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Registration is now open for Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS)—the architecture profession’s premier leadership event designed to accelerate women into positions…
Regenerative design
The future of architecture isn’t just sustainable—it’s regenerative. AIA is equipping architects to design places that restore ecosystems, strengthen...
AIA Global Campus for Architecture & Design®
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Young Architect Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects.
Honorary Membership
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Recognizes the notable contributions and service of people outside of the architecture profession.
Award for Excellence in Public Architecture
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Recognizes architects, public officials, and others who design notable public facilities and/or advocate for design excellence in public spaces.
Associates Award
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Recognizes exceptional Associate AIA member leaders who have made significant contributions to their community, organization, and/or industry.
Gold Medal
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Recognizing individuals whose work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture.
Architecture Firm Award
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Recognizing one firm every year that has produced notable architecture for at least a decade.
Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
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Given to an architect or architectural organization that embodies social responsibility and actively addresses a pressing social issue.
Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
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Recognizing outstanding individual contributions in architectural education.
Resilience
Resilience starts with design. Architects play a critical role in helping communities prepare for, withstand, and recover from disasters.
Equity in the built environment
Explore resources to help architects and design professionals create and advocate for equitable communities and firm-wide equitable practices.
EDI
K-12 Initiatives
May 28, 2026
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
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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HSW
The Benefits of 100% Offsite Fabricated Stainless Steel Railing Systems
Virtual
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...