AIA’s Women’s Leadership Summit heads to Kansas City, November 1-3, 2026
July 29, 2026
WLS aims to support the advancement of women across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sectors by addressing workplace challenges and sharing…
Zero carbon
Buildings contribute nearly 40% of annual greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing carbon emissions is not enough to meet the decarbonization targets set by the Paris...
Climate action
AIA is transforming how the architecture profession and the AEC industry design for climate, people, and communities. Our members are leading the way, acting as...
Health
A growing body of practice-based evidence demonstrates the profound impact that forward-looking design decisions can have on an array of urgent health...
Social impact
5 Design ideas from award-winning urban spaces
July 30, 2026
This year’s AIA Regional & Urban Design Award recipients illuminate creative approaches for environmental and social well-being.
Contact us
Need help? Find the right AIA contact for membership, programs, leadership, technical support, partnerships, and more.
Mentorship programs
Explore mentorship at AIA and discover programs and resources that support professional growth, leadership development, and career advancement for architects.
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Women’s Leadership Summit 2026
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1515 Wyandotte St Kansas City, MO64108 United States
Registration is now open for Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS)—the architecture profession’s premier leadership event designed to accelerate women into positions…
AIA Global Campus for Architecture & Design®
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Young Architect Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects.
Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
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Recognizing outstanding individual contributions in architectural education.
Equity in the built environment
Explore resources to help architects and design professionals create and advocate for equitable communities and firm-wide equitable practices.
Materials
Designing stylish civic spaces to serve communities
August 7, 2026
AIA partner BlueScope Buildings North America explores five ways architects have used PEMB and hybrid steel solutions to create community spaces that are as...
Career and the profession
The most important room in the building
August 10, 2026
“We are training young architects to be excellent designers and, at the same time, training them to defer,” writes Jeff Seabold, FAIA.
Resilience
Community resilience design resources
December 5, 2023
Explore resources and organizations to help you design and build a more resilient community through community engagement, risk analysis, inclusive design, and…
AIA Receives 2026 Power of Associations Gold Award for Next to Lead
July 28, 2026
The ASAE Power of Associations Awards recognize associations that leverage their unique ability to convene stakeholders, inspire collaboration, and drive…
Educational event
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The Benefits of 100% Offsite Fabricated Stainless Steel Railing Systems
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Learn how custom-prefabricated stainless steel railing systems can improve quality, reduce costs, simplify installation, and deliver durable, low-maintenance…
Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
The AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct applies to the professional activities of all AIA members and covers general obligations as well as obligations to...
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...
Social impact
7 Key issues on the ballot for architects and AIA this election season
October 28, 2024
AIA is ensuring that architects have a powerful voice in shaping policies that impact the profession and the planet.
