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AIANH, the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, has over 300 members, including architects, associates, and professional affiliates. This site offers resources for AIA New Hampshire members and anyone seeking information about architects and their colleagues in the design and building profession in the State of New Hampshire.

Please explore this site to learn what architects do, how they do it, and how they improve the quality of life in your community.

Our Mission Statement: to illuminate the profession of architecture through advocacy, public outreach, education, fellowship, and recognition of design excellence.

About AIA:
Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of America's architects. Nationwide, over 83,000 licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners express their commitment to excellence in design and livability in our nation's buildings and communities. Members adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct that assures the client, the public, and colleagues of an AIA-member architect's dedication to the highest standards in professional practice.

Press Room:
Members of the press may view important information at this link.
New:
2010 Clinton Sheerr Award Bestowed on John Merkle AIA
2010 AIANH Excellence in Architecture Awards Announced
2010 AIANH Intern/Young Architect Design Competition
2010 Outstanding Service Award
NH Architecture Foundation Solicits Nominees for 2010 Merit Award
NH Architecture Foundation 2010 Scholarship Program

AIANH Resources:
AIANH offers a wide array of services to its members and the public including information on hiring and working with an architect.Our members work with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and neighborhoods.

Our initiatives and services include:
• An annual Excellence in Architecture awards program.
• A design competition for emerging professionals.
• An in-school design curriculum for fourth graders, NH Learning By Design.
• Online databases to search for an architect or to find associated building industry professionals.
• AIA contract document sales.
• Speakers for public events.
• A conference on Integrated Design/Integrated Development.
• Our AIA150 initiative: A New Hampshire Community Planning Model.
• Monthly meetings offering continuing education on design and practice issues.
• Monitoring legislative issues concerning the building industry.
• An on-call list for disaster assistance.


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