The American Institute of Architects elevates three local architects to the College of Fellows
Less than three percent of the architecture profession achieve AIA Fellowship.
Dallas – February 9, 2026 – The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is elevating three AIA members from AIA Dallas to its prestigious College of Fellows, AIA’s highest membership honor, for their exceptional work and contributions to architecture and society.
The fellowship program was developed to elevate those architects who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession and made a significant contribution to architecture and society on a national level. Architects who have been elevated to fellowship can be identified by the designation FAIA after their name. Included in the list below are the newly elevated members from AIA Dallas:
- Michael Ford, FAIA, NOMA, BrandNu Design Studio
- Gianna Gigford, FAIA, NOMA, Stantec
- Thom Powell, FAIA, Architects Design Group
Learn more about the AIA College of Fellows and view the list of newly elevated architect fellows.