Prairie Business Magazine feature: Dakotans who stay to design their communities

We often hear from architects in South Dakota about the good reasons behind the rigorous school program and series of exams required to become a licensed architect. Nearly as often, we hear that our members didn’t meet a licensed architect until they were well into their college studies or perhaps even took their first job …

Tricks of the Trade: How to Effectively Evaluate Ideas

Evaluating ideas is a crucial step in the creative process to determine which concepts are worth pursuing further. Step 1: Clearly Define the Problem or Goal the Idea Aims to Address Ensure the idea aligns with the objectives you want to achieve. In order to do this, one must define the objectives first. Consider factors …

AIA SD leaders visit with all 3 members of SD’s delegation

Cover image: AIA SD President Jeff Nelson, AIA, and AIA SD President-elect Justin Oleson, AIA, meet with U.S. Sen. John Thune to discuss federal issues that impact our state and country. They are by Lakisha Ann Woods, CAE, EVP and CEO of AIA, AIA President-elect Evelyn Lee, FAIA, NOMA, and AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, …