Now more than ever, architects are called to design high-performance buildings. This renewable energy starter guide provides architects with the tools to meet…
Energy
Decarbonization & the AIA 2030 Commitment: AIA HQ Approach
November 18, 2021
The goal of the AIA headquarters renewal is to create an energy-efficient, carbo-neutral building that meets the targets of the AIA 2030 Commitment and fosters…
Best Practices
Essential Tool to Navigate Business Risks in AEC
April 7, 2025
Identify, evaluate, and manage potential risks effectively.
Firm Management
Accounting basics: The balance sheet & KPI
December 1, 2023
Contributed by Michael A. Webber, All. AIA, A/E Finance
Chapter 7.02
An understanding of the basics of accounting for architecture firms—including industry…
Firm Management
Accounting basics: The income statement & KPIs
December 1, 2023
Contributed by Michael A. Webber, All. AIA, A/E Finance
Chapter 7.02
Learn the basics of accounting for architecture firms relating to the Income Statement, or…
Energy
New federal boosts to energy codes aim to accelerate climate progress
February 15, 2024
By Patrick Sisson
Architects and AEC experts are hopeful that more funding will make it easier for states and cities to implement clean energy codes.
Best Practices
ROI of High-Performance Design
June 11, 2021
Buildings designed with high-performance elements reduce negative impacts on the environment and improve the health and well-being of occupants. Maximize your…
Energy
AIA-CLF Embodied Carbon Toolkit for Architects
November 29, 2023
Explore a three-part resource designed to empower and provide architects and designers with the necessary steps to take to reduce embodied carbon in their…
Business Intelligence
Firm specification challenges & areas for improvement
August 31, 2023
Author: Deltek
Explore architecture and engineering firm specification strategies—leveraging technology and practical approaches —to empower staff to address…
Business Intelligence
Global Practice Primer
November 30, 2023
Developed by the AIA Global Practice Committee, the AIA Global Practice Primer is a culmination of decades of international experience and work designed to…
Business Intelligence
The AIA Code of Ethics & ethical practice
November 29, 2023
Excerpted and adapted from The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th edition
AIA members lead the way in maintaining the highest standards of…
Business Intelligence
Report Reveals Trends in Architecture Specifications
February 8, 2024
Author: Deltek
The Architect’s Journey to Specification, a comprehensive study published by The American Institute of Architects (AIA), delves into the evolving…
Business Intelligence
Am I breaking the law by providing my employees comp time?
November 28, 2023
November 1, 2017 | Updated: November 2, 2017
Providing “comp time” to architecture firm employees who work a few extra hours may be easy, but it’s also against…
Best Practices
Architect’s Guide to Building Performance
November 28, 2023
Energy modeling early and often is the best way to improve building performance. The Architect’s Guide to Building Performance helps architects better integrate…
Business Intelligence
Calculating the architect’s fee: Is there a better way?
November 29, 2023
How does an architect calculate fees based on costs that are still unknown? AIA’s B101-2017 agreement can help bring clarity to the murky world of percentage…
Firm Management
Charging for services
August 12, 2024
Contributed by David B. Richards, FAIA. Excerpted and adapted from The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th edition.
Chapter 15.02 Services and…
Business Intelligence
Guides for Equitable Practice
November 30, 2023
The Guides for Equitable Practice use real-world-derived best practices, relevant research, and other tools to help foster equitable, diverse, and inclusive…
Business Intelligence
How design firms modernize specifications for increased efficiencies
May 21, 2024
Author: Deltek
Across the design landscape, a significant shift is underway as numerous firms embark on a journey to reshape their specification processes.
Firm Management
Do’s and don’ts of overseas projects
August 12, 2024
Contributed by Thomas Vonier, FAIA, RIBA
Chapter 5.08 Practicing in a Global Market
Understand the key considerations for international practice, including…
Business Intelligence
Five best practices to improve technology adoption
February 22, 2022
Author: Deltek
Adopting new technology into your architecture firm can help improve productivity and efficiency but can be challenging to get your staff to…
