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 its values, the Institute has 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.
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2020 AIA Board of directors. Missing are Emily Grandstaff-Rice, FAIA and Vivian Loftness, FAIA
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Jun 30, 2020
AIA releases strategies and illustrations for reducing risk of COVID-19 in senior living communities
Resources were developed as part of AIA’s “Reopening America: Strategies for Safer Buildings” initiative.
AIA releases strategies and illustrations for reducing risk of COVID-19 in senior living communities
Press Release
Jun 29, 2020
AIA expresses support for Moving Forward Act
Legislation would create jobs through investments in housing, healthcare, schools, communities and climate action.
AIA expresses support for Moving Forward Act
Press Release
Jun 26, 2020
2020 Architects Foundation Scholars Selected
Scholarships recognize and support diverse future leaders of the profession in equity, practice management, sustainability and global practice
2020 Architects Foundation Scholars Selected
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Jun 25, 2020
Widely accepted AIA contract provisions help to decide a complicated commercial project case
Maryland high court weighs joint tortfeasor statute against AIA’s waiver of subrogation in a commercial project destroyed by fire
Widely accepted AIA contract provisions help to decide a complicated commercial project case
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