AIA was founded in 1857 by 13 architects.
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Now we’re more than 95,000 members strong.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have more than 200 chapters around the world.
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We advocate for the value of architecture and give architects the resources they need to do their best work. Our work drives positive change through the power of design.
In addition, to our values, we have developed a series of “Where We Stand” statements that clarify its position on key issues facing the profession:
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The AIA has a long history of requiring that its members adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Leadership
Our leadership team
2021 Board of Directors
Top row: Justin Chapman; Erin Conti, Assoc. AIA; Peter J. Exley, FAIA; Shirley C. Franklin; Ryan J. Gann, Assoc. AIA; Shannon F. Gathings, Assoc. AIA; Daniel S. Hart, FAIA; Timothy C. Hawk, FAIA
Bottom row: Nathaniel Hudson, AIA; Robert A. Ivy, FAIA; Evelyn M. Lee, AIA; Mark Levine, FAIA; Britt Lindberg, AIA; Jessica A. Sheridan, AIA; William R. Turner Jr., AIA; Eric White, Hon. AIA
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Mar 4, 2021
AIA responds to ICC decision jeopardizing climate action
ICC to abandon the governmental consensus process, limiting transparency in the energy code development process.
ICC to abandon the governmental consensus process, limiting transparency in the energy code development process.
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Mar 3, 2021
AIA announces recipients for the 2021 Associates Awards
AIA announces recipients for the 2021 Associates Awards
Press Release
Feb 26, 2021
AIA elevates 102 members to the College of Fellows
AIA fellowship recognizes significant contributions to the profession of architecture and society.
AIA elevates 102 members to the College of Fellows
Press Release
Feb 25, 2021
AIA commends Biden Administration for reversing Trump federal design mandate
The American Institute of Architects commends the Biden Administration’s decision to overturn the Executive Order, “Promoting Beautiful Federal Civic Architecture.” Under former President Trump’s Executive Order, government agencies could mandate an architectural style preference for federal courthouses and other federal buildings.
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