The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice

American Institute of Architects (AIA)
15th Edition • Edited by Linda C. Reeder

The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th Edition is the definitive AIA reference for the business, management, and professional practice of architecture. Updated to reflect contemporary firm operations, procurement methods, digital delivery, and ethics, this handbook equips architects, project managers, and firm leaders with the standards and tools required to run a successful, ethical, and resilient practice.

What This Book Does

This authoritative handbook translates AIA best practices into actionable guidance across the entire project and firm lifecycle. It covers client development, proposals, fees, contracts, project delivery methods (DBB, CM, Design-Build, IPD), BIM-enabled workflows, risk management, insurance, quality control, and professional responsibility — helping firms manage risk, deliver value, and sustain profitability.

Key Features of the 15th Edition

• Aligned with current AIA documents, ethics, and professional standards
• Comprehensive guidance on business operations, finance, and firm management
• Clear explanations of contracts, scope, risk, and insurance
• Coverage of modern project delivery methods and BIM-enabled workflows
• Leadership, career development, and firm succession planning

Table of Contents Highlights

• Professional practice framework and ethics
• Business models, finance, and firm operations
• Marketing, proposals, and fee development
• Owner–architect agreements and AIA contract basics
• Risk management, insurance, and quality assurance
• Project delivery: DBB, CM, Design-Build, and IPD
• Project management: scope, schedule, and cost control
• BIM, digital practice, and information management
• Construction phase services and project closeout
• Practice sustainability, legal issues, and career development

The authoritative guide to managing and leading a modern architecture practice.
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