The AIA Strategic Council is a think tank dedicated to producing forward-thinking research on behalf of the architecture profession.
Sustainability
What the White House's new National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building means for architects
October 16, 2024
How will it impact the way architects design?
AIA applauds Biden-Harris Administration efforts to further define a national definition of a Zero Emissions Building
June 6, 2024
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) commends the Biden-Harris Administration for continuing to pursue the monumental task of developing a national…
Young Architect Award
Young Architect Award 2025
April 28, 2025
Explore the Young Architect Award 2025 recipients—recognized for their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession and…
Architecture grants & fellowships
Access to funding makes impactful, forward-thinking architectural research possible. That’s why AIA is proud to enable, support, and celebrate research through...
Small Project Award
Submission Period
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Raises public awareness of the value and design excellence that architects provide regardless of the limits of size and budget.
Career and the profession
5 Ways to get the most out of an architecture & design conference
March 10, 2026
Conferences can spark new ideas and strengthen your sense of purpose. Check out these strategies for maximizing your experience at one.
AIA Strategic Plan
Access the AIA Strategic Plan to empower architects to improve the world. The 2026–2030 Strategic Plan outlines how architects can deliver profound change.
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Regenerative design highlight
Jen Garman, AIA, sees a regenerative future of architecture
Educational event
1.00 LUs
Design-Build Project Delivery: Risks & Rewards for Architects
Virtual
Learn how architects can take on principal or shared leadership roles in design-build delivery—navigating risk, cost transparency, and contracts while…
Firm Management
10 Must-have leadership skills for running a successful architecture firm
February 7, 2025
Five firm leaders from Heaths Bridge, HGA, Ennead Architects, Olson Kundig, and Corgan share their top insights.
Business Intelligence
At AIA25, Allie K. Miller inspires architects to lead in the AI age
June 5, 2025
AI expert Allie K. Miller shared how architects can amplify creativity, boost productivity, and shape a more agile, human-centered future with AI.
AIA Announces Strategic Sponsorship with Trimble
March 12, 2026
AIA is excited to announce a sponsorship agreement with Trimble, a leader in construction technology, including 3D visualization and modeling solutions, and…
Home Design Trends Survey (HDTS)
March 16, 2026
Architecture professionals rely on the Home Design Trends Survey to educate homeowners about the latest home, kitchen, bath, and property design, construction…
Approval of the AIA Strategic Plan & focus on regenerative design
March 13, 2026
Women’s Leadership Summit 2026
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1515 Wyandotte St Kansas City, MO64108 United States
Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS), founded by AIA, is the industry’s premier event dedicated to accelerating women into leadership positions in architecture…
Career and the profession
Friendship, persistence, and a 19-year road to licensure
March 17, 2026
Stephen Martocchio, AIA, on the “weight” licensure carries and the friend who helped him achieve it.
