The Architecture Research Institute was established in September 2006 to activate the researches on architectural planning and design, urban and landscape design, structural design and diagnosis, and construction management. It also planned to be devoted to the collaboration among the industry, academy and research. Through the corporation on research projects and joint technological development, Architecture Research Institute contributes not only to the development of architectural design and technology but also that of related research areas.

Architecture Research Institute is composed of 7 research divisions; architecture planning and design, urban and landscape design, architectural history and design, building performance and management, architectural structure, architectural environment and energy equipment, architectural construction and materials.