2023 Architects Journey to Specification reveals post-pandemic shifts in firm culture, product experimentation
February 2, 2024
For the first time since 2016, AIA offers free access to entire study tracking the evolution of product specification and selection.
Marnique Heath, FAIA, on why prioritizing diversity leads to unique ways of thinking about design
February 5, 2024
In honor of Black History Month we spoke with Marnique Heath, FAIA, on diversity in the architecture world, challenges facing the profession, and why architects…
AIA opens nominations for 2024 Medal of Academic Excellence Awards
February 13, 2024
Nominate a stand-out student and meet some 2023 Medal of Academic Excellence Award recipients who represent the promise of architecture's next generation.
Energy
New federal boosts to energy codes aim to accelerate climate progress
February 15, 2024
By Patrick Sisson
Architects and AEC experts are hopeful that more funding will make it easier for states and cities to implement clean energy codes.
Business Intelligence
ABI January 2024: Business conditions remain soft at architecture firms to start the year
February 21, 2024
For the second consecutive month, business conditions remained weak at firms in all regions of the country except the Midwest, where modest growth was seen.
Charleston's International African American Museum tells a story of tragedy and triumph
February 23, 2024
The museum opened at the city’s Gadsen’s Wharf this past July.
New benefit: AIA members receive SIXT Platinum Status
March 11, 2024
Through a new partnership, AIA members can enjoy rental car perks including up to a 15% discount, free upgrades, and more.
Career and the profession
Citizen Architect: What it’s like to lobby the U.S. Congress
March 12, 2024
AIA’s Young Architects Forum chair Jason Takeuchi, AIA, NOMA, traveled to Washington, D.C, from Hawaii to be part of AIA’s 2024 Lobby Day.
EDI
50 years of Whitney M. Young Jr.’s historic 1968 AIA speech
November 28, 2023
Join AIA in commemorating the 50-year anniversary of Whitney Young Jr.’s historic keynote speech at the 1968 AIA National Convention and recognizing the…
Best Practices
ROI of High-Performance Design
June 11, 2021
Buildings designed with high-performance elements reduce negative impacts on the environment and improve the health and well-being of occupants. Maximize your…
2021 report: AIA 2030 Commitment by the Numbers
December 6, 2023
Learn about the progress firms made in RY2021 toward the goal of carbon neutral buildings by 2030, including key takeaways on model energy usage, embodied…
Energy
AIA-CLF Embodied Carbon Toolkit for Architects
November 29, 2023
Explore a three-part resource designed to empower and provide architects and designers with the necessary steps to take to reduce embodied carbon in their…
Business Intelligence
Firm specification challenges & areas for improvement
August 31, 2023
Author: Deltek
Explore architecture and engineering firm specification strategies—leveraging technology and practical approaches —to empower staff to address…
Business Intelligence
Global Practice Primer
November 30, 2023
Developed by the AIA Global Practice Committee, the AIA Global Practice Primer is a culmination of decades of international experience and work designed to…
Business Intelligence
Consensus Construction Forecast: July 2023
November 29, 2023
The Consensus Construction Forecast panel has optimistic predictions for nonresidential spending in late 2023 and beyond, and the news is generally positive…
Business Intelligence
The AIA Code of Ethics & ethical practice
November 29, 2023
Excerpted and adapted from The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th edition
AIA members lead the way in maintaining the highest standards of…
Business Intelligence
ABI September 2024: Architecture firm billings remain soft
October 23, 2024
Nearly four in 10 firms report an increase in billings from reconstruction projects over the past few years
Business Intelligence
Commentary on climate change mitigation
November 30, 2023
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. The built environment accounts for the majority of human-caused carbon emissions globally, making…
Career and the profession
Membership Demographics Report
September 23, 2024
This report is a benchmark to measure changes in AIA’s member demographics. It includes member-reported data for all AIA membership categories plus demographics…
Business Intelligence
Small Firm Compensation Report
December 6, 2023
Get the latest data on trends in pay practices, employee demographics, and benefits offered by small architecture firms with the AIA Small Firm Compensation &…