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An education in pre-engineered metal buildings: Designing schools for context and what comes next
October 26, 2026
Using six new and retrofit education projects, AIA partner BlueScope explores approaches to incorporating pre-engineered metal buildings into the design process...
Firm Management
Diversification is helping firms navigate a sluggish market
October 26, 2026
Five firms share the strategies that are helping them grow despite tough business conditions.
Business Intelligence
ABI September 2026: Architecture firm billings slump deepens
October 21, 2026
Firm revenue is down by an average of 3% from 2025, expected to remain flat in 2027.
ASTM F3561: A new way to comprehensively evaluate forced-entry resistance
April 10, 2026
As the urgency for safer schools continues to rise, learn how ASTM F3561 provides an objective method for assessing the ability of a complete fenestration...
Careers at AIA
Explore exciting career opportunities at AIA. Join a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of architecture. Discover how you can contribute to innovation…
Preserving Washington, D.C. landmarks
The planning and stewardship of America's most significant national places must be transparent, lawful, and worthy of public trust. AIA is committed to ensuring...
Design for Economy—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design adds economic value for owners, occupants, the community, and the planet—regardless of the project size and budget.
Climate action
ROI: The economic case for resilient design
November 30, 2023
The climate crisis has long-term economic consequences. Incorporating resilient design helps establish economic resilience to better withstand and recover from…
Best Practices
ROI: Healthier, more productive occupants
November 28, 2023
Our indoor environments have a direct impact on our health and wellness. High-performance design elements, such as air quality, thermal comfort, and daylighting…
How one firm navigated a large urban project in Rochester, N.Y.
May 18, 2026
The Neighborhood of Play in Rochester's Inner Loop East was an exercise in juggling multiple stakeholders.
Social impact
Back to the table
October 27, 2026
Jeff Seabold, FAIA, on the value of architects who get involved in civic leadership roles.
AIA Materials Pledge progress report documents industrywide advances in healthier building products
October 29, 2026
In its third year of reporting, the Materials Pledge continued to gain momentum, with participation growing across the profession and signatories reaching a…
Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Pledge
This pledge brings architects together to make resilience a standard of good design, so communities are better prepared for what comes next.
