
Arts - Architecture - Associations


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Ottawa Regional Society of Architects (ORSA)
- A regional organization of the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA). Committed to increasing public awareness of the social importance of architectural design.
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Cast Stone Institute
- The non-profit US trade association representing the architectural cast stone industry: manufacturers, associates, architects, engineers, and concrete technologists.
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Association for Computer Aided Design in Architecture
- Presents a gallery of winners of its competition, membership information, sign-up instructions for the member listserve and details for ordering publications.
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Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario
- Represents professionals in architectural design and construction management. Free download of the newsletter, information on events, trade shows and joining.
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Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland
- The representative body for professionally qualified architects in Ireland.
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New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors
- Professional association for those with careers in cost management of construction projects.
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Manitoba Association of Architects
- MAA is a self-governing professional association, mandated under legislation with regulation of the practice of architecture in the public interest and advancement of the profession.
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Society of American Registered Architects
- A professional organization for registered architects.
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Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
- The RAIC is a voluntary national association representing professional architects, and faculty and graduates of accredited Canadian Schools of Architecture.
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Atlantic Architects Initiative
- Consortium of architectural associations from New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and the Dalhousie Faculty of Architecture aimed at developing and promoting architecture in the Atlantic region.
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Royal Institute of British Architects USA
- Represents architects in the USA with professional links to the UK. Information on the California and New York chapters and on hiring an architect in the US.
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Architectural League of New York
- This non-profit organization shares its lecture, exhibition and program information.
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Council of Latin American Students of Architecture
- Nonprofit organization which organizes an annual gathering to discuss architectural and social issues. Executive board, program. English and Spanish versions.
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Rice Design Alliance
- Non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of architecture, urban design, and the built environment in the Houston region through educational programs.
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The Architectural Institute of British Columbia
- A self-governing body dedicated to excellence in the profession of architecture for the benefit of its membership, the environment and society.
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Society for Environmental Graphic Design
- For anyone working in 3-D graphics: includes jobs, design awards, project profiles, membership information and Members Area.
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Canadian Center for Architecture
- A museum and study centre devoted to international architecture.
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OBOA
- Ontario Building Officials Association.
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Ontario Association of Architects
- Dedicated to promoting and increasing the knowled ge, skill and proficiency of its members, and administering the Architects Act, in order that the public interest may be served and protected.
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Architects' Council of Europe
- Promotes architecture in Europe and fosters education. Contains a list of council members, bulletins and code of ethics. French and English site.
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American Academy of Architecture for Health
- Unofficial site of the American Institute of Architect's Professional Interest Area (PIA) for healthcare architecture. Contains information, publications and related links.
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Public Works and Government Service Canada
- Provides essential services, infrastructure and access for Canadians to their government.
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American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)
- Association of architecture students and educators. Features a job center, member and firm database, project portfolios, and school chapters.
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National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)
- Association of minority architects licensed to practice in the U.S. Includes professional and student chapter links, employment listings, and a referral service.
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Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Consulting Firms, Nepal
- Offers professional status to qualified members. Membership information, conference schedules and a directory of member firms.
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Portland Cement Association
- Aims to improve cement and concrete and its uses, and raise the quality of construction.
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American College of Healthcare Architects
- Credentialing body for healthcare architects in the United States.
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Congress of International Modern Architects
- Offers lectures, symposia, publications, etc. concerning the continuing Modern Movement that communicate and encourage principles of excellence in architecture.
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National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
- A non-profit federation of architectural licensing boards in the U.S. Features state registration requirements, Intern Development Program (IDP), Architect Registration Examination (ARE), certification, continuing education, and architect database.
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The Alberta Association of Architects
- A professional association responsible for the registration/licensing of Architects and Licensed Interior Designers and for the regulation of the practice of Architecture in the Province of Alberta, Canada.
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Atlas on Architecture of the Future
- Sponsored by the International Union of Architects, UIA 2002 invites all to communicate their visions and conceptions about the architecture and the town of tomorrow.
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The American Institute of Architects
- National professional association for architects. Includes career center, book store, continuing education, AIA chapters.
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New Glasgow Society
- This organization encourages interest in the history and new developments in building and architecture in Glasgow, Scotland.
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Bristol Society of Architects
- Bristol and Bath RIBA. Architecture links, local architects, architectural events in the United Kingdom.
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British Institute of Architectural Technologists (BIAT)
- Represents over 6500 professionals working and studying in the field of architectural technology in the UK and overseas. Maintains standards of professional competence.
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The Hecar Foundation
- Non profit organization in Mumbai, India seeks to educate the public about heritage, education, conservation, architecture, restoration and urban issues.
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Society of Iranian Architects and Planners
- A non-profit organization in Los Angeles that unites Iranian professionals in the fields of architecture, planning, interior design, and landscape architecture.
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The Royal Institute of British Architects
- Professional association of architects in the United Kingdom along with international members. News, exhibitions, online shopping, directories of architects, British Architectural Library.
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Architectural Association of Ireland
- Supplies information on current lectures and events in Ireland, documentation of recent awards recipients, quarterly publication Building Material, and links to related sites.
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The Manitoba Association of Landscape Architects
- One of nine provincial or regional component organizations of the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects.
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RIBA Colchester Chapter of Chartered Architects
- Includes list of Royal Institue of British Architects Registered Practices in the Colchester and District area, along with chapter news and events.
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United Architects of the Philippines Commission on Internal Affairs
- Describes this branch of UAP, including membership, chapters, committees, programs, awards, and announcements.
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School of the Building Arts, Inc.
- Information about the School of the Building Arts and the Old Charleston County Jail.
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New Zealand Institute of Architects
- Provides information on architects, projects, classes, architect selection, philosophies, book store, events, news and awards.
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Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
- Featuring architect listings, book shop, classes, news, events and competitions.
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International Union of Architects
- Organization of 92 professional architectural organizations worldwide. Member list, international calendar, competitions, journals, and museums.
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Chicago Architecture Club
- Provides forum for discussion and debate of topical architectural issues.
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Institute of Destination Architects & Designers
- Association of destination design and hydroscape/coastal design architects.
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The Hong Kong Institute of Architects
- A professional institution committed to promoting architecture and raising the standard of architecture in Hong Kong.
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Stroud Building Design Association
- Association of architects, engineers, surveyors and other building industry professionals working in and around Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK.
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ArchiwebSA
- The official site of the South African Institute of Architects, giving news, membership information and events.
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Association of Licensed Architects (ALA)
- International membership organization for architecture profession. Provides continuing education programs and magazine sent to members and Illinois-licensed architects.
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Construction Sciences Research Foundation
- An independent, not-for-profit construction industry research organization, responsible for the development and maintenance of Spectext master guide specifications. Board, research.
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Washington, D.C. Chapter - National Organization of Minority Architects
- Washingon DC Chapter of NOMA
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National Organization of Minority Architecture Students UIUC Chapter
- University of Illinois Chapter of NOMAS
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Ecclesiastical Architects and Surveyors Association
- EASA is a non-profit organisation in the UK which promotes good standards of design and repair of ecclesiastical buildings across all denominations.
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European Architecture Students Assembly
- EASA is a platform for exchange of ideas and knowledge for European students of architecture. Includes mission and web-logs.
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Organization of Women Architects and Design Professionals
- A support network for professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area involved in the environmental design fields. Newsletter and contacts.
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Me'marNashr Institute
- Iranian body aiming to disseminate thought and practice of architecture, urban design and construction. Activities, publications.
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RIBA Hampshire
- News, events, gallery of buildings, and information on architecture in Hampshire.
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The Pyramus and Thisbe Club
- Information and contact for architects, civil engineers and other related professions specialising in partywalls architecture in the UK.
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AIA Birmingham
- The Birmingham Chapter of the American Institute of Architects lists its executive committee, council and members.
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AIA Chicago
- The Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects introduces its location, staff and activities and lists events. Also gives information on selecting an architect.
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AIA Florida
- Involves members in a statewide effort to benefit the profession. News, career resources, continuing education, find a firm.
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AIA Fort Worth
- Distributor of AIA contract documents. Searchable architect directory and employment opportunities.
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AIA Houston
- The Houston Chapter of the American Institute of Architects offers features, calendar of activities and searchable database of firm profiles.
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Boston Society of Architects
- The largest chapter of the American Institute of Architects provides news and events, directory of members, and guides to its committees and publications, working with an architect, and education.
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AIA Monterey Bay
- The professional association for licensed architects in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties in California. Awards, bulletin, events, board of directors, members, classified ads and related links.
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AIA Santa Clara Valley Associates
- For members of the AIASCV without architect license. Provides information on taking (and passing) the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE). Includes job board.
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AIA Chesapeake Bay
- Represents architects in the Anne Arundel, Calvert, Caroline, Dorchester, Kent Queen Anne's, St. Mary's, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties of Maryland. Member information.
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AIA Potomac Valley
- Representing architects in Suburban Maryland. Design awards, links to websites of members, calendar of events, classified ads.
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AIA Dallas, Texas
- AIA Dallas is an association representing members of The American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Dallas, Texas. The site provides searchable database of architecture firms and members.
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AIA San Francisco
- Calendar of events. Employment postings. San Francisco architecture of interest. Chapter information. AIA contract documents. Resources for architects, clients, contractors, and consultants.
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AIA Central Washington State
- Calendar of chapter activities and links to other AIA sites in region.
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AIA Philadelphia
- Represents architects and related professionals within four southeastern Pennsylvania counties. Gallery, bookstore, news, architect finder, job opportunities.
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AIA Columbus
- OnLine contract documents, information about architecture and information about the Columbus Chapter itself.
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AIA Northern Virginia Chapter
- Information covering architectural referrals, events, awards, and education for this chapter.
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AIA Pasadena and Foothill
- This chapter of AIA provides a bulletin, calendar of events and information of the board of directors and membership, with related links.
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AIA Central Oklahoma
- Provides information on its aims and activities, directors and members, with related links.
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AIA Mid-Missouri
- Provide architectural news, events, help, and information to both those in the profession and those interested in finding an architect.
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American Institute of Architects: London
- The first international chapter of the institute.
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AIA Michigan
- Works to enhance the architect's position as the leader of the building team and designer of the built environment. Includes news, events, job board, award announcements.
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AIA Northwest Washington State
- Information about architecture, chapter directors and members, sub-web sites for all participating members, searchable architect database, online ordering for architect and AIA forms and numerous links.
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AIA Long Island Chapter Home Page
- The Long Island, New York Chapter of The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the local component of the national AIA, a professional organization for Architects.
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AIA Southwest Washington State
- Information about chapter activities and members, along with some AIA links.
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AIA Chattanooga
- Chattanooga, Tennessee area chapter of the American Institute of Architects. News, events, members.
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AIA Seattle
- Links to membership information, calendar of events, architect resource center, professional tools, local Architecture and history.
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AIA Northwest and Pacific Region
- Regional committee information, regional AIA links, issues of interest to regional architects, and list of regional directors.
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AIA Washington State Council
- Washington state government architectural issues and links, links to architecture related sites and to State AIA chapter sites.
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AIA Dayton
- Includes calendar, documents, classifieds, awards, young architects, links, sponsors and architrave newsletter that pertain to the Miami Valley.
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AIA Santa Fe
- Northern New Mexico chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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AIA Austin
- Austin, Texas area chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- National professional association of architects. Includes career center, book store, continuing education, AIA chapters.
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AIA Idaho Mountain Section
- Idaho Mountain area chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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AIA Arizona
- Arizona chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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Texas Society of Architects
- Including articles, awards, job listings, meetings, events and resources.
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Americian Institute of Architects - James River Chapter
- The Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia chapter of the Americian Institute of Architects providing chapter news, events of architectural interest, links, and information on finding an architect.
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AIA North Carolina
- American Institute of Architects NC chapter. Provides events calendar, news, local sections.
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AIA New Mexico
- The New Mexico Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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AIA Newark and Suburban
- Newark and Suburban New Jersey Architects Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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AIA Baltimore
- The Baltimore Chapter of The American Institute of Architects presents its board of directors, newsletter, directory of members and related links.
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AIA Northern Nevada
- This chapter of the American Institute of Architects offers a directory of members and AIA news.
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AIA Las Vegas
- The Las Vegas chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Mission, activities, calendar of events.
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AIA San Diego
- This chapter of the American Institute of Architects advises on choosing an architect, and gives information on the chapter, its lectures, programs and awards. Database of local architects.
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AIA Portland
- Non profit organization consisting of architects, interns and design professionals. Includes event schedule, member resources and a local architect directory.
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AIA Orange County
- This chapter of The American Institute of Architects offers a members directory and information on events and job opportunities.
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Bay Area Young Architects
- An AIA San Francisco committee which connects young architects, designers, and associates. News and events.
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AIA Vermont
- Vermont Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.