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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Feb 24, 2021
AIA selects MASS Design Group to receive 2021 Collaborative Achievement Award
AIA selects MASS Design Group to receive 2021 Collaborative Achievement Award
Press Release
Feb 24, 2021
Architectural billings continue to contract in 2021
Architectural billings continue to contract in 2021
Press Release
Feb 23, 2021
AIA Continues Partnership with Andersen Windows and Doors
AIA Continues Partnership with Andersen Windows and Doors
Press Release
Feb 18, 2021
Architects advocate for climate action, resilient design during AIA Capitol Hill Day
More than 600 architects participated in hundreds of virtual meetings with Congress for AIA’s Capitol Hill Day.
Architects advocate for climate action, resilient design during AIA Capitol Hill Day
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