Tags: AIA

Highlights from 2025

2025 saw evolveEA's work featured in the news from Wyoming to West Virginia and beyond. Here are a few highlights from the past year.

Beyond the Surface: Advancing Material Transparency

Material transparency is key for architects and designers to improve health, reduce environmental impact, and promote equity. We use transparency frameworks like LEED, Living Building Challenge and the AIA Materials Pledge to inform our practice.

WATCH: Increasing Diversity in Architecture & Planning

The UDream program has been instrumental in increasing minority representation in architecture in the Pittsburgh region and is going national! You can help—learn about the steps you can take to implement UDream's proven model for increasing diversity in architecture and planning.

“Completing the Loop” Wins AIA National Award for Urban Design

evolve environment :: architecture and Riverlife were honored by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for the “Completing the Loop” plan, which outlines a 10-year vision to connect, enhance, and expand Pittsburgh’s network of riverfront parks, trails, and public green spaces.