Articles Tagged with ''AIA (American Institute of Architects)''

2025 Ends with Continued Weak Business Conditions for Architecture Firms, AIA/Deltek ABI Finds

Any score below 50 indicates a billings decline, although this month’s score indicates that fewer firms reported a decline in billings in December than in November

January 22, 2026

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) closed out 2025 in negative territory with a December score of 48.5, up from 45.3 in November.

AIA: Nonresidential Construction Spending to Face Prolonged Weakness Through 2027

Spending on commercial facilities is expected to rise by 3.0 percent this year, followed by a 3.5 percent increase in 2027, according to the Consensus Construction Forecast

January 21, 2026

Panelists in The American Institute of Architects’ latest Consensus Construction Forecast expect a modest 1.0 percent increase in overall building spending for 2026, rising to just 2.2 percent in 2027.

New Blood Center Creates Spa-like Setting with Curtain Wall

With daylight and views, using Tubelite curtain wall, storefront and entrances

January 19, 2026

Tubelite’s aluminum-framed curtain wall, storefront and entrance systems enhance the building’s daylight, transparency, views, outdoor access, visual appearance and resilient performance.

Vectorworks Highlights 2026 Industry Trends Shaping the Future of Design

Sustainability, Smart Tools, and Immersive Technology Gain Momentum as Defining Themes

December 18, 2025

Vectorworks, Inc., reveals its 2026 industry trend insights, outlining the key forces set to define the architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture and design, and live events industries.

AIA Announces 2026 Board of Directors and Appointment of Public Directors

Led by incoming 2026 President Illya Azaroff, FAIA, the Board will guide the Institute’s strategic direction over the coming year

December 17, 2025

The 2026 Board of Directors to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have been selected.

Nathan Johnson’s architectural practice in Detroit

Michigan Receives Underrepresented Communities Grant to Study Prominent Detroit Architect

The grant funds will hire a preservation consultant to prepare a study on the work of Nathan Johnson (1926-2021), an important Detroit-based modernist architect

December 11, 2025

The Michigan State Historic Preservation Office of the Michigan Strategic Fund has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the Historic Preservation Fund’s Underrepresented Communities Grant program.

AIA Recognizes Departing Members of the Board of Directors and Strategic Council

Continuing a long-standing tradition, the AIA confers this honor upon members of its Board of Directors as they conclude their term of service

December 11, 2025

Former members of the AIA Board of Directors and Strategic Council are being recognized for their leadership and dedication as ambassadors to the organization through the Upjohn Fellowship and Louise Blanchard Bethune Fellowship awards.

Illya Azaroff, FAIA, Inaugurated as AIA 2026 President

Azaroff is an architect, geographer, and internationally recognized leader in disaster response, climate adaptation, resilient design, and regenerative planning strategies with over 30 years experience

December 8, 2025

The American Institute of Architects announced the inauguration of Illya Azaroff, FAIA, as its 102nd president.

Jeanne Jackson Inaugurated as Chancellor for the College of Fellows of AIA

Jackson was elected Chancellor by members of the College of Fellows

December 8, 2025

Jeanne Jackson, FAIA, NCARB, LEED, has been inaugurated as the 64th Chancellor of the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects.

AIA Announces Multiple Award Recipients

AIA recognizes the 2026 AIA Whitney M. Young Jr. Award, the 2026 Edward C. Kemper Award, the 2026 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Excellence in Architectural Education award, and the the 2026 AIA Architecture Firm Award

December 5, 2025

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 ICC CEU

On-Demand This course provides visual examples of actual field conditions. Some good, some not so good; along with design suggestions that can cut installation costs and reduce construction change orders. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the requirements the roofing contractor must meet to provide the specified roofing system warranty, and long-term value to the owner.