The American Institute of Architects is a wedding venue located just around the corner from The White House in Washington, D.C. A unique alternative to hotel venues, this stunning event space features both indoor and outdoor options for you and your guests to enjoy. With an award-winning staff on-site, you can count on an incredible and accommodating experience from start to finish when you host your wedding day at this venue.
Facilities and Capacity
With a capacity for up to 350 guests, The American Institute of Architects is the perfect setting for celebrations big and small. Dance the night away under the stars in The Courtyard, while the urban atmosphere of the city takes place all around you. For indoor celebrations, utilize The Social Gallery, which features two story windows, elevated ceilings and a grand staircase for a dramatic entrance. With space for a 200-person reception or a seated event for up to 150, this bi-level room will captivate guests with its urban architecture.
Services Offered
Not only is The American Institute of Architects a stunning event space, it is also run by a team of expert event planners. Known for their great design, seamless solutions, and impeccable attention to detail, the event planning team at The American Institute of Architects knows exactly how to execute a successful event. They’ll walk with you throughout the planning process, assisting you in making all of the many decisions that go into planning a wedding day. While working with this five-star team, you’ll have access to some of the best caterers and vendors in the area so that you can feel confident your guests will be well taken care of. From expert planning to full setup, the team at The American Institute of Architects is ready to set you up for success. Services include:
Event planning
Event rentals
Chairs
Tables
Setup
Outside vendors
Wireless internet
Location
One of the best features of The American Institute of Architects is its unique urban location. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. With five-star hotels and a variety of parking decks nearby, your friends and family will have nothing less than the best city wedding experience.
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This is such an amazing and unique venue right downtown in DC! The weather was perfect and we were able to take advantage of the courtyard area. There are so many opportunities with how you use this space, which was a great perk! Amy was so wonderful to work with and very flexible. We absolutely loved AIA and highly recommend it!
Sent on 11/02/2019
Emily Olmsted
· Married on 08/31/2019
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Perfect alternative wedding venue!
Absolutely splendid and lovely
Sent on 02/02/2020
Hana Haile-Mariam
· Married on 11/03/2018
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Beautiful Venue !
The venue is beautiful - they have a large outdoor space and beautiful tall glass windows.
We had a second day wedding party here and everything went seamlessly. It's sometimes hard to get a feel for the venue with a walk thru because it is a functioning work place, but the day of our event when we walked in our breath was taken away. The design of the building is gorgeous, so add some flowers and decor and the place is truly a stunner. It's also a great deal as the venue helps to provide tables and chairs & you have indoor and outdoor space for your use. Not to mention, Amy is super sweet and easy to work with.
Definitely recommend for a wedding or special event !
We love working with AIA!
Not only is Amy and her team flexible and helpful but they're on top of the whole event!
The venue is modern and classic with an element of old world DC just outside in the courtyard! Our couples love the space and we enjoy every moment of working with this incredibly responsive team!
