience. The jury was compelled to acknowledge this work of architecture for its undeniable qualities and attention to detail, proportion, and craft.

Fresh creative energy coming through! 🎨 Kudzu Collective took home a Merit Award for Lagniappe Leland. This project brin...
08/26/2026

Fresh creative energy coming through! 🎨 Kudzu Collective took home a Merit Award for Lagniappe Leland. This project brings that special something to the table, with great design and local character. Fantastic work!

These three dilapidated storefronts were meticulously recreated, resulting in a beautiful facade that adds life and character to the streetscape. The jury noted the attention to detail and historic reference in the design of the new wood storefronts, entry doors and custom awnings. The new arched openings, which showcase the original brick walls, were thoughtfully placed to create visual and physical connections between the three spaces.

We are thrilled to officially launch the new AIA Mississippi + Mississippi State University CAAD Mentorship Program! 🏛️✨...
08/20/2026

We are thrilled to officially launch the new AIA Mississippi + Mississippi State University CAAD Mentorship Program! 🏛️✨

We are partnering with AIAS and MSU College of Architecture, Art, and Design [Starkville and Jackson campuses] to connect students directly with emerging architects and leaders across the state. This program bridges the gap between the classroom and real-world practice, guiding the next generation of design professionals.

Mississippi State University School of Architecture
AIAS Mississippi State University
Mississippi State College of Architecture, Art, and Design

Swipe to see how you can get involved, and hit the link in our bio to register as a mentor or student mentee! 🔗

Tomorrow! Registration link in bio 🪐
08/19/2026

Tomorrow! Registration link in bio 🪐

AIA Mississippi 2026 Convention -Keynote Speaker: Brian MacKay-Lyons, MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple ArchitectsPresented with M...
08/18/2026

AIA Mississippi 2026 Convention -Keynote Speaker: Brian MacKay-Lyons, MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects

Presented with Mississippi State University School of Architecture

AIA Mississippi is proud to welcome internationally acclaimed architect Brian MacKay-Lyons as keynote speaker for this year’s Annual Conference. A founding partner of MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects, his celebrated body of work includes projects such as the iconic Two Hulls House and the influential Ghost Laboratory, reflecting an architectural philosophy deeply rooted in place, landscape, material, and craft. A recipient of the RAIC Gold Medal, the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture, and appointment to the Order of Canada, MacKay-Lyons is also known as an engaging educator and storyteller whose work has influenced architects well beyond his native Nova Scotia. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the profession’s most distinctive voices and promises to be a highlight of this year’s conference.

Register Here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260904701144146

Applications for the 2026 Emerging Professional Friendly Firm Awards are officially open!Does your firm actively support...
08/11/2026

Applications for the 2026 Emerging Professional Friendly Firm Awards are officially open!

Does your firm actively support emerging professionals through structured mentorship, clear licensure guidance, strong workplace culture, and early leadership development? Now is the time to get recognized.

This program celebrates architecture firms that go above and beyond to create environments where the next generation of design talent can thrive.

The awards deadline is September 18th, 2026.

Winners will be announced at AIA Mississippi state Convention in October.

Register for an exclusive AIAMS tour for 1 HSW 👀 Originally opened in 1979 as the Russell C. Davis Planetarium, this ico...
08/10/2026

Register for an exclusive AIAMS tour for 1 HSW 👀 Originally opened in 1979 as the Russell C. Davis Planetarium, this iconic downtown landmark has inspired more than one million visitors and generations of Mississippi students through science, astronomy, and space exploration. After more than four decades of service, aging infrastructure created the opportunity to completely reimagine the facility for a new generation of learners. CDFL designed the 30,000-square-foot renovation and expansion that transformed the historic facility into the McNair–Davis Planetarium, honoring astronaut Dr. Ronald E. McNair while preserving the architectural legacy of Thomas Biggs. The comprehensive project reimagines the planetarium as a state-of-the-art STEM education destination through a new digital dome theater, immersive exhibits, flexible learning environments, and a dramatic new public entrance that connects the planetarium with the adjacent Arts Center of Mississippi. Rather than simply renovating the existing building, CDFL developed a comprehensive vision that expands the planetarium’s educational mission while creating an engaging civic destination for downtown Jackson.

…and we are back! Join us for our 4th Annual Firm Expo at the Jackson 5th Year Center. Firms are encouraged to register ...
08/05/2026

…and we are back! Join us for our 4th Annual Firm Expo at the Jackson 5th Year Center. Firms are encouraged to register via the link in our bio, and 5th year students are encouraged to show up with enthusiasm to learn what our great state has to offer 🧱

2025 Honor Award! 🎯 Duvall Decker's Small Arms Training Center is proof that even the most utilitarian building can be a...
07/27/2026

2025 Honor Award! 🎯 Duvall Decker's Small Arms Training Center is proof that even the most utilitarian building can be award-worthy architecture. The envelope, 8" tilt-up concrete panels wrapped in a vented brick rainscreen, is built to beat Mississippi's heat and humidity. Passive strategies do the heavy lifting: a reflective metal roof, convection-driven walls, and a perforated sunshade that filters southern light into the classroom. One juror called it a "straight-shooting" building, simple in form yet deeply intentional. Even the recessed brick and pilasters nod to the trajectory of a bullet, tying design to purpose. Clarity, restraint, performance.

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