About Us The Louisiana State Board of Architectural Examiners exists to safeguard life, health, and property and to promote the public welfare. It is the board's objective to ensure that the practice of architecture in this state is reserved to those individuals who have the proper qualifications and have been registered by this board. Mission Statement The Louisiana State Board of Architectural Examiners serves the interest of the citizens of Louisiana. Its mission is to safeguard life, health and property and to promote the public welfare. The practice of architecture in this state is reserved to those persons who have the proper qualifications and have been registered by this board. History of the Board The first meeting of the Louisiana State Board of Architectural Examiners was held in the office of the 34th Governor of Louisiana, J.Y. Sanders on November 30, 1910. The board was established by the established by ACT 231, Sec. 5 The inaugural board included five architect members and in its initial registration period, 215 architects received their license to practice architecture in the state. By 1911, the board was well underway in establishing the rules and regulations of the craft, with 138 architects renewing their licenses at a cost of $5.00. The examination cost during these early days way $11.00 per architect. During the past 100 years, LSBAE has served in the public interest to guarantee the safety of life, health and property. In addition it has maintained impeccable standards in the practice of architecture in the state of Louisiana. For a list of the LSBAE's past board members and president click here. Message from the Board President (provided by board) Annual Report (provided by board) As required by state law, LSBAE provides a detailed annual report of its financial transactions. The report is issued annually to the Louisiana Secretary of State and posted on this website. A copy of the annual report is provided at this link. The Board Meet the Members The board has 7 members, 5 of whom are architects from districts selected by the governor. Board members must live and remain in Louisiana and the district from which they are nominated and appointed. The members must have a license and have practiced architecture for 7 years. One member is required to be employed full time in architectural education and one a member of the general public. Richard J. LeBlanc, AIA, NCARB