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AIA to create new resilience curriculum for architects

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced plans to implement a resilience curriculum for the professional development of architects by the beginning of 2017. The curriculum includes resilient design and decision-making on hazard mitigation, climate adaption, community resilience, policy and practice-focused resources on AIA.org, research, and training.

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AIA announces top 10 green projects of 2016

The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA’s) Committee on the Environment (COTE) selected 10 projects exemplifying sustainable architecture and ecological design. The ‘Top 10 Green Projects’ program celebrates buildings with an integrated approach to architecture, natural systems, and technology.

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So far, architecture billings experiencing upswing

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the Architectural Billings Index (ABI) for March was 51.9, which is up from 50.3 in February. ABI reflects consecutive months of increasing demand for design activity at architecture firms; the approximate nine-to 12-month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending.

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