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:
Our standards
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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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Apr 15, 2021
AIA selects recipients for the 2021 Interior Architecture Awards
AIA selects recipients for the 2021 Interior Architecture Awards
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Apr 13, 2021
New resources released to help students explore careers in architecture
New resources released to help students explore careers in architecture
Press Release
Apr 8, 2021
AIA selects recipients for the 2021 Regional & Urban Design Awards
AIA selects recipients for the 2021 Regional & Urban Design Awards
Press Release
Apr 5, 2021
AIA’s Next to Lead program to advance leadership pathways for women
AIA members can now apply online for the program.
AIA is accepting applications for its new pilot program aimed at advancing ethnically diverse women into AIA leadership positions.
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