Building on a Strong Foundation: A Letter from the AF President

January 09, 2025

Throughout history, architects have employed the octagon as a geometric symbol of transition, renewal, and rebirth. As we move forward in 2025, I’m excited to begin my term as president of the Architects Foundation. To prepare for the year, our Board of Directors and staff gathered for a leadership retreat. We conducted a review of … Continue reading Building on a Strong Foundation: A Letter from the AF President →

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2025 Scholarship Applications Open Nov. 8!

November 06, 2024

WASHINGTON — ­The Architects Foundation, the philanthropic partner of The American Institute of Architects (AIA), is accepting applications through January 10, 2025, for three  awards for architecture students and emerging professionals. Diversity Advancement Scholarship This multiyear scholarship supports high school and undergraduate minority students who are entering, enrolled in, or transferring into an architecture program … Continue reading 2025 Scholarship Applications Open Nov. 8! →

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Architects Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

September 27, 2024

Washington — The Architects Foundation today announced the recipients for three of its scholarship programs that support future leaders of the profession in equity, diversity, and sustainability. The Architects Foundation is continuing to support the future of the architecture profession by recognizing and supporting scholars through an ever-expanding scholarship and grant program offering. Names listed … Continue reading Architects Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients →

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Architects Foundation Announces Leadership Change, Honors Marci Reed for Seven Years of Exceptional Service

September 18, 2024

WASHINGTON – September 18, 2024 – The Architects Foundation, the philanthropic partner of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), is embarking on a promising new era with a strategic shift in focus and the search for a new Executive Director.  This transition comes as the Foundation aims to strengthen its impact on the architectural profession … Continue reading Architects Foundation Announces Leadership Change, Honors Marci Reed for Seven Years of Exceptional Service →

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Heller Brings Contemporary Style to The Octagon

July 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Since the company began in 1971, Heller has worked with a select group of the world’s top designers to bring striking and high-quality design to market. Now, Heller is thrilled to announce a partnership with The Architects Foundation to create a powerful exhibition at The Octagon, a National Historic Landmark deeply rooted … Continue reading Heller Brings Contemporary Style to The Octagon →

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