Santa Barbara Architects Ellen Bildsten, Michael Holliday Speak at National AIA Conference
Noozhawk
June 13, 2026
Two Santa Barbara architects are taking their talents to the national stage. Ellen Bildsten and Michael Holliday, both members of the American Institute of Architects Santa Barbara Chapter, have been selected to present at the 2026 AIA Conference on Architecture & Design in San Diego. It's a big deal for our local design community, which has long punched above its weight with a distinctive style that blends indoor-outdoor living with coastal sensibility.
Their selection puts Santa Barbara's architectural voice in front of a national audience, and it's a point of pride for anyone who appreciates the thoughtful design that shapes our cityscape. Whether you've admired a custom home or a public space, chances are a local architect had a hand in making it feel uniquely of this place. Thanks to Noozhawk for shining a light on this well-deserved recognition.
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