The American Institute of Architects

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) knows how to raise the roof. The group represents the interests of over 90,000 professional architects through more than 300 chapters in every state in the US and in Asia, Europe, and South America. Members adhere to a code of ethics and the AIA disciplines members who break the rules with censure, admonition, suspension of membership, or permanent termination of membership. The organization's member benefits include educational programs, referrals, discounted contract documents, and job search assistance. It also lobbies government bodies on behalf of its members and provides media relations support.