What is the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)? [Top]

The American Institute of Building Design is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to the development, recognition, and enhancement of the profession of building design.

To Learn More Visit - American Institute of Building Design: http://www.aibd.org/index.html

What is a Building Designer? [Top]

A Building Designer is first and foremost a professional familiar with all facets of the building trade, whose plans and designs represent the particular needs, style and budget of the client. A Building Designer's approach to any problem is based on the practical, functional and economical solutions that will best fulfill the client's requirements, while translating these factors into a concept that is both aesthetic and utiltarian. The Bulding Designer's prime task is to furnish preliminary and detailed designs for the proposed structure, ranging from the initial concept to complete working drawings and specifications that will comply with all applicable building codes and regulations. (From "What is a Building Designer?", AIBD pamphlet 95-218)

What is a Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD)? [Top]

A Certified Professional Building Designer has passed the National Council for Building Design Certification exams, in addition to meeting all of the AIBD requirements for a "Professional Building Designer".

To Learn More Visit: - National Council for Building Design Certification (NCPBD): http://www.ncbdc.com/

and the American Institute of Building Design Membership Page: http://www.aibd.org/membership.htm