About AIA Montana

Shaping the Future of our profession for over 100 years

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about AIA Montana and the work that we do. Whether you are an architect, designer, student, or simply someone who cares about the built environment, we hope that you will find value in our organization and join us in our mission to promote excellence in architecture in Montana.

THe AIA Montana Vision

Fostering equitable and ecologically sound design through professional advocacy, community connection, and celebration of excellence in design.

AIA Montana exists to promote excellence in architecture, support our members, and serve as a resource for the community. We are a community of architects, designers, and allied professionals who are dedicated to advancing the profession of architecture and the quality of the built environment in Montana.

Our organization offers a range of programs and services to our members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and advocacy initiatives. We also provide resources and support to help architects in Montana excel in their practice and contribute to their communities.

Through our work, AIA Montana seeks to elevate the profile of architecture in Montana and demonstrate the value that architecture can bring to our communities. We believe that architecture has the power to create positive change, and we are committed to supporting the architects and designers who make that change possible.

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Mission

Our Mission

To responsibly advance social equity, environmental stewardship, and expertise in architectural design through professional development, legislative representation, and our positive impact on Montana’s diverse communities.

Our Vision

Fostering equitable and ecologically sound design through professional advocacy, community connection, and celebration of excellence in design.

Our Core Values

Advocacy

AIA Montana believes values-based advocacy is a responsibility of our organization and critical to the integrity of our profession as architects. We aspire to high ethical and professional standards and strive to act as the unified voice of our membership regarding the regulation, licensing, and legislation that governs our profession. AIA Montana embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion both within our organization and the communities we serve.

AIA Montana fosters mentorship and collegiality within our organization, believing it is our duty as architects to actively nurture collaboration in order to contribute to community health, welfare, and safety. We see opportunity in ingenuity and support the process of innovation and discovery shared by architects as our collective careers continue to grow and evolve. AIA Montana members strive to have a generational impact on Montana communities through the built environment, actively engaging communities to create meaningful and positive change through design.

Connection

Excellence

The diligent pursuit of excellence is a cornerstone of AIA Montana, and we strive to embody this standard through embracing high professional and educational standards. We actively acknowledge and honor great work, celebrating design excellence that integrates environmental performance and social equity. We recognize the fluid, transitory nature of our profession and the adaptation necessary to meet the challenges of our changing world, supporting the transformative evolution of hands-on problem solving thereby encouraging exceptional design in architecture.

What we do

Advocacy

AIA Montana advocates for architects in the state, representing their interests and promoting the value of design to the public.

training opportunities

AIA Montana provides training opportunities for architects to develop their skills and stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends.

Education

AIA Montana offers continuing education opportunities to help architects meet their professional development requirements and maintain their licenses.

career advancement

AIA Montana supports career advancement for architects through networking events, job postings, and professional development opportunities.

Design awards

AIA Montana hosts an annual design awards program to recognize outstanding architecture and design in the state.

mentorship

AIA Montana offers mentorship opportunities for architects to connect with experienced professionals and reach their highest potential.

AIA National

Founded in 1857, AIA has grown to more than 96,000 members across the globe. Today AIA serves members around the world with a wide range of resources, programs, and opportunities that further the profession of Architecture. 

Connect With AIA Montana

If you have any inquiries or feedback regarding AIA Montana, we encourage you to get in touch with us. We appreciate your interest in our organization.