It's important for architects to help shape building codes. Here's why.
October 18, 2024
We spoke with Dierdre Leclair, AIA, chair of the AIA Codes & Standards Committee, about her role at this week's ICC 2024 Conference Expo.
Resilience
Using SAP training to aid recovery after the Lahaina wildfires
October 24, 2024
Lorena Yamamoto, AIA, on the rewards of aiding in disaster assistance after wildfires in Hawai'i.
Career and the profession
Advancing prosperity for architects
October 30, 2024
AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, discusses what AIA can do to address the key issues architects are facing.
Business Intelligence
The latest insights from the 2024 Firm Survey Report
November 4, 2024
The Business of Architecture 2024: The Firm Survey Report sheds light on business generated by small firms versus their larger counterparts, as well as other...
Affordable housing
Can co-op development be a housing crisis solution?
November 7, 2024
Architects are taking a lead role in a cooperative housing surge.
Business Intelligence
Higher insurance costs are increasingly shaping building design
May 27, 2025
Easier-to-insure designs are gaining a foothold among developers and architects.
Design and health
Deaf education design in the spotlight at AIA25
June 5, 2025
The chairman of World Deaf Architecture explores questions about inclusive and equitable design at AIA's 2025 Conference on Architecture & Design.
Resilience
The future is now: Designing for climate, risk, and resilience at AIA25
June 6, 2025
Presenters at AIA25 in Boston drew from the Resilient Design Toolkit to explore future-ready strategies from the earliest design phase.
Building science and technology
A cross-cutting tool for architects
February 17, 2025
With the Integrated Design Process (IDP), architects can tackle complex problems and audacious goals.
Resilience
How design adapts to the Sonoran Desert
February 20, 2025
HK ASSOCIATES' Barrio Historico House is a case study for sustainable desert living.
Building science and technology
Architects are excited about the potential of AI, but concerns abound
March 3, 2025
A new AIA research study reveals that architects are evenly split in their enthusiasm and wariness about the new technology.
Sustainability
Architects see building performance standards as a business opportunity
March 5, 2025
Firms are leveraging their sustainability expertise to deliver results for clients.
Looking for a job in architecture? Here are tips from hiring managers
March 13, 2025
Leverage these tips to best position yourself to land your next role.
Firm Management
Is your firm hiring? Three things to consider
April 29, 2025
Key insights to help your firm hire now or in the future.
Materials
Low-carbon concrete solutions are showing high potential
May 5, 2025
Concrete, one of the most-used resources on the planet, is in the process of becoming more sustainable.
Business Intelligence
Top priorities for AIA's Spring Into Action campaign
May 12, 2025
AIA's spring 2025 campaign is activating members to flood Capitol Hill on issues like taxes, resiliency, equity and housing.
Career and the profession
Building philanthropy into your firm's plan for growth
May 12, 2025
Cushing Terrell principal Shannon Christensen, FAIA, tells us about her firm's strategy of doing well by doing good.
Career and the profession
Architects can strengthen their communities through strategic volunteering
May 12, 2025
Architects are uniquely equipped to support and lead community volunteerism, writes Rex Cabaniss, AIA.
Business Intelligence
Architects are navigating tariff pressures in an uncertain market
May 19, 2025
The uncertainty caused by tariffs, as much as the increased costs, may spur significant redesigns for architects.
Best Practices
How to run a values-driven firm
April 29, 2024
New paradigms for practice that support social and environmental responsibility.
