AIA Columbia Sectionis a subsidiary of the AIA South Carolina chapter and the national American Institute of Architects. AIA Columbia has a membership of approximately 220 design professionals and strives to help carry-out the goals of the parent organizations: being the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in the service to society.AIA Columbia is one of six sections of theSouth Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects is an association dedicated to providing its members with opportunities to gain knowledge through continuing education, advocate together with one voice for the public’s Health, Safety and Welfare, and become more involved in communities where better places for people can be created.AIA South Carolina (AIA/SC) is a Chapter and statewide component of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) with over 900 members throughout our state.