News from National 12.02.20

Tips and tricks for using the AIA Contract Documents online service

Join a free webinar on December 16 as we share tips and tricks to work faster and easier in the AIA Contract Documents online service. There will be a live Q&A session during the webinar, so come with questions for our online service technical support staff. Register Here

Latest ABI release for October

AIA's Architecture Billings Index is a recognized leading indicator for nonresidential construction and is available to AIA members for free. October’s data shows that business conditions at architecture firms are moving slowly towards recovery and indicators of future work strengthened. Learn More

Architects Foundation scholarships open through January 15!

Do you know any aspiring architects? Encourage them to apply for an Architects Foundation scholarship by January 15! Help us empower the next generation of architects by sharing this opportunity with your members. Apply Today

New 2020 AIA Firm Survey Report Available

The AIA Firm Survey Report is the only report that covers the full complexity of firms that power the architecture and design profession. This year, we’re making the new 2020 edition available for free.

With data from nearly 1,000 firms, this essential resource includes metrics to measure practice, evaluate performance, and set strategy. You’ll discover trends in firm billings and finances, construction sectors served, international work, and practice and technology, including:

• Why there is likely to be a significant increase in retrofits due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• How firms are using research to inform practice and R&D tax credits.

• The share of firms using BIM and energy modeling for billable projects and how much revenue comes from these projects.

• Construction contract value for buildings designed to meet or exceed resilience code minimum and/or a performance or sustainability standard such as LEED, WELL, or RELi.

• How diversity in the architecture profession compares to the national workforce.

See how your firm compares—get your free copy of the new AIA Firm Survey Report 2020 today.

News from National 11.16.20

Calling all students: 2021 CRIT Scholar Research Grant Program

AIAS and AIA are seeking applicants for the 2021 CRIT Scholar program. If selected as a CRIT Scholar, students receive a $1,000 grant towards their research along with a mentor. Proposals in various stages of research will be reviewed. Students should be AIAS members and applications are due November 30th, 2020. Learn More

Architects Foundation scholarships now open

Do you know any aspiring architects? Encourage them to apply for an Architects Foundation scholarship by January 15! Help us empower the next generation of architects by sharing this opportunity with your members. Apply Today

Best Practice: Marketing plans

Well-developed marketing plans and analyses help new architecture firms complete the most critical business task: getting work. This best practice includes a marketing plan outline and sample market analysis, which are beneficial to a firm’s success by identifying and analyzing a firm’s markets, capabilities, organizational structure, and more. Learn More