NOMAtlanta

February's General Body Meeting
2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Monthly Business and Project Pipeline Kickoff Meeting

January General Body Meeting
2025-01-30 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The HON Workspace (Bank of America Tower), 600 Peachtree St. NE Suite 2450, Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States
Monthly Business Meeting |

Save The Date for January’s GBM! Register below to receive more information and join the mailing list.

Hosted by HON Workspace (Located in the Bank of America Tower)

Refreshments will be served

Parking will be validated

MLK Volunteer Event
2025-01-20 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Georgia
Volunteer with NOMAtlanta and the MLK Jr. Service Project | 30 Spots Available

November General Body Meeting
2024-11-21 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Monthly Business Meeting

Save The Date for November’s GBM! Register below to receive more information and join the mailing list.

Program Directors Update

Open Leadership Roles

Volunteer Opportunities for the New Year

Thanks to our gracious hosts at Kimball International!

40th Anniversary Celebration
2024-11-01 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Atlanta City Hall Atrium, 55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, United States
Celebrating the minority architects that helped Atlanta, ATL.

After 40 pivotal years of legacy and advocacy, it is important to recognize the work of the individuals, communities, and firms that have aided in the richness of the organization. With a collective 50+ years of history, we need to ensure these stories are there and present for the next 50 years of advancement.

We invite you to join us on a special journey this year as we partner with purpose to deliver a focused series of events to honor this historic milestone, the places, the building, and the people along with bold and visionary plans for the future. We look forward to your attendance at this event!

Standard Ticket prices increase on 10/25 @ 6:30 PM. Prices after 10/25:

$118 for Members

$148 for Non-Members

$68 for NOMAS Members

Next Generation Career Day
2024-11-01 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | IHG Design Center, 1287 Seaboard Industrial Boulevard NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318
RISE AND THRIVE: DISCOVERING FUTURE CAREERS IN HOSPITALITY

NOMAtlanta in partnership with Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is looking for volunteers to speak to their experience in starting their architectural career path.

As Part of their Career Technical & Agricultural Education Program (CTAE), APS introduces the next generation to new career pathways through workshops and career day format events.

If you are interested in volunteering at the next event scheduled for November 1st, 2024, please reach out to our NOMAtlanta Directorship at projectpipeline@nomaatlanta.org

NOMA Conference & Exposition
2024-10-23 18:00 - 2024-10-27 19:30 UTC | Georgia
Conference 2024

October General Body Meeting
2024-10-17 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Georgia
Join us as we highlight the work of our Student-Led NOMAS Chapters! You’ll hear about their initiatives and design competition entries as they submit for the National NOMA Conference Project. We will also be sharing the results from our accessibility survey to hear how our professional chapter can support the work of our student members.

Hosted by HKS Atlanta, on the 9th Floor of 3280 Peachtree Road, NE.. Note that the nearest parking is available at the address below.

Terminus Parking Garage: 10 Terminus Place, 180 Terminus Pl, Atlanta, GA 30305

Street parking and may be available, but please note posted signage. Office is directly accessible from MARTA Buckhead Station.

AISC - Gerdau Cartersville Steel Mill Tour
2024-10-11 07:30 - 15:00 UTC | Gerdau Cartersville Steel Mill, 384 Old Grassdale Road NE, Cartersville, Georgia, 30121
Join us for an exclusive tour of the Gerdau Steel Mill, specially designed for architects. This unique event provides a firsthand look at the steel manufacturing process through an informative briefing and a guided walking tour, allowing you to witness the creation of the materials that form the backbone of our built environment. Gain invaluable insights into steel crafting, enhancing your understanding and application in future projects.

Experience the sights, sounds, and heat of the mill up close. Register now at the link below for this immersive opportunity!

Transportation and food are included in tour registration. Tour includes CEU Credits and is open for registration until October 8th or when capacity is reached.

7:30am – 8:30am: Travel to Mill8:30am – 9:00am: Arrival and light breakfast9:00am – 10:30am: Introduction to Steel Manufacturing10:30am – 11:00am: Safety Procedures11:00am – 12:00pm: Mill Tour12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch1:00pm – 1:30pm: Departure1:30pm – 3:00pm: Travel Back to Atlanta

Please contact Nima Balasubramanian (balasubramanian@aisc.org) for any event-related questions, and email registration@aisc.org for registration inquiries.

September General Body Meeting
2024-09-26 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Georgia
Monthly Business Meeting

Networking

Featured Presenter

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

Get Your Tickets for this Year's BWA Brunch!
2024-09-15 12:00 - 15:00 UTC | Resurgens Plaza, 945 East Paces Ferry Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326
Come join us for a delightful morning filled with food, fun, and networking! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Black, women, architecture professionals while enjoying a scrumptious brunch spread. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network and make new friends. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable experience at the 2024 BWA Brunch in Atlanta!

August General Body Meeting
2024-08-29 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Perkins & Will, 1315 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States
Monthly Business Meeting

Join us for a volunteer workshop led by our Directorship! You’ll hear about our diverse initiatives across our executive board and hear how you can get involved as a volunteer. Each directorship will lead a workshop session to introduce their initiatives for the rest of the year and introduce how they could use your help!

Hosted by Perkins & Will Atlanta. Note that the nearest parking is available at the address below.

Lanier Garage: 1337 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Street parking and Peachtree Circle NE may be available, but please note posted signage. Office is directly accessible from MARTA Arts Center Station, to exit closest to the High Museum of Art and walk to 1315 Peachtree Street.

Please arrive by 6:30 PM to be attended at the front entrance. Main entry is closed after then.

Register below to receive email updates on Venue for this Month’s GBM !

Networking

Featured Presenter

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

Join us for an Architect Open House hosted by UJAMAA Construction!
2024-08-21 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | 6711 Persona Place, Morrow, GA 303260, UJAMAA Construction, Morrow, Georgia, 303260
Event Details:

Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with the UJAMAA team.

Explore Collaborative Possibilities: Discover how partnering with Ujamaa Construction can enhance your next project.

Interactive Sessions: Engage with our team and learn more about our portfolio and expertise.

Date & Time:

August 21, 2024

3pm-6pm

6711 Personal Pl, Morrow, GA, 30260

2024 Atlanta Extreme Heat Symposium
2024-08-07 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Georgia Tech – Kendeda Building, 422 Ferst Drive NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, United States
We’re excited to welcome you to the 2024 Atlanta Extreme Heat Symposium. This event aims to integrate various disciplines to explore proactive approaches for mitigating heat effects in the city. Participants include the public, students, designers, planners, and policymakers. The symposium program features a keynote address, panel discussions, networking sessions, and an exhibition gallery showcasing the impact of built environments, heat-absorbing infrastructure, development strategies, city planning, policy, community health risks, local resilience efforts, and advocacy. It’s an excellent opportunity for research, design exploration, and engagement.

Registration for the inaugural symposium is free to encourage maximum participation. For any questions or inquiries about participation, please reach out to Tyrone Marshall at tyrone.marshall@perkinswill.com.

This event is made possible by the generous support of the Architecture Foundation of Georgia IMPACT Grant, funded by the American Institute of Architects, Georgia Association (AIAGA.ORG), and administered by the Architecture Foundation of Georgia (AFGA).

NOMAtlanta proudly partners with AREA Research (Advancing Reimaging Expanding Applying Research) to present this year’s symposium to be graciously hosted in the atrium of Georgia Tech’s Kendeda Building

Summer BBQ
2024-07-19 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Mannington Commercial Design Center, 934 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us for an unforgettable summer BBQ hosted by NOMAtlanta and our gracious partners at Mannington Commercial Design Center! This event is our way of showing appreciation for our incredible members. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, games, and the opportunity to connect with fellow members. Secure your tickets now and be a part of this year’s celebration.

July General Body Meeting
2024-07-18 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Corporate Environments, 1636 NE Expy NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30329
in Association With the Kennesaw Historical Society – Proudly Presents “The Kings of Covered Bridges” Lecture Series – with Andrew J. Bramlett

Networking

Featured Presenter

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

Horace King, an African-American architect, engineer, bridge builder & Former Alabama State Representative is historically considered the most respected bridge builder of the 19th century Deep South, constructing dozens of bridges in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. Lecturer Andrew J. Bramblett, representing the Kennesaw Historical Society will speak to Horace King’s impact in reconstructing the Deep South and how the Society works to maintain and advocate for the works of Mr. King.

The event will include refreshments, networking, and a platform open to public Q&A. All are welcome.

On Feb. 3, 1846, the Alabama Legislature approved a bill of emancipation for famed builder Horace King.

Born in bondage on a South Carolina plantation in 1807, he was brought to Alabama in the early 1830s to aide in the construction of the first bridge across the lower Chattahoochee River. A talented craftsman who specialized in heavy-timber construction, King ranked among the most respected builders in the South. During his career he built an estimated 125 structures, mostly bridges, in Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi.

The sturdy, gravity-defying wooden bridges of Horace King were marvels of construction. They helped to connect communities and expand commerce in the first decades of widespread white settlement along Alabama’s southeastern border. Still, we know virtually nothing about King’s early life. In the 1830s, when he was about 25, King was sold to South Carolina builder John Godwin.

King may have learned techniques of the building trade from Godwin. By most accounts, though, he seemed to possess the intuitive skills necessary to become a renowned craftsman on his own. For his part, Godwin discerned the depths of King’s abilities early on and treated him more as apprentice than an enslaved workman. Their decades-long partnership — spanning King’s time in bondage and as a free man — lasted until Godwin’s death in 1859. Godwin and King arrived in Columbus, Georgia, in 1832, having won the contract to build a 900-foot covered bridge across the Chattahoochee’s muddy waters. The bridge connected Columbus with a small hamlet named Girard on the Alabama side of the river. Later that year, the Alabama Legislature named Girard the first seat of newly established Russell County. Once the bridge was completed, Godwin established himself in Girard, which merged with Phenix City in 1923. He and King built many of the earliest homes and businesses there, including the first Russell County Courthouse.

Palette: Design For Us By Us
2024-06-28 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Portrait Coffee, 1065 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard, #A, Atlanta, Georgia, 30310
Palette: Design For Us By Us – Pt 01 June 28th – Doors Open at 6PMJoin us for a panel and mixer reflecting on the black and brown experience in design and entrepreneurship. Coffee is a conduit for conversations, and Palette offers the perfect platform to connect with Creatives and foster relationships.

Panelists to include:

Hailey Wilkins – Architectural Designer

Ebehi Ijewere – Architect & Founder of Layers by Design

Brittany Bosco – Founder & Creative Director of Slug Global, LLC

Aaron Fender – CEO & Co-founder of Portrait Coffee

Complimentary food and drinks are included in ticket price.

Open to all Creatives! We encourage you to attend wearing a fit that describes you best!

June General Body Meeting
2024-06-27 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us at this month’s General Body Meeting for an evening of reflection on past successes and how our chapter continues to build towards its goals. Our NOMAtlanta Past Presidents will present as part of a panel discussion on the challenges they faced and initiatives they championed through their years of leadership. The event will include refreshments, networking, and a platform open to public Q&A. All are welcome.

Please be aware of ongoing street closures along 10th Street and Fowler in preparation for Thursday evening’s Presidential Debate to be held at the Turner/CNN Building in Midtown. Plan accordingly to avoid traffic and ensure your on time arrival.

Special Thanks to our hosts at Kimball International Showroom for their hospitality!

Juneteenth - Celebration of Black Makers
2024-06-18 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Freedom to Create – Tickets at EventBrite Link Below

You are cordially invited to the Celebrating Black Makers event,presented by Kimball International and National Organization ofMinority Architects (NOMA) Atlanta Chapter.

Celebrating Black Makers brings together creatives, highlights thecontributions of Black professionals in our industry, and providesnetworking and connection opportunities for all.

The night will consist of PechaKucha style presentations wherepresenters will share their take on the theme “Freedom to Create”.Guests will also enjoy a market-style shopping opportunity withseveral local vendors, a live DJ, and amazing food and drinks.

Project Pipeline - Volunteer Info Session and Build-Kit Assembly
2024-06-05 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Moody Nolan Atlanta, 1201 W PEACHTREE ST NW #750, Atlanta, Georgia
VOLUNTEER MINI TRAINING SESSION AND BUILD KIT ASSEMBLY EVENT

Join as Camp Co-Directors will lead an intro and build session to get our campers ready! Sponsored by Eco-Spec, the Bill Harrison Foundation and many others.

AIA Conference
2024-06-05 00:00 - 2024-06-08 23:59 UTC | Georgia

May General Body Meeting
2024-05-30 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Gensler Atlanta, 999 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
Spotlight on Project Pipeline

Join us for this May’s General Body Meeting as we highlight our student summer camp initiative, Project Pipeline! Our Camp Co-Directors will speak to their progress in this year’s planning efforts and how we are tying in to NOMA’s National Initiative to build out the Pipeline of minority architects through early design education. Sponsored by Eco-Spec, the Bill Harrison Foundation and many others, we will introduce our mission, provide a history of the camp, and provide information on how you can get involved.

Agenda

Introduction

2023 Project Pipeline Student Spotlight

Sponsorship Highlight *Eco Spec & Bill Harrison Foundation

2024 Project Prompt for 2024 PP Summer Camp

What have we been up to? Sharing the outreach efforts with Bill Harrison Foundation.

Closing Remarks

Special Thanks to Our Project Pipeline Sponsors!

Parking and Directions

In addition to the pay garage, there are nearby free parking options:

• Blue zone on Juniper is free 9:30-3:30, (2hr max).

• Yellow zone is free 24 hrs. There are a few other free streets further south and east; just check that the street signs don’t say permit-only. Parts of Piedmont Ave also have free street parking during certain hours.

Save The Date for Spring Fusion 2024!
2024-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Chattahoochee Food Works, 1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, 30318
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AIA Atlanta and NOMAtlanta are reuniting to host the 3rd Annual Spring Fusion! The social will once again be held at the Chattahoochee Food Works food hall, a melting pot of multicultural cuisine with over 30 food vendors. The event has sold out every year, so please consider buying your ticket early!

Ticket includes a complimentary drink and an expansive selection of appetizers while taking in the lively ambiance. As a sponsor, your company or organization will be recognized in our event marketing, and you will have the opportunity to connect directly with a diverse group of AEC Industry professionals.

Learn More About Sponsorship

April General Body Meeting
2024-04-25 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Georgia
Presentation and Workshop by Melody L. Harclerode, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C

Join us at our next General Body Meeting for an insightful evening to learn the journey of Melody L Harclerode into the prestigious AIA College of Fellows. The event will include an interactive workshop that will follow Melody’s talk. Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation on how to build your own path and legacy by following your passions. All are welcome.

Blue Heron Nature Preserve Executive Director Melody Harclerode, FAIA, MBA, LEED AP is one of only 5 African-Americans in a class of 152 architects to be elevated in 2018 as an American Institute of Architects Fellow. Melody was recognized for the local, regional, and national impact of her K-12 design education initiatives, design advocacy, writings and community programs.

A staunch advocate for architecture and the profession, Melody holds the distinction as Atlanta’s only newspaper columnist focusing solely on architects and architectural design excellence and continues to engage public and political leaders about the built environment. She has also been a champion for integrating architecture into K-12 curriculum, a leader in the community and the Institute. Her leadership with Discover Architecture has been shared with architects and allied professionals through innovative design education workshops led by her at art education conferences and at local, state, regional, and national AIA events since 2011. On the AIA Atlanta Board of Directors from 2011 to 2016, Melody raised the influence of the organization with political and civic leaders, developed innovative public programs with local and national reach, and institutionalized the importance of advocacy.

She has received numerous awards and appointments over her career, recognizing her innovation; commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity; and visionary leadership. Melody currently leads the eponymous nonprofit organization, Blue Heron Nature Preserve, Inc. (BHNP) to advance its mission of connecting people with nature across Atlanta.

Coverings Tile and Stone Exhibit
2024-04-22 08:00 - 2024-04-25 17:00 UTC | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Boulevard NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, United States
North America’s largest tile and stone exhibition, Coverings, is coming to the Georgia World Congress Center, April 22-25. Coverings features more than 1,000 exhibitors from 40 countries showcasing the latest tile and stone trends, textures and technologies that will leave you floored. Plus, Coverings’ robust educational opportunities will provide valuable insights and inspiration.

NOMAtlanta members can register for free with promo code NOMA to receive free parking and happy hour drink tickets!

Happy Hour will take place in the breathtaking Outdoor Oasis located in Hall C, Booth 7006,from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22 – A&D Day and Earth Day!

Learn More

Register Here!

March General Body Meeting
2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Mannington Commercial Design Center, 934 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us for an empowering evening celebrating Women’s History Month! Our upcoming General Body Meeting will feature a diverse panel of industry trailblazers, with Cheryl McAfee, Erica Jean-Baptiste, and Audra L. Cunningham speaking to their experience as business leaders working to improve our local community. Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation on learning how to Define Your Brand and Your Legacy! All are welcome.

Cheryl L. McAfee, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C

Owner & CEO | Principal Architect | McAfee3 Architects

Cheryl is the Principal Architect for several major projects including the new 25,000 SF Library for South Fulton Georgia, the Atlanta Beltline Master Planning Study, and multiple design efforts with the City of Atlanta’s Water Treatment Plants and Fire Stations. From 2000 – 2013, she served as Principal Architect on a master planning and design joint venture for the $7 billion expansion of the Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport… the world’s most traveled airport and owner’s representative for the construction of the International Concourse and Terminal.

She was the Senior Program Manager of design and construction for all 33 sports venues of the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. In 2013, Cheryl was selected as “Woman of the Year” by the Atlanta Business League, a 2018 Atlanta Business Chronicle “Women Who Mean Business” honoree, a 2018 National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) Georgia Chapter Hard Hat Awards recipient, and the 2018 recipient of the Ivan Allen Sr. Trophy recipient for broad commitment to her profession’s community with a deep and lasting impact on her peers, AIA, and the built environment.

She is also the recent recipient of the 2019 NOMAtlanta Inspire Award for Service to the Profession. In 2017, Cheryl was a keynote speaker at the AIA National convention in Orlando, Florida and the 2017 commencement speaker at Kansas State University School of Architecture.

Erica Jean-Baptiste

Co-Founder / Managing Partner | Woman Gone Global Partners

Located here in Metro Atlanta, Georgia, WGGP Construction Services, LLC, and Virtual Administration Services(VAS) and T.W.I.S.T. (Training Women In Skilled Trades) divisions of WGGP, were co-founded as a solution to the insufficient women and minority owned industry businesses, the dwindling skilled-trades workforce and its’ lack of construction industry related administrative support services needed.

By incorporating a solution-driven collaborative approach, WGGP provides non-traditional career opportunities for women to enter all areas of the construction industry.

Erica is also CEO of Green Energy Space International, LLC and serves as Business Developer for Mokun Solar Technology, opening up opportunities in the green energy industry. She is also excited to be a part of Flip The Conversation, LLC, a non-profit that is changing the negative mindset of our K-12 students, allowing us to shatter those myths and break those barriers.

Audra L. Cunningham

Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer | T. Dallas Smith & Company

Audra is a senior real estate executive who transitioned into tenant representation following a 23-year career in telecommunications including time with BellSouth and Earthlink. She performed in several senior management roles, including call center management, marketing, product management and national special projects.

Audra began her career as a tenant rep broker in Atlanta during the heart of the 2008 recession. She was recruited to join JLL in Washington DC in 2010 where she built a client base of law firms, non-profits, government contractors and corporations. Subsequently, Audra was recruited by CBRE and Newmark Knight Frank where she represented clients between Atlanta and Washington DC. Prior to joining TDS&Co, Audra worked with Physician’s Realty Trust (REIT), where she was responsible for leasing over three million square feet of medical office space throughout the Southeast.

As the firm’s first female senior executive, she is responsible for leading the expansion of the company’s national tenant representation brokerage division, talent development and recruitment while overseeing the firm’s administrative operations.

Academic Affairs: KSU + GT NOMAS/AIAS Firm Tour + Mixer - March 26th
2024-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Gensler Atlanta, 999 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
Join us Tuesday, March 26th, as we will be hosting a student and Emerging Professional Mixer.

NOMAtlanta & AIA Atlanta are excited to partner and host a mixer between the student chapters of both NOMAS & AIAS, at Georgia Tech and Kennesaw State, and Emerging Professional members of both NOMAtlanta and AIA Atlanta. The event will start with a quick presentation and office tour for the students and then transition into the mixer. Students to arrive at 5pm and Professionals to arrive at 5:30. Spots are limited, so make sure you reserve your ticket ASAP!

For more information contact NOMA Atlanta Academic Affairs at academicaffairs@nomaatlanta.org

AIA Georgia Day at the Capitol
2024-03-07 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Georgia

February General Body Meeting
2024-02-29 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Monthly Business Meeting

Featured Presenter – Stanley, Love-Stanley, P.C.

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

Networking
