Energy modeling early and often is the best way to improve building performance. The Architect’s Guide to Building Performance helps architects better integrate…

By Patrick Sisson

Architects and AEC experts are hopeful that more funding will make it easier for states and cities to implement clean energy codes.  

Author: Keith Hempel, AIA, Principal Director of Workplace at LPA Design Studios 

Finding creative ways to reduce predicted energy use across a spectrum of…

The goal of the AIA headquarters renewal is to create an energy-efficient, carbo-neutral building that meets the targets of the AIA 2030 Commitment and fosters…

The AIA Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Training teaches architects, engineers, building officials, and inspectors how to assess homes, buildings, and…

Now more than ever, architects are called to design high-performance buildings. This renewable energy starter guide provides architects with the tools to meet…

This document defines mitigation, resilience, adaptation, sustainability and regenerative design, clarifying the characteristics of each strategy as well as the…

Get expert guidance for reducing and recovering from firm disruption. The Architect's Guide to Business Continuity increases firm resilience with a step-by-step…

Upholding community principles through construction helps to ensure the community gets direct economic and workforce development benefits from the project.

The Disaster Assistance Handbook helps architects support communities before and after disaster—creating more resilient, sustainable, equitable, and healthy…

The Resilience Design Toolkit is a comprehensive step-by-step process guide for seamlessly incorporating resilient design in your architecture and design…

Designing beyond building codes and standards provides significant resilience benefits to both building owners and occupants.

Addressing climate change requires a coordinated effort informed by the best data available. AIA and Owens Corning are proud to present a comprehensive report…

Good architecture accommodates change, withstands wear and tear, and serves as a flexible community asset in times of crisis. This guide explores how to design…

Empowering conversations on hazard and climate risk

Explore a three-part resource designed to empower and provide architects and designers with the necessary steps to take to reduce embodied carbon in their…

The climate crisis has long-term economic consequences. Incorporating resilient design helps establish economic resilience to better withstand and recover from…

Extreme weather events are increasing in intensity and frequency. Explore resources to support hazard mitigation and hazard risk reduction for a variety of…

AIA’s Resilient Project Process Guide helps architects and designers integrate resilient and climate-adaptive solutions into their design process. 

Explore resources and organizations to help you design and build a more resilient community through community engagement, risk analysis, inclusive design, and…