MISSION STATEMENT

Increase and promote the value of architects by:
• Advancing the standards of the profession.
• Promoting professional development and fellowship;

ABOUT THE AIA

Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of America's architects. As AIA members, more than 74,000 licensed architects, emerging professionals and allied partners express their commitment to excellence in design and livability in our nation's buildings and communities. Members adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct that assures the client, the public, and colleagues of an AIA-member architect's dedication to the highest standards in professional practice. In close concert with other members of the design and construction team, the AIA also works to fulfill its commitment to help coordinate the building industry.

The American Institute of Architects is a professional membership organization serving Architects in the United States. Members must be registered Architects; Associate Members must be working toward registration. Related professions may join as Allied Members/Professional Affiliates.

The Institute serves its members with professional development opportunities, contract documents that are the model for the design and construction industry, professional and design information services, personal benefits, and client-oriented resources. In contributing to their profession and communities, AIA members also participate in professional interest areas from design to regional and urban development professional academies that are both the source and focus of new ideas and responses.

Through a nationally recognized awards program, the AIA also sets the standard for architectural excellence while cultivating an ever-growing audience for good design. And the AIA Fellowship Program recognizes those members who have made notable contributions to the advancement of the profession. To aid younger professionals, an Intern/Architect Development Program, registration-exam preparation courses, and employment referral services are frequently offered by local chapters.