BIA Membership
As a member of the Barbados Institute of Architects (BIA), the BIA will support you and your work with everyday practical tools and resources. BIA sets the standard for educational and professional excellence in Barbados. We shine a light on your work, represent your views and focus on the issues that matter most to you. We work hard to protect you and your profession. By joining us, you can help us do more. As a Member you will have access to a wide range of valuable benefits. There are six types of individual BIA Memberships to choose from.
Our Membership consists of a cross section of industry professionals including:
. Registered Architects
. Architectural Assistants
. Architectural Technologists & Technicians
. Architectural Students & Interns
. Landscape Architects
. Interior Designers
. Quantity Surveyors
. Project Managers
. Engineers
. Contractors
. Land Surveyors
. Product Suppliers
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Full Members
Qualified Architects registered with the Barbados Architects Registration Board.
International Members
A Person not practicing in Barbados but qualified and/ or registered to practice Architecture in their jurisdiction.
Associate Members
A person who has completed an Undergraduate and / or Masters Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology acceptable to Council.
Affiliate Members
Persons of Affiliated professions with a personal or professional interest in architecture.
Student Members
Persons actively engaged in the study of Architecture or Design at an educational institution acceptable to Council.
BIA Fellows
The Title “BIA Fellow” will only be accorded, at the discretion of Council, to present or past BIA Members who have made a significant contribution to the Profession of Architecture.
Note: All members shall be citizens of Barbados, or persons residing in Barbados, or persons residing in an Island/ Country/ Territory associated with the Barbados Institute of Architects. Members only shall be allowed to use the letters "BIA" after their names, or to use the title “Architect” to distinguish their professional status. International Members only shall be allowed to use the letters "IBIA" after their names, or to use the title “Architect” to distinguish their professional status.