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The 2021 edition of this popular report begins to uncover what makes the successful architect-contractor relationship work—and what causes others to break down or fail.

This report outlines how manufacturers and industry partners can proactively take advantage the specification process by focusing on when architects consider sustainability and understanding how they determine whether a product is sustainable.

The 2019 report compares AIA members’ perspectives in 2019 versus our initial research in 2016. It is clear from the results that economic, political, and social forces are shaping firm cultures and specification practices.

The majority of architects want to build strong relationships with the manufacturers behind the products they specify. Many architects are looking for manufacturers to become trusted advisors whom they can call on for advice.

The first in our Specification Series, this landmark report offers a window into the journey to specification and emphasizes the importance of the specific relationship between architects and building product manufacturers in order to support the continued evolution of the built environment.

In this guide for manufacturers, learn how top companies in the industry are gaining preference with architects, sharing industry expertise, and helping shape a better built environment all while strengthening their brand.

Continuing education is crucial to advancing and improving the profession of architecture. The CES Standards Guide provides a framework for the development, presentation, measurement, and reporting of continuing education programs.