A champion for women in architecture and the thousands of immigrant design professionals whose challenges she deeply understands, Tannia Chavez, International…
Kimberly Nicole Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, becomes first Black woman to serve as AIA president
December 18, 2023
By Patra Wroten
HOK principal Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, was inaugurated as the 2024 AIA president December 15 in Washington, DC.
AIA & state continuing education requirements
Learn about architecture continuing education requirements for AIA membership & state licensure renewal. Architect CE requirements vary by location.
Medal for Academic Excellence
November 29, 2023
The AIA Medal for Academic Excellence is awarded to the top graduating students with a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of…
Year in Review 2023
Explore important AIA firsts, expanded membership demographics, community developments, advocacy wins, key organization milestones, awards given and received...
How strong collaboration simplified the merger of two small firms
April 4, 2024
Small firm heads Anthony Baker and Terrence O'Neal discussed the story of their merger, the biggest challenges they faced when merging firms, and the future of...
Career and the profession
Join AIA, She Built Foundation to share architecture and design with K-12 students
April 8, 2024
AIA Architecture Week 2024 is April 14-20. Learn how a popular children’s book could be the tool you need to inspire K-12 students to learn about architecture...
Schematic design revealed for AIA headquarters renovation
April 20, 2022
AIA headquarters renewal will transform the 50-year-old building to reflect the organization’s values with improved transparency and engagement—creating an…
How five AIA chapters are helping foster the growth of the next generation of architects
April 16, 2024
In honor of Architecture Week, we’re celebrating the K-12 education initiatives of five AIA chapters around the country.
Career and the profession
Return to office: How it started and how it's going
April 11, 2024
In the wake of the pandemic's remote work boom, firms continue to assess next steps for their practice.
FAQ: Proposed 2025 new membership categories
Find answers to frequently asked questions on the topic of proposed new membership categories being presented for a delegate membership vote at the upcoming...
Materials
This key home exterior design trend is becoming more popular
April 9, 2024
Architects say low maintenance is a key request among homeowner customers. AIA partner James Hardie explores one siding option that meets that demand.
Sustainability
D.C.’s largest mass timber project is coming to the new Bridge District
April 18, 2024
In addition to its net-zero design, the building will have an affordability component.
Climate action
Earth Day 2024: Top five ways AIA has advanced climate change
April 19, 2024
From Capitol Hill to COP28, AIA's Advocacy team stands ready to empower architects to help lead national and global efforts to reduce and mitigate climate…
Educational event
1.00 LUs
Economic Update: Q3 2024 ABI Insights
Virtual
Join AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, and AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, for our quarterly conversation about the AIA/Deltek…
Educational event
1.00 LUs
Economic Update: Q4 2024 ABI Insights
Virtual
Join AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, and AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, for our quarterly conversation about the AIA/Deltek…
AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
The AIA Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct applies to the professional activities of all AIA members and covers general obligations as well as obligations to...
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.
Business Intelligence
ABI March 2024: Architecture firm billings retreat further in March
April 24, 2024
Nearly half of firm leaders think that negotiating project design fees is more challenging now than it was 4–5 years ago
Architecture Firm Billings Soften Further in March According to AIA/Deltek ABI
April 24, 2024
The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) reported a score of 43.6 for the month of March, indicating business conditions continue to soften for…