COP29: AIA attends the 2024 U.N. Climate Change Conference
November 1, 2024
AIA is sending an official delegation to COP29 to raise awareness for the building sector, connect with decision-makers and partner organizations, and advocate…
Design for Change—Framework for Design Excellence
Good design is adaptable, resilient, and flexible to change over time—reducing the building’s risk and vulnerability and enhancing its usability, functionality...
Energy
Architect’s Primer on Renewable Energy
November 29, 2023
Now more than ever, architects are called to design high-performance buildings. This renewable energy starter guide provides architects with the tools to meet…
Architectural research
AIA calls for and supports architectural research across the three scales of influence: Individual/human, industry sector and building function, and community...
Architecture grants & fellowships
Access to funding makes impactful, forward-thinking architectural research possible. That’s why AIA is proud to enable, support, and celebrate research through...
Former presidents
AIA’s former presidents have helped shape the values, mission, and vision of AIA. Join us in celebrating their service, leadership, and contributions.
Design for Discovery—Framework for Design Excellence
Learn design discovery and explore the design for discovery toolkit, resources, best practices, and COTE projects in AIA’s Framework for Design Excellence.
Framework for Design Excellence Glossary
Explore the AIA Framework for Design Excellence Glossary – uncover key terms, principles, and insights shaping the future of design. Elevate your understanding…
EDI
AIA's HQ Renewal Internship
November 4, 2024
Started in the summer of 2021, AIA’s HQ Renewal Internship program highlights the importance of agency in the built environment and empowers future architects.
EDI
Equitable Development Frameworks
November 29, 2023
The Equitable Development Frameworks analyzes architecture's role in advancing equitable communities by comparing five different approaches to creating healthy…
Alliance organizations
AIA is proud to collaborate with a group of the profession’s leading organizations, the Alliance Organizations.
Attribution of credit
Failing to give appropriate credit and recognition for project work is one of the most frequent violations of AIA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct...
The Delano & Aldrich/Emerson Fellowship
The Delano and Aldrich/Emerson Fellowship is awarded to a French architect for travel and study in the U.S.
Resilience
As the effects of climate change become more tangible and urgent, resilient design becomes crucial for establishing secure, healthy, sustainable communities...
Resilience
The State of Resiliency in the Built Environment
November 29, 2023
Addressing climate change requires a coordinated effort informed by the best data available. AIA and Owens Corning are proud to present a comprehensive report…
AIA Champions Climate Action with Building Solutions at COP29 for Enhanced Resilience
November 12, 2024
AIA is sending a delegation to COP29, the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan. This is the fourth year AIA has sent a delegation…
The third AIA Headquarters Renewal Interns cohort has concluded. Emerging leaders share what they learned and how the experience is shaping their future in the...
Materials
Get to know the newest roof in town: Hybrid roof assemblies
November 13, 2024
AIA partner GAF explores hybrid roofs, which combine various roof materials to help meet efficiency, durability, resiliency, and sustainability goals.
Architecture for Humanity: Support Communities by Design
Your support helps transform these ambitious goals into tangible, life-changing realities.
Sustainability
Adaptive reuse and net zero standards: AIA's key focus at COP29
November 19, 2024
AIA's delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference is ensuring that architects have a seat at the table.
