AIA California
Architecture and PlanningCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
AIA California, based in Sacramento, operates as the California chapter of the American Institute of Architects and serves as a professional association for architects and related design professionals. Its membership includes licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners, totaling more than 11,000 individuals. The organization aims to advance professional value and contribute to the quality of the built environment within the architecture and planning field. In March 2026, AIA California Council launched The Pavilion, a members-only online space designed to foster community, facilitate information exchange, and host program resources and registration for California programs. It also announced the 2025–2026 Architecture at Zero design competition, a platform open to students and professionals worldwide and emphasizing decarbonization, equity, and resilience. In April 2026, the organization announced a collaboration with Redwood Energy to develop an ADU Electrical Service and Feeder Load Calculator, a tool aimed at addressing electrical access and usage considerations across different panels and utility requirements.