The AIA Compensation and Benefits Report 2023 is the definitive guide to architecture salaries and compensation trends. AIA members save 40%!
How roof fasteners impact the R-value of roof designs—and what to do about it
May 16, 2024
A recent study by AIA partner GAF and others reveals just how much roof fasteners can decrease the R-value of commercial roof systems. Here’s what to know and...
Disaster Assistance Program
AIA's Disaster Assistance Program trains architects to help communities mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters, aligning their disaster...
Materials
These sustainable homes embrace local materials
May 13, 2024
These four houses by Washington, D.C.-based firm BLDUS prioritize materials that are sometimes taken from right outside the front door.
Best Practices
Using photography to evaluate on-site work
May 21, 2024
Contributed by Eric Pempus, FAIA
Chapter 10.09 Construction phase services
Effectively document construction progress while avoiding key mistakes
Business Intelligence
ABI April 2024: Pace of billings decline at architecture firms slows slightly
May 22, 2024
Nearly one in ten architecture firms report that they currently have billings from international projects
The AIA 2030 Commitment
The AIA 2030 Commitment is an actionable climate strategy that gives us a set of standards and goals for reaching net zero emissions in the built environment...
AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index Reflects Another Decline in April
May 22, 2024
Architecture firm billings remained soft in April, with an AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 48.3 for the month. The score rose from 43.6 in…
AIA Statement on Architect of the Capitol Appointment
May 23, 2024
AIA congratulates Thomas Austin and looks forward to working with him as he assumes the critical responsibility as Architect of the Capitol.
Best Practices
The Safety Assessment Program
November 29, 2023
The AIA Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Training teaches architects, engineers, building officials, and inspectors how to assess homes, buildings, and…
AIA/ALA Library Building Award
The annual AIA/ALA Library Building Award partners AIA with the American Library Association/Library Leadership and Management Association to honor the best in…
AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture
The AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture recognizes architects, public officials, and other individuals who design notable public facilities and/or…
Associates Award
The Associates Award recognizes exceptional Associate AIA member leaders who have made significant contributions to their community, organization, and/or…
Design for Aging Review Award
The Design for Aging Review award recognizes architects who demonstrate innovative design solutions to improve the quality of life for older adults within…
Collaborative Achievement Award
The Collaborative Achievement Award recognizes the achievements of allied professionals and architect teams that have advanced the architectural profession.
Justice Facilities Review Award
The AIA Justice Facilities Review Awards recognize best practices in planning and design for buildings that directly support the justice system.
Design specialty
Case study: The Professional Kitchen by Henrybuilt
May 22, 2024
From its roasted walnut timbers to its human-centered functionality, this experiential space prioritizes practical sophistication, design refinement, and craft quality.
Design excellence
Explore groundbreaking projects, gain insights from industry leaders, and be inspired to elevate your designs.
Business Intelligence
Overtime pay: Are you compensating your employees correctly?
November 29, 2023
The federal pay rules aren’t as clear-cut as you may think, and non-compliance with Department of Labor rules may result in audits, back pay, and fines…
Joint Status Update from the Collateral Organizations of Architecture
May 28, 2024
AIA is dedicated to ensuring the educational and accreditation standards for future architects are upheld to the highest level.