General Information

Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of America's architects. Join AIA and you'll be instantly connected to the largest, most influential network of architecture professionals. That's more than 94,000 members tackling society's most urgent issues, like climate change and inequities in the built environment.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the voice of the architectural profession. 

We advocate for the value of architecture and give architects the resources they need to do their best work. Our work drives positive change through the power of design.

You'll join a community committed to advancing best practices in architecture while promoting climate action and racial and gender equity in our industry and beyond. Raise your voice and design a better world with the AIA community.

Membership Categories

Whether you are an Architect, gaining experience or on an alternative path, you are invited to join The American Institute of Architects in one of these categories:

Architect Member (AIA)

Architect membership is open to architects licensed in the U.S. Learn more...

Associate Member (Assoc. AIA)

Associate membership is open to those who have a professional degree in architecture, work under the supervision of an architect, are enrolled in AXP, or are a faculty member in a university architecture program. Learn more...

Take advantage of complimentary membership for recent graduates. Click here for details.

As the emerging leaders for the profession, associate members are encouraged to join AIA to expand your network and knowledge about the practice of architecture.

International Associate Architect Member (Int'l Assoc. AIA)

International Associate membership is open to individuals who have an architecture license or equivalent from a non-US licensing authority regardless of their current location. Individuals who have a license from a US-authority are not eligible for the International Associate membership. Learn more...

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AIA, Emeritus AIA & Assoc. AIA members - Renew Online Today!

Renew Online Today! at the AIA National website. The American Institute of Architects would not be where it is today without its valuable members—and that includes you! AIA is here to support your career, enhance your practice, and advance the architecture profession. Renew your membership and stay connected to everything AIA has to offer. And let’s keep designing a better world, together.

Lapsed Members

Is your membership lapsed? (Former) AIA members who did not renew their membership by end of membership cycle are now lapsed. If you are a past member, please consider reinstating your membership and rejoining our chapter. 

Additional Information

Please reach us via email  aiaqueenschapter@gmail.com or call 347-946-2427

Membership Benefits

Local Benefits for AIA and Associate AIA Members

All Members who reside and/or work in Queens are eligible to belong to AIA Queens as their local AIA Chapter. In addition to the National and State regional benefits, local benefits for AIA Queens members include:

  • Web Listing Highlighting Your Firm–for Qualified AIA Queens Architectural Firms. If you are an AIA member and hold the title of principal, partner, firm owner, sole proprietor or managing director of an architectural firm, your firm also qualifies for an enhanced firm directory listing. 

  • Up to date information and connections to key design-related sites via our new website. Our Chapter website includes members-only section with quick links to check your AIA CES transcripts.

  • Continuing Education Opportunities. Our chapter offers learning events throughout the year. See upcoming events on the Events page.