CHAMPIONING the architects of our FUTURE

Since 1927, SAIA has been the voice of the architecture profession in South Africa - connecting, protecting, and promoting excellence in the built environment through support and advocacy.

HISTORY & LEGACY

SAIA today

ARCHITECTURE & YOU

Upcoming

Jun-Jul '27

Turn 100 with us in mpumalanga @ Innibos

save the date

art & architecture festival | academic colloquium | SAIA centenary celebrations | retreat

Sep

'28

AZA student convention & Corobrik Architectural Excellence Awards

LOOK BACK ON AZA 25

ATLAS OF EXCELLENCE

award-winning architecture from across the country | peer reviewed conference

meet our committees

Advocacy for our profession, our industry and our work starts around the table. Learn more about our various international and national committees.

library

Digital resources for the busy architect, including the SAIA PPE Study Aid, SA Architecture Journal, archival webinars and more.

featured practices and works

A place for SAIA practices to showcase their practices and recent works.

practice directory

project showcase

our industry partners and sponsors

SAIA are proud to collaborate with industry players who share goals of excellence in South Africa's building industry and built environment. The SAIA Industry Partner programme offers a strategic bridge to the architectural profession. By joining, partners gain direct entry into the architectural ecosystem, fostering meaningful connections between industry experts and practitioners. SAIA are open for collaboration and open for business!

Modern workspace with architectural blueprints, representing SAIA's continuous professional development programs.

Continuous
Development

SAIA validates and promotes high-standard Continuing Professional Development.

CPD for your team

we've shared the journey of South Africa's architecture profession for 99 years. join us.

Join SAIA as a member and practice or an industry partner to contribute to the diverse voice of the profession, access exclusive events and resources, and connect with a centennial pursuit of excellence. Together, we protect, support, and promote architects and architecture.

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99 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE • SHAPING SUSTAINABLE SPACES • TURN 100 WITH US • MPUMALANGA • JUN–JUL 2027 • SAVE THE DATE •