Energy modeling early and often is the best way to improve building performance. The Architect’s Guide to Building Performance helps architects better integrate…
Energy
New federal boosts to energy codes aim to accelerate climate progress
February 15, 2024
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.
Design specialty
Five tips for meeting the AIA 2030 Commitment
February 5, 2020
Author: Keith Hempel, AIA, Principal Director of Workplace at LPA Design Studios
Finding creative ways to reduce predicted energy use across a spectrum of…
Energy
Decarbonization & the AIA 2030 Commitment: AIA HQ Approach
November 18, 2021
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…
Design and health
The Drive Toward Healthier Buildings
November 30, 2023
Explore the market drivers and impact of building design and construction on occupant health, well-being, and productivity in The Drive Toward Healthier…
Climate action
Updates from AIA's Disaster Assistance Program
November 30, 2023
AIA and its architects, often serving as volunteers, assist communities following disasters. Explore updates on AIA's activities in disaster areas, resources…
To help develop a sustainable, equitable, inclusive design, AIA welcomed six students from HBCUs as interns…
Materials
AIA Materials Pledge By the Numbers
November 12, 2024
New in 2024! Access the AIA Materials Pledge By the Numbers report—tracking firm signatory progress on positive material specification.
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…
Climate action
Understanding resilience
December 12, 2023
This document defines mitigation, resilience, adaptation, sustainability and regenerative design, clarifying the characteristics of each strategy as well as the…
Design specialty
Recommendations for designing lactation/wellness rooms
November 30, 2023
Contributed by Liz York, FAIA and Joyce Lee, FAIA
Chapter 10.05 Design phases
Explore guidelines for designing lactation/wellness rooms in work and public…
Climate action
Hazard and Climate Risk: A user’s guide and form for acknowledging risk
December 1, 2021
Empowering conversations on hazard and climate risk
Energy
AIA-CLF Embodied Carbon Toolkit for Architects
November 29, 2023
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…
Climate action
Climate change adaptation design resources
November 29, 2023
Explore climate change design resources and projection tools to help buildings and communities handle and adapt to climate change effects like extreme heat and…
Best Practices
Return on investment in equitable communities
December 2, 2023
Explore resources and talking points on the financial opportunities and benefits of investing in equitable communities to help support architects and the…
Best Practices
Architect's Role in Creating Equitable Communities
November 28, 2023
This resource shares tools and strategies architects can use in practices to bring about just and equitable outcomes for all members of the communities they…
