Member Benefits

 Community 

Belong to a professional organization which boasts membership of nearly 400 of your colleagues in the Rochester area alone. Be part of our overall community—over 90,000 strong—that shares your passion for design.

 Use the AIA Designation 

Use the AIA designation after you name and get instant credibility with clients and employers. One of the benefits that comes with membership in the Institute is the right to use a suffix to the member’s name that includes the AIA’s initials.

 Exclusive member risk 

 management coverage 

Tap into specialized member benefit programs designed to help you manage your firm, your life, and your future— through the AIA Trust.

 Member Discounts 

 Use the AIA Logo 

Get exclusive discounts on products and services plus trade discounts to share with clients.

Get exclusive discounts on products and services plus trade discounts to share with clients.

 Free AIAU Courses 

Attend free AIAU continuing education classes for members.

 Advocacy 

Amplify our collective voice to make a difference on issues that impact our profession.

 AIA Firm Survey 

The AIA Firm Survey Report is the only report that covers the full complexity of firms that power the architecture and design profession. With data from nearly 1,000 firms, this resource includes metrics to measure practice, evaluate performance, and set strategy.

AIA Trust — Where Smart Architects Manage Risk. The AIA Trust is a free risk management resource, offering benefit programs and practice resources for AIA Members.

 National Conference 

Attend an annual national conference which addresses issues and concerns of architects everywhere - and provides access to most if not all of your yearly continuing education requirements.