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2022-2023 At-large Representative to the Strategic Council

The Strategic Council is accepting submissions for the position of At-large Representative. Up to five candidates may be elected. If you know of someone (member or non-member) who is innovative, open-minded and forward thinking, is a strong communicator/connector, and embodies a collaborative, partnering spirit, encourage them to submit! Learn more >

Latest residential firm trends

The AIA's Home Design Trends Survey is a recognized source of emerging trends in residential design and business conditions at residential firms. The latest release shows home offices and outdoor living spaces remained popular. Billings also remained strong and project backlogs increased, reaching a record high.
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Design services 101

On September 30, AIA Contract Documents will release two new agreements tailored to design services on construction projects. Watch the free webinar to learn about why the new design assist and delegated design services forms were created, and when and how to use them. Watch >

2021 AIA/ACSA Intersections Research Conference registration open

Registration is now open for the virtual Intersections Research Conference happening September 29 – October 1. This year’s theme is Communities and will bring together researchers and designers from practice and academia. Join us to learn the latest about community engagement best practices, designing healthy and resilient places, and zero-carbon neighborhoods. Register now >

Transform & Reform: AIA Academy of Architecture for Justice (AAJ) Fall Conference 2021

Take part in AAJ's 2021 virtual conference, which presents an unique opportunity to reach out nationally and internationally to architecture colleagues in parallel fields, such as health, mental health, and education. Also connect with professionals in disciplines that intersect with the justice system, such as criminology, psychology, and social work. Earn up to 17.25 LU/11 HSW Learn more >

Adaptive reuse excellence – Models to define value

Successful adaptive reuse projects can maximize existing buildings' potentials to redefine themselves and their context while honoring history. By exploring several case studies as potential prototypes, you will be inspired by creative and high-quality design, learn sustainability innovations, and come away with a greater understanding of the built environment's role in communities. Earn 1.5 LU/HSW Learn more >