The award-winning design for The University of California, Davis Medical Center, California Tower in Sacramento, Calif. uses local geography and artists to…

Despite steady growth, demand for Seattle Children’s services has outpaced its capabilities. This project hinges on a 20+ year relationship between the design…

Ryan Kurlbaum channels his inclusive and thoughtful leadership to elevate design and inspire others to succeed, informing a brand of architecture that is…

The award-winning interior architecture for River Ranch in Blanco, Texas is an exploration of materials and the benefits they can provide occupants in…

AIA has bestowed its highest service honor, the Edward C. Kemper Award, upon Vivian Lee, FAIA, a design principal at Gensler. This award recognizes an architect…

Sarah M. Whiting, Assoc. AIA, a transformative leader in architectural education, has been awarded the 2026 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Excellence in…

Recognized for their significant contributions to their communities and the architecture profession. 

Explore the AIA Associates Award 2024 winners—recognized for their significant contributions to their communities and the architecture profession. 

A dedicated civil servant, Paula Loomis, FAIA has also worked for the three federal agencies with the largest facility portfolios and has advanced the…

Kelly Hayes-McAlonie, FAIA, is a visionary leader in public architecture, known for transforming university campuses, championing educational design, and…

Explore the Design for Aging Review 2023 winners, showcasing facilities that represent conscientious surroundings and advance environments for senior living.

Explore the Housing Award 2023 winners—recognizing the best in home and housing design across five categories. 

Explore the Housing Award 2024 winners—recognizing the best in home and housing design across five categories. 

Matthew R. Clapper, AIA, is a recipient of the 2023 Young Architects Award. His advocacy for small firms across the country has established an essential small…

A champion for women in architecture and the thousands of immigrant design professionals whose challenges she deeply understands, Tannia Chavez, Int’l Assoc…

Explore the Young Architect Award 2025 recipients—recognized for their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession and…

Michele A. Russo, Hon. AIA, is the 2026 recipient of Honorary Membership. A nationally recognized leader in the architecture industry research, she has…

Cole Von Feldt, Assoc. AIA, advances the design of K–12 learning environments while supporting the next generation of architects through mentorship, writing…

Ersa Llakmani, Assoc. AIA, seeks to advance advocacy, mentorship, and inclusive leadership—supporting emerging professionals and strengthening connections…

Isabel Cristina Ferreira de Souza, Assoc. AIA,  strengthens the profession through mentorship, advocacy, and community engagement, expanding access and support…