The projected slowdown reflects a normalization of spending following the surge in investment spurred by the CHIPS and Science Act and the Inflation Reduction Act
July 21, 2026
The nonresidential construction market continued to face headwinds during the first five months of 2026 as spending fell 7 percent in nominal dollars compared to the same period a year earlier.
The AIA 2026 Future Forward Grant has been awarded to Elaina Berkowitz for her research proposal titled “Design for Deconstruction: A Prototype Workflow for Circular Architectural Practice.”
July 19, 2026
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2026 Future Forward Grant has been awarded to Elaina Berkowitz, AIA, for her research proposal titled “Design for Deconstruction: A Prototype Workflow for Circular Architectural Practice.”
The AIA Small Project Design advisory committee seeks to highlight the value of involving architects in community projects by helping to offset the costs of hiring a design team
July 14, 2026
The American Institute of Architects’ Small Project Design advisory committee has awarded grants to three nonprofits, supporting their collaborations with architects on impactful projects that serve and benefit their communities.
AIA applauds landmark housing law that will help communities build more homes
July 13, 2026
The American Institute of Architects celebrated the enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, landmark bipartisan legislation that takes meaningful steps to address the nation's housing shortage and improve access to affordable housing.
The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index declined to its lowest level since January, with a score of 44.5.
June 25, 2026
Business conditions at architecture firms weakened further in May. The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) declined to its lowest level since January, with a score of 44.5.
Project management specialist champions people-centric design & workplace balance
June 17, 2026
DIG Architecture (DIG), based in New Brunswick, NJ with offices in Philadelphia and New York City, has named Jaime Masler Beach, AIA, NCARB, to the position of principal.
The AIA Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment provides architects with a foundation for action, encourages dialogue, and will be accompanied by implementation guidance, resources, and outcome tracking tools
June 14, 2026
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has created a commitment framework to help architects better serve their communities by building resilience and disaster risk reduction into the design and planning of new construction and renovation projects.