Does your firm actively support Emerging Professionals through mentorship, licensure guidance, leadership opportunities, and workplace culture?
If so, the 2026 Emerging Professional Friendly Firm (EPFF) Award is for you. Presented by AIA Brooklyn Emerging Professionals, the EPFF Award recognizes Brooklyn-based architecture firms that are helping shape the next generation of architects through meaningful investment in their teams.
Why does this matter?
Because firms that support Emerging Professionals are not only building stronger office cultures, they are also building stronger businesses through:
• Better staff retention
• Faster licensure pathways
• Stronger project continuity
• More engaged teams
• Better recruitment and industry visibility
We invite Emerging Professionals, firm leaders, principals, and mentors to nominate firms that are creating environments where young architects can grow, contribute, and lead.
Award recipients will receive:
• Public recognition across AIA Brooklyn platforms
• Documentary-style office features
• Networking and screening events
• Jury citations and certificate recognition
Nominations are officially open through August 30, 2026. >>> Click here to apply.
Help us celebrate firms investing in the future of the profession.
Warmly,
AIA Brooklyn Emerging Professionals