AIA Central Idaho

June Small Firms Exchange Happy Hour
2026-06-03 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Boise) | Hap Hap Lounge, 722 Broad St., Boise, Idaho, 83702
Let’s get together and discuss business plans, insurance and other issues shared by small firms.

May Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
2026-05-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Boise) | Eureka!, 800 W. Idaho St., Boise, ID, 83702

AIA Central Idaho May Luncheon and Presentation
2026-05-19 11:45 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | Beside Bardenay, 612 W. Grove Street, Boise, ID, 837002, United States
Building for the Future with Life Cycle Assessments
Join us this month for a discussion on Life Cycle Assessments. This presentation introduces the fundamentals of embodied carbon in building structures and the role of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in quantifying environmental impacts. Attendees will learn how embodied carbon considerations align with the Boise Green Code and other environmental certifications, as well as explore a local case study illustrating practical applications, challenges, and opportunities for reducing carbon footprints in structural design. The session provides both foundational knowledge and regionally relevant insights to inform more sustainable project decisions, as well as best practices when implementing low carbon concrete on a project.
This presentation will be made by Emma Ellrich of KPFF.

Annual AIA Central Idaho Golf Scramble
2026-05-14 | Shadow Valley Golf Course, 15711 N. Horseshoe Bend Rd., Garden City, Idaho, ID, 83714, United States
May 14, 2026

While our golf spots are sold out, we have started a wait list in the event that someone is unable to attend. If you’d like to get on the waitlist, let one of the officers know, or send an email to aiaboise@gmail.com. In addition, there are still a few remaining sponsorship opportunities! And of course, we’d love for you to join us for lunch!

May Small Firms Exchange
2026-05-05 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Broadcast Coffee, 1100 W Idaho St Suite 105, Boise, ID, 83702

AIA Central Idaho April Luncheon Presentation
2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Boise) | Beside Bardenay, 612 W. Grove Street, Boise, ID, 837002, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on craft. As Architizer puts it, artificial intelligence, automation and algorithmic design promise to “disrupt” everything – from how buildings are drawn to how they are permitted, built and managed. In response, architects are feeling pressured to be faster, cheaper and more efficient than ever before. Hear from your peers on how they navigate this complex design environment and how we can maintain our craft in this modern setting. We’ll explore how design ideas are translated into built form, the opportunities provided by emerging technologies, and how decisions are made with care at every scale.

April Emerging Professionals Community Happy Hour
2026-04-16 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Boise) | Boise Brewing, 523 West Broad Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
AIA Central Idaho Emerging Professionals Community connects young architects, design professionals, and students who are interested in the discussion of design, professional development, community, and collaboration.Â All are welcome regardless of age, experience, or licensure status.

Idaho Housing Week
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Idaho
Join our communities in celebrating Housing Week 2026!
The week of April 13 -April 17, 2026 is dedicated to all things housing- Join us for a week long community effort to explore, learn, and advocate for all types of housing to build stronger, more inclusive communities.

Build cross-sector understanding of Idaho’s housing challenges and solutions.
Learn from experts about innovative policies, funding tools, and development strategies.
Tour cool projects.
Hear from housing organizations throughout the city.
Connect with regional leaders to spark collaboration and accelerate action.

CHECK OUT the growing list of housing programs currently offered during Housing Week, including many FREE programs and events put on by our community partners.

April Small Firms Exchange
2026-04-07 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Form & Function, 511 W. Broad St., Boise
Let’s get together over coffee and discuss business plans, insurance and other issues shared by small firms.

Building Tour - FoodSpace
2026-03-25 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Boise) | FoodSpace, 4645 N. Summit Way, Meridian, ID, 83646, United States
FoodSpace is an award-winning, end-to-end foodservice consulting firm specializing in kitchen design, operations management, and innovation.Â Join us for a tour of their facility, followed by a happy hour event!

Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
2026-03-19 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Boise) | The Mode Lounge, 800 W. Idaho St., Boise, ID, United States
March 19, 2026

AIA Central Idaho Emerging Professionals Community connects young architects, design professionals, and students who are interested in the discussion of design, professional development, community, and collaboration.Â All are welcome regardless of age, experience, or licensure status.

Building Tour - Boise Fire Station #13
2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Boise) | Boise Fire Station #13, 6124 N. Bogart Lane, Boise, ID, 83714, United States
AIA Idaho Central Section is joining IIDA for their Boise City Center Project Tour. We will be touring the new Boise Fire Station 13 completed by Pivot North Architecture and Rice Fergus Miller. The use of CLT (cross-laminated timber) supports firefighter wellness while the design improves schedule predictability.

AIA Central Idaho March Luncheon and Presentation
2026-03-17 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Boise) | Beside Bardenay, 612 W. Grove Street, Boise, ID, 837002, United States
March 17, 2026

Please join Shopworks Architecture (Denver, CO) for a presentation on Dignified Design

Please join Shopworks Architecture (Denver, CO) for a presentation on Dignified Design (formerly trauma-informed design) – a concept they have been researching for over a decade. Research shows that environments have a direct impact on our physical and mental health, the effects of which are amplified by the fact that humans average upwards of 90% of their lives in the built environment. Some environments can have a detrimental effect, while others are known to be restorative. As such, influencers of the built environment have a responsibility to make decisions that minimize harm and maximize benefits for individuals and communities. Dignified Design is one such design approach that seeks to bias the health and well-being of end users, recognizing that modern life is stressful, and the built environment can play a critical role in supporting mental, physical, and social health. As an ideal, Dignified Design aims to create places that protect, promote, and celebrate the dignity of life and human wholeness. The presentation will offer an overview of this multidisciplinary approach (research as well as case studies), which draws on the latest evidence in neuroscience and psychology, anthropology and ecology, and of course architecture and design as well as the lived expertise of end users to deeply understand the relationships between brain, body, culture, and environment.

AIA Central Idaho Small Firms Exchange
2026-03-04 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Slow by Slow Coffee, 405 S. 8th St., Ste. 155, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
March 4th, 2026

Let’s get together over coffee and discuss business plans, insurance and other issues shared by small firms.

Buy Idaho Capitol Show
2026-02-25 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Idaho State Capitol Building, 700 W. Jefferson Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Join us in the Idaho State House at our display as we present to the public the value of architects and architecture

February Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Boise) | The Gas Lantern, 701 W Fulton St., Boise, ID, 83702, United States
AIA Central Idaho Emerging Professionals Community connects young architects, design professionals, and students who are interested in the discussion of design, professional development, community, and collaboration.Â All are welcome regardless of age, experience, or licensure status.
Please note the earlier time than our previous get-togethers.

AIA Central Idaho February Luncheon Presentation
2026-02-17 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Boise) | Beside Bardenay, 612 W. Grove Street, Boise, ID, 837002, United States
Alexandra Monjar, Senior Project Manager at Capital City Development Corporation (CCDC), will share how urban renewal has transformed downtown Boise. She will focus on the River Myrtle-Old Boise Urban Renewal District, where strategic investments in infrastructure, public spaces, and partnerships have revitalized underused areas into vibrant destinations. From mobility improvements and new housing options to support for small businesses and cultural vitality, this district exemplifies how thoughtful reinvestment strengthened both the economy and community life. Alexandra will highlight key projects that illustrate how CCDCâ€™s work continues to drive Boiseâ€™s growth while preserving its unique character.
The meeting will begin at 12:00 PM with a half hour for networking. Announcements and presentations will begin at 12:30 pm.

ULI Neighborhood Housing Design Lab Launch
2026-02-15 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Boise) | Cushing Terrell, 800 W. Main St., Ste. 800, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
AIA Central Idaho

The City of Boise is partnering with the Urban Land Institute to initiate a Neighborhood-Scale Design Lab. The lab will explore possibilities for housing typologies suited for Boise neighborhoods. We invite the community to reimagine housing in different neighborhoods and contexts throughout Boise by designing 3-12 unit housing types â€“ including triplexes, fourplexes, cottage villages, or small apartments.
Attend this Event Launch to learn more about how to participate in this opportunity to influence Boiseâ€™s evolving neighborhood character!

BOMA 29th Annual Commercial Real Estate Symposium
2026-02-10 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Boise) | Boise Center, 850 W. Front St., Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Your paid registration includes entrance to Tuesday’s GENERAL SESSION, post-event RECEPTION, and TRADE SHOW!
Premium seating for BOMA Idaho Member companies only, LIMITED SPACE Includes a table for 10 people at the General Session and access to the post-event RECEPTION and TRADE SHOW

AIA Central Idaho February Small Firm Exchange (SFx)
2026-02-03 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Primal Coffee, 224 N. 9th Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States

BHB January Training - Structural Considerations for Fire-Rated Wood Construction
2026-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | On-Line
Workshop
January 23, 2026
1 LU/HSW

This presentation provides a practical overview of fire-rated design in wood-frame construction. Participants will learn how different construction types influence design choices and code requirements. The course will clarify the roles of various fire-rated assemblies and address common detailing oversights to help avoid late framing changes and ensure successful projects.

2026 IDABO Education Institute
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-22 | The Grove Hotel, 245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, ID, 83709, United States
Catch up on your code training and earn CEUs! Join fellow building professionals at the IDABO Winter Education Session, January 20 – 22, 2026, at The Grove Hotel in Boise. Network with members of the Idaho Association of Building Officials and take advantage of this opportunity to refresh your code knowledge.
Thanks to a partnership between AIA Idaho and IDABO, many AIA Continuing Education Units (HSW CEUs) will be available – don’t miss out on this valuable training!

AIA Central Idaho Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
2026-01-15 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Boise) | Tiner’s Ally, 1010 W Main St Suite 101 USA, Boise, 83709, United States
AIA Central Idaho Emerging Professionals Community connects young architects, design professionals, and students who are interested in the discussion of design, professional development, community, and collaboration. All are welcome regardless of age, experience, or licensure status.

AIA Central Idaho Small Firms Exchange
2026-01-14 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | District Coffee House, 219 N. 10th Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States

Cantastic Creations
2025-06-16 19:30 - 2025-06-17 10:00 (America/Boise) | Idaho
You are invited to participate in The Idaho Foodbank’s first annual can sculpture competition. In the collaboration of our local architecture and design communities, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity.
Register your team here: https://idahofoodbank.org/cantastic-creations/

2025 Golf Scramble
2025-05-16 07:00 - 15:00 UTC | Shadow Valley Golf Course, 15711 N. Horseshoe Bend Rd., Garden City, Idaho, ID, 83714, United States
Register to Play or Sponsor Here!
Please reach out to aiaboise@gmail.com if you have questions.

May Luncheon
2025-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | AIA Central Idaho Luncheon, 802 W. Bannock, Ste. 202, Boise, 83702, United States

Building Tour - Wilson Station
2025-04-24 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | Wilson Station, 2426 North Arthur Street, Boise, ID, 83703, United States

April EPC Happy Hour
2025-04-17 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Idaho

February Luncheon
2025-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | AIA Central Idaho Luncheon, 802 W. Bannock, Ste. 202, Boise, 83702, United States
Join us for our February presentation and luncheon. We will be discussing the schematic design and planning process. Topics include innovation in design technology, Artificial Intelligence, new rendering techniques, and more!
