AIA response to executive orders that affect our profession
AIA EVP/CEO Lakisha Woods Presses Mayors to Appoint a Chief Architect and Place Architects on City Boards and Commissions
June 21, 2024
AIA works with its local chapters to address pressing issues for cities and the more than 98,000 individual members across the country are ready to offer their…
AIA to launch innovative digital media hub and personalized e-newsletters in 2024
December 4, 2023
The American Institute of Architects organization is set to launch a new website, digital media hub and a curated, personalized e-newsletter late this year…
AIA recognizes departing members of the Board of Directors and Strategic Council for their contributions to the profession
January 21, 2025
The Architect’s Journey to Specification
January 29, 2025
Align your market planning and sales strategies with architects’ specification needs with The Architect’s Journey to Specification—developed by AIA in…
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Women in architecture
November 30, 2023
AIA supports women in architecture through leadership development, career resources, and a highly engaged peer network. Explore all the ways you can benefit and…
Before you begin your project
December 18, 2024
Essential questions to ask before you begin your project
AIA award winners
An AIA award is the ultimate acknowledgment of impactful, exemplary work in architecture and design. Browse AIA award winners across nearly 30 categories whose...
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Shaping the future: Six key benefits of AI in specifications
October 4, 2024
Author: Deltek
Explore how AI can transform specifications, enhance decision-making processes, allow architects to concentrate on the creative and strategic…
Business Intelligence
How design firms modernize specifications for increased efficiencies
May 21, 2024
Author: Deltek
Across the design landscape, a significant shift is underway as numerous firms embark on a journey to reshape their specification processes.
Business Intelligence
AIA Report Reveals Trends in Architecture Specifications
February 8, 2024
Author: Deltek
The Architect’s Journey to Specification, a comprehensive study published by The American Institute of Architects (AIA), delves into the evolving…
Business Intelligence
A&E 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…
Sustainability
Putting sustainability into practice
November 28, 2022
Author: Deltek
Explore five architecture firm best practices for implementing sustainable designs and specifications and staying on top of evolving…
Proven specification strategies for better-built projects
September 13, 2022
Author: Deltek
Learn three proven specification strategies for managing and transferring information and data from different sources to increase productivity and…
Leveraging the power of data for better specifications
May 17, 2022
Author: Deltek
Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms are sitting on a rich mine of specification data. Specifiers can leverage that data to…
Best practices for enhancing drawings & specifications
March 15, 2023
Author: Deltek
Accurate design specifications help prevent delays associated with RFIs, change orders, and rework. Explore best practices for clear and concise…
MasterSpec
AIA MasterSpec is the industry-leading building and construction specification resource. AIA members receive a 10% discount on a license to Deltek Specpoint.
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Good vs. bad specs—why architects should care about the difference
July 10, 2019
Author: Deltek + Avitru
Bad, undetailed design specifications can lead to lost time and increased confusion while jeopardizing your design vision. AIA partner…