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A Letter from AIAVT President, Tom Bursey

NewsJuly 3, 2025

What is Means to Be an American - Through the Eyes of an Architect

Update from BGS on VT Buys

NewsJuly 1, 2025

VTBuys is a comprehensive e-procurement system that is replacing Vermont's existing manual system. It will become the primary platform for doing business with the State of Vermont. Moving forward, our top priority is to ensure a smooth transition for the Vermont Supplier Community. To achieve this, we are committed to the following:
Simplified, self-service access. One centralized place to view bid opportunities, submit bids, upload documents, view contract awards, and track and report on spend and performance evaluation. Automatic notifications for bid opportunities. Easier order,

New Members

News, New MembersJune 27, 2025

Welcome New Members of AIAVT

AIAVT's Legislative Recap

NewsJune 27, 2025

2025 Vermont Legislative Session: End-of-Session Overview

Furniture Competition Winners Announced

NewsJune 26, 2025

AIAVT held its first furniture design competition this year, which culminated in a day-long exhibit and auction on Saturday, June 21st at the Historic Shelburne Town Hall.
Planned and organized by AIAVT Board Member, Chi Nguyen, the competition invited artists, designers, and makers to design and build unique pieces of furniture. Ultimately, 12 participants entered their finished furniture pieces into the competition, each responding to the brief to create a “single-occupant seating apparatus”, with the finished piece being a majority of reclaimed, reused, and recycled material.
A jury,

In Memory of Stephen Kiely

NewsJune 26, 2025

In Memoriam: Stephen Kiely
It is with heavy hearts that we mark the passing of our friend and colleague, Stephen Kiely on June 1, 2025. Born in Rockville Centre, New York, Stephen’s 70 years were defined by a tireless pursuit of beauty, precision, and compassion—qualities that shaped both his life and his work. Stephen’s calm presence and unwavering integrity left an indelible mark on every project—and every person—he encountered.
From the first moment you met Stephen, you sensed his dual devotion to precision and compassion. In the studio at Freeman French Freeman, he was a master of

Member News & Updates

NewsJune 26, 2025

TimberHP Exits Chapter 11 with Strengthened Balance Sheet, Roadmap for Long-Term Financial Stability and Growth
Company emerges with $21 million in new working capital; Cianbro remobilized on-site in Madison for completion of TimberBoard manufacturing line.
Madison, Maine – TimberHP, the sole manufacturer of wood fiber insulation in North America, announced today its successful emergence, uncontested, from Chapter 11, allowing the recapitalized company to operate from a position of strength as it executes its strategy for long-term growth. Exiting reorganization, the company has officially

Norwich Art + Architecture Students and Faculty Exhibit at Venice Biennale

NewsMay 23, 2025

Norwich’s students exhibit at the Palazzo Mora, Venice Biennale European Cultural Center, Time Space Existence Exhibit

AIAVT Announces Winner of Norwich University "Best in Show" Award, Sponsored by Pella

NewsMay 6, 2025

Each year, the AIAVT Board of Directors selects a winner from the Norwich University Master's Thesis work

AIAVT Represented at the 2025 AIA Leadership Summit

NewsMarch 25, 2025

Architects and Community Leaders Come Together at the 2025 AIA Leadership Summit

Pella + Purpose Raises Money for Scholarships

NewsMarch 18, 2025

Pella + Purpose Program Raises $4,200 for AIAVT's Scholars Fund

AIAVT Welcomes New Members

News, New MembersFebruary 28, 2025

AIAVT is pleased to welcome the following new members:
Danielle Sykes, Photographer
I’m Dani, a photographer who has been creating food, interior and lifestyle/hospitality images for editorial and commercial clients for 12 years. I’m a native Vermonter who is excited to be back after 15 years of living elsewhere - Boston, Los Angeles and then Southern Maine. My images are thoughtful, lively and natural-feeling. It's an honor to be a trusted partner in the storytelling of a space or brand. I approach every project with a strong sense of curiosity and enthusiasm. Also, I’m available for

Member News & Achievements

NewsFebruary 28, 2025

Scott + Partners Architecture announces that long-time firm members Jess Gasek, AIA and Jocelyn Noyes, AIA have been elevated to Partner. Their growing expertise and strong client skills make them outstanding members of any project team. They continue to contribute to S+P’s portfolio of Commercial, Multi-family, Healthcare, Dental, Hospitality, and Higher Education markets. Please join us in congratulating these talented young architects on their most recent career achievement.
Black River Design Welcomes New Partners Black River Design Architects is bringing on two new partners to its

Meet AIAVT's New STAR, Beto Silva

NewsFebruary 28, 2025

Beto Silva is the new State Associate Representative for VT on the National Associates Committee

COTE Committee Update

NewsFebruary 28, 2025

COTE's Chair, Kevin Trout, Shares What AIAVT's Committee on the Environment Has Been Working On

Faster, Drier, Smarter: EXACOR® Underlayment

NewsFebruary 27, 2025

Faster, Drier, Smarter: A Multifamily Builder’s Switch from Gypsum Concrete to EXACOR® Underlayment

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