Established in 1857, AIA New York is the oldest and largest chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), serving as the collective voice of nearly 5,000 licensed architects, allied professionals, students, and design enthusiasts in New York City.

The Center for Architecture, inaugurated in 2003 as the AIA’s first-ever cultural institution, engages local and international audiences with the value, impact, and wonder of architecture. Together, we advance the value and practice of architecture to promote just and sustainable communities.

Both AIA New York and the Center for Architecture advocate for the importance of design in enhancing urban life, fostering engagement among architects, professionals, and the public. We prioritize values such as civic engagement, equity, environmental sustainability, resiliency, technological innovation, and inspiring design.

AIA New York offers lectures and continuing education courses, numerous award programs, mentorship and professional development resources, 27 issue-specific Program Committees, newsletters and social media, and a quarterly print magazine, Oculus.

With more than 100,000 global members, AIA is the largest design organization in the world. Each AIA New York member is also a member of AIA New York State. Learn more about AIA by visiting aia.org.