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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, GBCI, RIBA & AIA LUs for the year!
The Architecture Expo
We’re turning McCormick Place into a 166,000 sq. ft. product playground that reflects Chicago’s iconic cityscape. Experience, touch, see, and get technical specs for the newest high-tech materials and solutions to hit the market from 500 of the industry’s best building product manufacturers.
Tour local architecture
Chicago’s architecture is nothing short of spectacular. Take it all in with expertly curated, architect-led tours of the city’s high-profile, historic, and avant-garde projects. Check the schedule to see the full list of 75+ tours.
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Keynotes & speakers
A’22 has a speaker lineup you won’t find anywhere else! Some of the biggest names in architecture, design, and beyond are leading keynotes, seminars, and more.
Schedule at-a-glance
| Tue, June 21 | Arrive in Chicago! |
| Wed, June 22 | Tours & 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 |
News & updates
COVID-19 policy
We’re looking forward to welcoming you back to our first in-person conference since 2019! Learn more about our COVID-19 policy for A’22 attendees.
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$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.
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