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7th Annual AIA Film Challenge Awards Ceremony

Join us at 6:30 PM EST on October 21 to celebrate the AIA Film Challenge 2021 winning films, which will be announced live! We’ll also be recognizing our wonderful finalists, watching powerful films, hearing from AIA leadership, and more. Register now >

Apply to be our small firm state representative

The Small Firm Exchange’s annual call for volunteers is open until October 31. We are looking for volunteers who want to be a catalyst for change and positively impact the architecture profession. Given the dissolution of AIA regions, we are developing a network of state representatives to serve as liaisons —delivering small firm resources to chapters and sharing your state’s small firm concerns with AIA national. Are you a connector? Apply today >

Firm billings for August 2021

AIA's Architecture Billings Index is a recognized leading indicator for nonresidential construction and is available to AIA members for free. August’s index reported another month of strong business conditions, with an ABI score of 55.6. Nearly two thirds of firms also indicated that their office has fully reopened. Learn more >

Building a better world: How architects help their communities pre- and post-disaster

Following the release of the 4th edition of the AIA Disaster Assistance Handbook, this free course provides an overview of the four phases of disaster management. It also explains how architects assist local efforts in responding to, recovering from, preparing for, and mitigating disaster events in their communities.
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Submit to the Small Project Design Awards

The Small Project Design (SPD) Knowledge Community welcomes submissions to the annual Small Project Award program. This program highlights the value and design excellence architects provide, regardless of the project's limited size and budget. Deadline: November 15. Submit now >

Disaster assistance: How architects can help

Three expert contributors to AIA’s Disaster Assistance Handbook, which just released its fourth edition, share their experiences and advice for architects wanting to lend a hand before and after a disaster. Learn more >

Women in Leadership Summit (WLS) 2021 virtual AIAU courses

Join us on October 19 and November 16 as AEC recruiter Nancy Horne and career coach, Mia Scharphie, join forces to deliver two career-changing webinars to help you get what you want out of your career. The first session, "Seeking a Mid-Career Change or New Path? Strategies from an AEC Recruiter," is on October 19, 2021, at 3:00 PM EST. Register for both sessions now >

Mayors and architects join forces on sustainability and equity

The U.S. Conference of Mayors vows to partner with architects on two of the most crucial issues of our time.

New policies approved by the United States Conference of Mayors put the built environment front and center. In three resolutions approved at its annual conference in September, the nation’s mayors formalized new commitments to pursue climate and equity priorities, while recognizing the value of partnering with architects.

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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 >