The Texas Institute of Building Design (TIBD) is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to the development, recognition, and enhancement of the profession of building design.  TIBD represents the building designer, draftsperson, and supplier to the building industry.  The state association provides members with information concerning the most recent developments in the industry, both professional and legal.  It promotes ethical practices and keeps you in touch with the building industry.  The TIBD is the Texas Society of the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD).

Since 1950, the American Institute of Building Design has provided its members with educational resources and developed nationwide design standards and a code of ethics for the building design profession.  Today AIBD is a nationally recognized association with professional, associate, and affiliate members in 47 states and throughout Canada, as well as Europe, Asia, and Australia.  Its Chartered societies are active in their respective legislative arenas and work to promote public awareness of the building design professional and emphasize the role we fill as valuable resource for residential design services.  For more information about the AIBD go to www.aibd.org or call (800) 366-2423.