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.
Renew your AIA membership for 2026
Stay connected to the world’s largest, most influential network of architecture professionals.
Good design reduces energy use and eliminates dependence on fossil fuels while improving building performance, function, comfort, and enjoyment.
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...
College of Fellows
Elevating architects who exemplify architectural excellence.
AIA Partners
Our partners can help you achieve your goals through new products, services, and resources. We work with leading brands to deliver value to members and firms...
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Explore exclusive offers and discounts for AIA members only—save big on popular products you use to power your work from AIA’s partners, services, and beyond.
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Three major takeaways from the Small Firm Compensation Report
February 19, 2024
Check out three major takeaways related to salary, benefits, and workplace culture from AIA's newly updated Small Firm Compensation Report.
Become an AIA member
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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...
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AIA Business Academy
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A high-impact, four-part intensive program designed to equip firm leaders with the strategy, leadership, and financial skills to scale their practice and drive…
Gold Medal
Gold Medal Award 2026: Shigeru Ban, Hon. FAIA
December 4, 2025
Shigeru Ban revolutionized architecture with renewable materials like paper and timber, creating resilient, sustainable designs like disaster shelters and the…
Young Architect Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects.
Architecture Week 2026
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Architecture Week celebrates the profession of architecture and invites everyone—especially K-12 students—to explore architecture and design. We all play key…
AIA Board Member Candidacy
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) seeks well-qualified and eager candidates for the AIA Board of Directors and other leadership positions.
Government Affairs & Public Policy
Tackle urgent issues with AIA
Statement on U.S. withdrawal from UNFCCC
AIA responds to U.S. withdrawal from United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
White House East Wing advocacy update
Two paths forward: AIA continues work on White House ballroom and preservation policy.
AIA on the White House Ballroom
In October 2025, the Trump Administration demolished the East Wing of the White House without notice. Plans are underway to replace the East Wing with a 90,000...
