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FALL 2025 CONFERENCE — MADRID & SEGOVIA
Dates: October 16–19, 2025
Theme: Reimagining
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AIA CE SCHOLARSHIP 2025
AIA Continental Europe is awarding a €3,000 scholarship to a U.S. student enrolled in an accredited master's program in Europe. Submission Deadline: June 30, 2025
ITALY SECTION EVENT
Led by Section Director Morgan Danner and hosted by Antonino Battaglia, the Italy Section held a dynamic two-day event in Rome on May 16–17.
The gathering began with a welcome at a Monti neighborhood bistro, followed by an architectural walking tour exploring Baroque masterpieces—Bernini’s Sant’Andrea al Quirinale and Borromini’s San Carlino alle Quattro Fontane. Discussions delved into the architects’ lasting legacies and their stylistic rivalries.
The second day featured a private tour of the Vatican Gardens, guided by host Antonino, an architectural engineer for the Vatican State’s “Project Design Support Department” providing designs and contract oversight for renovations, new construction, and maintenance efforts of the Vatican Museums and the Holy See Event Planning sections.
The Vatican Gardens
With his leadership and insight we were able to see the hidden gem of the Vatican country grounds, the backside of the basilica, the gardens filled with historic fountains and monuments, and a view of Antonino’s office! We had numerous discussions of the architectural features of the gardens and various eras of Pope inaugurated projects, as well as renovation and maintenance projects that have been done in recent times both successful and not. We finished with a walk through the main basilica and then ended the event with a lovely lunch in an osteria thanking our sponsors and hosts!
Spring Conference 2025 — CORK, IRELAND
April 11–13, 2025
Co-organized with AIA United Kingdom, this spring's conference offered rich insights, cultural exchange, and memorable experiences. Attendees visited notable projects by de Blacam and Meagher Architects, the UCC Campus, and the Glucksman Art Gallery by O'Donnell + Tuomey.
A stellar lineup of speakers included leaders from Grafton Architects, Scott Tallon Walker, Bucholz McEvoy, and Cork City Council, among others.
De Blacam and Meagher Architects
Special thanks to the conference organizers: Helen Giblin, Etain Fitzpatrick, and Karen Hassey.
