Naked and afraid? A lack of federal backup means much work ahead
June 15, 2026
AIA remains committed to advocating for stronger resilience policies, supporting disaster preparedness efforts, and mobilizing architects when communities need...
Associates Award
Alyanna Subayno, Assoc. AIA
March 30, 2026
Alyanna Subayno, Assoc. AIA, strives to advance equity in architecture by strengthening workplace culture, shaping national initiatives, and expanding pathways…
Best Practices
AIA Best Practices
February 18, 2026
Explore experience-based insights and expert advice across a range of business acumen and firm management topics in architecture and design.
Justice Facility Award
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Recognizes best practices in planning and design for buildings that directly support the justice system.
The AIA Justice Facility Award will open for 2027…
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...
Continuing education providers
Current and future AIA continuing education (CE) providers can explore resources, tools, & templates on how to create and/or renew effective educational content…
Best Practices
How to run a values-driven firm
April 29, 2024
New paradigms for practice that support social and environmental responsibility.
Architecture Award
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Celebrates the best in contemporary architecture—highlighting the many ways buildings and spaces can improve our lives.
The AIA Education Facility Design Award will open for 2027 submissions on August 28, 2026.
Regional & Urban Design Award
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Recognizes the best in urban design, regional and city planning, and community development.
The AIA Regional & Urban Design Award will open for 2027 submissions…
Design excellence
Explore groundbreaking projects, gain insights from industry leaders, and be inspired to elevate your designs.
Volunteer at AIA
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) offers valuable opportunities for career growth through volunteering. Explore how you can contribute to the…
Healthcare Design Award
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Recognizes projects in health care design and planning from hospitals to outpatient centers, community clinics, and wellness facilities.
The AIA Healthcare…
Small Project Award
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Raises public awareness of the value and design excellence that architects provide regardless of the limits of size and budget.
The AIA Small Project Award will…
Twenty-five Year Award
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Awarded to a building that has set an architectural design standard of excellence for 25–35 years.
The AIA Twenty-Five Year Award will open for 2027 submissions…
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…
COTE® Top Ten Award
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The industry’s best-known award program for sustainable design excellence.
The COTE Top Ten Award will open for 2027 submissions on August 28, 2026.