About AIA

AIA was founded in 1857 by 13 architects.

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Now we're more than 96,000 members strong.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., 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:

2023 Board of Directors

Top Row: Illya Azaroff, FAIA; Rusty Bienvenue; Kimberly N. Dowdell, AIA, NOMA; Timothy Dufault, FAIA; Ryan J. Gann, AIA; Emily A. Grandstaff-Rice, FAIA; Timothy C. Hawk, FAIA; Kevin M. Holland, FAIA, NOMAC

Bottom Row: Nathaniel Hudson, AIA; Laura A. Lesniewksi, FAIA; Britt Lindberg, FAIA; Cooper Moore, AIAS; Etty Padmodipoetro, AIA; Darral J. Tate Jr., Assoc. AIA; Korey D. White, AIA; Lakisha A. Woods, CAE

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Mar 30, 2023

New survey results highlight evolving trends in kitchen and bathroom design

Homeowners are moving toward electric appliances and looking for long-term “value” adds

New survey results highlight evolving trends in kitchen and bathroom design

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Mar 22, 2023

Architecture Billings Index (ABI) Slowdown Continues into February

Architecture Billings Index (ABI) Slowdown Continues into February About AIA Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state and local chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing. AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging civic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards. The score for February fell slightly to 48.0 (any score below 50 indicates a decline in firm billings). However, inquiries into new projects continued to improve, as did the value of new design contracts. Both indicators suggest that design work is expected to improve in the coming months.

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Mar 22, 2023

Architecture Billings Index (ABI) Slowdown Continues into February

Architecture Billings Index (ABI) Slowdown Continues into February About AIA Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state and local chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing. AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging civic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards. The score for February fell slightly to 48.0 (any score below 50 indicates a decline in firm billings). However, inquiries into new projects continued to improve, as did the value of new design contracts. Both indicators suggest that design work is expected to improve in the coming months.

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Mar 13, 2023

Best new homes honored with AIA’s 2023 Housing Awards

The award recognizes single family, production housing, affordable housing, and specialized housing projects.

Best new homes honored with AIA’s 2023 Housing Awards

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