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
Photograph credit to William Stewart Photography
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Aug 22, 2017
Public voting now open for American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) I Look Up Film Challenge
Voting open to the public until October 6 to select this year’s People’s Choice Award Winner
Public voting now open for American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) I Look Up Film Challenge
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Aug 21, 2017
Demand for design services bolsters compensation at architecture firms
AIA’s latest compensation report finds average compensation for staff positions up 2.8 percent from early 2015
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Jul 31, 2017
Architects endorse House legislation enhancing and making permanent key energy efficiency tax incentive
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Jul 25, 2017
Architectural Adventures announces 2018 tours
Architectural Adventures announces 2018 tours
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