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.
Mission vision & pillars
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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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Join us for the 5th Annual Clays for College shooting event, a fundraiser supporting the MGMC Scholarship Fund, on Monday, March 30. What a fun way to help raise scholarship […]
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$15.00 – $900.00
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This bicycle tour explores the Historic Third Ward and surrounding areas including Houston Community College, Emancipation Park, Project Row Houses, Dowling Street, the Negro Hospital, later Riverside General Hospital, the […]
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Convened by Rusty Bienvenue and Igor Marjanović in conjunction with The Order of Place: A Collaborative Process Co-organized with AIA Houston When: April 11, 2026 | 1:00pm Where: Exhibitions at […] |
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Beyond the Hype: Practical Workplace Shifts in the Age of AI Join Ryan Anderson, Vice President of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll, for an engaging conversation on how early […]
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A conversation focusing on residential, design–build, high-end, and small commercial practices with Franco Albarran (Albarran Architects), Luisa Aurrecoechea (LEAM Design + Build), and Paul Benavente (Stella Maris Architecture).
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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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Join us for a day of imagination and creation with the National Organization of Minority Architects, Houston's Project Pipeline, and Architecture Center Houston's Kids+ Architecture Committee. Living in the Bayou City, we are used to experiencing flooding, hurricanes, strong winds, and freezes that can cause our homes to lose power or damage them. During these events, many families are in need of an emergency shelter that can provide a warm bed, healthy meals and activities for kids. Aspiring student architects will be challenged with designing their own “Haven”: a community center, which can act as an emergency shelter in times of need.
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Houston’s Third Ward is a culturally rich, historically African-American neighborhood, that includes Texas Southern University (HBCU), The University of Houston (Tier 1), Emancipation Park, and numerous other cultural gems. One […]
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Guest presentation by TBAE and NCARB focusing on licensure. April 22 at 6:00PM at Architecture Center Houston - 902 Commerce Overview of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, Steps toward […]
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Documentation Best Practices and Pre-Construction Collaboration Clear documentation and early collaboration are the foundation of successful projects. Join us for an engaging Lunch & Learn on Documentation Best Practices and Pre-Construction […] |
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CYCLE: Where Ends Become Beginnings CYCLE is an invitation to explore the dynamic processes that shape our built and natural environments along the Gulf Coast through patterns of renewal, […]
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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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This tour explores the original footprint 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 Houston. […]
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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.