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
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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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Jan 20, 2021
AIA lauds U.S. recommitting to Paris Agreement
“We are deeply encouraged by this Administration’s swift and decisive action on climate change,” said AIA 2021 President Peter Exley, FAIA. “Re-establishing the United States’ commitment to the Paris climate accord sends a strong message to our nation and the world that we will pursue meaningful changes that can save our planet. As architects, we stand ready to play a significant role in achieving climate goals for the built environment and to working with the Administration and Congress toward that end.”
Press Release
Jan 20, 2021
Architecture Billings continue to lose ground
Architecture Billings continue to lose ground
Press Release
Jan 19, 2021
Nonresidential building spending to decline through 2021
A reasonably healthy recovery is expected in 2022.
Nonresidential building spending to decline through 2021
Press Release
Jan 13, 2021
AIA strongly opposes ICC proposal jeopardizing climate action
ICC proposal would remove transparency and public input from the commercial and residential energy efficiency code development process.
AIA strongly opposes ICC proposal jeopardizing climate action
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