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Celebrating Architecture and Community
Architecture Center Houston (ArCH) and AIA Houston are dedicated to celebrating, educating and advocating for architecture and design in our vibrant city.
Our human-centric space serves as a hub for architects, design enthusiasts and the wider Houston community, fostering a deeper appreciation for the built environment and its impact on our lives.
About Architecture Center Houston (ArCH)
Architecture Center Houston (ArCH) is your destination for architectural education and inspiration. We offer a range of programs and events designed to engage, educate and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds.
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We work together to accomplish that which no single architect can do alone.
Joining AIA Houston connects you with a dynamic network of professionals and provides valuable resources to enhance your career and shape the future of the world around us. Your membership offers an opportunity to contribute to the growth and vibrancy of Houston’s architectural community while accessing exclusive events, education and advocacy initiatives. Welcome!
Membership Benefits
- Use of the AIA designation
- Leadership opportunities
- Continuing Education (CE)
- Practice management tools and resources
- Professional development and networking
- Federal, state and local advocacy
- Community building
- Career resources
- AIA benefits and discounts
- AIA contract documents
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Heights Bicycle Tour
Heights Bicycle Tour
This tour explores the original foot print of the Heights, Texas’ and Houston’s first mixed-use community and home to 121 of the 279 National Register of Historic Places listed in […]
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Full Day Continuing Education – January 2025
Full Day Continuing Education – January 2025
We cordially invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Seminars. HAPPY NEW YEAR AIA & AIA Assoc Members! This event is complimentary for all AIA or […]
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Celebrating Licensure (New Date)
Celebrating Licensure (New Date)
Join the Emerging Professionals Committee in celebrating our community of friends who were recently licensed in 2024. The first 20 people to register will receive 2 complimentary beverage tickets. For […]
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2025 MGMC Student Workshop & Competition Kick-Off
2025 MGMC Student Workshop & Competition Kick-Off
The 2025 competition program will be announced at the workshop. An annual ideas competition with an emphasis on creative problem solving and graphic presentation, the Michael G. Meyers Design & […]
Urban Art Walking Tour
Urban Art Walking Tour
This tour will look at public art, murals, architecture, place making and urban planning in Houston. Tour stops include Market Square Park, Buffalo Bayou and areas west of Main Street. […]
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Building your Green Investment: Financing Sustainable Development in Texas
Building your Green Investment: Financing Sustainable Development in Texas
Building your Green Investment: Financing Sustainable Development in Texas Recent legislation and the growing climate economy have created new opportunities to secure capital funds and magnify the financial benefits of […]
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Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in the world. Equivalent to the 8th largest business district in the United States, TMC has over 50 million square feet […]
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Clays for College
Clays for College
Join us on Thursday, January 30 for the 4th Annual Clays for College shooting event, a fundraiser supporting the MGMC Scholarship Fund. What a fun way to help raise scholarship money for high […]
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Montrose Walking Tour
Montrose Walking Tour
Montrose is one of the most diverse and interesting neighborhoods in Houston with some of the city's best architecture including spectacular mansions, charming bungalows, the campus of the University of […]
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Supporting AIA Houston and ArCH means investing in the future of architecture in our community, helping to fund educational programs, public outreach and initiatives that foster innovation and professional growth for current and future architects.
