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Background & History of the AIBD

Since 1950, the American Institute of Building Design has provided members with the resources they need to enhance performance and ensure continued growth and success. AIBD was initially formed in 1950 by a group of California designers as a means of improving design standards to the highest possible level and to promote credibility and public awareness. Many of our state societies have had independent organizations dating from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Now the nationally recognized association of professional building designers, AIBD represents members in 46 states and has 21 chartered state societies as well as a growing membership in Canada and internationally.

Because of interest and expertise as well as individual state statutes, most AIBD members specialize in custom residential and light commercial projects. Our members are required to comply with state statutes and to follow the guidelines established by regional building codes. Our membership is recognized and supported by various state Home Builder associations, and we have been recognized and authorized to certify plans and specifications by the Farmers Home Administration. Many of our members are also approved to certify plans for the Federal Housing Administration and the Veteran's Administration on an individual basis. Many AIBD members serve on individual metropolitan area planning commissions and various municipal code review boards.

The national headquarters for AIBD is incorporated as a non-profit professional corporation and maintains its headquarters in Washington, DC. AIBD is governed nationally by its board of directors, elected from eligible members of state societies and members at large. State societies are chartered by the national board of directors after a minimum membership of 12 professional building designers is established in one state. After being chartered, state societies may form chapters in compliance with the by laws of the Institute.

For more information regarding AIBD designers in your area, or AIBD membership information, please call or write:

The American Institute of Building Design
7059 Blair Road NW
Suite 201
Washington, DC 20012
1-800-366-AIBD
www.aibd.org

The national AIBD website features extensive information on the American Institute of Building Design. With resources designed for members, consumers and industry partners, it's a highly recommended source of information.