Events
July Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
Aug. Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
2026 Tampa Transformation Forum (USGBC)
2026 Tampa Transformation Forum
Building for Well-Being: Strong, Connected Communities
Thursday, August 27 | 3:00–6:00 PM
LEED Property Tour at 2:00 PM, Tampa Heights Union East & West, 2002 N Tampa Street — Registration Required
Forum Location: 2002 N Tampa Street, Suite 200, Tampa, Florida
USGBC forums bring together partners, senior decision-makers and industry experts to connect, share insights, and learn from one another. This year in Tampa, we’ll explore one of the fastest-growing priorities in real estate: wellness-driven development. Across the Tampa metro region, developers, owners, investors, and designers are demonstrating that buildings built for human health, community connection, and long-term resilience are the market's most competitive and most fundable assets.
Wellness-driven development is transforming how green buildings are financed, delivered, and evaluated. In LEED v5, the Quality of Life impact area now represents 25% of all credits, elevating human health, occupant experience, equity, and community resilience from “nice-to-haves” to essential drivers of high-performance buildings and stronger, more connected communities.
Join USGBC Florida, the City of Tampa, and Tampa Bay's leading developers, capital partners, and design innovators as we dig into what this shift means for the market right now and how the strategies emerging from the region’s most ambitious projects and communities are setting the bar for what comes next
AIA Tampa Bay is delighted to serve as a partner organization on this program. Join us!
Sept. Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
DEADLINE for Honor Award Nominations
September 18th at 5PM is the deadline for all Honor Award Nominations. Selected nominations will be awarded at Celebrate Design Honor + Design Awards Reception at El Centro Asturiano de Tampa on November 5th, 2026.
Click HERE to Nominate for an Honor Award
Oct. Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
CELEBRATE DESIGN AWARDS
Sponsorships now available HERE
Get ready for the can’t-miss event of the year—an unforgettable evening with 300 of the region’s top architects, designers, and industry leaders!
Step into the stunning historic Centro Asturiano and kick off the night in its grand ballroom, where you’ll mix, mingle, and celebrate surrounded by beautiful architecture. Enjoy delicious food, live music, and an open bar while exploring sponsor exhibits and this year’s inspiring Design Award entries.
Then, at 7:45 PM, the evening reaches its pinnacle as we move into the breathtaking theater for the highly anticipated Honor & Design Awards presentation—a celebration of the very best in design across Tampa Bay.
✨ One night. One community. One unforgettable experience.
More info coming soon.
Nov. Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
Annual Sporting Clays Tournament 2026
Save the Date for AIA Tampa Bay’s Annual Sporting Clays Tournament!
Friday, December 18th 2026
Title Sponsor
FUNDrives at The Motor Enclave
SOLD OUT
Join us at The Motor Enclave for a high-octane experience!
Our Drive 4 Design party offers an open bar with cocktails, food, mixing and mingling inside the Driver's Lounge and Pirelli Pit Lane Balcony. With views of the Hard Rock Speedway, we will witness the rubber burn. A professional driver in a high performance sports car will offer guest the chance to experience the adrenaline, traveling at speeds of 100+ around the track! See thrill ride here.
Sponsorship offers great exposure, networking, a unique experience and some include Thrill Rides! See a full list of benefits HERE
Sponsorship Tiers:
Platinum: $3,000
Gold: $2,000
Silver: $1,000
Bronze: $500
Why Attend?
Connect with Industry Professionals
Build new relationships and strengthen existing ones while networking with architects, designers, contractors, engineers, and industry partners from across the Tampa Bay community.
Win an Original Work of Art Valued at $5,000
Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for a one-of-a-kind artwork created by local artist Tobin Green, valued at $5,000.
One Student will Win a FREE THRILL RIDE
One lucky student will be selected to experience the adrenaline-rush of a Thrill Ride for FREE!
See Exclusive Automotive Displays
Get an up-close look at a special vehicle from Tobin Green's personal performance car collection, showcased exclusively for event attendees.
Explore the AADMIXX Pop-Up Experience
Discover unique products, creative inspiration, and curated experiences presented by AADMIXX throughout the evening.
Enjoy Food, Drinks & Great Conversation
Connect with peers while enjoying complimentary food and beverages in a vibrant, modern atmosphere.
Take Your Experience to the Next Level
Looking for an adrenaline rush? Add a Thrill Ride Experience for just $99 and ride along with a professional driver on The Motor Enclave's world-class driving circuit.
Put Your Brand in Front of the Industry
Drive 4 Design also offers valuable sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to increase visibility and connect directly with design and construction professionals. Sponsoring the event is a great way to showcase your brand, support the industry, and engage with a highly targeted audience of decision-makers and influencers.
Tickets to Attend:
Member: $45
Non-Member: $85
Student: $20
June Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
AIA National Convention 2026
Tuesday, June 9th
Arrive in San Diego!
Wednesday, June 10th Thursday, June 11th
Tours, Seminars, Workshops, & Bootcamps Keynote
Symposia AIA26 Expo
AIA Annual Business Meeting Seminars, Architalk, & Expo CE
AIA Awards Gala Investiture Ceremony & Convocation
AIA26 Opening Party Alumni & Regional Events
Friday, June 12th Saturday, June 13th
Keynote Keynote
AIA26 Expo Tours, Seminars, & Workshops
Tours, Seminars, Architalk, & Expo CE
Open Studios
The Party!
Murder at the Masquerade Event by AIA x YAF x IIDA
SOLD OUT | REGISTRATION CLOSED
AIA Tampa Bay, Young Architects Forum (YAF), and IIDA present an evening of music, mystery, and murder at our Murder at the Masquerade event.
June 4th from 5:30PM to 8PM at Reimagine Office Furnishings
ZOOM Learn at Lunch CE: Mineral Silicate Finishes - Paints & Stains
Register HERE
MINERAL SILICATE FINISHES—Extremely durable, breathable and non-fading finishes or masonry and concrete.
This continuing education series course will cover mineral silicate paints and stains, how they function and what makes them inherently different from latex or acrylic paints. We will explore the legendary durability of mineral paints and when and where to specify them for maximum performance, and what makes these finishes ideal in new construction, renovation, and historic restoration. In addition, we will review the health, safety and welfare benefits of mineral silicates that have made them extremely popular with green and sustainable construction practices.
Keim is a 140 year old company that manufactures patented mineral silicate paints that are the longest lasting finishes for concrete and masonry of all types with colors that simply do not fade. Keim Paint is now available in Florida. This paint is unique in that it forms a chemical bond with masonry that becomes integral and will not peel unlike latex and oil based paints, offering a 20-year no peel, no fade warranty. It is also mold resistant and waterproofs the concrete but still allows vapor transmission for breathability. The perfect fit for stucco, cmu, and concrete.
ZOOM Learn at Lunch CE: Architect Standard of Care and Building Defects
Register HERE
Earn TWO LU’s after attending this ZOOM Meeting in which Design & Construction Lawyers will break down the most critical liability issues facing architects, engineers, and design professionals today.
This session will focus on where claims most often arise—defective plans and specifications, coordination failures, building code violations, and construction administration decisions—and how Florida law assigns responsibility when things go wrong. The attendee will leave with a greater understanding of the areas of risk and what to do about those risks, to better their architectural practices.
Attendees will gain clear, real-world insight into key legal doctrines that directly impact liability, including the Spearin Doctrine, supervisory control liability to contractors, and the Slavin Doctrine, which can limit exposure after project acceptance.
The program will also cover Florida’s strict statutes of limitations and repose, potential protections under §558.0035, Florida Statutes, and important damage defenses such as betterment and first-cost principles. Attendees will leave the session with a greater understanding of how these statutes relate to their practices.
AIA TB MEMBERS ONLY Q&A Session with Taryn Sabia, Assoc. AIA Candidate for Mayor of Tampa
AIA Members!
Join an engaging AIA TB-Members Only discussion with Taryn Sabia, Assoc. AIA Candidate for Mayor of Tampa. Hear her People-First Vision for Tampa.
Join AIA Tampa Bay at The Center for Architecture & Design Thursday, May 21st for a Q&A Info Session and ask the questions that matter most to you - in person. Share your concerns, ideas, and priorities for our city.
The Center for Architecture & Design
1208 N Howard Ave. Tampa, FL 33607
Thursday, May 21st from 6-8PM
Read an interview article from AIA National on Taryn Sabia, Assoc. AIA.
ZOOM Learn at Lunch CE: The Art, Science and Psychology of Daylighting and Designing with Glass from ES Windows
Register HERE
This ZOOM presentation is worth 1 HSW CEU and discusses the benefits of natural light and daylightling strategies all while utilizing inspirational and unique Facade Case Studies to showcase latest design trends. Presentation by Jack Redden with ES Windows.
Date: May 13th, 2026 @ Noon on ZOOM
Price: Members $5 | Non-Members $15
May Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
Healthcare Symposium
REGISTER HERE
The 16th Annual SMPS Tampa Bay and AIA Tampa Bay Healthcare Symposium is coming up fast, and with so much at stake and changing in the industry, this year's discussion is set to be more important than ever!
Join SMPS Tampa Bay and AIA Tampa Bay for a morning focused on the issues and headwinds that stakeholders across the healthcare industry are facing and how those challenges will impact healthcare design, construction, and capital planning across the Tampa Bay region (and Florida as a whole). You can expect actionable takeaways and insights that you can bring back to your team, not to mention, plenty of time to network and connect with peers and other industry leaders. Join 300+ professionals across healthcare, design, construction, and planning for one impactful day of learning, connection, and innovation.
CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Michelle Mader
Senior Managing Director, Healthcare Strategic Advisory at Ankura
For over 24 years, Michelle Mader has been at the forefront of transforming healthcare organizations through comprehensive system-based strategic initiatives. Her expertise lies in planning for national, multi-state, and regional networks. Michelle crafts strategic and capital plans by analyzing and collating market, financial, regulatory, operational, and facility opportunities. By prioritizing financial viability and identifying positive investment indicators, she streamlines the development process for clients, accelerates funding approvals, and fast-tracks implementation.
USF Lecture Series & Open House
USF SACD Architecture Spring 2026 Lecture Series
We’re excited to welcome an outstanding group of speakers whose work spans fabrication, research, practice, and the broader cultural forces shaping the built environment. Each event is open to students, faculty, and the wider community, and we hope you’ll be able to attend. *Each lecture will meet at USF CWY 109 at 6PM
May 6 - Brian Healy | Brian Healy Architects, Boston HMS 1st Floor Breezeway 6PM
OPEN HOUSE 7PM
USF SACD Student Exhibit on Missing Middle Housing with Professor Adriana Pablos & Students
Register FREE or Sponsor HERE
Join us for a discussion on new courtyard-based models of middle scale housing, presented by USF students. Vote for your favorite project within three categories: People's Choice Award, Best Research Project, and Best Community Approach!
These students from USF's School of Architecture & Community Design (SACD) will present their models:
Braeden Bender Oliwia Lubinska Ravyn Raynor
Keziah Clay Nory Maradiaga Dylan Tardie
Kiara Duran Benjamin McCarthy Nicholas Thomas
Shawn Fine Sofia Muniz Julia Platt
Noah Krasno Carson Perkins Siana Lemon
Food and light fare provided.
Women in Architecture Mixer at Architessa
Register HERE
* cancellations required 48 hours prior to event to avoid $10 cancellation fee.
16th Annual Golf Tournament
Thank you to all who joined AIA Tampa Bay at our 16th Annual Golf Tournament! Everyone had a great time on the courses.
Jeff Carrillo on Moisture Mapping with Electronic Leak Detection (ELD)
Register HERE
This presentation provides an in-depth overview of Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) technology used to locate breaches in roofing and waterproofing membrane systems. The session will explore the principles behind low-voltage and high-voltage ELD testing and how these methods are used to identify active leaks and membrane discontinuities in both new and existing assemblies. Attendees will gain insight into how ELD testing supports quality assurance during construction, assists in troubleshooting moisture intrusion, and helps verify membrane integrity prior to system acceptance. Real-world project examples will demonstrate how ELD testing integrates with other building envelope assessment methods to improve performance, reduce long-term repair costs, and support the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants.
USF Lecture Series
USF SACD Architecture Spring 2026 Lecture Series
We’re excited to welcome an outstanding group of speakers whose work spans fabrication, research, practice, and the broader cultural forces shaping the built environment. Each event is open to students, faculty, and the wider community, and we hope you’ll be able to attend. *Each lecture will meet at USF CWY 109 at 6PM
Apr. 21 - Mike Calvino | Calvino Architecture Studio, Tampa
May 6 - Brian Healy | Brian Healy Architects, Boston HMS 1st Floor Breezeway 6PM | OPEN HOUSE 7PM
April Monthly Board Meeting
AIA Tampa Bay monthly board meeting. Members are welcome to attend.
RSVP to dawn@aiatampabay.com
Learn at Lunch CE ZOOM: Hybrid Composite Structures - DELTABEAM with Ricardo Cuellar from Peikko
Register HERE
This one-hour AIA accredited course provides an overview of hybrid structures and their advantages and benefits. During this course, participants will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of using composite beams with steel and concrete systems. Topics will include occupant safety, environmental factors, system performance attributes, system limitations, and proper installation methods.
Members $5 | Non-Members $15
ZOOM Meeting
USF Lecture Series
USF SACD Architecture Spring 2026 Lecture Series
We’re excited to welcome an outstanding group of speakers whose work spans fabrication, research, practice, and the broader cultural forces shaping the built environment. Each event is open to students, faculty, and the wider community, and we hope you’ll be able to attend. *Each lecture will meet at USF CWY 109 at 6PM
March 31 - Shane Phillips | UCLA Housing Research, LA
Apr. 21 - Mike Calvino | Calvino Architecture Studio, Tampa
May 6 - Brian Healy | Brian Healy Architects, Boston HMS 1st Floor Breezeway 6PM | OPEN HOUSE 7PM
BEC CE Zoom Call with Harry Lubitz - Managing Exterior Stucco
Register HERE
Managing Exterior Cement Stucco Moisture Vapor Drive in Warm, Humid Climates
Registrants will receive 1 LU/HSW Hour upon attendance!
Members $5 | Non-Members $15
Join Harry J. Lubitz, MBA, CSI, CDT, ASTM, IIBEC, AIA Allied as he discusses important architectural challenges that are prevalent in our climate.
Meeting Description:
The challenge posed in the warm, humid climate of the south US region causes significant water management and vapor drive issues on the exterior envelope of stucco clad structures. There are several methods to manage the water and moisture vapor, and we will examine each to understand which provides the best option for both mass walls (i.e. Block or Precast Concrete) and framed walls (i.e. OSB sheathing on wood studs for residential structures and glass-mat sheathing on steel framed commercial structures). We will also examine the specific IBC, IRC and Florida Building Code language and requirements for exterior water management in both residential and commercial applications and provide guidance to minimize intrusion and prevent customer complaints and litigation.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
1. Understand the specific challenges of using cement stucco in warm, humid climates versus dry climates by examining the water resistance and moisture vapor drive of common applications.
2. Examine water management options as described in the IBC, IRC and Florida Building Code.
3. Learn which water management systems work in warm, humid climates and which may not.
4. Designing and detailing stucco cladding for code compliance and limiting of liability.
5. Research new potential moisture vapor permeability management options and best practices to address the potential shortfalls of exterior stucco cladding installations.
Design Week
Tampa Bay Design Week is a multi-day celebration of design, with daily events that bring together the architecture and local community to celebrate how design improves our lives.
YAF x AIAS Mentor/Mentee Mixer @ The Center
CURRENT mentors and mentees, join YAF and AIAS for the Mentor/Mentee Program at The Center for Architecture and Design on Wednesday, February 11th!
A new mentorship program will launch in September for those who’d like to participate in the 2026 - 2027 school year.
Voice of Architecture ‘26 Economic Outlook Panel
Join us for our 7th annual Voice of Architecture, Economic Outlook panel discussion and reception.
We reveal the results of our member survey and invite our panelists to share their interpretation of the results and their own insights on what’s ahead this year.
View survey results HERE
View event photos HERE
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