Register today and join us from October 10th through October 12th in Anchorage, Alaska for the year's foremost architectural industry networking and continuing education event.
Make plans now to come together this October with colleagues and design professionals from all over the state at The Egan Center in downtown Anchorage. Take advantage of two entire days of curious learning, professional enhancement, vendor engagement, and local immersion while networking and enjoying great food and refreshments.
This year, we seek to delve into the theme of Responsible Design through conversations that will encourage everyone to consider what design responsibility means through a kaleidoscope of unique contexts. Programs and scheduling will include topics of environmental stewardship, cultural awareness, social influence, educational advocacy, and so much more.
AIA Alaska would like to acknowledge and give reverence to the Dena'ina people, whose unceded homelands we reside on. By practicing and upholding an adherence to responsible and ethical design, we call attention to the history and impacts of settler colonialism that Alaska Native peoples are still affected by. Through our work, we seek to continually dismantle the destructive colonial legacy that settlement has left in its wake.
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This conference invites designers, planners, builders, and researchers alike to explore Alaska's unique historical, geographical, architectural, and social diversity through the context of past and future adaptations. Bringing together professionals from across the state, and beyond, we seek to cultivate a hub of ideas that fosters collaboration and discussion among a community of leaders dedicated to responsible design in Alaska.
Food Drive
This year, with the theme of Responsible Design, AIA Alaska will be hosting a food drive for the Food Bank of Alaska. For every two items of non-perishable food donated, you will receive an additional entry into the drawing for door prizes. Donations will be accepted throughout the entirety of the conference. Please see the Food Bank of Alaska's "Healthy Donations List" to better prepare donations of high priority items.
Speakers
DeeDee
Jonrowe
IDITAROD LEGEND OF THE NINETIES
DeeDee, a renowned Alaskan dog musher and kennel owner, has left an indelible mark on the world of sled dog racing. A three-time Iditarod runner-up, she holds the fastest time ever recorded for a woman. She is the only musher who competed in both the Iditarod and the Alpirod for three straight years (1992, 1993, and 1994). She co-founded Mush with PRIDE, promoting responsible dog care in mushing. Her public battle with breast cancer in 2002 transformed her into an inspirational figure, leading to her role as an honorary chairperson for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Throughout her career, Jonrowe has been recognized with numerous awards, including YWCA's Alaska Woman of Achievement, and the Leonhard Seppala Humanitarian Award. Since retiring from competitive mushing in 2018, she has focused on advocating for quality cancer care in Alaska, and participating in rescue missions. Jonrowe continues to contribute to the sport as a special correspondent for Alaska's News Source, covering the Iditarod Trail. In 2022, her lifetime of achievements was honored with induction into the Alaska Women's Hall of Fame. DeeDee will be the Opening Speaker on October 11th at the breakfast program with her presentation, Following Your Passion.
Karl
Gleason
SKYLAB ARCHITECTURE - PROJECT ARCHITECT
Karl has 15 years of experience working on high-end residential, institutional, and commercial mixed-use projects, approaching each with a commitment to purposeful design that also responds to the demands of complex and unique project types. He excels at developing inventive and experimental designs at a variety of scales, including planning, buildings, interiors, and installations. He believes that great buildings offer a broader public benefit, giving beyond what is asked of them. Karl has worked abroad with Francisco Mangado & Associates, and domestically with EL Studio, SOM, and currently with Skylab Architecture in Portland, OR. Karl is the Keynote Speaker for the October 11th dinner program.
Gabriel
Cuéllar
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ARCHITECTURE
Gabriel Cuéllar (he/him) is an architect, urban designer, educator, and co-director of Cadaster, a design practice with Athar Mufreh established in 2016. Cadaster designs for systems change, delivering strategic frameworks to local governments and community-based organizations driving systemic spatial transformation. Gabriel is currently an Assistant Professor of Architecture at the University of Michigan, where he teaches courses in urban design and housing. Prior to establishing Cadaster, which was awarded the Architectural League Prize in 2018, he worked in architecture and urbanism offices in Zurich, Paris, Amsterdam, Houston, and New York City. Gabriel's design-research focuses on the spatial dimensions of property, design approaches for contemporary environments, and the role of architecture in land politics and struggles for spatial justice. He will present this research on October 11th during the lunch program.
Benjamin
Smith, PhD
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ARCHITECTURE
Benjamin Smith is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at the University of Minnesota. He instructs a number of graduate and undergraduate courses, including Master's Final Project and Design Fundamentals. His research focuses on the history and theory of architecture, design pedagogy, and architectural aesthetics. Don't miss his presentation on October 12th during the breakfast program, where he will be discussing architecture and the responsibility of education, including its objectives and approaches for continued learning.
Young Professionals Panel
The Young Professionals Panel will feature three unlicensed professionals early in their career from across the state. Moderated by Jason Arnold of RIM Architects, the panelists will discuss their experience in the field and in Alaska thus far, what drew them to the Alaskan market, and their broader career goals. This panel will be used to shed some light on the mindset and values of new designers and future architects, and why they've chosen Alaska as a place to further their career.
Margaret
Morgenstern
ASSOCIATE AIA
ARCHITECT IN TRAINING
Margaret is an Architect in Training with MRV Architects in Juneau. They are originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, and have a Bachelors of Science in Architecture from Roger Williams University, and a Masters of Architecture from the University of Minnesota. Margaret has been working in Alaska for one year, and is currently interested in cultural architecture and design.
Jeremiah
Boswell
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Jeremiah is an Architectural Designer with Bettisworth North in Fairbanks. Originally from Edmonton, Alberta, he moved to Fairbanks in 2005 where he completed his Associate of Arts and Science degree in Drafting from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. He also holds a Bachelor's in Science of Architecture from the University of Idaho. Jeremiah has been working in Alaska since he began his schooling and is currently open to exploring all project types, but has found the most enjoyment in education centers thus far.
Andy
Kreiter
ASSOCIATE AIA
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Andy is an Architectural Designer with Bettisworth North in Anchorage. He is from Beaverton, Oregon, and has an HES Architectural Studies degree from the University of Missouri, and a Masters of Architecture from the University of Oregon. Andy has just recently moved to Alaska. His current design interests encompass a wide range of projects; from healthcare to housing.
Schedule
Sponsors
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INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS
Stantec Architecture Inc.
Venue
ABOUT THE EGAN CENTER
A generation of Alaskans have come together at the Egan Center to do business, network, celebrate, and be entertained. With the completion of nearly $5 million on upgrades in recent years, the Egan Center is ready to welcome a whole new generation of meetings and events. From conventions and expos, to intimate family gatherings, there's a space at the Egan Center for any type of event.
ADDRESS
555 West 5th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 95501
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hilton - 500 West 3rd Avenue
Cut-off Date - Monday September 9th
$256.48 per night ($229 plus $27.48 tax and fees)
Online Booking Link: AIA Alaska State Conference 2024
For over the phone reservation: call Hilton Reservations at 1-800-445-8667 and reference Group Code - AIA
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The Hotel Captain Cook - 939 West 5th Avenue
$222.88 per night ($199 plus $23.88 tax and fees)
Online Booking Link: AIA Alaska State Conference 2024
For over the phone reservation: call The Hotel Captain Cook Reservations at 907-276-6000 and reference Group Code - AIA24