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medal for academic excellence
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Medal for Academic Excellence
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Awarded to the top graduating students with a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of Architecture from schools accredited by NAAB or…

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Edward C. Kemper Award
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Recognizing members who have significantly impacted the architecture profession through service to AIA or an architecture-related organization.

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Collaborative Achievement Award
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Recognizes the achievements of allied professionals and architect teams that have advanced the architectural profession.

The Woburn Public Library at dusk
AIA/ALA Library Building Award
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Honors the best in library architecture and design.

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Design for Aging Award
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Recognizes architects who demonstrate innovative design solutions to improve the quality of life for older adults.

Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorrilla Fund
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.

At the base, a series of angled cuts organizes a visual procession to Grand Central, revealing the Vanderbilt corner of the terminal’s magnificent cornice for the first time in more than a century.
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 Architecture Award will open for…

Students rehearse in space that imbues natural light from all sides.
Education Facility Design Award
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Celebrates state-of-the-art learning environments.

The AIA Education Facility Design Award will open for 2027 submissions on August 28, 2026.

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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…

Colored tile on elevator core derived from flags of Latin American countries, mural painted by Aurelio del Muro and Marta Blair
Housing Award
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Recognizes the best in home design—showcasing how beauty, safety, sustainability, and comfort can come together.

The AIA Housing Award will open for 2027…

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Interior Architecture Award
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Celebrates the most innovative and spectacular interior spaces across a range of projects.

The AIA Interior Architecture Award will open for 2027 submissions on…

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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…

An attendant from San Francisco Public Works’ Pit Stop Program is present during operating hours at select locations to ensure the toilets are kept safe, clean and operational for their intended use.
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…

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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…

The Tokyo International Forum’s Glass Hall unifies the complex by serving as a lobby for all venues. It features 200- foot high cable-supported glass walls and a 750-foot span between two columns.
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…

College of Fellows Medals
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Honorary Fellowship
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Honoring international architects for exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.

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Ashley Beard
COTE® Top Ten for Students
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Recognizing the best green projects that seamlessly integrate innovative, regenerative strategies within their broader design concepts.

Fellowship medals
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Fellowship
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Be recognized with AIA’s highest membership honor for exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.

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Young Architect Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects.

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Honorary Membership
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Recognizes the notable contributions and service of people outside of the architecture profession.