AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
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The Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education, jointly presented by AIA and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), recognizes…
AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture
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Recognizes architects, public officials, & others who design notable public facilities and/or advocate for design excellence in public spaces.
Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
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The Whitney M. Young Jr. Award is given to an architect or architectural organization that embodies social responsibility and actively addresses a pressing…
The AIA 2030 Commitment
The AIA 2030 Commitment is an actionable climate strategy that gives us a set of standards and goals for reaching net zero emissions in the built environment...
Business Intelligence
ABI June 2024: Business conditions remain soft at architecture firms
July 23, 2024
More than one-quarter of architecture firms currently report being understaffed
Business Intelligence
ABI May 2024: Business conditions at architecture firms continue to soften
June 26, 2024
Few architecture firms report recent work on construction megaprojects
Gold Medal
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The Gold Medal is AIA’s highest annual honor, recognizing individuals whose work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture.
Research
AIA is empowering architects to use and engage in research to advance their firm, profession, and industry. Our research action plan includes increased...
Statement from the AIA Board of Directors
August 26, 2024
Board statement on results of independent review.
2023 Honorary Members
The following individuals have been recognized as Honorary AIA Members for their notable contributions and service outside the architecture profession...
Business Intelligence
Indemnification Clauses: All You Need to Know
November 29, 2023
Author: Glenn W. Birx, FAIA
December 2, 2020 | Updated: December 8, 2020
An indemnification clause can greatly increase an architect’s risk if poorly written…
Business Intelligence
ABI August 2023: Business conditions soften at architecture firms
November 29, 2023
In August, the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score fell below 50 to 48.1. The ABI August 2023 marks the eleventh consecutive month where billings…
Climate action
COP29: AIA attends the 2024 U.N. Climate Change Conference
November 1, 2024
AIA is sending an official delegation to COP29 to raise awareness for the building sector, connect with decision-makers and partner organizations, and advocate…
Best Practices
ROI: Codes, standards, & reporting on resilient design
November 28, 2023
Designing beyond building codes and standards provides significant resilience benefits to both building owners and occupants.
The value of architects in combatting the climate crisis
December 19, 2023
By Greg Menti
AIA representatives met with world leaders, US Senators, city and civic leaders, and many more key stakeholders at the United Nations Climate…
Kimberly Nicole Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, becomes first Black woman to serve as AIA president
December 18, 2023
By Patra Wroten
HOK principal Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, was inaugurated as the 2024 AIA president December 15 in Washington, DC.
Resilience
The State of Resiliency in the Built Environment
November 29, 2023
Addressing climate change requires a coordinated effort informed by the best data available. AIA and Owens Corning are proud to present a comprehensive report…
Business Intelligence
Reducing risk after a terminated owner-architect agreement
December 1, 2023
An owner can terminate an owner-architect agreement at will. Explore how you can specify copyright protection of your design documents and reduce your risk…
Business Intelligence
Understanding copyright protection for architects
December 1, 2023
Copyright is an important and valuable right that all architects have. Understand and use copyright protection to protect your work from being usurped by others…
New benefit: AIA members receive SIXT Platinum Status
March 11, 2024
Through a new partnership, AIA members can enjoy rental car perks including up to a 15% discount, free upgrades, and more.
