Join us for an open and insightful forum celebrating the voices of Latino and Latina architects who have shaped—and continue to shape—Houston’s built environment. This session, part of the TertuLiAs series, brings together more than ten distinguished professionals whose work spans decades of influence, innovation, and cultural expression in architecture and design.
Innovators in Discussion looks to the past to pave the way for Houston’s future. Through compelling stories and meaningful dialogue, panelists will reflect on their personal journeys, the cultural heritage that informs their work, and the evolving role of Latino professionals in the architectural landscape.
Panelists:
Fernando Brave, FAIA
Art Chavez, AIA
Romulo Tim Cisneros, AIA
Benito Guerrier, AIA
Carlos Jiménez
Rafael Longoria, AIA
Camilo Parra, AIA
Roger Soto, AIA
Lorie Westrick, AIA
moderated by
Stephen Fox
This session is organized by the LiA Exhibition Committee and the LiA Outreach Committee of the AIA Houston Chapter’s Latinos in Architecture (LiA). It is part of the 2025 Nuestro Ambiente exhibition, which honors trailblazers in our community and fosters a shared sense of belonging through architecture.
