AIA was founded in 1857 by 13 architects.
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Now we’re over 90,000 members strong.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have over 260 chapters around the world.
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More about our valuesWe 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.
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The AIA has a long history of requiring that its members adhere to the highest ethical standards.
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Not pictured: Katharine Weymouth and Robert Ivy, FAIA
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Design billings increasing entering height of construction season
All regions report positive business conditions
May 24, 2017
Design billings increasing entering height of construction season
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Architects decry major shortcomings in FY'18 budget plans
Letter signed by hundreds of firms urges DOE to keep vital energy programs
May 23, 2017
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Study documents major job growth from energy-saving tax incentive
Between 40,000 to 77,000 new jobs per year created with renewal of 179D Tax Deduction
May 23, 2017
Study documents major job growth from energy-saving tax incentive
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Architects Foundation announces winner of the Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship
May 23, 2017
Architects Foundation announces winner of the Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship
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