LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hello, 

I'm planning on going to San Diego and would love to meet. 

Jake

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Jacob Zander AIA
Jackola PLC
Portland OR

Original Message:
Sent: 02-25-2026 04:14 PM
From: AL Hu, AIA
Subject: 2026 AIA Conference in San Diego

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

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✨ A.L. Hu, AIA, NOMA, NCARB
✨ they/them
✨ Queeries
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Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

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Eve Reynolds AIA
Arcolution LLC
Los Angeles CA

Original Message:
Sent: 02-25-2026 04:14 PM
From: AL Hu, AIA
Subject: 2026 AIA Conference in San Diego

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

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✨ A.L. Hu, AIA, NOMA, NCARB
✨ they/them
✨ Queeries
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Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hi everyone! 

The Gensler San Diego office is happy to host the AIA LGBTQIA+ Alliance Happy hour. We're hosting it on Tuesday, June 9th at our SD office downtown. This is a short walk to the convention center and nearby hotels. While we understand some people may not get into San Diego until Wednesday, the convention schedule currently is pretty jammed pack and wanted to avoid time conflicts. For reference, I was part of the team to host 2024 Chicago LGBTQIA+ happy hour, which also occurred the day before and still had over 150+ attendees. 

Please DM me if you're interested in the planning. We're looking for additional sponsors/partners for DJs and drag performers. 

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026
5pm - 8pm
Gensler San Diego

$10 donation / Eventbrite coming soon

Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey! Was there ever a signup that went out for this?

Hi everyone! 

The Gensler San Diego office is happy to host the AIA LGBTQIA+ Alliance Happy hour. We're hosting it on Tuesday, June 9th at our SD office downtown. This is a short walk to the convention center and nearby hotels. While we understand some people may not get into San Diego until Wednesday, the convention schedule currently is pretty jammed pack and wanted to avoid time conflicts. For reference, I was part of the team to host 2024 Chicago LGBTQIA+ happy hour, which also occurred the day before and still had over 150+ attendees. 

Please DM me if you're interested in the planning. We're looking for additional sponsors/partners for DJs and drag performers. 

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026
5pm - 8pm
Gensler San Diego

$10 donation / Eventbrite coming soon

Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Original Message:
Sent: 2/27/2026 5:47:00 PM
From: Eve Reynolds, AIA
Subject: RE: 2026 AIA Conference in San Diego

Hey I noticed on the conference schedule that there are lots of affinity groups meeting on Thursday evening, 6pm on... I'm wondering if this is a good time for us to meet up somewhere in proximity to the conference? I do not know San Diego, so I can't offhand suggest a meetup site. I wonder also if we can enlist some San Diego architects to join and suggest a venue?

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Eve Reynolds AIA
Arcolution LLC
Los Angeles CA

Original Message:
Sent: 02-25-2026 04:14 PM
From: AL Hu, AIA
Subject: 2026 AIA Conference in San Diego

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

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✨ A.L. Hu, AIA, NOMA, NCARB
✨ they/them
✨ Queeries
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Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hi A.L.,

So excited that Out in Architecture Volume II will debut at the A'26 Conference.  Do you happen to know when we are planning to launch?  My schedule is usually pretty tight, but I might try to make it out this year if I can.  Sad to hear our session was rejected since we had a great launch of the Alliance's work at A'24, but I'm glad to hear we will be represented in some capacity - conference adjacent.  Eric (my co-chair) is planning to attend so you'll at least have one NYC rep in town.

Looking forward to learning more, and thanks for putting the buzz out on the new book!

All best,

Matt

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hao - thanks so much for organizing the pre-conference festivities! Though my flight is arriving late, I am aiming to be there! 

And Matthew - am seeing that Friday may be bringing Out in Architecture, Volume II launching! More to come soon..! 
I'll also have copied of OiA, Volume I, for anyone who might be in town and not yet have the first! Let me know and we will link up! 

Can't wait to see everyone! 

Hi A.L.,

So excited that Out in Architecture Volume II will debut at the A'26 Conference.  Do you happen to know when we are planning to launch?  My schedule is usually pretty tight, but I might try to make it out this year if I can.  Sad to hear our session was rejected since we had a great launch of the Alliance's work at A'24, but I'm glad to hear we will be represented in some capacity - conference adjacent.  Eric (my co-chair) is planning to attend so you'll at least have one NYC rep in town.

Looking forward to learning more, and thanks for putting the buzz out on the new book!

All best,

Matt

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again... time to think about attending this year's AIA Conference! I, for one, am perpetually in shock at the price of registration... and that's the early bird rate! Now that live in California, bopping down to San Diego for a few days in June could be fun, even if I don't end up attending Conference.

Word has it that Out in Architecture Volume II might launch at Conference...! OK full disclosure, I'm the managing editor this time around. Our AIA session was unceremoniously rejected, but we're still planning some kind of Conference-adjacent event. 

Who's planning on going?