About Us
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.
Bridging People and Places
We offer a range of programs and events designed to engage, educate and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds. Architecture Center Houston is your destination for architectural education and inspiration.
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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
Events
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Calendar of Events
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River Oaks Theatre Tour
River Oaks Theatre Tour
The River Oaks Theatre is an historic movie theater built in 1939. It was an example of late-1930s Art Deco design. It was the last of the deluxe neighborhood movie […]
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2025 MGMC Interim Review
2025 MGMC Interim Review
The purpose of the interim review is to provide students the opportunity to present their project in process to volunteer architects, to receive constructive feedback, troubleshoot design problems, and answer […]
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EP Firm Tour: Dillon Kyle Architects
EP Firm Tour: Dillon Kyle Architects
Please join us on April 7 at 6pm for the EP Firm Tour: Dillon Kyle Architects. Dillon Kyle Architects is the recipient of the 2024 AIA Firm award. Space is […]
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TertuLiAs
TertuLiAs
A conversation with Victoria Goldstein, AIA (VG Studio), Michael Gonzales (Protolab Architects), and Rogelio Hernandez, AIA (English + Associates Architects).
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2025 Trivia Night
2025 Trivia Night
Test your wits and knowledge against your colleagues while making a meaningful contribution to the architectural profession. Join us as an individual or come as a team! Over the course […]
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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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Soar to High Heights: Brava
Soar to High Heights: Brava
A city’s towers can define its place in the world, producing a skyline that reveals a city’s identity almost instantly. But today, the community rarely has access to those towers […]
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University of Houston RAD Center Building Tour
University of Houston RAD Center Building Tour
Join the Emerging Professionals Committee for the tour of the new University of Houston RAD (Retail, Auxiliary, and Dining) Center. Date: April 24 Time: 4PM Architect: Perkins&Will About the project […]
Student Portfolio Review
Student Portfolio Review
Join the Interior Architecture Committee for their student portfolio review. Schedule 5:00 pm – Arrivals and setup 5:30 pm – Keynote/Panel 6:30 pm – Portfolio Reviews 7:30 pm – Wrap […]
Eggersmann USA – Chef’s Night Out
Eggersmann USA – Chef’s Night Out
Chef's Night Out is the grand re-opening of the Grand Re-Opening of eggersmann. This is an opportunity to celebrate one of AIA Houston's affiliate members. The event is presented by […]
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Rice University Walking Tour
Rice University Walking Tour
A treasure trove of great architecture, the timeless campus features designs by Cram, Goodhue, & Ferguson; John Staub; William Ward Watkin; Michael Graves; Kieran Timberlake; Ricardo Bofill; Cesar Pelli; Lake/Flato […]
UH Art & Architecture Walking Tour (Spanish Language Tour)
UH Art & Architecture Walking Tour (Spanish Language Tour)
Una exploración de arte, arquitectura y diseño de plantel en el plantel principal de la Universidad de Houston. Obras de Frank Stella, Jim Love, William King y "The Art Guys” […]
Inside the Lines
Inside the Lines
Come play Inside the Lines! Join Kids+Archtiecture for a unique 2-hour workshop where students will have the opportunity to explore doodling and watercolor techniques and step onto the court to […]
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Full Day Continuing Education
Full Day Continuing Education
We cordially invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Seminars. 8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration 9:00-10:00am Innovative Solutions for Privacy and Space Management: An Overview of […]
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La Izquierda Fest
From our partners in the Galveston Sandcastle Festival: Galveston, TX – Get ready for another epic year of surf, sound, and community as La Izquierda Fest returns May 2-3, 2025, […]
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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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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.
