AIA Network

The American Institute of Architects is dedicated to supporting architectural professionals through various resources to enrich career opportunities.


The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is a professional organization for architects in the United States. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the AIA offers education, government advocacy, community redevelopment, and public outreach to support the architecture profession.
The American Institute of Architects California (AIA CA) is the voice of the architectural profession in California, dedicated to supporting architects in their endeavors to improve the quality of life for all Californians by creating more livable communities, sustainable designs and quality of work environments. AIA California is an association of individuals in California, with more than 11,000 members comprised of licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in design. All share their commitment to excellence and livability in California’s buildings and communities.
The AIA College of Fellows seeks to stimulate a sharing of interests among Fellows, promote the purposes of the Institute, advance the profession of architecture, mentor young architects, and be of ever-increasing service to society. AIA Fellows are recognized with the AIA’s highest membership honor for their exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society. Architects who have made significant contributions to the profession and society and who exemplify architectural excellence can become a member of the AIA College of Fellows.
AIAS promotes excellence in architectural education, training, and practice, by fostering an appreciation of architecture and related disciplines. AIAS enriches communities through collaborative efforts of students from a myriad of local universities and colleges to advance the art and science of architecture.
Every year the Conference on Architecture travels to an iconic city for three immersive days of what's new and now in architecture and design.
The Architects Foundation leads philanthropic efforts that lay the foundation of architecture’s future, by attracting, inspiring and investing in new and diverse generations of architects who will create inclusive spaces and places of tomorrow.
AIAU brings the industry’s best learning to AIA Members. With over 300 instructors from leading firms, they’ll immerse you in in-demand topics that will boost your skills and portfolio.
AIA Trust—Where smart architects manage risk. The AIA Trust is a free risk management resource, offering benefit programs and practice resources for AIA Members.