Build your best A’17
It’s three immersive days and an unrivaled range of workshops, seminars, tours, events, and experiences. Browse our recommendations to help you build your best A’17.
Anticipating a better tomorrow
Harness the collective intellect and entrepreneurial spirit of speakers whose power to anticipate has shaped their careers and our industry. Over three days our keynoters will explore this theme and what it means to anticipate need, challenge, and change in architecture and design. More >
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Anticipate Challenge: Design That Overcomes
Eve Edelstein’s research investigates how people react to the spaces around them. Learn what her fascinating research means for the future of design. Learn more >
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Anticipate Need: Design That Cares
Thoughtful architecture can challenge perceptions of public space and catalyze change. Elizabeth Diller, whose studio works at the intersection of architecture, the visual arts, and the performing arts, can show you how. Learn more >
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Anticipate Need: Design That Cares
Community isn’t just a buzzword. It’s the glue that binds us, and the structure that empowers us. Francis Kéré designs for communities like no one else. Learn more >
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Anticipate Need: Design That Cares
Everyone has a right to housing, but getting it right for everyone takes cleverness and courage. Alejandro Aravena can show you how. Learn more >
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Anticipate Need: Design That Cares
Compassion is the root of good design, and good design is the root of human resilience. Michael Murphy will show you why. Learn more >
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Anticipate Challenge: Design That Overcomes
Architecture often challenges us to shift perspectives and problem solve in creative new ways. Dan Goods will tell you more. Learn more >
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Anticipate Challenge: Design That Overcomes
Architecture often challenges us to shift perspectives and problem solve in creative new ways. David Delgado will tell you more. Learn more >
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Anticipate Change: Design That Evolves
Change remains life’s one constant. How can you prepare for it? Amy Cuddy teaches people to look inward to anticipate and shape what comes next. Learn more >
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Anticipate Change: What’s Next in Architecture
What’s next for the architecture profession? Radio personality Frances Anderton interviews three acclaimed architects and designers who are blazing new paths in architecture and design. Learn more >
Industry-best education
500+ sessions that explore some of the most interesting ideas in architecture, plus all-new courses earning HSW, ADA, GBCI, RIBA, and AIA LU credits.
The Party!
Get ready to rock with Jim Belushi and the Sacred Hearts band when they bring their signature rhythm-and-blues sound to The Party!, our biggest bash.
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"Every year, the AIA Conference on Architecture attracts thousands of architects and design professionals—a collection of talented and visionary individuals who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in all communities."
Thomas Vonier, FAIA, 2017 AIA President
Architecture Expo
Nearly 800 leading building product manufacturers are bringing their best architectural products and materials to the expo so you can experience what’s new, next, and cutting-edge.
Conference updates
Your Orlando checklist
Here’s everything you need to have a tremendous experience in Orlando. Any questions, contact us. Or stop by our Information Booth on-site at the Orange County Convention Center. Download the...
See what’s launching at A’17
Here’s a snapshot of some of the newest products that are hitting the market. And A’17 is your exclusive opportunity to demo them first. Make plans to check them out...
Win a Mido watch!
Mido watches continue to remain timeless nearly a century after Gorges Schaeren founded the company in 1918. Sleek and innovative, their watches are inspired by architecture and have set a...One-day rates for Thurs, Fri, & Sat
Can’t attend all three days? A One-Day pass gives you access to the best of A’17 on the day that works best for you—choose from Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. Our...It’s our best Architecture Expo yet!
Get ready to experience one of the industry's largest expo floors at A'17. The Architecture Expo is 170,000 sq. ft. of the best brands, building materials, and products, all in...
Pro Series Day 1 power panel
Our Day 1 Pro Series session is your exclusive opportunity to learn from keynoters Alejandro Aravena, Michael Murphy, and Francis Kéré, Hon. FAIA, plus Sofia Borges of MADWORKSHOP and Rosa...
I Look Up Film Series at A’17
We’re partnering with the Architecture and Design Film Festival (ADFF) to bring the best architecture films to A’17. As part of the I Look Up Film Series, we’re screening three...
Explore Orlando’s best architecture
Experience Orlando’s standout architecture during one of 60+ expertly curated tours, including stops to study Wright, Tiffany, and Calatrava. While you’re at it, have lunch with an astronaut at the...Don’t miss these sessions
From New Urbanism to virtual reality, tiny homes, BIM, ADA, and (much) more, explore some of the hottest topics in architecture and design alongside industry leaders. These featured sessions are...
First-timer’s guide
It’s the industry’s most anticipated event attended every year by thousands of architects and designers. Here are a few tips to help you find your make the most of your...
Bring your family
Imagination. Inspiration. Endless entertainment. Orlando is a one-of-a-kind family-friendly conference destination. Before, during, and after your sessions and seminars, here are a few great options to make the most of...Convince your boss
Use this template to explain the ROI of attending the AIA Conference on Architecture 2017 to your supervisor or firm partner. Start here: Please send me to the AIA Conference...Meet to Eat in Orlando
Meet to Eat offers a cool opportunity to savor Orlando with new friends and peers. Get to know other conference attendees over dinner at dining destinations in and around Orlando....The Architectural Guide to Central Florida
Start planning your trip to the area’s most innovative works by groundbreaking national and international architects with AIA Orlando’s newly published The Architectural Guide to Central Florida. Central Florida architecture...Premium sponsors
