With nearly 300 state and local chapters, the AIA serves as the voice of the architecture profession and the resource for our members in service to society.
Our Mission
We carry out our goal through advocacy, information, and community. Each year the AIA:
Sponsors hundreds of continuing education experiences to help architects maintain their licensure
Sets the industry standard in contract documents with more than 100 forms and contracts used in the design and construction industry
Provides countless Web-based resources for emerging architecture professionals
Conducts market research and provides analysis of the economic factors that affect the business of architecture
Hosts the annual AIA National Convention and Design Exposition
Serves as an advocate of the architecture profession
Champions architects’ future by enhancing public belief in the value of design
Promotes design excellence and outstanding professional achievement through an awards program