At the Annual Business Meeting, the delegates consider amendments to AIA Bylaws, resolutions, and candidates for AIA elected office.
Building science and technology
Performance excellence at AIA’s new HQ
February 23, 2026
Carbon neutrality and energy efficiency were paramount concerns during the redesign of AIA's headquarters.
Design specialty
Inside AIA’s inclusive headquarters renewal
January 27, 2026
Learn about the welcoming design ethos behind AIA's redesigned headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Social impact
Community engagement at AIA's newly redesigned headquarters
April 27, 2026
See how AIA’s headquarters have transformed into a welcoming community hub.
Educational event
1.00 LUs
The Architect’s Edge: Smarter Specification Workflows with AI
Virtual
Discover how AI-powered specification workflows can improve coordination, reduce errors, and transform specifications into a connected, data-driven foundation…
Design for Integration—Framework for Design Excellence
Learn about design integration and explore the design for integration toolkit, resources, and case studies in AIA’s Framework for Design Excellence.
Design and health
How designing for mental and behavioral health strengthens architectural practice
May 21, 2026
Two industry leaders talk about safety and dignity in health environments and highlight collaborative approaches all architects can apply.
Materials
Defending the roof: Selecting coverboards and protecting them from value engineering
May 26, 2026
Coverboards are critical for ensuring a building’s integrity and long-term resilience. AIA partner GAF provides an overview and advice for architects.
Educational event
1.00 LUs
HSW
Back to the Future: Combining Historic Strategies with Modern Technology for Maximized Passive Survivability
Virtual
Explore how timeless passive design principles and historic resilience strategies can work alongside modern building technologies to create more durable, energy…
Business Intelligence
ABI April 2026: Architecture firm billings retreat
May 20, 2026
Fewer than 1 in 10 firms report any billings from international projects over the past 5 years.
Business Intelligence
ABI March 2026: Architecture firm billings approach growth
April 22, 2026
97% of firms report that they still work within traditional design phases.
Business Intelligence
ABI February 2026: Business conditions at architecture firms may stabilize soon
March 18, 2026
Professional liability insurance levels remain steady at most firms
Business Intelligence
ABI January 2026: Billings remain soft to start 2026
February 18, 2026
Negotiating design fees has become more challenging in recent years.
Social impact
Meet the urban designer running for mayor
May 26, 2026
Taryn Sabia, Assoc. AIA, believes architects and designers are vital for solving the problems facing Tampa, Fl.
Business Intelligence
ABI December 2025: Architecture firm billings remain soft to end the year
January 21, 2026
Most firms have seen some stalled, delayed, or canceled projects over the last six months.
For the Third Year, AIA Earns Great Place to Work Certification™
May 26, 2026
The prestigious award is based entirely on employees’ feedback about their experience working at AIA.
Building Space & Intention: A Clay Handbuilding Workshop
1735 New York Ave NW Washington, DC20006 United States
Create a sculptural architectural form in a hands-on clay workshop that blends design principles, community storytelling, and Afrofuturistic imagination to…
Exhibits & Events
On view through December 2026
Educational event
Firm Management Symposium
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1735 New York Ave. Washington, DC20006 United States
New this year, the Firm Management Symposium equips firm owners and emerging leaders with practical skills needed to move their practices forward.
Architects, Contractors Unite to Strengthen Collaboration and Improve Project Outcomes
May 27, 2026
New AIA-AGC Framework Highlights Best Practices for Communication, Risk Management, and Team Performance
