AIA "American Institute of Architects" ASSOCIATION
American Institute of Architects
The American Institute of Architects is the largest and most influential professional association for architects, interns, and those directly involved in the practice of architecture. Since the mid-1800's, AIA has striven to meet the needs and interests of architects and the clients they serve by developing public awareness of the value of architecture and the importance of good design.
Architect, Associate, International Associate, Emeritus, and Individual Allied Membership: open to engineers, planners, landscape architects, sculptors, muralists, artists, and those in government, education, journalism, manufacturing industry, and other fields allied to architecture (for Individuals that are not otherwise eligible for membership in the AIA).