Ryan Kurlbaum channels his inclusive and thoughtful leadership to elevate design and inspire others to succeed, informing a brand of architecture that is…
AIA Statement on Federal Architecture Executive Order
September 2, 2025
AIA opposes the Administration's executive order, "Making Federal Architecture Beautiful Again," which effectively mandates the use of classical architectural…
Best Practices
From concept to constructability: How Design-Assist turns challenges into innovation
September 5, 2025
AIA partner Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope gives pointers on utilizing the Design-Assist delivery method, which helped Bruner/Cott Architects meet ambitious goals...
Career and the profession
Federal court sides with architect in payment dispute
November 29, 2023
May 31, 2017 | Updated: August 30, 2019
A noteworthy federal court case upheld an architect’s right to terminate a license to use its drawings. The right to use…
Design freedom, climate risk, and the White House expansion
August 29, 2025
Matt Toddy, AIA, on what’s at stake.
Career and the profession
Amplification, not automation: What AI really means for architects
September 4, 2025
Engaging with AI empowers architects to shape the future of the profession.
Building science and technology
Learn the secrets for durable building envelope details
September 12, 2025
A high-performance building envelope requires a careful plan for its interfaces and other details. AIA partner GAF outlines how to achieve that.
AIA membership assignments: Johnson & Wyandotte Counties
Rules of Procedure
Complaints submitted to the National Ethics Council (NEC) are handled according to the NEC’s Rules of Procedure. Revised September 4, 2025.
See how a new methodology can help projects better serve their communities.
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…
The American Institute of Architects Applauds Re-Introduction of Democracy in Design Act in U.S. Senate
September 18, 2025
The legislation emphasizes the importance of empowering communities nationwide to have a say in shaping federal architecture that embodies the nation’s rich…
Materials
Specifying insulation in below-grade applications and vegetative roof assemblies
September 22, 2025
It takes the right insulation to perform well in challenging locations. AIA partner Owens Corning outlines what architects must consider.
AIA expands collaboration with FedEx, providing AIA members additional access to discounts
September 22, 2025
AIA is proud to expand its alliance with FedEx, to provide members of the AIA access to new shipping discounts.
Career and the profession
On Day 1 of AIA25, architects learn about AI, honor award recipients, and more
June 5, 2025
Architecture's premiere industry event kicks off in Boston.
Previous award winners
Explore previous recipients.
Interior Architecture Award
Interior Architecture Award 2025
June 5, 2025
Celebrate the year’s most exceptional interior spaces, recognized by AIA as the best in interior architecture and design.
AIA Awards 2025 Recipients Announced in 11 Project Categories
June 5, 2025
AIA proudly announces the recipients of the 2025 Awards during a prestigious gala held at the Omni Boston at the Seaport Ensemble Ballroom.
AIA Awards 2024 Recipients Announced in Nine Project Categories
June 8, 2024
For the first time at AIA24, AIA proudly announced its 2024 award recipients and new fellows at the AIA Awards Gala—a prestigious, red carpet-style event at the…
AIA honors 5 recipients of the 2025 Associates Award
April 21, 2025
The AIA Associates Award recognizes exceptional leaders within the Associate AIA membership designation who have made significant contributions to their chapter…
