—
Excitement is building!
The architecture and design event of the year returns to Chicago. With the city as our backdrop, we’ll explore architecture’s ability to drive new thinking in one of the most design-forward, sustainable cities in the U.S. Welcome back.
Master new skills
The designed world is getting more complex. This conference delivers the path forward. Acclaimed architects, designers, and building product manufacturers deliver best-in-class CE. Earn your HSW, ADA, GBCI, RIBA & AIA LUs for the year!
Seminars
Pack your schedule! 90+ seminars explore the topics, projects, & trends that are redefining our industry.
Duration
60 & 90 minutes
Practicums
Develop practical knowledge & skills through nine workshop-style sessions, free with registration!
Duration
2.5 hours
Tours
Explore Chicago’s magnificent architecture through 75+ expertly curated, architect-led, one-of-a-kind tours.
Duration
Varies
Expo CE
Learn about new solutions from leading building product manufacturers through 100+ sessions on the expo floor.
Duration
60 minutes
The Architecture Expo
The materials that are building our future, all in one place—with a twist. The expo will use Chicago’s iconic cityscape to showcase the newest building products and connect design professionals to on-site technical experts, live programming, & demos.
Schedule at-a-glance
| Tue, June 21 | Arrive in Chicago! |
| Wed, June 22 | Seminars > Keynote > Opening Night Celebration |
| Thu, June 23 | Keynote > Architecture Expo > Tours, Seminars, & Practicums > Block Party |
| Fri, June 24 | Seminars > Architecture Expo > Tours, Seminars, & Practicums > Keynote |
| Sat, June 25 | Tours & Seminars > Reserve hotel for A’23 > Depart Chicago |
News & updates
COVID-19 attendee requirements for A’22
We’re looking forward to welcoming you back to our first in-person conference since 2019! Read on for updates to our COVID-19 policies and guidelines requirements for A’22.
Read more >
$99 Tickets for new AIA members!
Put your new member benefits to work for you at A’22. Architect, Associate, Associate New Graduate, and International Associate members are eligible.
Read more >
A’21 highlights
A’21 brought together leaders in architecture and beyond for a four-day, immersive digital experience. Catch up on the highlights below.