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ALA is open to all architects and professions related to architecture. Our members hold individual memberships and specialize in all types of architecture. Some members are international leaders in the architecture profession while others have award-winning city and suburban practices. Others are building industry suppliers or allied professionals and leaders in their markets. Students and new graduates are encouraged to join to connect with architects who they can learn from. ALA values an open, collaborative culture, where we all help each other succeed by providing superior education, celebrating inspiring work and fostering personal connections. Please attend our programs, meet our members and consider joining.
President's Message
"ALA is affordable and we provide a great value to our members. We want to help them grow professionally and make them successful through real-world education and networking. The tools we offer, from firm management and marketing to practical education topics, contracts, awards, networking opportunities and Licensed Architect, ALA's quarterly magazine, give them the opportunity to invest in themselves and be more productive."
Jeff Budgell, President
Events
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20Mar
2018 IECC and COMCheck - Chicago
8:30 AM to 11:00 AM CDT
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2Apr
IL: Tour of Wrightwood 659 and Burwood Tap
3:00 PM to 5:30 PM CDT
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3Apr
New IAC Insights+Updates - Live in Downer's Grove
8:30 AM to 11:00 AM CDT
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3Apr
Webinar: New IAC - Insights + Updates
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CDT
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21Jun
Design Awards Declaration of Intent
11:45 PM to 11:45 PM CDT
Jobs
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Contracts
ALA's 17 short-form legal documents are understandable, concise, plainly written and free to members.
The ALA contracts are perfect for small to mid-size projects. Members say the contracts are awesome--worth the cost of membership.
Magazine
Licensed Architect is the quarterly publication of ALA. All members receive a copy as part of their membership. Each issue contains articles with useful information and a CE article with quiz to earn 1 learning unit. Read current and past issues.
Learn MoreEvents
ALA offers a number of continuing education programs to help members stay current on a variety of topics.
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News & Highlights
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ALA Announces Winners in 20th Annual Design Award Competition
412 N. Wells St., Chicago, Don Erickson Presidential Award and Gold Award Winner; designed by Andrew Myren and David Genc, Hirsch MPG, Chicago A building partially nestled under Chicago's “L” tracks, an iconic couture fashion house and a cancer pavilion with a holistic focus took top honors at the Association of Licensed Architects (ALA) 20th Annual Design Awards, which recognized projects for design and construction achievement.
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20th ALA Architectural Conference Features a Power-Packed Day of Education and Networking
Join us at the 20th annual ALA Midwest Architectural Conference on Oct. 2 at the Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Earn up to 7.5 in continuing education credits in one power-packed day of practical educational seminars, exhibits and networking opportunities.