Did You Know?
The AIA Home Page ~ Find out about The American Institute of Architects and The American Architectural Foundation.
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada ~ Information about the institute, its publications, exhibitions, committees, research, and more.
The Construction Specifications Institute ~ History, membership categories, and code of ethics.
US Green Building Council ~ Sustainable design minimizes hazardous environmental conditions and reduces energy usage. Building components are used more efficiently and are often renewable. DNA has embraced sustainable design as a mandatory of the future. LEED accredited professionals are on the DNA staff to help you.
Society of Architectural Historians ~ Includes a growing section on resources for architectural historians.
National Building Museum ~ Educational programs, events and exhibitions from "the only institution in the United States dedicated to American achievements in architecture, construction, engineering and design."
International Archive of Women in Architecture ~ A guide to this collection at Virginia Tech which focuses on women who practiced architecture before the 1950's.
NCIDQ ~ Learn more about interior design certification
NAAB ~ National Architecture Accrediting Board
ADA ~ U.S. Department of Justice Americans With Disabilities Act
Energy Star ~ A government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.