AIACBC Membership

How to Become a Member of the AIACBC

Go to the AIA Become a Member site. Be sure to list AIA Chesapeake Bay as your local chapter. To receive our latest meeting notices, please notify us at 410.268.3534 or cbcaia@aiachesapeakebay.org

To renew your membership, go to the AIA Renew Your Membership page.

As an Architect, Associate, or Emeritus member of AIA Chesapeake Bay, you will also be a part of AIA Maryland and AIA National.

If you are not qualified to be an Architect member or Associate Member, but are a professional in a practice related to Architecture, who has an established, worthy professional reputation, and an honorable standing in the Chapter territory, you can become a Professional Affiliate. Click here to learn more about the Affiliate Program...

Membership Benefits

The American Institute of architects (AIA) is the voice of the architecture profession, dedicated to serving its members, advancing their value, and improving the quality of the built environment. As AIA members, more than 75,000 licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in design express their commitment to excellence and livability in our nation's buildings and communities.

Membership in the AIA offers a vast pool of resources to help you compete in today's market and keeps you informed of critical professional issues that may challenge your success.

Benefits of Membership: The Local Connection

• Educational programs
  Local seminars and programs covering design, business and technical issues to develop your skills and keep you abreast of current trends, timely issues and products relevant to practice in the Chesapeake Bay region and beyond. Most of our programs allow you to obtain 1 or 2 of the Continuing Education Units required by the State of Maryland for licensure.
• Networking
  The chance to meet and share ideas with other local professionals at our chapter events.
• Professional contacts
  Directory and website listing of individual members and affiliates.
• Quality-Based Selection
  Promotion of Quality-Based Selection process to local jurisdictions and institutions.
• Professional Recognition
  Recognition and promotion of member excellence through the AIA Chesapeake Bay Design Awards Program.
• Advocacy
  Proactive legislative and regulatory activity at the local, state and national levels to protect the health, safety, and welfare of society.

Benefits of Membership: National Strength

• AIA.org Members Section
  Login to the Members Section on AIA.org. It is your gateway to information made available exclusively to the AIA member community.
• Educational programs
  at the national level including online education, PIA programs, and AIA National and state conventions, keep you informed with the latest information and CES program offerings.
• AIA eClassroom
  Fulfill your mandatory continuing education requirements and attend AIA's conventions and workshops--without leaving your office! eClassroom offers CES credits by taking a course at your convenience. You will have instant access to your CES transcripts, MCE requirements, CES forms, education program schedules, and a complete list of CES providers.
• eNewsletters
  Compiled by AIA professional interest areas (PIAs), these online newsletters feature news briefs, competition and event updates, and insights on emerging trends in the design profession.
• Knowledge Communities (also known as Professional Interest Areas or PIAs)
  These communities provide you with access to in-depth information, services, knowledge, and career needs for your particular areas of architectural practice.
• AIA Contract Documents
  You receive a deep discount on AIA Contract Documents, the industry standard offered in paper and electronic format. AIA members receive 30 percent off the price, as well as a special electronic user license.
• AIA Library & Archives
  Access the online catalog to request a loan of library books. Contact the Library & Archives for specialized research and customized slide shows through InfoCentral at 800-AIA-3837
• Career Center
  Nationwide job postings and resume listings are available at AIA's online Career Center.
• AIA Advantage
  Program offers you special benefit programs, savings, and discounts for your practice and your family.
• Publications and Resources
  These valuable resources include Architectural Record, AIArchitect, AIA Contract Documents, and a full range of print and electronic publications, are available to help you make your practice more successful.
• AIA Government Affairs
  Government at all levels can affect you, your livelihood, and how you practice architecture. Government Affairs fights for fair laws and regulations regarding the built environment, promotes design and construction industry leadership, and advocates the vital role architects play in creating livable communities. AIA Government Affairs activities provide a voice for the architectural professional that reaches Capitol Hill, your state legislature, and your city council.
• AIA Trust
  For every risk you take, the AIA Trust Web site offers members information about quality insurance, financial benefits, and more.
• American Architectural Foundation
  This organization works to improve the designed environment by fostering greater public awareness and public stewardship of America's architectural heritage.
• AIA Mentoring Program
  The American Institute of Architects (AIA) offers a series of mentoring tools to help you be an effective mentor as well as to find one. These programs are a collaborative effort of the AIA national Mentoring Task Group and numerous contributors from within and outside of the profession of architecture.
• AIA Media Relations Support Center
  This center is intended to be a robust tool to aid you in implementing effective media relations efforts in your local and regional market