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AIA Opposes Federal Policy Failing to Recognize Architects as Professionals
Posted on Nov. 30, 2025 / AIA National / Subscribe 0
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) strongly opposes any proposal or policy that fails to recognize architects as professionals, particularly when designating which degrees qualify for student loan caps.
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Would You Use Another Person’s Toothbrush? Managing the Risk of Taking Over for Another Design Professional
Posted on Nov. 11, 2025 / Guest Articles / Subscribe 0
When a developer calls up asking if you’d be willing to take over a project from a prior design professional, should you accept? Before agreeing to such a request, first ask yourself a more basic question—would you use another person’s toothbrush?
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