New pre-engineered metal building material options are expanding design opportunities for architects and their clients. AIA Partner BlueScope Buildings North...
EDI
Why should women in the AEC industry attend WLS?
September 23, 2024
A construction manager tells us why she's attending this year's Women's Leadership Summit for the first time.
AIA Directories: Transition to Enhanced Experience
We have an important update to share as part of our new AIA.org experience.
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...
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...
Best Practices
ROI: Healthier, more productive occupants
November 28, 2023
Our indoor environments have a direct impact on our health and wellness. High-performance design elements, such as air quality, thermal comfort, and daylighting…
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…
Business Intelligence
Business Opportunities & Sustainability Trends Amidst a Pandemic
November 28, 2023
The Business Opportunities & Sustainability Trends Amidst a Pandemic research report provides key insights on the pandemic’s impact on the architecture industry…
Business Intelligence
ROI: Reducing operational costs
November 29, 2023
Out-of-pocket operational expenses add up fast and can account for up to 15% of a company’s total business expenses, creating a huge incentive for owners…
Business Intelligence
Good Samaritan State Statute Compendium
November 29, 2023
Good Samaritan laws afford liability protection to architects providing disaster assistance. This resource explores the advantages of such laws, details state…
Where we stand: Sexual harassment in architecture
AIA acknowledges that the architectural profession has not yet attained the workplace culture that is required. While AIA has made significant progress in...
Design and health
How the materials you choose affect our health
November 29, 2023
Architects play an enormous role in the public’s health and well-being. The building materials we select for where others live and work have the potential to…
Business Intelligence
ABI June 2023: Firm billings remain essentially flat
November 29, 2023
Business conditions held steady at architecture firms with an ABI score of 50.1—indicating slight billings growth. Although June was a weaker month than May, it…
Former presidents
AIA’s former presidents have helped shape the values, mission, and vision of AIA. Join us in celebrating their service, leadership, and contributions.
Glossary—Framework for Design Excellence
Explore the AIA Framework for Design Excellence Glossary – uncover key terms, principles, and insights shaping the future of design. Elevate your understanding…
Young Architects Award 2023
Explore the 2023 Young Architects Award recipients—recognized for their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession.
Small Project Award 2023
Explore the projects that won an AIA Small Project Award 2023, which recognizes the best in small project design regardless of the limits of size and scope.
Architecture Award 2023
Explore the AIA Architecture Award 2023 winners—recognized as the best in contemporary architecture regardless of budget, size, style, or type.
Interior Architecture 2023
Explore the AIA Interior Architecture Award 2023 winners—recognized as the best in interior architecture and design.
Best Practices
Starting Your Own Firm
November 30, 2023
Three AIA members share their experiences starting their own firms and transitioning from employee to employer. Although each person’s career path is unique…
