The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

The AIA|DC ACEL (Architects Coaching and Empowering Leaders) Committee provides leadership training for architects in the middle of their careers. We encourage practicing architects to overcome career plateaus by offering content that expands traditional firm based training and encourages discussion on topics paving the way in the profession.

The vision of the committee is to accelerate opportunities for leadership and mentorship for architects in the middle of their careers.

Join us to celebrate the opening of our latest exhibition, Built to Adorn: Jewelry and the Architecture of DC.

This exhibition illuminates unique jewelry pieces whose designs draw inspiration from the city’s iconic buildings and monuments. The pieces in this exhibition reflect the rich history, intricate details, and cultural significance of DC's architectural landscape, transforming familiar structures into wearable art. Several of these jewelry pieces were created by world-renowned architects, while others were inspired by the style of significant architects, such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. A handful of the pieces in the exhibition were crafted by talented jewelry designers who simply found inspiration in particular architectural elements of DC buildings. Join us to explore how these stunning creations celebrate the beauty of the city through the lens of wearable craftmanship and design. 

We welcome your presence at this opening and invite you to navigate through the multitude of pieces featured and learn more about the intersection of jewelry and architecture. Drinks and light hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Catering provided by Simply Fresh Events.

While window wall, curtain wall, and storefront systems may serve a similar purpose, they each offer a wide range of unique characteristics and varying aesthetics. From thermal and acoustical variances to schedule and cost differences, choosing the right one for your project can make the difference between a successful application or potential construction and performance issues.

This course is designed to expand your understanding of basic aluminum glazing systems, specifically storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems. After completing this course, you will be able to effectively select the appropriate aluminum glazing system for your project to achieve the desired aesthetics while providing optimal performance.

Schedule: 

NOTE Event begins at 6pm sharp, registration opens at 5:30pm EST

• 5:30pm - 6pm Guest Arrival
• 6pm - 7pm Presentation
• 7pm - 8pm Networking Hour (snacks and drinks will be provided)

Learning Objectives: 

• Have a basic understanding of typical storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems.
• Understand the differences between glazing systems.
• Understand the issues to consider when selecting a system for a specific application.
• Understand standard industry structural requirements, performance criteria, aesthetic conditions, and water control.

HSW Justification: 

Glazing systems are critical to building performance and safety of occupants. Understanding system selection can help create healthy environments, provide occupant safety at building perimeters, and promote efficient thermal performance.

Presented by:

April Rawson, CDT

April Rawson earned her M.B.A. from Franciscan University of Steubenville, a B.B.A. from Kent State University and is CDT Certified from the Construction Specifications Institute. April is a Board Member for both the CSI Great Lakes Region and CSI GLR Indianapolis Chapter. April is your resource for architectural glazing systems, glass, and accessories.

Dates: July 21 - July  25, 2025

Time: 10 am - 3pm (Session ends at noon on Friday)

Age group:11 - 14 years old

Capacity of 25 Students 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE, JUNE 23, 2025 

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 District Architecture Center offers a unique 5-day camp experience for DC metropolitan youth. Professional architects guide children to the wonders of architecture, develop creative and analytical skills, and grow an appreciation for the field. Over the 5-day period, children will be introduced to fundamentals of architecture, the design process, aspects of engineering, and go on walking tours and field trips. By the end of the week, final projects will be exhibited for families. 

Summer camp 2025 theme: Museums! 

Please note the following requirements:

• Field trip permission form
• Photo waiver
• Pack a daily non-perishable lunch
• Emergency medical permission
• Two *emergency contacts​*that are not parents
   

Scholarships may be available upon request. If you are facing a financial hardship please contact Heidi Sohng for a code that will provide a 50% discount. WAF provides scholarships for all its classes. We ask that you only use this option if you are facing financial challenges. If further discounts are required, please contact Mary to discuss. 

This program is supported by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. Made possible through the support of the Hattie M. Strong Foundation.

Note: District Architecture Center Members enjoy discounted rates on summer camp and other DAC events. Click here to join, and you will save $50 on DACKids Summer Camp.

Dates: July 14 - July  18, 2025

Time: 10 am - 3pm (Session ends at noon on Friday)

Age group: 8 - 10 years old

Capacity of 25 Students 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE, JUNE 16, 2025 

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District Architecture Center offers a unique 5-day camp experience for DC metropolitan youth. Professional architects guide children to the wonders of architecture, develop creative and analytical skills, and grow an appreciation for the field. Over the 5-day period, children will be introduced to fundamentals of architecture, the design process, aspects of engineering, and go on walking tours and field trips. By the end of the week, final projects will be exhibited for families. 

Summer camp 2025 theme: City Parks!

Please note the following requirements:

• Field trip permission form
• Photo waiver
• Pack a daily non-perishable lunch
• Emergency medical permission
• Two *emergency contacts​*that are not parents
   

Scholarships may be available upon request. If you are facing a financial hardship please contact Heidi Sohng for a code that will provide a 50% discount. WAF provides scholarships for all its classes. We ask that you only use this option if you are facing financial challenges. If further discounts are required, please contact Mary to discuss. 

This program is supported by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. Made possible through the support of the Hattie M. Strong Foundation.

Note: District Architecture Center Members enjoy discounted rates on summer camp and other DAC events. Click here to join, and you will save $50 on DACKids Summer Camp.