AIA has bestowed its highest service honor, the Edward C. Kemper Award, upon Vivian Lee, FAIA, a design principal at Gensler. This award recognizes an architect…
Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education 2026: Sarah Whiting, Assoc. AIA
December 5, 2025
Sarah M. Whiting, Assoc. AIA, a transformative leader in architectural education, has been awarded the 2026 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Excellence in…
Resilience
Designing for disaster: How architects are building a resilient future
May 23, 2025
Three case studies exemplify a holistic approach to resilient design.
Edward C. Kemper Award
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Recognizing members who have significantly impacted the architecture profession through service to AIA or an architecture-related organization.
Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
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Recognizing outstanding individual contributions in architectural education.
Advertising and sponsorships
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Illya Azaroff, FAIA, inaugurated as AIA 2026 President
December 8, 2025
Azaroff is an architect, geographer, and internationally recognized leader in disaster response, climate adaptation, resilient design, and regenerative planning…
Jeanne Jackson, FAIA, NCARB, LEED, Inaugurated as Chancellor for the College of Fellows of The American Institute of Architects
December 8, 2025
Jackson, a partner at VCBO Architecture in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been with the 130-person firm since 1990, dedicating her career to designing innovative…
Materials
6 Strategies for specifying structural steel with low embodied carbon
December 8, 2025
A new publication from AIA partner AISC provides strategies for specifying structural steel with less embodied carbon, helping you achieve sustainability and...
Climate action
AIA’s final week at COP30
December 8, 2025
AIA 2025 President Evelyn Lee, FAIA, led AIA’s delegation during COP30’s second week.
AIA Remembers Frank Gehry, FAIA
December 5, 2025
Gehry passed away on Dec. 5 at the age of 96.
Honorary Membership
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Recognizes the notable contributions and service of people outside of the architecture profession.
AIA recognizes departing members of the Board of Directors and Strategic Council for their contributions to the profession
December 11, 2025
Former members of the AIA Board of Directors and Strategic Council are being recognized for their leadership and dedication as ambassadors to the organization…
Design specialty
America ByDesign Season 5
November 18, 2025
Join us as we explore the architectural marvels that define who we are and inspire the future—one design at a time.
Design specialty
How AI is changing site evaluation for architects
December 15, 2025
Despite new tools, architects still matter in an AI-assisted process.
Codes & Standards
Codes and standards are crucial for ensuring safety, accessibility and sustainability in the built environment.
EDI
AIA's HQ Renewal Internship
November 4, 2024
Started in the summer of 2021, AIA’s HQ Renewal Internship program highlights the importance of agency in the built environment and empowers future architects.
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...
Energy
Decarbonization & the AIA 2030 Commitment: AIA HQ Approach
November 18, 2021
The goal of the AIA headquarters renewal is to create an energy-efficient, carbo-neutral building that meets the targets of the AIA 2030 Commitment and fosters…
Career and the profession
Beyond the handshake: Building meaningful professional relationships
