A conversation with managing principals Whitney Fuessel, AIA (HKS); Raymond Romero, Assoc. AIA (Inventure); Roger Soto, AIA (HOK); Saul Valentin, AIA (Collaborate).
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 of those is the Columbia Tap Trail, completed in 2009, which sits atop the abandoned Columbia Tap railroad route - originally built by enslaved people […]
We invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Series sponsored by the Historic Resources Committee (HRC). 8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration 9:00-10:00am Historic Tax Credit Projects: Technical Case Studies - 1.0 AIA HSW Presented by Anna Mod, Director, Historic Tax Credits, Ryan 10:00-11:00am Historic Houses of Worship and Disaster Resilience, a Toolkit […]
Experience the power of design to reshape our city and address historical inequities. Join us on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at ArCH Houston for an inspiring evening featuring the unveiling of the winning designs from the Houston Reimagined Charrette! Celebrate with the winners, hear from the judges, and dive […]
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 St. Thomas, Rothko Chapel, and the Menil Collection. ArCH tour guides will present an overview of the architectural and social history of the area and […]
Commercial Accessibility Requirements for Renovations and New Builds – Detailing Requirements & Luxury Options Presented by 101 Mobility 1.0 AIA HSW/LU There are a wide range of accessibility options out there! Which ones are going to be acceptable for your situation? Which is going to be the best? In this course, we will explore the […]
Towers and Trees explores the magnificent architecture between Hermann Square and Discovery Green as well as the changing dynamics of our downtown. We'll look at the partially realized civic center plan surrounding Hermann Square, the historic backbone of Main Street, the ambitious 1970 proposal that would become Houston Center, the internationally recognized icons from the […]
Honoring Lauren Rottet, FAIA, FIIDA We are proud to announce that Lauren Rottet, FAIA, FIIDA, will be honored with the AIA Houston Award for Career Distinction at our Holiday Party on December 10 at the Museum of Fine Arts. We are currently raising funds to purchase in Lauren's honor an architect designed object for the […]
We invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Series sponsored by the Committee on the Environment (COTE). 8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration 9:00-10:30am Advancing Circular Economy and Sustainable Design in San Antonio: Deconstruction, Material Reuse, and Environmental Impact - 1.5 AIA HSW Presented by Dan Stine, AIA, Director of Design Technology, Lake|Flato Architects […]
Join Texas Society of Architects’ Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee for an engaging webinar addressing the role of the architect outside of the traditional firm setting and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration for positive societal change. Attendees will gather insight on partnering with allied disciplines and community leaders in areas such as affordable housing, urban planning, […]
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 Architects; and many other local and internationally renowned architects. Also on the tour are large scale art works by James Turrell and Michael Heizer. From […]
Architecture Center Houston will host the 15th Annual Gingerbread Build-Off at Levy Park on Saturday, December 14, 2024.Competing teams will create 100% edible, architectural masterpieces using gingerbread, candy, and all sorts of other sweet treats (of which leftovers will be composted)! More than 4,000 spectators are expected to attend and cheer on the teams, play […]
