Ask the Expert: The American Institute of Architects Minnesota

Question the Expert: The American Institute of Architects Minnesota

Topic: Properties by Architects Tour

Q: What is the Properties by Architects Tour? 

A: AIA Minnesota established this annual, self-guided tour 13 years ago to showcase Minnesotan architect-developed residences and educate house owners on how to get the job done with an architect. Each and every year tourgoers can check out up to twenty exclusive architect-developed, new and transformed residences all over the Twin Towns.

Q: What would make this tour unique from other self-guided excursions in the area? 

A: The Properties by Architects Tour isn’t only about presenting very houses to the public. The tour is instructional and inspirational, and tourgoers can fulfill the architects who developed each and every project. This enables for authentic engagement and the possibility for folks to peek guiding the curtain and learn how an architect-led home project actually functions.

We also deliberately showcase a numerous vary of residences on each and every year’s tour, to display how architects resolve structure complications in residences of all styles, measurements, budgets and environments.

Q: Will the 2020 tour be unique thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic?

A: It’s obvious that a digital function is the safest structure for 2020 and though we’re dissatisfied that we can’t provide the classic tour experience, we are psyched to showcase architect-developed residences in the increased Twin Towns area.

We are working to give an immersive, 3D digital experience for ticket holders who can phase correct in to each and every project, enjoy 360-diploma views of each and every room, and click on on hotspots to learn extra about precise details such as a countertop materials, wall complete or flooring materials.


The American Institute of Architects Minnesota

one zero five fifth Ave South, Suite 485

Minneapolis, MN 55401

612.338.6763 | aia-mn.org | data@aia-mn.org