Designing Tomorrow, Today: A Look Back at AIA25 in Boston
Contributed by: James Eller of ProRez Coatings
From June 4–7, AIA25 transformed Boston into a global hub for architectural innovation. Here’s what made it unforgettable:
Inspiring Keynotes & Sessions
- Explored sustainable design, resilient cities, and the role of AI in practice.
- HSW credits earned across topics from material innovation to equity in design.
Powerhouse Expo Floor
- 600+ exhibitors showcasing smart tech, healthy materials, and green building products.
- “Prosper Zone” sessions on economic trends and business strategies.
Boston as a Living Laboratory
- Tours of MIT.nano, Harvard Science Complex, Fort Point, and Seaport’s adaptive reuse sites.
- Insights into historic preservation, modern infill, and waterfront resilience.
Networking & Community
- Social events, licensure support from NCARB, and peer-to-peer learning forged lasting connections.
AIA25’s legacy lives on in the ideas shared, partnerships formed, and the drive to shape a more sustainable built environment.
