AIA San Francisco Honors & Awards
Design Awards
Honors transformative achievements in architecture, interior design, and unbuilt work.
Leadership Awards
Honors individuals, firms, and organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership and contribute significantly to the architecture and design community.
Scholarships
AIA San Francisco is advancing tomorrow's design leaders through a partnership with universities and colleges, including California College for the Art, University of California, Berkeley College of Environmental Design, and City College of San Francisco, to offer scholarships to students annually.
College of Fellows
Fellowship is AIA's highest membership honor, recognizing architects who have made exceptional contributions to architecture, the profession, and society. Fewer than 3% of AIA members are elevated to the College of Fellows. Each year, AIA San Francisco's Fellowship Nominating Committee supports local candidates through the Fellowship nomination process and provides guidance to strengthen submissions to AIA National.
2026 Submission Period: June 25 - October 1, 2026
Associates Award
Recognizes exceptional Associate AIA member leaders who have made significant contributions to their community, organization, and/or industry.
2026 Submission Period: -
Community Alliance Awards
The Community Alliance Awards, hosted by the Center for Architecture + Design, recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses that uplift the Bay Area through design, advocacy, and community engagement. These awards honor those whose leadership, collaboration, and innovation enhance the region’s built environment and cultural vitality.
Young Architect Award
Emerging talent deserves recognition. The Young Architect Award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the architecture profession early in their careers.Explore information on AIA member eligibility, award criteria, submission schedule, submission resources, and past winners of the AIA Young Architects Award.
2026 Submission Period: -
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