AIA: Architecture business conditions remain soft, firms cautious for next year

Architecture firms reported a modest improvement in billings in October. However, business conditions remained soft, according to the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI) report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek.

“Architecture firms estimate that billings declined modestly this year. Unfortunately, they are not expecting a significant turnaround in 2026,” said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker. He explained that most firms predict similar billings next year, while only a third foresee improvements.

Brett Linton

Brett Linton is a digital operations analyst for Steel Market Update, where he began his career. Linton has been in the steel industry since 2010. He has held roles as a category manager and strategic insights director at Reibus before returning to SMU in 2024. He is a graduate of The University of North Georgia with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Brett can be reached at brett@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-314-0179.