In an era where AI can draft proposals, automate invoicing, and even generate design options, the question facing firm leaders isn’t who to hire; it’s whether to hire at all. Traditional staffing models are being challenged by automation, global talent marketplaces, and an urgent need for agility. At the same time, the human dimension of […]
The future of architecture is strengthened when firms actively engage students and emerging professionals early in their journey. Internships and meaningful exposure to practice play a critical role in developing talent, expanding access, and sustaining the profession. Access to internships and early professional experience remains uneven, shaped by geography, educational pathways, socioeconomic realities, and the […]
AIA CA will be hosting its annual dinner at the AIA Leadership Summit. This exciting rooftop setting brings California members together with AIA leaders to connect, collaborate, and trade ides that help your component thrive. This year, we are planning something special - getting out of the hotel to see the city! We’ve arranged for […]
For hundreds of years, architects who are Black or African American have faced persistent barriers: to entry into the profession, to advancement within firms, and to access to clients and leadership opportunities. Over time, AIA, often in partnership with NOMA, has launched multiple waves of initiatives aimed at expanding career pathways, increasing recognition, and reducing […]
Study Hub is AIA California's pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between […]
Most firms look at profitability as a bottom-line metric. They use this as a gauge to determine if the firm is financially healthy. However, every firm is composed of countless independent elements: employees, clients, projects, phases, consultants, and a myriad of expenses. What does a firm do when they aren’t achieving the profit margins they […]
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is an important part of supporting health and safety for multifamily dwelling units, and the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) establishes new Mandatory requirements for IAQ ventilation in multifamily buildings. Additional prescriptive standards now also apply to multifamily IAQ in support of energy […]
Study Hub is AIA California's pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between […]
According to the 2020 Census, 50.9% of the U.S. population was female, while the remaining 49.1% was male. This means that the female population made up 168.8 million people, while the male population made up 162.7 million. The 2020 Census also showed that the U.S. population reached 331,449,281 people. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) […]
Registration for this ZNCD webinar will close at 10am PT on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Registrants will receive their Zoom link no later than 10:30am PT the day of. Come learn about the relevant history of building electrification, from NYC rooftop solar in 1906 to Berlin balcony solar in 2026, from a gas ban that […]
Lessons for Students in Collaborative Project Delivery 03.25.2026 | 2:00 PM EDT | 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU This webinar is part of Architectural Record’s ongoing series designed for students and emerging professionals, offering insights from industry leaders to inspire the next generation of architects. Bringing architects, engineers, and contractors to the table during […]
Study Hub is AIA California’s pathway for emerging professionals to study and pursue licensure. These statewide ARE study sessions and virtual study groups serve as a hub for education, connection, and community. This portal does not replace other study materials or resources, rather it supplements them, serving as a network and allowing for collaboration between […]
