AIA Arizona

Highlights from the 2026 Architectural Archives Event at Papago Golf Club!

This year’s program explored Mill Avenue: Development to Revitalization Over the Decades, featuring a thoughtful panel discussion on the district’s evolution—balancing preservation, growth, and the stories that continue to shape its identity.

Moderated by Vic Linoff, panelists Bob Hershberger, FAIA, Stu Seifer, and Mark Vinson, FAIA, shared insights on the pressures for change and the enduring character of this iconic corridor.

Hosted by AIA Arizona and the Arizona Architecture Foundation Architectural Archives Committee.
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1. Panelists from left: Stu Seifer, Mark Vinson, FAIA, and Bob Hershberger, FAIA.
2. Attendees at the 2026 Architectural Archives Event at Papago Golf Club.
3. Bob Hershberger, FAIA, introduces the event.
4. Attendees at the 2026 Architectural Archives Event at Papago Golf Club.
5. Panelists from left: Stu Seifer, Mark Vinson, FAIA, and Bob Hershberger, FAIA.
6. From left: AIA Arizona Executive Director John Czarnecki; Patrick Panetta, FAIA; Michael Jacobs, AIA; John Kane, FAIA; and Jeremy Gustafson. 
7. From left: Haley Allen, AIA; Diane Jacobs, FAIA; and Elaine Becherer, Assoc. AIA.
8. From left: Rob Burgheimer, AIA; Sue Gray, AIA; and Nelson Gray, Assoc. AIA.
9. Anissa Rasheta and Arizona Architecture Foundation President Caroline Lobo, AIA.

On May 14, members of the AIA Arizona Committee on the Environment (COTE), AIA Arizona Government Affairs Committee, and AIA Phoenix Metro AIA10 gathered for a happy hour at the Churchill in Phoenix. This informal reception brought together individuals who are passionate about sustainability and community impact. Swipe to see images of the evening.

On Friday, hosted a lunch celebration for Max Underwood, FAIA, who is retiring as President’s Professor at ASU. Max is also the newest Fellow of AIA Arizona. A number of leaders at the school, colleagues, and former students spoke about Underwood. And Max expressed his thoughts and appreciation as well before receiving a standing ovation.

AIA Arizona will recognize Underwood at an evening reception at DLR Group on June 4. See link in bio to RSVP for that evening.
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1: Underwood speaking to the attendees
2: Renee Cheng, FAIA, dean of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts and senior vice provost at ASU
3. Darren Petrucci, AIA
4. Underwood
5. Underwood and AIA Arizona Executive Director John Czarnecki