The AIA Conference on Architecture & Design
Nick and Paul debrief the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026 in San Diego — keynotes from Padma Lakshmi, Charlene Li, and Sameh Wahba, the Small Firm Exchange, and two standout building tours.
Community & News Insights
Events, awards, firm news, press, civic issues, and people shaping Central Ohio and the profession.
Arcfluence: Looking Back, Looking Ahead
A relaxed end-of-year conversation with Nick, Paulie, and Nino reflecting on 2025—awards won, projects completed, team growth, and exciting plans for 2026.
Arcfluence Honored at the 2025 AIA Ohio Awards
Both Arcfluence nominated projects received recognition at the 2025 AIA Ohio People's Choice Awards: The Cliffs earned 2nd place and BeAligned Health earned 3rd place.
Breaking: Columbus Approves Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Columbus City Council passed legislation allowing accessory dwelling units by right in all residential and apartment residential districts.
Dean Mark Mistur on Kent State's CAED
Kent State's architecture dean shares how the CAED is expanding visibility, studio travel, and AI-ready education while keeping design grounded in public service.
Arcfluence at AIA Ohio: ADUs for a Growing Columbus
Paul Fatkins and Nick Karakaian present at AIA Ohio on how Accessory Dwelling Units can help Central Ohio grow smarter—plus the firm wins two People's Choice Awards.
Delivering Design That Aligns with Market and Mission
Arcfluence co-founder Nick Karakaian outlines how intentional architecture boosts returns and resilience in today's real estate market.
Boston AIA 2025: Conference Highlights (Clam Chowder Included)
Key insights and takeaways from the 2025 AIA Conference in Boston, featuring AI tools, urban tours, and storytelling in design.
A Celebration of the Profession: Insights from AIA Conference
Reflections on the AIA Conference in D.C.—adaptive reuse, innovative design, and architecture’s evolving role.