Can ideas contests for cities have concrete value for architects trying to break through and not go broke?
A responsive family home provides a tranquil refuge
October 2, 2025
Mahya Salehi, AIA, overcame site constraints and daylighting challenges to design a family home that ticks all the boxes. AIA partner Andersen Windows & Doors...
Building science and technology
AI in specifications: Research insights
October 7, 2025
AIA partner Deltek explores recent research and commentary on how artificial intelligence is shaping the future for architecture firms.
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How Architecture Week empowers the next generation of designers
October 7, 2025
Architecture Week 2025 reached thousands of students. Momentum is already building toward next year’s event—and you can be part of it.
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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…
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Rania Qawasma’s story of displacement and design
April 29, 2024
She discusses how she transformed her passion into a nonprofit to support other displaced and unhoused people in the U.S.
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Beyond value engineering: What Pancratia Hall teaches about designing for longevity
October 9, 2025
A repurposed 100-year-old dormitory illustrates how buildings designed for durability can adapt to radically different uses across generations. AIA partner...
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Understanding the Unique Needs and Experiences of Incarcerated LGBTQ People
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Explore how correctional environments can better protect and support transgender and LGBTQ+ individuals by examining the impacts of current housing policies…
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Designing for Resilience: Strategies to Mitigate Risk in Hurricane-Prone Climates
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Discover how architects and healthcare leaders are redefining resilient design through the Health First Cape Canaveral Replacement Hospital—a model for…
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Living in a Material World: The Architects’ Role in Responsible Materials Selection
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Learn how to navigate responsible material selection using the AIA Materials Pledge framework—exploring beginner steps, firm strategies, and key insights from…
Volunteer at AIA
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) offers valuable opportunities for career growth through volunteering. Explore how you can contribute to the…
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...
Professional standards
AIA members are committed to following the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence, and ethical practice. This overview details the...
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...
