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BIA Opens Entries for 2025 Brick in Architecture Awards

First Brick Excellence Gala to Honor Winners On Stage in 2026

June 9, 2025

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has opened entries for the 2025 Brick in Architecture Awards, the premier international design competition featuring fired-clay brick. Entries are due by Friday, Aug. 29 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Delaware CRE Industry Leaders Join Project Management Firm, Group PMX

Patrick Honeycutt, Chris Sanchez, and Tim Kiser, AIA, NCARB –– have officially joined Group PMX

June 9, 2025

Delaware-based commercial real estate development, construction, and architecture professionals –– Patrick Honeycutt, Chris Sanchez, and Tim Kiser, AIA, NCARB –– have joined Group PMX.

Georgia-Pacific Showcases Full Slate of Resilient Building Products at AIA25

Displays throughout the booth showcased these products, focusing on the resilient aspects of each

June 9, 2025

Georgia-Pacific redefined what’s possible in the world of resilient building products, many of which were on display at AIA’25, June 5-7 in Boston.

On June 4, U.S. aluminum tariffs surged to 50%, doubling the previous 25% rate and pushing domestic metal premiums to all-time highs.

News Analysis

Metal Prices Spike in Latest Trade Salvo

As Court of International Trade decisions collide with new levies, roofers face unprecedented material price hikes and labor‑cost pressures

June 9, 2025

Aluminum and steel tariffs doubled on June 4, spiking prices 54% and straining construction budgets. Contractors face rising costs, labor shortages and shrinking margins amid the most aggressive trade stance in decades.

Vectorworks Launches New AI Assistant Built for Designers

Built-In AI Guide Created to Accelerate Learning, Enhance Productivity, and Support Smarter Design Workflows

June 7, 2025

Vectorworks, Inc. announced the availability of its AI Assistant (Preview), an innovative new tool designed to give users instant and accurate answers to their Vectorworks-related questions.

GAF breaks ground on new manufacturing facility

GAF Breaks Ground on New State-of-the-Art Facility

New facility to boost local economy, expand GAF’s national manufacturing footprint, and support long-term community partnerships in Harvey County

June 6, 2025

GAF announced that construction has begun on its new, world-class shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas.

PABCO Gypsum Releases New 2025 Sound Design Guide

Offers architects and acoustical consultants an unparalleled advantage, integrating updated testing data to meet and exceed evolving building requirements

June 6, 2025

PABCO^® Gypsum, the leading provider of high-performing drywall, announced the release of its proprietary 2025 Sound Design Guide.

Three new Leaders Elected to AIA Board of Directors

All will serve terms beginning on December 5, 2025

June 6, 2025

Three new leaders have been elected to The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Board of Directors, to serve terms beginning on December 5, 2025.

AIA Awards 2025 Winners Announced in 11 Project Categories

AIA25 celebrated more than 100 award winners, alongside individuals receiving fellowship

June 6, 2025

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced the winners of its 2025 Awards during a prestigious gala held at the Omni Boston at the Seaport Ensemble Ballroom.