Individuals who do not hold a degree in architecture but share a special interest in the built environment as a professional colleague or enthusiast.

Are you a designer? An Artist? An Engineer? A Contractor? Are you working in a field that is related to architecture? National Individual Allied Membership is designed for those individuals who do not qualify as AIA or Associate AIA members, however are employed outside the architectural practice and are involved in positions allied to the field of architecture.

National Allied Membership does not include membership at the state and local level. For information about local allied membership please contact your local chapter. Find local chapter now.

National Allied members who have the opportunity to share in all Institute resources, programs, services, and activities establishing relationships with architects that go beyond sales and specifications. These are some of the benefits offered to Allied individual members:

AIA.org Members Section
Exclusive area of the www.aia.org web site dedicated to the AIA member community.

The Octagon
National Allied members of the AIA also become "Friends Society" members of the Octagon. Purchased by the American Architectural Foundation, the octagon is the oldest museum in the United States that is devoted to architecture and design. As a "Friends Society" member, you support the stewardship of the building, the exhibition program, the collections, and public programming.

Knowledge Communities
Other wise known as the primary interest areas, National Allied members may join any one of the many Knowledge Communities. KC's provide access to in-depth information, services, knowledge, and career needs for your particular areas of architectural practice. Online eNewletters feature new briefs, competition and event updates, and insights on emerging trends in the design profession.

Educational Programs
Fulfill mandatory continuing education requirements and attend AIA's conventions and workshops--without leaving your office! AIA eclassroom offers coursed for CES credits that can be taken at your convenience. AIA members receive a discounted price. Not sure how many credits you have accumulated? Members can check their CES transcripts at any time.

AIA Contract Documents
Members receive a discount of approximately 30% when purchasing AIA Contract Documents software. AIA Contract Documents are recognized as the industry standard.

Publications and Resources
Membership includes a subscription to Architectural Record, a McGraw_Hill CONSTRUCTION publication, the magazine of the AIA. Members also receive the electronic publication AIArchitect, the weekly newsletter of the AIA which includes the institutes upcoming events.