Ann McGauran, AIA, NCARB, is Tennessee’s state architect and works for the State Building Commission, which includes Tennessee’s governor and the speakers of its Senate and House. She oversees ...

Each July, Disability Pride Month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which passed on July 26, 1990. For architects and designers, this month is a reminder that ...

Good news for designers seeking their next role: Hiring activity doesn’t necessarily correlate with economic indices or the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index. Many firms are in perpetual need of ...

Healthy firm cultures don’t rely on perfectly crafted mission statements or instant, sweeping transformations. Instead, they rely on much smaller steps—ones your firm can start taking today. Emily ...

As you consider your firm’s growth rate, strategic plan and workload, at what point do you determine that it’s time to hire or designate a human resources manager? While the number of employees at ...

The AEC industry’s top source for news and digital content. Explore official AIA press releases on the latest developments in the industry, and updates from AIA leadership on strategic goals, events, ...

Let’s get to carbon neutral, together. The latest climate data tells us that reducing carbon emissions is not enough. To make the biggest impact, we must all commit to net zero emissions by 2030—a ...

AIA and its members are committed to the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all laws and regulations, including federal and state antitrust laws. By complying with both the letter and ...

Mentorship is a powerful driver of career success—supporting professional growth, well-being, and retention and recruitment—while helping build a more diverse and inclusive workforce. AIA connects its ...

The AIA Honorary Fellowship program recognizes international architects for their exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society on an international level. Recipients of Honorary ...

Quinn Evans is the 2024 winner of the AIA Architecture Firm Award. The firm was among the first firms to demonstrate that sustainable design can and must be incorporated into existing and historic ...

Explore the AIA Architecture Award 2026 recipients—recognized as the best contemporary architecture regardless of budget, size, style, or type. The AIA Architecture Award celebrates the best ...