AIA Awards

An AIA award is the ultimate acknowledgment of impactful, exemplary work that sets new standards and inspires others.

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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.

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Fellowship medals
Fellowship
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Be recognized with AIA’s highest membership honor for their exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.

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Regional & Urban Design Award
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Recognizes the best in urban design, regional and city planning, and community development.

The Tokyo International Forum’s Glass Hall unifies the complex by serving as a lobby for all venues. It features 200- foot high cable-supported glass walls and a 750-foot span between two columns.
Twenty-five Year Award

The AIA Twenty-five Year Award is awarded to a building that has set an architectural design standard of excellence for 25–35 years.

 

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Architecture Firm Award
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The Architecture Firm Award is AIA’s highest architecture firm honor, recognizing one (1) firm every year that has produced notable architecture for at least a…

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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.

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Young Architects Award
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Recognizes the exceptional work from young architects

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Housing Award
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Recognizes the best in home design—showcasing how beauty, safety, sustainability, and comfort can come together.

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Edward C. Kemper Award
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The Edward C. Kemper Award recognizes a member who has significantly impacted the architecture profession through service to AIA or an architecture-related…

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AIA Awards FAQ

AIA Awards recognize exemplary projects and architects across the built environment. Get your important questions answered about deadlines, eligibility, submissions, recognition, and more.

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AIA Award winners

AIA award winners span nearly 30 categories whose work sets new standards of excellence and inspires others to innovate.

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