Going for Zero: Decarbonizing the Built Environment on the Path to Our Urban Future
On October 23 at 2pm ET, architect and former AIA president, Carl Elefante, FAIA, shares lessons from built heritage and a transformative vision for climate-resilient cities. Register >
Open office hours: COTE® Top Ten metrics in DDx
On October 29 at 2pm ET, learn how this exciting new tool, integrated with AIA's Design Data Exchange, helps architects calculate performance metrics across the AIA Framework for Design Excellence principles. Register >
2026 AIA Regional & Urban Design Award
The AIA Regional & Urban Design Award recognizes the best in urban design, regional and city planning, and community development. This national recognition celebrates exceptional environmental programs, civic improvements, and other multi-building initiatives. Submissions for the 2026 award are open through November 13. Encourage submissions from your community. Learn more >
AIA Trust Week sessions available on demand
Did you miss AIA Trust Week? You can now watch all ten sessions on demand—free for AIA members. Explore expert-led discussions on business stability, legal readiness, climate resilience, and leadership—all designed to strengthen your firm and your future. View on demand >
Carole Wedge, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP, selected AIA Executive Vice President/Chief Executive Officer
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Board of Directors voted unanimously to select Carole Wedge, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP, as the next AIA Executive Vice President/Chief Executive Officer.
“It is with tremendous excitement that AIA begins a new chapter with Carole at the helm,” said 2025 AIA President Evelyn Lee, FAIA, NOMA. “This is more than a shift in leadership; it is a new opportunity to accelerate the impact architects make in communities across the country and internationally. In Carole, we see a leader who will support our members, chapters, and AIA employees, strengthen the profession, and ensure that architecture is shaping a resilient, equitable, and sustainable future.”
Open AIA Awards
Set your work apart in a competitive industry
We encourage Small Firms to apply for these as well!
AIA Awards celebrate the impact of both large and small design teams and mark a career milestone that contributes to your lasting professional legacy—culminating in a spotlight moment at the annual AIA Awards Gala.
Apply to multiple award programs with a single application—saving you time and money.
Fill out one common application per project.
Select the award programs you want to enter.
Pay $450 for the first submission and just $100 for each additional program.
The following awards are now open for submissions:
Fellowship (Oct. 8 deadline!)
Honorary Fellowship (Oct. 8 deadline!)
Apply today to gain prestigious industry recognition, a global platform to showcase your work, and meaningful opportunities to grow your practice or career. Find eligibility details, application criteria, and other tools in the AIA Awards FAQ.