About AIBD Oklahoma

In 1974, a group of Building Designers from across the State met in Tulsa, to determine the interest in establishing an organization, in Oklahoma, to promote and develop the profession of Building Design. It was then that the Oklahoma Institute of Building Design was organized. The primary goals were to:

1. Contribute to the health, welfare and safety of the public and to the advancement and understanding of the profession.
2. Develop and maintain high standards for applicants to membership, and
3. Maintain high standards for the certification of building designers.
   

By 1981 Oklahoma Institute of Building Designer realized that to adequately address the profession of Building Design it would be necessary to become a part of a national movement. It was then the Oklahoma Institute of Building Design affiliated with the American Institute of Building Design and joined in the effort to provide accountability and credibility for Building Designers nationwide.

In order to gain even more credibility for its members, in the early 1990's AIBD adopted a policy of Continuing Education Credits. Every Professional Member of AIBD is required to attend at least 8 hours of Continuing Education each year.

Professional Members of AIBD who wish to become certified may take a certification test administered by the National Council of Building Designer Certification (NCBDC). Upon successful completion of all portions of the NCBDC exam, the designer is granted the privilege of using the title "Certified Professional Building Designer" (CPBD).