In work described as "social research and people analytics for the built environment," Plastarc founder and executive director Melissa Marsh, Assoc. AIA,...
Career and the profession
AIA Conference on Architecture & Design® returns to Washington, D.C.
June 6, 2024
View AIA’s Photo Diary as AIA24 begins, uniting more than 10,000 members of the greater AEC industry to network, learn, and celebrate architecture.
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Texas architects David Lake, FAIA, and Ted Flato, FAIA are presented with the 2024 AIA Gold Medal
June 7, 2024
The longtime pair was met with a standing ovation from colleagues and peers at AIA24 in celebration of their inclusive design and their contributions to the...
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Getting to know the Young Architects Award recipients
June 17, 2024
What makes architecture's future stars tick? We spoke with some of AIA's recent Young Architects Award recipients about what fulfills them, their dream projects...
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Join AIA, She Built Foundation to share architecture and design with K-12 students
April 8, 2024
AIA Architecture Week 2024 is April 14-20. Learn how a popular children’s book could be the tool you need to inspire K-12 students to learn about architecture...
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Return to office: How it started and how it's going
April 11, 2024
In the wake of the pandemic's remote work boom, firms continue to assess next steps for their practice.
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Getting to know more Young Architect Award winners
August 19, 2024
In the second part of a series on getting to know Young Architect Award winners, we spoke with some recent recipients of the award about getting drawn to the...
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Protect your profits, enhance firm growth
August 20, 2024
AIA Trust Week 2024 is an opportunity to learn about the complimentary risk management benefits available to you and your firm. Learn how to register and earn...
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U.S. Dept. of Defense statutory fee limit for architects has been raised
August 26, 2024
“You’re not going to go to the poor house to do DoD work.” - Ed Gauvreau, FAIA
A Q&A with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Planning Branch, Installation...
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Four ways to protect profitability
September 3, 2024
Professional liability claims happen, and while only about one-third end in an insurer pay-out, all claims take a design firm’s time and can impair its...
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Are you a woman who is Next to Lead?
July 29, 2024
AIA's leadership and volunteer development training program is accepting applicants for 2024. A member of the inaugural class shares the value of her experience...
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Practicing architecture overseas
August 6, 2024
AIA’s Global Practice Committee chair discusses the advantages and challenges of working internationally and offers three tips to consider before making a move.
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Securing the future
December 9, 2024
AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, discusses the purpose of leadership and reflects on her year as AIA's 100th President.
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The benefits of a mid-career mentor
July 10, 2025
You may be far enough along in practice to mentor other designers, but you can still benefit from being a mentee.
Career and the profession
How pay transparency cultivates leadership in architecture
July 11, 2025
Work Program Architects is among a handful of firms where employees share salary information openly.
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Are students prepared for practice?
July 28, 2025
Firm experience and good instruction can temper the transition from classroom to professional life.
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How America's youngest licensed architect thinks about the future
August 4, 2025
Emily Almloff, AIA, speaks on health care architecture, improving licensure, and more.
Career and the profession
Beyond the handshake: Building meaningful professional relationships
August 11, 2025
Growth in the profession rarely happens alone.
Career and the profession
IPAL at 10: Program expansion sparks support and debate
August 11, 2025
Faculty and students reflect on the successes and challenges of IPAL’s first decade.