Social impact
Policy Platform 2020
American architecture stands as a testament to our unique place in the world. Our architects work at the leading edge of a $1T construction industry that promotes commerce and drives consumer confidence. Architects have always dared to reach higher and set new standards. Our next architectural achievements will be measured by how well they respond to a post-pandemic world, eradicate inequity, fuel economic recovery, eliminate carbon emissions, and nurture individual and community health.
Guidelines for using the AIA member logo
The AIA member logo may be used by AIA Architect members in good standing and their firms.
AIA makes strategic move to invest in Contract Documents program
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership to invest in AIA’s successful Contract Document (ACD) program, to drive innovation in the platform and better serve customers and members over the long-term.
Volunteer at AIA: Get involved
AIA offers various opportunities to grow your network, give back, share knowledge, and support your profession's growth and development.
AIA Year in Review
Heading into 2020, few could have guessed this year would bring both a global health crisis and a renewed struggle for racial equality. The architecture profession has important contributions to make in this historic moment, and we face the challenges of 2020 strengthened by the passion and integrity of our members—a firm foundation further reinforced by the achievements of prior years.
AIA Contract Documents FAQs
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Career and the profession
AIA unveils new logo
AIA is evolving to reflect new, 21st century challenges. AIA’s updated visual identity underlines the commitment to achieving meaningful change.
Reopening America: Strategies for safer buildings
Reopening America: Strategies for Safer Buildings
Where architects stand: A statement of our values
The AIA works to advance our nation’s quality of life and protect the public’s health, safety and welfare, as it has done for 160 years.
How To
Re-occupancy Assessment Tool
This document provides architects, private clients, and civic leaders a framework of strategies for reoccupying buildings and businesses that are in the process of transitioning from being fully closed to fully open
Jane Frederick, FAIA, op-ed
As our profession’s leading voice in the United States, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is focused on advancing architects as an indispensable resource in the climate crisis fight, and a trusted ally on issues of racial injustice – while pursuing solutions at the real-world intersection of these two critical priorities. Both issues demonstrate how architects can make a difference one structure at a time.