Raises public awareness of the value and design excellence that architects provide regardless of the limits of size and budget.
The AIA College of Fellows
Elevating architects who exemplify architectural excellence.
Housing Award
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Recognizes the best in home design—showcasing how beauty, safety, sustainability, and comfort can come together.
Design specialty
America ByDesign Season 5
November 18, 2025
Join us as we explore the architectural marvels that define who we are and inspire the future—one design at a time.
AIA Calls for Cabinet Level FEMA: Reformed with New and Expanded Responsibilities
April 20, 2026
AIA is calling on lawmakers to elevate Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to an independent Cabinet level agency outside of the Department of Homeland…
Best Practices
5 Construction administration risks architects can’t ignore
April 17, 2026
Construction administration is becoming one of the most complex and risk-prone phases of architectural practice. AIA partner Part3 offers strategies to help.
Exhibits & Events
On view through December 2026
AIA on Climate Advocacy
AIA advocates for efforts that aim to accelerate emission reductions and modernize the architectural practice to benefit the built environment and public health...
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…
Educational event
1.00 LUs
HSW
WELL Certification: Setting New Standards for a Healthier Tomorrow
Virtual
Explore how a groundbreaking health care facility achieved WELL Gold certification—setting a new standard for sustainable design that prioritizes patient well…
AIA Board Member Candidacy
The American Institute of Architects seeks well-qualified and eager candidates for the AIA Board of Directors and other leadership positions.
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…
Volunteer at AIA
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) offers valuable opportunities for career growth through volunteering. Explore how you can contribute to the…
The Firm That Stayed
May 7, 2026
Roy Decker and Anne Marie Duvall Decker built a practice in a place other architects left. Twenty-eight years later, it earned the highest honor their...
Climate action
6 Design trends driving a sustainable, regenerative future
April 20, 2026
Recent COTE® Top Ten–winning projects reveal the clients and architects leading the way.
Climate action
The need for regenerative design in architecture
April 21, 2026
Hear from AIA 2026 President Illya Azaroff, FAIA, and other experts on why regenerative design matters.
AIA/Deltek ABI signaling market stabilization with near flat billing activity
April 22, 2026
Architecture firm billings held steady in March, indicating market stability despite global economic concerns.
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