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...
Associates Award
Tannia Chavez, Int’l Assoc. AIA
April 2, 2024
A champion for women in architecture and the thousands of immigrant design professionals whose challenges she deeply understands, Tannia Chavez, Int’l Assoc…
Climate Advocacy
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) advocates for a sustainable, equitable, and resilient built environment that includes healthy physical environments...
Become an AIA member
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AIA Chapters
Discover AIA's vibrant chapter network connecting architects and design professionals nationwide. Join local hubs for networking, education, and collaboration…
Awards FAQ
Submissions for AIA Awards vary for each award program and are recognized annually at the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design®. Get your important questions…
College of Fellows Latrobe Prize
The Latrobe Prize is a biennial $150,000 award from the AIA College of Fellows to support a two-year program of research leading to significant advances in the...
AIA Strategic Plan
Access the AIA Strategic Plan to empower architects to improve the world. The 2021–2025 Strategic Plan outlines how architects can deliver profound change.
Careers at AIA
Explore exciting career opportunities at AIA. Join a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of architecture. Discover how you can contribute to innovation…
Government Affairs & Public Policy
AIA Government Affairs & Public Policy: The architect’s voice in Washington, D.C.
Professional standards
AIA members are committed to following the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence, and ethical practice. This overview details the...
Federal Affairs
AIA’s Federal Affairs team utilizes our 100,000 members to advocate for policies that support the business of architecture and strengthen the industry’s role in...
Community & events
AIA is where the largest network of architects and design professionals gathers and connects. Get involved through events, knowledge communities, and local AIA...
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...
AIA Upjohn Research Initiative
Apply for the AIA Upjohn Research Initiative, which funds annual research grants of $15,000–$30,000 for applied research projects that enhance the value of...
AIA Newsroom
The AEC industry’s top source for news and digital content. Explore official AIA press releases on the latest developments in the industry, and updates from AIA...
Home Design Trends Survey (HDTS)
September 16, 2025
Architecture professionals rely on the Home Design Trends Survey to educate homeowners about the latest home, kitchen, bath, and property design, construction…
Housing Advocacy
The lack of sufficient affordable and equitable housing in the United States is a pressing issue that affects a wide spectrum of communities—whether in urban...
