The challenges of ceiling design in open plenum spaces
February 13, 2024
Open plenum ceilings create an industrial chic aesthetic—but not without some drawbacks. AIA partner USG explores the issues and solutions.
AIA remembers pioneering architect Marsha Ann Maytum, FAIA
February 13, 2024
The climate champion inspired key AIA action in sustainability and equity.
Candidates for elective office 2024
Meet the candidates running for AIA's elective offices in 2024.
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.
Career and the profession
Championing Chief Architects
February 15, 2024
By Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC
Five ways a Chief Architect can support a mayor’s vision and equip a city's future
Three major takeaways from the Small Firm Compensation Report
February 19, 2024
Check out three major takeaways related to salary, benefits, and workplace culture from AIA's newly updated Small Firm Compensation Report.
Unique new ceiling imparts dynamic sense of movement at BWI Airport
February 20, 2024
Airport management desired a system that would stand out and create the illusion of a higher ceiling. JMT Architecture worked with AIA partner Armstrong to…
AIA applauds President Biden signing Infrastructure
November 28, 2023
AIA applauds the bipartisan infrastructure bill and encourages Congress to continue to make meaningful investments in Build Back Better.
Charleston's International African American Museum tells a story of tragedy and triumph
February 23, 2024
The museum opened at the city’s Gadsen’s Wharf this past July.
Brooklyn mass timber: Redefining urban living with sustainable innovation
February 26, 2024
From its historic red brick façade to its mass timber framing components to its stunning modern kitchen, this carriage house project exemplifies the...
Career and the profession
U.S. Dept. of Defense statutory fee limit for architects has been raised
August 26, 2024
“You’re not going to go to the poor house to do DoD work.” - Ed Gauvreau, FAIA
A Q&A with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Planning Branch, Installation...
Career and the profession
Four ways to protect profitability
September 3, 2024
Professional liability claims happen, and while only about one-third end in an insurer pay-out, all claims take a design firm’s time and can impair its...
Design and health
Urban Oasis, Rural Retreat: The Soho Apartment & Bovina Cabin
September 5, 2024
From a tiny NYC studio to a Hudson Valley escape, architect Landon Browne demonstrates an interplay of space, function, and aesthetics in modest homes. AIA...
Resilience
How Iowa architects are aiding tornado relief efforts
September 9, 2024
In Iowa, architects help disaster victims get back in their homes faster.
AIA Outlines Top Election Priorities
September 10, 2024
AIA’s election priorities highlight top federal policy issues and guide AIA’s advocacy work at the federal, state, and local levels.
Firm Management
When should you hire a human resources manager?
September 12, 2024
The decision should be based on more than just your number of employees.
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…
Materials
Beyond the metal box
September 17, 2024
New pre-engineered metal building material options are expanding design opportunities for architects and their clients. AIA Partner BlueScope Buildings North...
EDI
Why should women in the AEC industry attend WLS?
September 23, 2024
A construction manager tells us why she's attending this year's Women's Leadership Summit for the first time.
AIA furthers climate action efforts, releases new data on carbon neutral future and attends Climate Week NYC
September 24, 2024
AIA participating in Climate Week NYC event as well as the publishing of the annual 2030 By the Numbers report and concluding the inaugural Materials Pledge…