About

Who We Are

The Boston Society for Architecture is made up of a Membership organization (BSA/AIA) and a charitable organization, The BSA Foundation.

As a 501(c)6 member-led association, the BSA/AIA is one of the oldest and largest chapters of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The BSA/AIA connects its members to the profession to strengthen the practice of architecture.

The 501(c)3 BSA Foundation is a community organization dedicated to improving lives for all in Greater Boston through design. The BSA Foundation connects the architecture profession to the community to benefit our shared built environment.

Our Mission

The Boston Society for Architecture (BSA) improves the quality of life for Boston-area residents by championing innovation in the built environment, by:

• Enabling architects to excel by offering education and networking opportunities, and advocating for the profession at local, state, and national levels.
• Catalyzing collaborative innovation to address equity and sustainability in the built environment.

Our Vision

Our vision is to solve critical equity and sustainability challenges related to the built environment.

We aim to realize this vision by activating our network of architects, engineers, developers, policymakers, community members—and new partners—to work together to design and test solutions to today’s most demanding problems. Our goal is to lift these solutions up as models that can be adopted locally, nationally, and internationally.

We believe that…

Systemic change requires deep partnerships. We curate ideas that activate our vast network to influence broader ecosystems.

Progress demands diverse perspectives. We embrace inclusivity, as everyone has a role to play to drive equitable outcomes in the built environment.

Climate and equity are connected. We understand that climate change impacts communities that are the least responsible and most vulnerable.

For true impact, we need action and audacity. We think big and take risks on innovative solutions alongside local communities and partners.

Transformative work is never done. We imagine and build desirable futures through continuous collaboration and experimentation with our network.

Get Involved

Visit our Get Involved page for details on the many ways you can join and support the BSA and our community.

• Do you work in the AEC industry? Consider becoming a BSA member.
• Concerned about equity and sustainability in our neighborhoods? Consider supporting our work with a financial donation, or the gift of your time.
• Looking for other involvement opportunities? Visit our Get Involved page for more!