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Virginia IFRAA
The third annual presentation by Virginia IFRAA, Architecture of Three Faiths and One Foundation, explores the commonalities and differences defining the three major Abrahamic religious systems and their influence on design..

 

Keynote Address
Julie VandenBerg Snow, FAIA, discusses her design philosophy and building performance using several federal projects designed under GSA's Design Excellence program as case studies.

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Discover more than 60 educational sessions

ArchEx features over 60 educational sessions, spectacular behind-the-scenes architectural tours, engaging special events, and over 125 vendors in the ArchEx Exhibit Hall, don’t miss your chance to break new ground and break away from the pack.

Earn up to 18 AIA/CES learning units (HSW)

 

Mid-Atlantic Design Showcase
The Mid-Atlantic Design Showcase places your work in front of architects, engineers, interior designers, planners, landscape architects, contractors and students from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and the District of Columbia in the ArchEx Exhibit Hall. Download the application to exhibit your work.

NEW! Virginia Women in Design Series
Discuss the challenges faced by women in the profession in this inaugural series presented with VWiD. Wrap up the Thursday sessions with a reception featuring the ArchEx keynote speaker, Julie Snow, FAIA.

Pre-conference Workshops
Wednesday offers a series of full- and half-day workshops.