May 20, 2026 My architecture journey began 51 years ago, when at 17 I left my beloved San Francisco for Cal Poly San Luis Obispo to become an architect. At the time, only 20% of architects were women, and only three of us in a sea of men when I started classes. I transferred two years later to SciArc and was part of the first accredited class to earn a bachelor’s degree just 3 months shy of my 20th birthday. By doubling up on coursework to save money, my hard work paid off

May 6, 2026 Know a colleague who hasn't yet joined AIA Central Valley? Help us grow our community by passing along the attached document — and while you're at it, share what your membership means to you. A personal recommendation from a trusted peer goes a long way. Let's welcome them into the fold!

If you live in California, you already know—we’re in the middle of a housing crisis. The big question is how to create more housing that people can actually afford.

The California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA) program supports architects, engineers, and project teams in designing high-performance, energy-efficient buildings across California. Through CEDA, project teams can access:

Jennifer Sinclair has spent nearly a decade with Sierra Pacific Windows, beginning her career in marketing before moving into her current role as an Architectural Consultant for Northern California and Reno...

February 10, 2026 When I first arrived in Sacramento over 50 years ago, I had a newly minted Master of Architecture degree from UC Berkeley. I was working for Sim Van der Ryn and Barry Wasserman at the state architects office, along with other recent graduates, towards developing the Capitol Area Plan. Joining the AIA was the last thing on my mind. I was working towards my license, and starting my family. After a short time, I realized that the AIA/Central Valley Chapter wa

Welcome to an exciting year at AIACV as we build on the successes of our first year of the five-year strategic plan. We're thrilled to officially welcome Kelly Garman as our new Executive Director, bringing fresh energy and perspective to our chapter. ​This year, our focus is squarely on enhancing membership value, engagement, and ensuring long-term sustainability for everyone involved.​

2025 was a very active year for AIACV! I am extremely thankful for the privilege to serve as President and make strong connections with so many of our members and partners.

Artwork by DLR Group Welcome to the AIA Central Valley’s Experience Architecture 2025 ! We are truly excited to share this year’s lineup...