The Architectural Woodwork Institute is widely recognized as the authoritative resource for excellence in architectural woodwork. AWI and its members are devoted to improving industry standards, providing technical help for design professionals, and researching new and better materials and methods for fabricating, engineering, finishing and installing superior architectural woodwork. Standards. In the new suite of AWI Standards, AWI is using the ANSI process to establish industry-wide consensus and transparency in the standards development process. Membership & Education. AWI is committed to the success of every member’s business. We provide seminars on topics such as Estimating, Project Management and Financial Management.