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22.75 LUs
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…
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.
Design excellence
Explore groundbreaking projects, gain insights from industry leaders, and be inspired to elevate your designs.
Exhibits
On view through December 2026
AIA Global Campus for Architecture & Design
EDI
K-12 Initiatives
November 30, 2023
It’s never too early to start thinking like an architect. AIA's K-12 initiatives follow a blueprint with three key goals in mind:
Inspire youth to learn about…
Materials
Healthier Materials Protocol
November 30, 2023
AIA’s Healthier Materials Protocol provides clear, practical methods and tools to help you track and integrate sustainable materials selection in your design…
Sustainability
Guide to Building Reuse for Climate Action
April 5, 2024
Learn how to make smart climate action decisions at the least cost in this architect's guide on the renovation and adaptive reuse of existing buildings.
Sustainability
Design for Adaptability, Deconstruction, & Reuse
December 4, 2023
Good architecture accommodates change, withstands wear and tear, and serves as a flexible community asset in times of crisis. This guide explores how to design…
Conference
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 AEC industry’s premier event dedicated to accelerating women into leadership positions in architecture…
Conference
AIA Leadership Summit 2027
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Save the date for AIA Leadership Summit 2027—the premier advocacy and leadership training event for AIA chapter leaders.
Climate action
Climate Action Playbook
November 29, 2023
The Climate Action Playbook is a resource for building an architectural practice that embraces climate change mitigation and adaptation. Accelerate your firm's…
Update on Publication of Proposed Rule
On Friday, January 29, the Department of Education published the proposed rule which defines 'professional degrees' extremely narrowly, maintaining the federal...
Leadership Education
Take your leadership skills to the next level with AIA. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your ability to lead, take on a larger role at your firm or in your...
Honorary Membership
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Recognizes the notable contributions and service of people outside of the architecture profession.
Young Architect Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects.