AIA’s Global Practice Committee chair discusses the advantages and challenges of working internationally and offers three tips to consider before making a move.
AIA Receives 2024 Power of Associations Silver Award for online learning platform
August 7, 2024
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) received the Power of Associations Silver Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its…
Affordable housing
Making homes attainable: How architects can help
August 9, 2024
The U.S. has long had a shortage of affordable housing. How can architects help in the collective effort to make housing attainable to more people?
Statement From the Leadership of the AIA and NCARB
August 12, 2024
The National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) has recently issued a proposed schedule for directly invoicing architectural programs to cover all or part…
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…
Firm Management
Out-of-state and overseas projects
August 12, 2024
Contributed by Yu-Ngok Lo, AIA
Chapter 5.08 Practicing in a Global Market
How do we ensure design quality and profitability when practicing internationally?
Firm Management
Do’s and don’ts of overseas projects
August 12, 2024
Contributed by Thomas Vonier, FAIA, RIBA
Chapter 5.08 Practicing in a Global Market
Understand the key considerations for international practice, including…
Design specialty
Designing a contemporary prairie home rooted in place
October 3, 2024
When you think of a house on the prairie, you might picture a farmhouse, but that's not what this homeowner had in mind. AIA partner Andersen explores how...
Best Practices
Five ways to maximize the value of value engineering
October 3, 2024
Despite high estimates and construction bids for your projects, value engineering can help keep your efforts alive. Here are five ways to make the most of the...
Firm owners
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Celebrating World Architecture Day
October 7, 2024
Since 1985, The International Union of Architects (UIA) has recognized the first Monday in October as World Architecture Day. While World Architecture Day has...
Design specialty
Spelman College teams up with Studio Gang for a community-focused art & science center
June 23, 2025
Technology, community and the arts convene at this one-of-a-kind space, which officially opened to students and the public in April.
AIA Partners
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Advocacy
Advocacy: The architect’s voice in Washington, DC
AIA President Evelyn Lee Leads National Conversation on America's Housing Crisis
June 25, 2025
AIA President, Evelyn Lee, FAIA, joined Florida Congresswoman Kathy Castor and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria to discuss the urgent need for cities to adopt…
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Affordable housing
Dogan-Gaither Flats: From landmark motel to lifeline housing in Knoxville
February 28, 2024
An abandoned motor lodge with a storied past is reborn.
Social impact
Architects called to lead as key partners in solving housing crisis at U.S. Conference of Mayors
June 30, 2025
AIA 2025 President Evelyn Lee urged stronger collaboration between architects and local leaders, as mayors nationwide back faster permitting and federal support...
AIA Business Meeting
AIA member delegates will gather on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 1:30-3:30pm in San Diego for the annual AIA Business Meeting during the AIA Conference on...
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