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Headshot of Robert Platt.

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) names Robert W. Platt of Habitations LLC in Atlanta, Georgia as its 2021 Designer of the Year. For the past six years, AIBD Professional Member … Read More

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The best free small business software for building designers. Use this list to get the most out of your business without breaking the bank.

Photograph of The Compound Effect book.

This summary of The Compound Effect, a book written by Darren Hardy, discusses the key elements that will expand your success through small change. Mike Keesee, FAIBD, turned us on to Darren Hardy. Steve and Garrett … Read More

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Presenting the AIBD President-Elect, Bernie Kern of Colorado Springs, CO.

A new slate of officers and directors has been chosen via a public nomination process, and now the Nominations Committee, lead by Immediate Past President, Kevin Holdridge (NC), is proud to announce our new president and 1st VP, some new faces, and a lot of returning veterans.

Photograph of two cakes commemorating the 20th anniversary of this event.

On March 6th the AIBD North Carolina and South Carolina Chapters gathered together for their 20th Annual Design Conference and Trade Show.