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AIA (national)Member services; job openings and resumes; calendar of conferences and events; honors and awards announcements; links to Dodge Reports; election and business meeting information; news; continuing education information and transcripts; online learning opportunities; professional interest areas; Architect Finder database; membership information; books, CD-ROMs and videos at the Learning Source; online ideas exchange with fellow members.
The American Institute of Architects will be celebrating its sesquicentennial in 2007. Read about its 150 years of service to the profession and the nation as well as events to celebrate this anniversary.
| AIA IllinoisInformation on the state council, including licensure, architecture firm registration (required!), events, and its six local chapters; links to related Web sites, including the Illinois Department of Public Health's Permit Review Task Force.
| AIA TrustA clearinghouse for financial and insurance services provided to AIA members, including health insurance, disability, life, retirement, business owners protection, mortgage and auto insurance; small firm professional liability program.
| American Arbitration AssociationA comprehensive site for up-to-the-minute information about mediation, arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution; information on education and training resources, events and publications. | American Architectural FoundationInformation on grants and scholarship opportunities; comprehensive overview of education programs and resources; links to the Mayor's Institute on City Design and the Octagon Museum.
| American Consulting Engineers CouncilInformation on upcoming events, membership, business resources, legislation and educational programs; member firm database.
| American National Standards InstituteThe private, non-profit membership organization that facilitates voluntary consensus standards and conformity assessment systems; information on the ANSI Federation and the latest national and international standards-related activities. | American Planning AssociationAccess to periodicals, newsletters and research articles; career opportunities; consultants database; AICP certification exam information; news; membership directory; programs and services.
| American Society of Architectural IllustratorsDirectory of architectural renderers; online newsletter; membership information; annual convention dates; Architecture in Perspective. | American Society of Civil EngineersConferences, continuing education and other professional activities for civil engineers.
| American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning EngineersLinks to chapters throughout the world; news; directory of providers of services and equipment; technical resources including bookstore and industry directory; activities, meetings and information on technical committees and continuing education.
| American Society of Interior DesignersContinuing education; government affairs; events; membership information; members-only services, message board and live discussion groups; designer referral service; awards. | American Society of Landscape ArchitectsNews; annual awards call for entries; access to software and books; LARE exam review courses; ASLA CADdetails; member firms; career opportunities; continuing education information; annual meeting and expo information. | American Society of Mechanical EngineersCodes and standards; catalog center; forums; e-zines and a monthly online newspaper.
| American Subcontractors AssociationThe professional construction subcontractor's online portal to advocacy, leadership, ASA Chapters, networking and education. | Arquitectos - The Society of Hispanic Professional ArchitectsThe Society of Hispanic Professional Architects
Information on events, opportunities, related links, the history of Arquitectos.
| Associated General Contractors of AmericaAn organization that promotes the hiring of qualified general contractors and the use of the latest technology; Web site advocates building the best quality projects for public and private owners. | Association for Preservation TechnologyA multidisciplinary organization dedicated to advancing the application of technology to the conservation of the built environment; site offers access to an international network, up-to-date historic preservation technology, and technical publications.
| Building Owners and Managers Association InternationalForum for real estate industry professionals; access to comprehensive industry research and office building performance data; events; publications, products and services, including the Standard Method of Measuring Floor Area in Office Buildings.
| Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildingsa not-for-profit organization, founded to investigate problems or enhancements, support research and disseminate information for economic design, construction, operation and rehabilitation of high rise buildings. | Chicago Society of Architectural HistoriansSite provides a comprehensive calendar of local events, exhibits, tours and lectures. | Chicago Women in ArchitectureForum for women in architecture and related professions; information on events, committees to join, career guidance and job listings.
| Construction Management Association of AmericaSite offers a searchable database of construction managers; Professional Practice Corner with suggestions for how to make your project run better; online discussion forums; national conference registration; information on CM certification.
| Construction Specifications InstituteTechnical information and products; details on certification, individual chapters, and publications; database of certified professionals; events, exhibits, educational programs (earn LUs) and tours. | Council on Tall Buildings and the Urban HabitatAn international non-profit organization sponsored by architectural, engineering, planning, and construction professionals, established to facilitate professional exchanges among those involved in all aspects of the planning, design, construction and operation of tall buildings and the urban habitat.
| Design-Build Institute of AmericaCourse offerings and upcoming conferences nationwide; past issues of newsletter; membership directory; news; membership information and publications. | International Code CouncilThe International Code Council was established in 1994 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive and coordinated national model construction codes. ICC offers design professionals seminars that assist in maintaining licensure. | International Interior Design AssociationNetworking and educational opportunities; trade shows and events; competition entry forms and Images of work; list of conferences and educational events; legislative news; membership information; publications for review and purchase; bulletin board. | National Organization of Minority ArchitectsInformation on events and local chapters; job listings; competitions; related links; the history of the organization. | National Society of Professional EngineersWeb site promotes engineering licensure and ethics, advocates and protects PE's legal rights and promotes the profession; database of published A/E legal questions and answers.
| Preservation DirectoryAn online resource for historic preservation, building restoration and cultural resource management in the United States and Canada. | Society for Design AdministrationAdvances and promotes educational and professional standards of design firm administrative personnel; networking opportunities; continuing education; certification, career support and employment opportunities; information on national events, local chapters, papers and publications. | Society for Marketing Professional ServicesRepresents professional marketers who work in the A/E/C industry; job postings; national marketing conference and certification exam; Foundation's Research Project; annual Marketing Communications Awards Program winners; upcoming chapter events across the nation; online continuing education.
| Society of Architectural HistoriansSite serving scholars, professionals in allied fields and the general public; information on forums, publications, study tours of significant buildings and sites; membership and journal subscription information; local chapters, related organizations and activities; annual meeting information; dissertations underway. | Structural Engineers Association InternationalThe best source of information for structural engineers; industry and profession-related announcements and press releases; email archive and chat room; links to local and worldwide chapters; job forum. | Structural Engineers Association of IllinoisSite contains features of interest to structural engineers in Chicago, including news bulletins, links and a calendar of events.
| The Society of Hispanic Professional ArchitectsInformation on events, opportunities, related links, the history of Arquitectos. |
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42/40 Architecture A. Epstein & Sons International/ISI A2F Associates, Inc. AHG Structural Engineering Alberts Associates, Inc. Alper & Alper Anderson & Oh Anderson/Miller, Ltd. APEX Project Management, Ltd. Archi/Build Group, Inc. Archideas Inc. Architectureisfun - Peter J. Exley Architect Architrave, Ltd. Arcline Associates Inc. Area Design Arlene Warda Architect Arzoumanian & Company, Inc. Atul Karkhanis Architects Ltd. Aumiller Youngquist, PC Austin AECOM Avatar Architects Limited Axios Architects and Consultants, Ltd Bailey Edward Design Balsamo Olson and Lewis Baltis Architects Fred Bamesberger, AIA Bauhs Dring Seglin Main, Ltd. Becker Architects Ltd. Behles + Behles Benedetto and Associates Booth Hansen Associates Bradley Architects Brim Consulting Ltd. Architects Brinckerhoff & Associates Brininstool + Lynch Tom Brock, Architect P.C. Brubaker Architects BSA Life Structures Built Form Architecture Burns & Beyerl Architects Inc. Cannon Design Carl R. Klimek & Associates Cashman Stahler Group Inc. Cone Kalb Wonderlick Constantine D. Vasilios and Associates Coyne + Associates Architects Crandall Ritzu Architects Criezis Architects Inc. Criterium-Collins Architects & Engineers David Crosby Architects Cubellis MGDF Daniel P. Coffey & Associates Ltd. David Fleener Architects, Inc. David Swan/Architect David Woodhouse Architects David Zeunert & Associates, Inc. Davis Associates DePree Bickford Associates Design Organization, Inc. Design Studio 24 DesignBridge Ltd. DeStefano and Partners Direct Design Ltd. Dirk Denison Architects DMA Architects NorthStar Studio Dobrin + Associates Ltd. Doyle & Associates Eastlake Studio Echo Studio Eckenhoff Saunders Architects Eifler & Associates The Ethos Workshop, Ltd. F.A.DESIGN Facilities Design Group Farr Associates Architecture | Planning | Preservation Featherstone Consulting Inc. Fitzgerald Earles Architects, Inc. Florian Architects Foster Dale Architects, Inc. Fraerman Associates Architecture Frederick Phillips and Associates Frye Gillan Molinaro Architects, Ltd. Full Circle Architects, LLC Funke Architects Garapolo/Maynard Architects Scott J. Garland Consultants, PC Garofalo Architects Gary B. Phillips Associates Inc. Gary Lee Partners Gastinger Walker Harden Architects Gensler The Gettys Group Gibbons, Fortman & Associates Gilbert Kaeding Gilfillan Callahan Architects Goettsch Partners Goldberg Downey Architects, Ltd. Graham, Anderson, Probst and White Greeley+Hansen Architects GreenAssociates Architects Inc. Greene & Proppe Design, Inc. Gregory H. Jenkins Architect Gregory Maire, Architect, Ltd. Griskelis Young Harrel W. Steven Gross / AIA Groundwork, Ltd. Grund & Riesterer Architects Inc. Grunsfeld Shafer Architects Hackley & Associates Architects, Inc. Hammond Beeby Rupert Ainge Han Archibald Design Inc. Harley Ellis Devereaux Harold Forrest Dietrich Architects LLC Hartshorne + Plunkard, Ltd. Hasbrouck Peterson Zimoch Sirirattumrong HDR Architecture Inc. Heitzman Architects Hezner Thomas Hickey & Associates Hirsch Associates LLC HOH Architects, Inc.
| Holabird & Root LLP Horvath Reich CDC, Inc. Hutter Architects, Ltd. ICL Interior Architecture IDEA Design/Build Ilekis Associates Interwork Architects, Inc. Jaffe Architectural Group, Ltd. James D. Summers, Architect James B. Bayley Architect JMH Architects, Inc. John Ronan Architect Johnson & Lee Architects/Planners Johnson Lasky Architects John Joyce Architects, Inc. Kathryn Quinn Architects The Keating Group, P.C. Architecture Kirkegaard Associates Knauer Incorporated Kristine Fallon Associates Krueck and Sexton Architects Kuklinski + Rappe Architects Kurzman Architecture, LLC Lake Effect Architects Inc. Landon Bone Baker LCM Architects LLC Legat Architects Lichten Craig Lisec & Biederman Loebl Schlossman & Hackl Loewenberg & Associates Inc. Lohan Anderson, LLC Lorenz Virtual Studio. Inc. Lucien Lagrange and Associates mac D+A Manske Dieckmann Thompson Mark Elmore Associates Architects Massey Hoffman Architects Matthei & Colin Associates McBride Kelley Baurer McGuire Igleski & Associates Mekus Studios Ltd. Moretta & Sheehy Morgante Wilson Architects Morris Architects/Planners Moyer Associates Inc. MRSA Architects and Planners Muller & Muller P.C. Ltd. Murphy/Jahn Myefski Cook Architects Inc. Nathan Kipnis Architects Nagle Hartray Danker Kagan McKay Penney Nakawatase, Wyns and Associates, Inc. Neri Companies, Inc. Nicholas Clark Architects, Ltd. Northlight Architects Oculus Architecture Optima, Inc. Orange Architecture, PC Otis Koglin Wilson Architects OWP&P James Papoutsis Architect Pappageorge/Haymes Ltd. PARACHIN Design Studios, Ltd. Patrick Architectural Division of Patrick Engineering, Inc. Paul Berger & Associates Perkins & Will Perkins Eastman Petersen Aluminum PFB Architects, LLC PG Architecture Piekarz Associates Powell/Kleinschmidt PPKS Primera Chicago Prosi Design, Inc. Qua'Virarch Ragnar Benson, Inc. Randall Architects Randall Bees Architects, Inc. Renner Design Associates Richard Knorr International Richard Preves & Associates, PC Robert C. Vagnieres Jr. & Associates Robert Neylan Architects, Ltd. Rockwell Associates Ross Architecture Ross Barney Architects Roula Associates Architects, Chtd. RTKL Rudolph Architects Ruggles Architecture, PC Sarfatty Associates Ltd. SAS Architects & Planners Schroeder Murchie Niemiec Gazda-Auskalnis Architects Searl Lamaster Howe Architects Sente Rubel Bosman Lee Architects Serena Sturm Architects sheridanarchitecture Skidmore Owings & Merrill Skiffington Architects Ltd. SmithGroup Solomon Cordwell Buenz & Associates Inc. Sonoc Architects & Associates Jonathan Splitt Architects, Ltd. Square Root Architecture + Design Stephen Rankin Associates STR Partners Ltd. Stuart Cohen & Julie Hacker Architects Stuart D. Shayman Associates Studio Talo Architecture Studio/Gang Architects studioCJF Swanson + Donahue Architects, Inc. Teng & Associates The Code Group The Pickus Companies Tigerman McCurry Architects Tilton Kelly + Bell LLC TKA + Partners, Ltd. Torchia Associates Tria Architecture, Inc. Turley Architects Urban Works Ltd. Valerio Dewalt Train Associates Vinci/Hamp Architects Inc. VOA von Weise Associates Waechter Architects, LLC Weese Langley Weese Architects Ltd. Weiss Architects LLC Wexler/Kollman PC Ltd. Wheeler Kearns Architects Whitney Architect Inc. Wilkinson Blender Architecture Witmer and Associates Wolbrink Architects Chartered Worn Jerabek Architects, PC Wright Heerema | Architects Yas Architecture Youngman & Company, Inc. Zoka Zola
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AIA CompetitionsSchedules and eligibility and submission criteria for the honors and awards programs. | AIA LibraryAIA members can browse resources and borrow up to 10 books for 28 days. Books are shipped free; members are responsible for return postage. | Chicago Metropolitan Infobase ProjectA Web-based system for indexing, storing, retrieving, comparing, and analyzing Images to enhance knowledge about the built environment in the Chicago region; wide variety of Images including a Geographic Information System (GIS) interface. | Design IntelligenceThe Design Futures Council's monthly "Report on the Future" and the repository of timely articles, original research, and industry news. | Electronic Blue Book of Building and ConstructionOnline version of the industry's leading source for regional construction information; more than 800,000 listings and 46,000 display ads; company profiles and Web links. | Fair Housing Accessibility FIRSTFair Housing Accessibility FIRST is an initiative designed to promote compliance with the Fair Housing Act's design and construction requirements. This program and its Web site, sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, have numerous valuable resources, from FAQs and manuals to the toll-free number for the Design & Construction Resource Center. | FWDodge.comA searchable database of over 500,000 construction projects nationwide. Bid alert services, digital blueprints, detailed projects specifications, bid tracking. | Government Services AdministrationOne-stop Web site for up-to-date information on the GSA, the agency that provides all other federal agencies with workspaces, products, and services. | Great Lakes ADA CenterNewly posted articles from the Great Lakes ADA news service; Distance Learning Program; links to slide presentations, chat rooms and a referral network; access to the Great Lakes Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center providing assistance and training to businesses and individuals with disabilities. | McGraw-Hill Companies' Information GroupPortal to McGraw-Hill's family of Web sites, includes interactive online cost estimating and project collaboration. | Merchandise MartDescriptions of and links to trade shows (including NeoCon), related properties, popular consumer events, and exhibitor information. | ProfileA national directory of architecture firms. | R.S. MeansSite of North America's leading supplier of up-to-date, accurate construction cost information, electronic cost databases and software, construction estimating and facilities management seminars, reference books and consulting services; online construction dictionary. | Stoneinfo.comResource of stone suppliers from around the world; technical center; companies and products. | Sweets.comOver 16,000 searchable pages of industry and product information, specs and drawings on over 25,00 building products and built-in RFQ/RFP functions. | Technical Preservation Services for Historic BuildingsHelps homeowners, preservation professionals, organizations and government agencies preserve and protect this nation's heritage by providing guidance publications, videos and this Web site on preserving, restoring and rehabilitating historic buildings; links to related programs and national organizations; information on grants and tax credits. | U.S. Green Building Council (Chicago Chapter)Site contains information on events, calls for papers and speakers, and other information relevant to green building in Chicago. |
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Department of BuildingsInformation on building inspections; homeowners assistance and community programs; links to architects and developers practicing in Chicago. | Department of Procurement ServicesPurchasing, a category of the City of Chicago Web site, provides a guide to doing business in Chicago, MBE/WBE Certification and bid/proposal information; access to a contract award listing and MBE/WBE directory. | Landmarks DivisionChicago Landmarks, a division of the City of Chicago Department of Planning Web site, is the source for "clickable" maps, a listing of specific Landmark buildings and status information, online tours of Chicago's Landmarks and facts about the architects who have contributed to Chicago's architectural history. | Public Building CommissionResponsible for building and renovating hundreds of schools, libraries, parks, police stations and other facilities. |
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Capital Development BoardFor architects, engineers and contractors looking to work with the State's construction management agency; latest news; job postings; staff directory; online publications and business forms; information about the school construction program and the Art in Architecture program; CDB payment inquiries | Division of Professional RegulationWeb site offers ability to file a complaint, check an architect’s license, learn about the licensing process and mandatory continuing education, and review recent disciplinary reports; news releases; professional information. | First Stop Business Information CenterAssistance for those starting or expanding a business in Illinois; searchable database; profiles on requirements for businesses; information on the latest proposed state and federal regulations and legislation; state demographic, market and census information. | Historic Preservation AgencyIncludes the Preservation Services Division that processes National Register nominations, publishes technical information briefs, and reviews projects for compliance with federal and state regulations. |
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Examination ApplicationExamination applications are available online from the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations. | Department of Financial and Professional RegulationWeb site offers ability to file a complaint, check an architect's license, learn about the licensing process, and review recent disciplinary reports; news releases and professional information. | National Council of Architectural Registration BoardsInformation on licensure and reciprocity; Intern Development Program (IDP), free practice program software for the Architect Registration Exam (ARE); NCARB certification and continuing education; contacts; news. |
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ArchitectCurrent articles on design and practice. | Architectural RecordVirtual reality walkthroughs of Record Houses and interviews with the architects; IT vendor guides with software links and reviews; green products guide (updated monthly) and issue discussion; awards program call for entries; career opportunities; CES credits online (access CES articles since 1996); events, subscriptions and shopping. | ArchitectureWeekElectronic newsletter with information and Images for architects, designers, and others who appreciate good buildings. | ArchNewsNow.comA daily newsletter about architecture, design and construction. | CompetitionsA clearinghouse for information, ideas and strategies on design competitions in architecture and landscape architecture; current (quarterly) magazine; reviews of past competitions and notices about upcoming competitions. | Design Build MagazineInformation on the industry's fastest-growing sector. | Designarchitecture.comElectronic journal of architecture and design; job postings | Engineering News RecordFeatures and breaking news for construction engineers. | Environmental Building NewsAn online newsletter about environmentally responsible design and construction. Includes feature articles, product reviews, and e-mail discussion groups. | Harvard Design MagazineHarvard Design Magazine provides critical explorations of key contemporary issues and practices related to the built environment. This large-format publication includes essays, portfolios, book reviews and debates. | Interiors & SourcesProfiles of industry players; in-depth trend analyses, specification guidelines and product reviews; links to design-related sites. | National Trust for Historic PreservationPrivate, non-profit organization fights to save historic buildings through education and advocacy; information on thousands of local community groups; preservation initiatives and programs in your state; online forum; news. | REjournals.comNews coverage of commercial real estate in the Midwest. A service of Illinois Real Estate Journal, Michigan Real Estate Journal and Minnesota Real Estate Journal. | www.metropolismag.comSpecial subscription offers; information on events and exhibits including the international contemporary furniture fair; access to the current issue and archives; Designmart. |
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ArcheworksFounded by Stanley Tigerman, FAIA and Eva Maddox, Archeworks' mission is to address social needs by developing and providing alternative design education solutions through a multi-disciplinary process | Architects Designers Planners for Social ResponsibilityOrganization's efforts are directed towards arms reduction, protection of the natural and built environment, and socially responsible development; Web site includes national news, an e-mail directory, the organization's history, and membership information | Art Institute of Chicago Architecture & Design SocietyA support group for the Museum's Department of Architecture; site includes information on current as well as previous lectures and events; exhibitions, collections and archives; programs; museum information. | Canadian Centre for ArchitectureA museum and study center devoted to international architecture; exhibitions and interpretations of the Museum's collections; programs, library and bookstore; extensive architecture on the Internet resource. | Chicago Architects Oral History ProjectAffiliated with the Art Institute of Chicago, the Oral History Project documents the life experiences of architects who shaped Chicago; narratives and interviews; master index of names and buildings mentioned in the interviews. | Chicago Architecture ClubA membership organization for architects and design professionals focusing on the political and economic decisions that impact design in Chicago. Sponsors of The Burnham Prize.
| Chicago Architecture FoundationOrganization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design; extensive information on CAF exhibitions, lectures, special events, tours, visiting Chicago; related sites and online gift shop.
| Chicago Historical Society's Charles F. Murphy Architectural Study CenterA major source for materials -- drawings, manuscripts, photographs and building fragments and firm archives -- documenting Chicago's rich history; information on exhibitions, collections, programs and events. | Council on Tall Buildings and the Urban HabitatReports on all aspects of the planning, design and construction of tall buildings; interdisciplinary membership, topical groups and committees, publications and conferences; database of over 8,000 projects. | Frank Lloyd Wright Building ConservancyAn organization of owners and managers of Frank Lloyd Wright properties; facilitates the preservation of structures designed by Wright; information and initiate advocacy; information on the annual conference; newsletter subscriptions. | Friends of DowntownA membership organization that works to influence planning and development decisions through public advocacy and debate. | Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine ArtsSupports a public dialogue concerning architecture and the built environment; Grant abstracts data; past and present award winners; networking resource for like-minded authors, publishers, and scholars; schedule of lectures and exhibitions at the Graham Foundation. | Historic Chicago Bungalow InitiativeSite provides overview, news and resources related to the City of Chicago’s comprehensive program to celebrate, conserve, and update historic bungalows. | Landmarks Illinois (Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois)A statewide preservation advocacy organization; news, current programs and calendar of events; online bookstore; preservation links. | Metropolitan Planning CouncilAccess to Chicago regional rental market analysis and other information on housing, transportation, regional and urban development; events; membership information; employment opportunities. | National Trust for Historic PreservationPrivate, non-profit organization fights to save historic buildings through education and advocacy; information on thousands of local community groups; preservation initiatives and programs in your state; online forum; news. | Pritzker Architecture PrizeCurrent information about the world's most prestigious architecture award and its Laureates, including announcements and a list of nominees; traveling exhibition. | Urban Land InstituteRelevant, current information about land use and real estate development; advance planning practice and policy; real estate trends; member forums; extensive planning bookstore; links to more than 1000 related Web sites. |
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Farnsworth HouseHistorical information on the house and its architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Site includes tour information as well. | Glessner HouseA meditation on the internationally known architectural treasure in Chicago, evoking its history; information on tours (including directions), Glessner House Museum exhibits, collections, programs and merchandise. | Historic Pullman FoundationIntended to bring the beauty and vision of the Historic Pullman District and its architecture to a wider audience; calendar of events, including lectures, and related news. | The Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation TrustInformation on both the architect's home and studio and Robie House; list of public programs, news and events, tours and times; volunteer and employment opportunities; press releases. |
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