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.
Building science and technology
Data centers continue to drive growth for architects
April 7, 2025
AI and cloud computing are increasing demand for data centers—and the architects who design them.
AIA member groups
AIA member groups offer tailored online tools, exclusive access to forums, networking, and other resources aimed at elevating your architecture knowledge and...
Design for Ecosystems—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design mutually benefits human and nonhuman inhabitants. What we design has a direct impact on the ecosystems in and around the site. Understanding the...
Design for Energy—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design reduces energy use and eliminates dependence on fossil fuels while improving building performance, function, comfort, and enjoyment.
Design for Economy—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design adds economic value for owners, occupants, the community, and the planet—regardless of the project size and budget.
Design for Change—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design is adaptable, resilient, and flexible to change over time—reducing the building’s risk and vulnerability and enhancing its usability, functionality...
Design for Discovery—Framework for Design Excellence
Learn design discovery and explore the design for discovery toolkit, resources, best practices, and COTE projects in AIA’s Framework for Design Excellence.
COTE Top Ten Award 2023
Discover design excellence with the 2023 COTE® Top Ten Awards. Explore groundbreaking architectural achievements leading the way in sustainability and…
AIA Framework for Design Excellence
Discover the AIA Framework for Design Excellence – 10 guiding principles shaping a zero-carbon, healthy, just, resilient, and equitable built environment…
COTE Top Ten Award 2024
Discover design excellence with the 2024 COTE® Top Ten Awards. Explore groundbreaking architectural achievements leading the way in sustainability and…
Next to Lead
May 29, 2024
Next to Lead is a leadership development training program for racially and ethnically diverse women in architecture who aspire to be AIA leaders.
Design for Water—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design conserves and improves the quality of water as a precious resource.
Design for Well-being—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design supports health and well-being for all people—considering physical, mental, and emotional effects on building occupants and the surrounding...
Design for Resources—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design depends on informed material and resource selection—balancing priorities to achieve durable, safe, and healthy projects with an equitable...
Design for Equitable Communities—Framework for Design Excellence
Design solutions affect more than the client and current occupants. Good design positively impacts the future by helping communities thrive—socially...
Using the AIA designation
The AIA designation signals the highest standards of architectural practice, and it’s recognized by clients, the public, colleagues, and the AEC industry as a...
Professional standards
AIA members are committed to following the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence, and ethical practice. This overview details the...
Where architects stand: A statement of AIA values
These AIA values form the basis of our Federal Policy Issues and our Policy Platform. They are derived from feedback from thousands of AIA members. They put...
AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
The AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct applies to the professional activities of all AIA members and covers general obligations as well as obligations to...
