Architectural Association of Kenya

Warm greetings to the Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, 2026 BORAQS candidates and all built environment professionals gathered for the BORAQS May 2026 CPD Seminar! As you engage in conversations on Health, Dignity, and Inclusion in our industry, may your discussions be productive, your ideas bold, and your resolutions impactful towards shaping a safer, more inclusive and dignified built environment. You are the future of our industry! Don’t forget to visit the AAK stand just outside Samburu Hall, Safari Park Hotel. Happy deliberations! #BORAQSCPD2026 #FutureOfTheBuiltEnvironment

It's Day 2 of the Design charrette! Arch. Denniss Mukuba, Urbanist and Norman Foster Institute alumnus, together with AAK President Arch. George Arabbu, joined participants at the ongoing Design Charrette at the ASK Showground, to support and guide the teams that are collaboratively developing pavilion concepts at the grounds. The charrette has now moved from ideas and strategy into active design development, with participants beginning to shape innovative, context-responsive solutions inspired by the Biennale theme, “Shifting the Center – From Fragility to Resilience.”

HAPPENING NOW : The Nairobi Biennale Architectural Heritage Talks is a curated monthly dialogue series leading up to the Nairobi Biennale of Architecture and Art 2026. The talks are designed to explore, document, and reframe Africa’s architectural heritage as a living foundation for future cities. Join Day 1 session here: teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/…

We celebrate all moms and the gift that you are. Happy Mother's Day!

AAK will be exhibiting at the Kenya Buildcon International Expo 2026 at Booth B4, Hall B. We invite you to join us and engage with industry leaders driving innovation across architecture, construction, engineering, and design. Taking place at Sarit Expo Centre from 11–13 June 2026, this premier international expo brings together global and regional players to showcase cutting-edge technologies, materials, and solutions shaping the future of the built environment. Get more info & register: kenyabuildcon.com

Best Religous/monumental project for the AAK Duracoat Awards of Excellence in Architecture 2026- Our Lady of Victoria Monastery - by Local works in collaboration with Hassell

Members of the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), led by the AAK Architects Chapter and Secretariat, were honoured to join family, friends, and colleagues at the memorial service of Arch. David Mutiso to honour and celebrate his enduring legacy. A founding and Fellow member of AAK, former AAK President, and pioneer of Kenya’s architectural profession, Arch. Mutiso’s contribution to the built environment continues to inspire generations of practitioners across the region. We remain grateful for his remarkable legacy of leadership and service to the profession

The Architectural Association of Kenya invites built environment professionals, researchers, policymakers, academia, and innovators to submit abstracts for the AAK Annual Convention 2026. 17th – 19th September 2026 Diamond Leisure Beach & Golf Resort Theme: Shifting the Built Environment from Fragility to Resilience 📌 Submissions are invited under four key sub-themes: ▪ Climate Action & Sustainability ▪ Policy, Urban Governance & Regulatory Reform ▪ People, Place & Community Resilience ▪ Innovation, Technology & the Future of Construction Abstract Submission Deadline: 30th May 2026 See details here: shorturl.at/p81pl

The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) is looking for a creative student or recent graduate member to join our team remotely. Help us shape the visual identity of the built environment! Deadline: May 14, 2026 (Noon) Apply: aak@aak.or.ke

We are pleased to present the winning and official logo for the AAK Annual Convention 2026, submitted by our graduate member Duke Oganga. A massive congratulations Duke! Save the Date! 📅 16th – 19th September 2024 📍 Diamond Leisure Lodge, Diani

2026 CAA Awards Programme – Deadline Extended The Commonwealth Association of Architects @Comarchitect has extended the submission deadline for selected categories under the 2026 CAA Awards Programme – Professional Practice Awards. Submissions for the following categories have been extended by three weeks, with the new deadline now set for Tuesday, 02 June 2026: • Lifetime Achievement Award • Environmental Impact Award • Social Impact Award This extension offers additional time for practices and professionals to prepare and submit outstanding work that demonstrates excellence, innovation, and impact across the built environment. Submit your entry here: caaa.awardsplatform.com See the 2026 Awards Programme, Award categories, award criteria and submission details here: shorturl.at/q81i6 Please note: • The deadline for Education Awards remains unchanged: 23 June 2026 Winners of the 2026 Awards will be celebrated during the CAA General Assembly in Auckland from 07–10 September 2026, hosted by the New Zealand Institute of Architects. Share this opportunity widely and nominate or apply if your work or that of your peers deserves recognition on a global stage.

Happy Labour Day!

We celebrate the outstanding creativity and effort demonstrated in the AAK Annual Convention 2026 Logo Design Competition. The Honourable Mentions go to Denzel Ochieng and Darian Shionda, whose submissions stood out for their strong conceptual thinking, originality, and thoughtful interpretation of the Convention’s theme. #AAKAnnualconvention2026

AAK invites eligible members to submit nominations for various positions on the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) Council for the 2026–2028 session. Requirements: Duly completed Nomination Form (refer to the CAA By-Laws link here: shorturl.at/RbQEe) Candidate’s expression of interest comprising a 300-word (max) bio; 300-word (max) motivation statement indicating expertise and expected contribution. A passport sized photograph. CAA Constitution: issuu.com/comarchitect.o…. Submit by: Thursday, 30th April 2026 at 2:00 PM (EAT) Submit to architects@aak.or.ke | cc: aak@aak.or.ke

Delegates checking in to the 3rd Landscape Architects Chapter Symposium. Theme: Shared Ground: Collaborating Among Professionals For A Smarter Better Environment 5 BORAQS CPD points | 5 PPRB CPD Points Date: 24th April 2026 | 8 AM – 5 PM Location: Tamarind Tree Hotel, Nairobi

See you tomorrow for the 3rd Landscape Architects Chapter Symposium!

Very few slots remaining! Our chief Guest will be the PS, State Department of Public Works, Joel Arumonyang, CBS. Register: forms.office.com/r/Tre8MGJRNq