Recognizing individuals whose work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture.
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.
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Medal for Academic Excellence
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Awarded to the top graduating students with a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of Architecture from schools accredited by NAAB or…
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COTE® Top Ten for Students
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Recognizing the best green projects that seamlessly integrate innovative, regenerative strategies within their broader design concepts.
Honorary Fellowship
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Honoring international architects for exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.
Honorary Membership
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Recognizes the notable contributions and service of people outside of the architecture profession.
Fellowship
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Be recognized with AIA’s highest membership honor for exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.
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.
Edward C. Kemper Award
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Recognizing members who have significantly impacted the architecture profession through service to AIA or an architecture-related organization.
Associates Award
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Recognizes exceptional Associate AIA member leaders who have made significant contributions to their community, organization, and/or industry.
Topaz Medallion for Architectural Education
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Recognizing outstanding individual contributions in architectural education.
Twenty-five Year Award
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Awarded to a building that has set an architectural design standard of excellence for 25–35 years.
Small Project Award
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Raises public awareness of the value and design excellence that architects provide regardless of the limits of size and budget.
Interior Architecture Award
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Celebrates the most innovative and spectacular interior spaces across a range of projects.
Housing Award
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Recognizes the best in home design—showcasing how beauty, safety, sustainability, and comfort can come together.
Healthcare Design Award
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Recognizes projects in health care design & planning from hospitals to outpatient centers, community clinics, & wellness facilities.