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.
Leadership
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Not pictured: Katharine Weymouth and Robert Ivy, FAIA
Photograph credit to William Stewart Photography
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Sep 14, 2017
12 Projects selected for the 2017 Education Facility Design Awards
Best new learning centers showcase latest design trends in education
12 Projects selected for the 2017 Education Facility Design Awards
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Sep 13, 2017
AIA President selected to lead International Union of Architects
AIA President Selected to Lead International Union of Architects
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Sep 13, 2017
Where we stand: Buildings are infrastructure
Architects urge lawmakers to reject rollbacks of building codes; issue seven infrastructure principles
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