The Consensus Construction Forecast panel has optimistic predictions for nonresidential spending in late 2023 and beyond, and the news is generally positive…
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January 2026 Consensus Construction Forecast
January 15, 2026
In 2026, nonresidential construction faces slowing growth, widening sector imbalances, and continued economic uncertainty.
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Consensus Construction Forecast
January 16, 2026
See what’s ahead for the construction industry with this twice-a-year survey of the nation’s leading construction economists who forecast business conditions…
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July 2025 Consensus Construction Forecast
July 22, 2025
Nonresidential building spending to remain sluggish through 2026, with no turnaround in sight.
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AIA Compensation & Benefits Report
September 22, 2025
The AIA Compensation & Benefits Report 2025 is the definitive guide to architecture salaries and compensation trends. AIA members save 40%!
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AIA Small Firm Compensation & Benefits Report
February 10, 2026
Get the latest data on trends in pay practices, employee demographics, and benefits at small architecture firms with the AIA Small Firm Compensation & Benefits…
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How to get funding & resources for equitable communities
November 29, 2023
Funding and resources are two of the biggest challenges architects face when building equitable communities. Explore information on impact investing and funding…
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Return on investment in equitable communities
December 2, 2023
Explore resources and talking points on the financial opportunities and benefits of investing in equitable communities to help support architects and the…
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Recommendations from AIA's Equity in Architecture Commission
November 30, 2023
Explore the 11 priority recommendations to strengthen and expand AIA's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in every practice.
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Navigating External Forces in AEC
April 7, 2025
Identify, evaluate, and manage potential risks effectively.
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Women in architecture
November 30, 2023
AIA supports women in architecture through leadership development, career resources, and a highly engaged peer network. Explore all the ways you can benefit and…
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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…
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ABI December 2025: Architecture firm billings remain soft to end the year
January 21, 2026
Most firms have seen some stalled, delayed, or canceled projects over the last six months.
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ABI January 2026: Billings remain soft to start 2026
February 18, 2026
Negotiating design fees has become more challenging in recent years.
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ABI February 2026: Business conditions at architecture firms may stabilize soon
March 18, 2026
Professional liability insurance levels remain steady at most firms
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ABI March 2026: Architecture firm billings approach growth
April 22, 2026
97% of firms report that they still work within traditional design phases.
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ABI April 2026: Architecture firm billings retreat
May 20, 2026
Fewer than 1 in 10 firms report any billings from international projects over the past 5 years.