BSA/AIA

The Boston Society of Architects/AIA (BSA/AIA) is the eastern Massachusetts chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). We are New England's largest building industry association.

Established in 1867, the BSA/AIA is the second largest chapter of the AIA, with more than 4,500 members. The mission of the BSA/AIA is to improve the quality of life for residents in the Greater Boston-area by championing innovation in the built environment with particular emphasis on sustainability and social equity. We do this by producing a diverse array of programs and editorial content focused on keeping the profession strong, creating thought leadership, and providing a forum for conversation, discovery, and debate about design. Explore our professional programs to learn more about our membership at work.

The BSA/AIA is a non-profit membership organization, supported exclusively by annual membership dues. We connect our members to the profession by lifting up their efforts and aiding the advancement of their knowledge and skills through:

• Professional education and networking programs including conferences, workshops, and more than 40 active Knowledge Communities
• Advocacy for architects and architecture at the local, state, and national level
• Access to news, information, events to help our members advance their knowledge and their careers whether they are students all the way to FAIA.
• Opportunities to be recognized within the AEC industry for outstanding individual and firm accomplishments through awards shows and news features.
• Opportunities to share our design expertise with neighbors, allies, and partner

The BSA/AIA works closely with the BSA Foundation to bring the power of design to everyone.

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