Excerpted and adapted from The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th edition
AIA members lead the way in maintaining the highest standards of…
Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
The AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct applies to the professional activities of all AIA members and covers general obligations as well as obligations to...
AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
The AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct applies to the professional activities of all AIA members and covers general obligations as well as obligations to...
National Ethics Council's Decisions & Advisory Opinions
The information set forth herein is specific to the unique facts and circumstances of a particular case.
NCARB and AIA Release New Guidance for Developing Ethics and Public Welfare-Related CE Courses
September 26, 2024
New resource explains how to include DEI-related content in HSW CE material.
Attribution of credit
Failing to give appropriate credit and recognition for project work is one of the most frequent violations of AIA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct...
Professional standards
AIA members are committed to following the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence, and ethical practice. This overview details the...
Where we stand: Sexual harassment in architecture
AIA acknowledges that the architectural profession has not yet attained the workplace culture that is required. While AIA has made significant progress in...
Rules of Procedure
Complaints submitted to the National Ethics Council (NEC) are handled according to the NEC’s Rules of Procedure. Revised February 25, 2025.
This policy prohibits all harassing and discriminatory behavior or practices and applies to AIA members, AIA employees, partners, sponsors, vendors, and others...
Business Intelligence
2025 Annual Business Meeting addresses AI usage in architecture, Fellowship qualifications
June 5, 2025
Delegates passed three bylaws amendments and one resolution at the annual meeting.
AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education 2025: Thomas Fisher, Assoc. AIA
December 13, 2024
Tom Fisher, recipient of the prestigious 2025 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion, has profoundly influenced architecture, design education, research, and professional…
2025 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion awarded to Thomas Fisher, Assoc. AIA
December 13, 2024
The AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion honors an individual who has been intensely involved in architecture education for more than a decade and whose teaching has…
Business Intelligence
Know Your Worth: Are you compensated fairly?
December 8, 2023
Know Your Worth is a group of resources and support for emerging and established architects focused on understanding your marketplace value. It opens a window…
Best Practices
Harassment Prevention Resources
November 28, 2023
Explore resources to identify, respond, and prevent all forms of harassment in the workplace.
Using the AIA designation
The AIA designation signals the highest standards of architectural practice, and it’s recognized by clients, the public, colleagues, and the AEC industry as a...
Where we stand: Climate action
Climate change is everyone’s crisis, and architects are uniquely positioned to help solve it. AIA calls on architects to support humanity’s collective call to...
AIA Board files with the NEC against stakeholders targeting organization
September 25, 2024
Career and the profession
AXP resources
November 29, 2023
Browse Architectural Experience Program (AXP) resources to help you become a licensed architect and prepare you for a successful career in architecture.
Antitrust compliance
AIA and its members are committed to the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all laws and regulations, including federal and state antitrust laws...
