What they call their work
What they do
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Professional Development & Advocacy for Designers 2 activities
- Advocates for architectural excellence and sustainable designAdvocates for high standards in architectural design and promotes sustainable practices, including climate-responsive and energy-efficient solutions, within the architecture community.
- Provides educational representation for architectsProvides representation and educational information to architects in eastern New York State to support professional practice and engagement.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Provides continuing education and professional developmentOrganizes accredited continuing education programming, including webinars and in-person study sessions, to support architects' professional growth and licensure preparation.
- Supports emerging professionals in architectural licensureProvides study materials, networking events, and study sessions to support emerging professionals preparing for architectural licensure exams.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Connects industry stakeholders through conferencesHosts large-scale events such as the AIA26 conference to connect exhibiting companies with architects and specifiers.
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Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Initiatives 1 activity
- Designs high-performance, sustainable buildingsDesigns buildings with advanced sustainability features, such as the U.S. Consulate General in Erbil, which includes photovoltaics, solar hot water, on-site wastewater reuse, and climate-responsive shading systems that exceed U.S. Department of State energy targets.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Facilitates job opportunities for membersOffers a free job posting service for members to support employment connections within the architectural profession.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Hosts annual design awards programRecognizes the design accomplishments of member architects through an annual awards program, including categories for built projects, unbuilt designs, and firm types, with awards presented in 2026 for projects such as the Milne Library Renovation and the U.S. Consulate in Erbil.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produces member communications and promotes member projectsProduces and distributes a quarterly newsletter, ENY ARCHItext, featuring a Member News section and a "Feature Project Spotlight" to share updates about members and highlight architect-led projects.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Designs and renovates institutional and community buildingsDesigns and renovates significant institutional and community facilities, including the adaptive reuse of a historic building in Saratoga Springs, a community center in Albany, and an integrated academic facility for the University of New England.
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Who runs it
- BAANI SINGH — DIRECTOR
- CASEY CROSSLEY — DIRECTOR
- DAVID PACHECO — DIRECTOR
- KERSTEN LORCHER — DIRECTOR
Who they work with
- AIA & Allied Members Network — Network of members whose news and projects are featured in the organization's newsletter.
- AIA Central NY Network — Collaborates with AIA Central NY through shared participation in the design awards jury process.
- AIA Eastern NY Network — Local chapter of the American Institute of Architects serving the Eastern New York region.
- AIA Eastern New York Network — Provides membership and networking opportunities for architects and design professionals in the region.
- AIA New York Chapter Network — Collaborates with AIA New York Chapter through shared participation in the design awards jury process.
- AIA OF NEW YORK STATE Network — Collaborates with and supports the mission of the state-level AIA organization.
- AIA Rochester NY Network — Collaborates with AIA Rochester NY through shared participation in the design awards jury process.
- AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Network — Collaborates with AIA Westchester Hudson Valley through shared participation in the design awards jury process.
- AIAENY staff Partner — Collaborates with committees on administrative tasks for chapter initiatives.
- AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS Network — Member organization supporting the national mission of the American Institute of Architects.
- ARCHItext Network — Publication of the Eastern New York Chapter of the AIA used for sharing articles, announcements, and presentations.
- Cara Longobardi Partner — Primary contact for sponsorship inquiries at AIA Eastern NY
- City of Albany Partner — Client and partner in the adaptive reuse of a former warehouse into a community center.
- Ledgewood Construction Partner — General contractor for the construction of the Harold and Bibby Alfond Center for Health Sciences.
- Phinney Design Group Partner — Design firm responsible for the renovation of the Helitzer Building, led by Brennan Drake, AIA, and Michael Phinney, AIA.
- SMRT Architects & Engineers Partner — Design team responsible for the award-winning project recognized by AIA Eastern NY.
- Stantec BGS, formerly Page Southerland Page Partner — Architectural firm responsible for the design of the U.S. Consulate General in Erbil, recognized with an Honor Award by AIA Eastern NY.
- U.S. Dept. of State, Bureau of Overseas Building Operations Government — Client for the U.S. Consulate General project in Erbil, Kurdistan Region.
- University of New England Partner — Client for the design of the Harold and Bibby Alfond Center for Health Sciences.
- c2 Design group Partner — Member firm posting a job opportunity through the AIA Eastern NY Job Bank.
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Adaptive Reuse of Existing Structuresmethodology: adaptive_reuseBy repurposing underutilized or historic buildings, the organization enhances community value and occupant experience because adaptive reuse reduces environmental impact, preserves cultural heritage, and creates more accessible, functional spaces with lower resource investment.
- Advocacy for Sustainable and Resilient Designmethodology: sustainable-design-advocacyBy promoting sustainable building practices and resilient design, the organization improves the built environment and community outcomes because integrating environmental performance with cultural responsiveness leads to more durable, contextually appropriate, and socially valuable architecture.
- Community-Driven and Culturally Responsive Designmethodology: community-driven_designBy involving communities in the design process and incorporating local traditions and meaningful elements, the organization fosters connection and belonging because participatory design grounded in cultural context increases community ownership and long-term success of built projects.
- Peer and Network-Based Professional Developmentmethodology: peer_networking_for_licensureBy connecting emerging architects with experienced professionals and allied organizations, the organization strengthens the profession because peer networking and interprofessional collaboration accelerate skill development, licensure, and innovation through shared knowledge and mentorship.