Joshua Zinder Architecture + Design

At AIA26, Joshua Zinder, AIA, LEED AP and Chris Farnum, AIA, LEED AP of Studio Hillier talked about something many architects think about but rarely act on: developing our own projects to support our firms.

The response told us everything. Nearly every person in the room said the session made them more likely to consider it. More than half hadn't done it yet but wanted to — drawn mostly to multi-family and mixed-use work, and motivated by long-term wealth building, not just design.

Architects spend careers helping other people build their visions. Maybe it's time more of us built our own. Grateful for the opportunity to educate and support our fellow architects.

We’re excited to share that Joshua Zinder AIA, NCARB, LEED AP and Christopher Farnum, AIA, LEED AP of Studio Hillier will be speaking at AIA26 in San Diego.

📍 Session SE303 — Architect, Also Developer: Achieving Stability, Growth, and Better Project Outcomes
🗓 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 7:30–8:30 AM

The session will explore how architects can expand their role in development to create stronger projects, greater stability, and long-term impact within their communities.

If you’ll be attending AIA26, we hope to see you there, bright & early!

Studio Hillier

On the ground at Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) Mid-Atlantic 2026 Regional Conference this week!

Mark A. Sullivan connecting with leaders in campus planning and higher ed design - always inspiring to be part of the conversation shaping the future of learning environments.

We’re excited to bring these insights back to our clients.

Society for College and University Planning (SCUP)