Typically, one becomes an individual member through attending and registering at a CAADRIA conference, or by applying for membership to the secretariat.
Responsibility for organisation, administration and guidance of the association is delegated to the executive committee by virtue of the election of the officers.
Membership of the council is restricted to members working in countries within the Asia Pacific region; term of office is two years.
This forum is considered the highest level of authority and shall be the only one with the power to amend the charter of CAADRIA.
The Secretariat is composed of volunteer staff, with a limited budget being made available through membership dues and supervised by the executive committee.
Over the years, the association has developed the policy to circulate the conference location in such a way that southern, eastern, western, and northern parts of Europe are reached regularly – although this principle can only be maintained on the basis of available organisers.
This award is given to an individual whose sustained record of contributions demonstrates or promises significant impact on the field of computer-aided design.
The Award supports the winner to undertake an academic visit at the Osaka Lab and covers return airfare, accommodation and meals for one week.