AIA Las Vegas BLUEPRINT - April 2024

BLUEPRINT

Troy D. Moser, AIA

PRESIDENT’S NOTE

Spring in Nevada brings not only the bloom of our natural landscapes but also the flourishing of our community’s collaborative and celebratory spirit As we embrace the warmer days, April stands out as a month of remarkable engagement, learning, and, most notably, our much-anticipated marquee event the 50th Annual AIA Las Vegas Golf Tournament This golden anniversary promises to be an extraordinary day, marking one of the longest-running golf tournaments in our state with the theme “Fore the GOLD ”

On Monday, April 22nd, we will gather at the prestigious Canyon Gate Country Club to celebrate this milestone event I invite each of you to channel your inner Arnold Palmer or Jack Nicklaus, embracing the spirit of the game with plaids, stylish collared shirts, classic hats, and your most dazzling golden accessories The tournament will not only showcase your golfing prowess but also your throwback style, with a prize for the best dressed as a fun nod to our golden theme

Additionally, we are offering a unique opportunity for you to enhance this golden anniversary with exclusive experiences such as whiskey tasting and hand-rolled cigars. This is your chance to contribute to a memorable 50th tournament and engage with our community in a truly special way.

Beyond the excitement of the golf tournament, April is filled with opportunities for learning and engagement. The AIA Nevada Small Firm Exchange (SFx) will be hosting a Virtual Coffee Chat on April 9th, offering a platform for sharing and discussion. The Placemaking Committee invites you to join a tour of Evora on April 12th, providing insights into innovative approaches to community development. Additionally, the “Sustainable Design for Large Opening Wall Systems” Mingle and Learn event on April 24th will offer valuable HSW credits, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable design practices.

Looking ahead to May, we are excited to announce the collaborative event "Bridging the Gap," featuring the High School Design Awards and the AIAS Gallery Exhibition on May 1st. This event showcases the creativity and potential of the next generation of designers. Additionally, our Membership Meeting on May 22nd, hosted by the Affordable Housing Committee, promises to be an engaging discussion on critical issues facing our communities.

As we continue to build on the successes of the past and look forward to the opportunities of the future, I am reminded of the strength and resilience of our community. Your participation, enthusiasm, and support make events like the 50th Annual AIA Las Vegas Golf Tournament not just possible, but unforgettable I encourage you to join us in these upcoming events, to connect, learn, and celebrate the remarkable contributions of our members to the architectural landscape of Nevada

Sincerely,

Troy D Moser, AIA

09 SMALL FIRM EXCHANGE VIRTUAL COFFEE CHAT

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12 TOUR OF EVORA

4:00 PM

13 URBAN SKETCHERS “RED ROCK OVERLOOK”

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22 50TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Troy D. Moser, AIA President Moser Architecture

Alexia Chen, AIA President-Elect LGA Architecture

Teresa Mears, AIA Secretary LGA Architecture

Quyen Luu, AIA Treasurer Gensler

Wellbe Bartsma, AIA EP Director Gensler

Daniel Chenin, AIA Director Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.

Victoria Cousino, AIA Director KNIT

Melvin Green, AIA Director KME Architects

Kim S. Galbe, Assoc. AIA Director EV&A Architects

Jeffrey Sarmiento, AIA Director Carpenter Sellers Del Gatto Architects

James Horvath, AIA Past-President BW&A

Carlos D. Fernandez Executive Director AIA Nevada | AIA Las Vegas

Jennie Bowman Allied Director NV5 Buildings & Technology

Glenn Nowak, AIA Education Liaison UNLV SoA

Vivian Arredondo, AIAS President UNLV AIAS

Taryn Kole Assistant Dir. Operations AIA Nevada | AIA Las Vegas

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YEARLY EVENTS

DON’T FORGET WHAT YOU CAN’T SEE.

Newly Sworn-In Licensed Designers

Congratulations to the newly licensed Architects and Designers from AIA Las Vegas on your remarkable achievement! Earning your professional licensure is a testament to your hard work, expertise, and commitment to architectural excellence. Your perseverance through this rigorous journey deserves high praise. As licensed professionals, you now bear the responsibility of shaping the built environment with innovative vision and ethical integrity Well done on this significant career milestone, and best wishes for continued success.

Architects Kristen Levin, Joseph Bradshaw, Alexander Quintero, Kenneth Ballard, Javier Rios Barrera, and Alexander Villa

Registered Interior Designers

Libby Connaghan, Nisha Stewart, Vanessa Watts, and Sharon Ly

Residential Designers

Colin McHale, Glen Zilly, Thomas Fougner, and Blake Epperson

Salone del Mobile, Milano Road Show Las Vegas

In February, AIA Las Vegas partnered with the ITA Italian Trade Agency to host the Salone del Mobile: Milano Road Show at the Sphere, bringing the world of Italian design and innovation to the heart of Las Vegas This was part of a multi-city U S tour coordinated by the ITA Miami Office to promote Italian furnishings and design across key American markets

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At the Las attendees into the evolution of the iconic Salone del Mobile fair itself This included the reorganization of exhibition spaces for an enhanced visitor experience, previews of the upcoming EuroCucina and International Bathroom Exhibition, and celebrations for the 25th anniversary of SaloneSatellite.

PAST EVENTS

With insightful discussion and exclusive previews, th Salone del Mobile roadsho celebrated the deep connections between Itali artistry and design innovation while strengthening ties with La Vegas' architectural community

WOMEN

WOMEN BUILDING NEVADA SYMPOSIUM INSPIRES AND EMPOWERS

On March 22nd, the AIA Las Vegas Women in Architecture Committee hosted the third annual Women Building Nevada Symposium at the Balkan Grill This powerful event celebrated the remarkable women who have made lasting impacts on the state's built environment through architecture, engineering, construction, urban planning, and more

The day was packed with inspiring keynote speeches, thought-provoking panel discussions, and invaluable networking opportunities. Attendees from across industries gathered to explore the significant contributions women have made to shaping Nevada's communities

The program tackled critical topics like equitable redevelopment without displacement, transforming transportation to better support communities, making parks more accessible, and how land-use policies can reshape neighborhoods for the better. A special highlight was "A Conversation with Historian Claytee White," providing insights into Nevada's rich architectural heritage

Inside NOVUS Architecture + Interiors: EP/YAF Firm Crawl Series

The EP/YAF committee was thrilled to have Novus Architecture + Interiors host our latest firm crawl on March 7th, providing our members with an insightful look inside this dynamic practice

Novus offered an exciting opportunity to learn about their expertise, see their innovative workplace firsthand, and gain insights into the core values that guide their work Attendees were given exclusive access, with interactive discussions and tours exploring the firm's approach to design, project management, firm culture, and more.

Small Firm Architects Connect, Learn at Lively Sundry Mixer

On March 12th, the AIA Las Vegas Small Firm Exchange (SFx) hosted a lively networking mixer at the Sundry Food Hall. The event aligned with the SFx's critical mission of advancing the interests of small firms.

The Sundry mixer embodied these goals, providing an energetic setting for colleagues to connect, exchange insights, and support one another's entrepreneurial pursuits Architects caught up over drinks and cuisine from the food hall's diverse vendors, discussing project challenges, new opportunities, and the unique dynamics of operating a small firm.

Architects Descend on Capitol Hill for Key Legislative Efforts

Over 800 AIA leaders from all across the globe descended upon Capitol Hill February 28th, 2024 to communicate three bills that are very important to the architecture profession They went on behalf of all architects in their respective states and regions to represent and make their voices heard. The more involved architects are advocating at the federal level, the greater the positive impact on architecture firms, the communities in which architects live, work and play, and the profession at large

The Nevada Delegation met with both Senator Cortez Masto and Senator Rosen, as well as representatives from the offices of Rep. Mark Amodei, Rep. Susie Lee, Rep. Steven Horsford, and Rep. Dina Titus.

The three key bills that were the focus of the lobbying efforts were:

DEMOCRACY in DESIGN ACT – (HR 964/S 366)

BACKGROUND

In December 2020, the former president

issued an executive order entitled “Promoting Beautiful Federal Civic Architecture” (EO 13967), which created an official preference for classical and traditional architecture for federal courthouses and other buildings over $50 million. Shortly after taking office, President Biden revoked Executive Order 13967

The Democracy in Design Act is championed by AIA. Rep. Dina Titus (DNV) agreed to be the lead sponsor and introduce the bill during the 116th Congress (2019-2020) The act prevents

future federal mandates on architectural design styles and gives a voice to local communities in determining their own architectural and design needs

AIA unequivocally opposes any attempt to mandate an official architectural style for federal buildings.

The main goal is to urge the Members of Congress to support the Democracy in Design Act by cosponsoring the legislation.

The key take-away message is: The federal government should not mandate one architectural style over another for federal building construction Federal buildings should reflect the citizenry for which it is built. Supporting the Democracy in Design Act helps safeguards against future building design mandates

Revising Fee Limitations for Federal Contracts

BACKGROUND

There is a provision in federal law limiting the fee for architectural and engineering services (production and delivery of designs, plans, drawings and specifications) for federal public works projects to 6% of the estimated cost of the project, but only for “cost-plus-fixed-fee” contracts These contracts are not commonly used by the federal government for A/E services.

The 6% fee limitation on A/E services was originally enacted in 1939 as a measure to contain cost during the ramp up to World War II, and was limited to cost-plus-fixed fee contracts. In 2011, Congress enacted a law to re-establish and clarify that the 6% fee cap was only for cost-plus-fixed-fee contracts However, it is still applied to

other contracts by federal agencies and contracting officers today.

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) governs the rules and terms for all executive agencies in their acquisition of supplies and services. Currently the FAR does not restrict the 6% fee limitation to solely cost-plus-fixed-fee contracts --which is inconsistent with the statutory provisions under which the regulation was promulgated. It has been applied more broadly by federal agencies and contracting officers to other types of procurement contracts, including the much more commonly used “firm fixed fee” contracts This is contrary to congressional intent in enacting the Brooks Act of 1972, which establishes Qualification Based Selection (QBS) for architectural and engineering services for a fair and reasonable fee

R&D TAX ISSUE (HR 7024) BACKGROUND

There are over 19,000 small, medium, and large architecture firms throughout the US These businesses employ more than 200,000 individuals. Architects have a professional responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public Investments in research and development are central to the day-to-day work of architects and drive local, regional, and national economies.

AIA supports business-friendly tax policies that encourage investment in research and development, incentivize private-sector affordable housing, and ensure tax parity between large and small businesses.

If Congress does not enact the Tax Relief

for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 (HR 7024), architecture firms of all sizes will face undue restrictions on their ability to innovate, grow, and attract new talent

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognizes the importance of advocating for legislation that supports the architecture profession and promotes the creation of sustainable, resilient, and equitable built environments. By mobilizing architects from across the country, the AIA aims to ensure that the voice of the profession is heard loud and clear on Capitol Hill

Through these lobbying efforts, architects hope to influence policymakers and shape the future of the industry, ultimately benefiting not only architecture firms but also the communities they serve

UNLV Architecture Discussion on Rebel Revolution Podcast

Mana Azizsoltani talks with Architect and Associate Professor Glenn NP Nowak about the uniqueness of studying hospitality design in Las Vegas and why the art of architecture is so important why having a School of Architecture within the College of Fine Arts should signal to creatives - the value of drawing out the emotive qualities of the built environment

GoFundme Outreach for Chris Richardson, AIA

Chris, with the support of his loving wife, Nicole, has been fighting a complicated and rare circulatory disorder His road to recovery has been full of ups and downs the he continues to perplex doctors. With this go fund me, we are hoping to ease the burden of medical bills, travel expenses and caring for their two beautiful and resilient children, Celia & Elliot We know they would appreciate all the love and prayers sent their way. CLICK HERE

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AIA Las Vegas Placemaking Committee

Chair: Minjia Yan myan@millenniumcommercial.com

Virtual Meeting 1st Thursday of each month at 11:00am

AIA Las Vegas Affordable Housing Committee

Co-Chair: Monica Gresser, AIA monica@BRAZENarchitecture.com

Co-Chair: David Kim, AIA David.Kim@MatterRealestate.com

Virtual Meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:00pm

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Virtual Meeting 4th Wednesday every other month at 9:30am

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Virtual Meeting Schedule 1st Wednesday of each month at 4:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion & Education Outreach Committee

Chair: Melvin Green, AIA melvin@kmearchitects com

Virtual Meeting 4th Thursday of each month at 4:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Women In Architecture Committee

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Hybrid Meeting 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:00pm

AIA Las Vegas UNLV School of Architecture Committee

Chair: Glenn Nowak, AIA glenn.nowak@unlv.edu

Virtual Meeting 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30am

AIA Las Vegas EPYAF Committee

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Virtual Meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month at 3:00pm

AIA Las Vegas Urban Sketchers Committee

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Virtual or In Person Meeting 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:00am

AIA Nevada Small Firm Exchange

Chair: Anne Johnson, AIA anne@sparkflightstudios.com

Small Firm Exchange

Virtual Coffee Chat

Tuesday, April 9th 2024

8:00 AM

Virtual via ZOOM

Connect with fellow small firm leaders in Nevada for a virtual coffee chat with guest speaker, Craig Palacios from Bunnyfish Studio. This is your chance to meet other architects running small practices, discuss hot topics facing your firms today, and explore how the AIA can better support Nevada’s small business community

Join the conversation!

Virtual Coffee Chat

Tuesday, May 14th 2024

8:00 AM

Virtual via ZOOM

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Tour of Evora

April 12th Friday, 4-5:30PM

Evora at 6111 S Buffalo Dr Suite 140, Las Vegas, NV 89113

Join the Placemaking Committee to tour Evora, a 42-acre mixed-use development at South Buffalo Drive and West Patrick Lane The master plan comprises 1,343 residential units, approximately 240,000 square feet of commercial space, subterranean parking and resort-style amenities. The project offers a 1.5acre public plaza with a performance pavilion, a unique combination of restaurants, neighborhood retail, office space with views of the Strip and mountains, in an effort to create a long-lasting community in the heart of the southwest, while featuring a “Live, Work, Play” experience

Special thank you to Anthony Wallace, Senior Project Manager at Grand Canyon Development Partners, for giving us this tour

After the tour, attendees have the option to go to Taps & Barrels Beerhouse, a self-pour craft beer taproom featuring 36 rotating draft taps of craft beer. No-host cash bar.

*Please wear closed toe shoes*

Fruit Tree Planting on Arbor Day

April 26th Friday, Time TBD

Zion Urban Farm at 2108 Revere St, North Las Vegas, NV 89030

In collaboration with NVASLA and Nevada Plants, AIA Placemaking Committee welcomes you to join us to plant fruit trees at Zion Urban Farm in North Las Vegas on Arbor Day More details coming soon

Las Vegas Mayor’s Urban Design Award Winners Announced

The awards recognize projects that foster the city’s commitment to sustainability and livability.

VEGAS BUSINESS DIGEST

March 6, 2024 . 9:11 AM 2 min read

The city of Las Vegas is honoring exceptional urban design through the Mayor’s Urban Design Awards (MUDA) Mayor Carolyn G Goodman presented the awards to open the 2024 Mayor’s Symposium on Urban Design Tuesday, March 5, at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S Fourth St

The awards recognize projects that foster the city’s commitment to sustainability and livability.

This year’s categories and winners include:

Buildings and Environment – The Beverly Theater, 515 S. Sixth St., designed by Carpenter Seller Del Gatto Architects;

Historic Preservation & Adaptive Reuse - The Carousel Bar, 1 S. Main St., designed by The Plaza Hotel Design Team;

Historic Preservation – The Golden Steer restaurant, 308 W Sahara Ave , designed by Carpenter Seller Del Gatto Architects; Adaptive Reuse - The Bent Inn & Pub, 1100 E. Ogden Ave, designed by SPARC Design; Public Art – “We, Westside,” a mural at 500 Jefferson Ave., created by Iandry Randriamandroso; and

Public Places – Obodo Urban Farm, 1300 C St , designed by The Obodo Collective

City of North Las Vegas and Southern Nevada Water Authority Break Ground on Water System in Apex

Garnet Valley/Apex Water and Wastewater System will add capacity to meet future needs of Apex Industrial Park

VEGAS BUSINESS DIGEST

February 27, 2024 5:07 PM

1 min read

Today, the City of North Las Vegas and the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) broke ground on the Garnet Valley/Apex Water and Wastewater System to provide additional water and sewer infrastructure to meet the future development demand in Apex Industrial Park. According to John Entsminger, SNWA general manager, all indoor water use within Apex is reclaimed and recycled back to Lake Mead.

Apex Industrial Park has more than 7,000 acres of developable land and is close proximity to major transportation routes. Major developers including VanTrust Real Estate, Dermody Properties, NorthPoint Development and

Prologis, whose North Las Vegas land holding is their second largest in the United States, have all already invested in Apex. Once completely built out, Apex is expected to create 73,000 new jobs and $7 billion dollars of investment over the next 20 years.

New Mixed-Use Development Break Ground in the Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas

Three-building apartment community will house 337 rental residences of all sizes

VEGAS BUSINESS DIGEST

February 28, 2024 . 5:22 PM 2 min read

Yesterday, Southern Land Company (SLC) broke ground on a mixed-use development located at 1207 S. 3rd Street in the18b Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas. The project will include three seven-story apartment buildings totaling 531,982 square feet, offering a combined 337 rental residences and 8,500 square feet of ground-level retail and restaurant space The residential units will include a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom homes, offering between 585 and 1,254 square feet of living space.

Leasing will begin for the apartments in the second quarter of 2025. Leasing for retail space is anticipated to begin in the third quarter of 2025. The project is anticipated to open in late 2025. KTGY designed the project, and Burke Construction Group, Inc of Las Vegas serves as general contractor

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Commercial buildings expect architects to provide expertise on working toward net zero

They're looking for help conforming to codes, reducing environmental impact, and meeting ESG goals. Whether they're building a new structure or modernizing an old one, clients want cutting-edge solutions that show immediate improvements and provide long-term return on investment.

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Let’s Go 2050 will identify future regional transportation projects. We want to hear your ideas about how to make it safer and easier to walk, roll, bike, ride transit, or drive where you want to go!

Join our virtual public meeting through March 31, 2024 and share your thoughts through the online survey.

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AIA NATIONAL CALENDAR AIA NATIONAL CALENDAR

APRIL 2024

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HCD Webinar: How Architects can Make a Difference NOW in Housing and Climate

When: Apr 1, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM (ET)

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The U40 List: AIA/AAH List of Healthcare Design’s Best Under 40

When: Apr 1, 2024 from 05:00 PM to 05:00 PM (ET)

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Tuttle and GMZ Fellowships

When: Apr 1, 2024 from 05:00 PM to 05:00 PM (ET)

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COD 2024 - Connecting Cultures, Catalyzing Change: Northwest Arkansas in the Ozarks

When: Apr 3, 2024 from 03:00 PM to 11:00 PM (ET)

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COD 2024 - Connecting Cultures, Catalyzing Change: Northwest Arkansas in the Ozarks

Starts: Apr 3, 2024 03:00 PM (CT)

Ends: Apr 7, 2024 07:00 AM (CT)

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2024 Taliesin West Colloquium - Adaptation in Preservation: Concepts, Contrasts and Collaboration

When: Apr 5, 2024 from 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM (ET)

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2024 Taliesin West Colloquium - Adaptation in Preservation: Concepts, Contrasts and Collaboration

Starts: Apr 5, 2024 11:00 AM (MT)

Ends: Apr 6, 2024 02:15 PM (MT)

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Environments for Aging 2024

Starts: Apr 13, 2024 08:00 AM (ET)

Ends: Apr 16, 2024 01:00 PM (ET)

SLS Next Generation Scholarship

When: Apr 21, 2024 from 05:00 PM to 05:00 PM (ET)

Technology in Corrections & Innovative Prisons Infrastructure

Conferences

Starts: Apr 22, 2024 09:00 AM (EET)

Ends: Apr 26, 2024 05:00 PM (EET)

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2024 SMALL PROJECT 2024 SMALL PROJECT DESIGN KNOWLEDGE DESIGN KNOWLEDGE

COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Starts: Feb 16, 2024 12:02 AM (ET)

Ends: Apr 19, 2024 05:00 PM (ET)

Associated with Small Project Design

The SPD advisory committee is pleased to announce the 2024 Small Project Design Knowledge Community Grant The purpose of this grant is to provide financial support for nonprofit organizations working with architects on community-based projects. Along with supporting the work of nonprofit organizations, we want to demonstrate the value of hiring an architecture firm (and AIA member) for community projects, by helping cover some of the costs associated with hiring the design team.

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AIA/Deltek ABI Reports Moderation in the Slowdown in Business Conditions at Architecture Firms in February

WASHINGTON – March 20, 2024 – Architecture firm billings continued to decline in February, with an AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 49.5 for the month. However, February’s score marks the most modest easing in billings since July 2023 and suggests that the recent slowdown may be receding.

“There are indicators this month that business conditions at firms may finally begin to pick up in the coming months. Inquiries into new projects grew at their fastest pace since November, and the value of newly signed design contracts increased at their fastest pace since last summer,” said Kermit Baker, PhD, AIA Chief Economist " Given the moderation of inflation for construction costs and prospects for lower interest rates in the coming months, there are positive signs for future growth.”

The Midwest as a region is still reporting billings growth, despite business conditions remaining weak across the country in February. Firms located in the Midwest reported growth for the last three months, and for four of the last five months

The ABI score is a leading economic indicator of construction activity, providing an approximately nine-to-twelve-month glimpse into the future of nonresidential construction spending activity. The score is derived from a monthly survey of architecture firms that measures the change in the number of services provided to clients.

Key ABI highlights for February include:

Regional averages: Northeast (44.0); Midwest (50.8); South (47.7); West (47.2)

Sector index breakdown: commercial/industrial (46.1); institutional (50.7); mixed practice (firms that do not have at least half of their billings in any one other category) (47 1); multifamily residential (44 9)

Project inquiries index: 56 0

Design contracts index: 51 1

The regional and sector categories are calculated as three-month moving averages and may not always average out to the national score

Visit AIA’s website for detailed information about this, and past billing inreports.

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