How Iowa architects are aiding tornado relief efforts
September 9, 2024
In Iowa, architects help disaster victims get back in their homes faster.
Firm Management
When should you hire a human resources manager?
September 12, 2024
The decision should be based on more than just your number of employees.
Materials
Beyond the metal box
September 17, 2024
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.
Design specialty
AIA celebrates Designing Together winner, finalists
July 9, 2024
Learn more about the ideas that took top prize from the AIA24 social media contest
AIA leadership featured on Good Morning America
July 15, 2024
AIA CEO Lakisha Ann Woods, CAE and President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, were on the program to discuss how they're working to make architecture careers accessible. ...
Building science and technology
A materials summer: What’s new and what’s coming for the A&D Materials Pledge
July 15, 2024
Architects and designers are increasingly understanding the vital role materials have in both human and planetary health.
Building science and technology
Who's afraid of artificial intelligence?
July 16, 2024
Not Matthias Hollwich, AIA, principal at HWKN, who is heading full bore into what he believes is a paradigm change.
New study links modernized schools to better academic performance
July 22, 2024
Research shows that high-quality school environments can boost educational outcomes, improve well-being, and strengthen communities.
Six must-know Olympic landmarks for architecture lovers
July 26, 2024
As the 2024 Summer Games kick off in Paris, we look back at Olympic venues that have stood the test of time.
Career and the profession
Are you a woman who is Next to Lead?
July 29, 2024
AIA's leadership and volunteer development training program is accepting applicants for 2024. A member of the inaugural class shares the value of her experience...
Resilience
Home is where the resiliency is
August 3, 2024
Empowering communities to thrive in a warming world.
Career and the profession
Practicing architecture overseas
August 6, 2024
AIA’s Global Practice Committee chair discusses the advantages and challenges of working internationally and offers three tips to consider before making a move.
Affordable housing
Making homes attainable: How architects can help
August 9, 2024
The U.S. has long had a shortage of affordable housing. How can architects help in the collective effort to make housing attainable to more people?
Design specialty
Designing a contemporary prairie home rooted in place
October 3, 2024
When you think of a house on the prairie, you might picture a farmhouse, but that's not what this homeowner had in mind. AIA partner Andersen explores how...
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...
Design specialty
Spelman College teams up with Studio Gang for a community-focused art & science center
June 23, 2025
Technology, community and the arts convene at this one-of-a-kind space, which officially opened to students and the public in April.
Affordable housing
Dogan-Gaither Flats: From landmark motel to lifeline housing in Knoxville
February 28, 2024
An abandoned motor lodge with a storied past is reborn.
Social impact
Architects called to lead as key partners in solving housing crisis at U.S. Conference of Mayors
June 30, 2025
AIA 2025 President Evelyn Lee urged stronger collaboration between architects and local leaders, as mayors nationwide back faster permitting and federal support...
Social impact
Can real estate be a tool for social change? Adre says yes
June 26, 2025
How one real estate developer is prioritizing social and environmental ROI.
