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SUMMARY:Third Ward Bicycle Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 Buffalo Soldiers Museum\, and Texas Southern University. The tour is a dynamic discussion of the neighborhood’s character\, history and future in the center of Houston featuring notable local architects such as John Chase and Caudill Rowlett Scott (CRS). \nReservations are required for this tour as attendance is limited. \nAttendees need to bring their own bicycle. We encourage everyone to wear a helmet. \nTour meets in the Houston Community College’s San Jacinto Memorial Green courtyard right across from the intersection of Caroline St. and Holman St.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/third-ward-bicycle-tour-3/
LOCATION:HCC’s San Jacinto Memorial Green\, 1300 Holman\, Houston\, Texas\, 77004\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
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SUMMARY:Rice Design Chats: Reflecting on the Past
DESCRIPTION:Convened by Rusty Bienvenue and Igor Marjanović in conjunction with The Order of Place: A Collaborative Process \n\nCo-organized with AIA Houston\n\nWhen: April 11\, 2026 | 1:00pm\n\nWhere: Exhibitions at Rice\, Cannady HallRice
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/rice-design-chats-reflecting-on-the-past/
LOCATION:William T. Cannady Hall\, Rice School of Architecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rice School of Architecture":MAILTO:arch@rice.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Free Event \nRSVP to Jenni Bagley\, 281.636.3036 | jenni@innovativesales.com
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/23901/
LOCATION:Lucas Cedar\, 12637 FM 830\, Willis\, 77318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260330T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211131Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Hype
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Hype: Practical Workplace Shifts in the Age of AI \nJoin Ryan Anderson\, Vice President of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll\, for an engaging conversation on how early Al adoption is reshaping the future of our physical workplaces. Drawing on MillerKnoll’s latest research and insights from leading Al practitioners\, Ryan will explore how Al is influencing team dynamics\, prompting a re-evaluation of established work processes\, and shaping MillerKnoll’s own Al journey. The session will also highlight how workplace design can better support Al adoption and strengthen team health\, offering practical insights for organizations navigating an Al-enabled future. \nAbout\nRyan Anderson\nWith nearly 30 years of experience in the contract furnishings industry\, Ryan is VP of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll. \nHis team focuses on helping organizations create more desirable\, productive\, and healthy work experiences for their people. \nThis event is free. You may RSVP on this site\, or by emailing Jamie Aragones here.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/beyond-the-hype/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260324T165117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193003Z
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SUMMARY:TertuLiAs: Designing the Everyday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Latinos in Architecture (LiA) Committee for an intimate TertuLiA a three-part series featuring leaders from diverse practice areas. The series highlights how Latino professionals are finding their voice\, contributing to the profession\, advocating for representation\, and uplifting the next generation\, from high school students to emerging architects. While reflecting on how Houston’s Latino population influences design and architectural work across the industry. \nFor our first 2026 TertuLiA\, we are focusing on residential\, design–build\, high-end\, and small commercial practices including Paul Benavente (Stella Maris Architecture)\, Luisa Aurrecoechea (LEAM Design + Build)\, Franco Albarran\, AIA (Albarran Architects) and Paola Rubio (Paola Rubio Design Studio). Starting the TertuLiAs series this year with residential design professionals offers meaningful benefits for us as Latinos in Architecture. Residential work remains one of the most accessible and community-connected areas of practice\, especially for early- and mid-career Latino designers. By learning from colleagues who specialize in residential\, design–build\, high end projects and small commercial\, we gain insight into project delivery methods\, client engagement\, and business development models that often lead to entrepreneurial opportunities\, pathways where Latinos have historically thrived. \nOf the over 121\,000 registered architects in the United States\, only 6 percent identify as Latino or Hispanic\, according to NCARB.  Latinos represent 19.1 percent of the total U.S. population\, the nation’s second largest ethnic group.  In Houston\, Latinos comprise 44.1 percent of the population. \nJoin us for this first 2026 session to hear about their experience\, their journey\, challenges\, successes\, and how they’ve shaped their practice. \nThis session will take place at one of LEAM Design + Build’s residential projects. \n\nAbout the Panelists \nFranco Albarran\, AIA\nFranco has extensive knowledge in Custom Residential Architectural Design and Construction. He also has an excellent construction discipline as he coordinates the interconnectivity of architecture and construction. His job site awareness brings a higher level of control through proactive steps that elevate the value of the project. Franco‘s passion for design and construction have led him to be fully engaged in both disciplines of architecture and construction. He feels both disciplines are interconnected and provide feedback for one another. \nLuisa Aurrecoechea\, LEED AP BD+C\nLuisa Aurrecoechea is the founder and principal of LEAM Design Build\, a Houston-based design and construction firm specializing in custom residential architecture and interior design. Originally from Venezuela\, Luisa earned her architecture degree in Caracas and later completed a Master’s degree at the University of Oklahoma and a furniture design degree at the University of Buenos Aires. \nShe began her career working on a wide range of commercial and institutional projects in the United States\, including schools\, theaters\, and large-scale developments. After years in commercial architecture\, she founded her own firm to design and build thoughtfully crafted homes that blend sustainability\, practicality\, and contemporary design. \nWith over a decade of professional experience\, Luisa is passionate about guiding clients through the entire process\, from concept and design to construction\, creating homes and interiors that are both beautiful and functional. Her work emphasizes efficient building methods\, strong collaboration with clients and builders\, and spaces that support the way families live today. \nPaul Benavente\nPaul Benavente owns and operates Stella Maris Architecture\, which is located within a NASA-era building across from Space Center Houston.  He and a long-term architecture colleague serve projects in light commercial\, residential\, and institutional sectors. Paul earned degrees in Architecture and Scholastic Philosophy in 2002 and 2007\, respectively. He possesses licenses in Texas and New Mexico. \nPaul finds inspiration in domestic and international travel\, making each vacation a “study trip” in architecture.  Both Instagram and the office photo document these inspiring moments in architecture.  His education in philosophy is foundational to his practice.  The firm’s motto derives from a perennial understanding of beauty in created work: “Beauty as a Discipline of Architectural Practice.”  A study of architecture explained according to philosophical principles was nationally published in Palladiana\, 2020\, and continues to be a source of education passed on to students.  The craft of building is a passion.  Paul has visited fabrication shops of various trades and has organized open house events for trades such as terrazzo and decorative plaster. \nPaola Rubio\nPaola Rubio is the Founder and Creative Director of Paola Rubio Design Studio\, a Houston-based boutique interior design studio specializing in high-impact commercial and hospitality environments. Born and raised in Veracruz\, Mexico\, Paola began her career in architecture\, graduating with honors from the National Technological Institute of Mexico before relocating to Houston to pursue her passion for interior design. \nShe began her U.S. career at a high-end residential design firm\, where she developed a strong foundation in luxury detailing and refined aesthetics. Driven by a deeper passion for experiential spaces\, Paola transitioned into the commercial sector\, serving as Design Director at a design-build firm known for delivering complex\, high-end projects. \nNow leading her own studio\, Paola focuses on creating thoughtful\, brand-driven environments that elevate the user experience. Her work reflects a balance between creative vision and real-world execution\, shaped by her design-to-build approach. She is currently pursuing her NCIDQ certification while continuing to expand her growing portfolio of commercial projects across Texas.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/tertulias-designing-the-everyday/
LOCATION:LEAM Project Site\, 1226 Krist Dr\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latinos in Architecture Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
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SUMMARY:Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 of patient care\, education\, and research space. 160\,000+ individuals visit the Texas Medical Center each day with more than 6 million patients treated annually. The 1000+ acres is approximately the size of Chicago inside the “Loop” with over 160 buildings on the main campus alone. Join our ArCH docents on this introductory architectural tour of Houston’s own modern marvel of medicine. Sites on our tour will include Baylor College of Medicine\, the new Texas Children’s Hospital Maternity Center\, MD Anderson Cancer Center and Methodist Research Center. \nMeet in the ground floor lobby of the John P McGovern Commons Building\, 6550 Bertner Ave\, 77030. Texas Medical Center Entrance 4 and $13 parking available in the TMC Commons parking garage. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \nCourse Number: TMCWT1 \nAIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE: \nPer AIA National CE Standards\, any learning program approved for AIA Learning Units may award CE credit for the approved program for up to (3) years from the date of approval so long as the CES Provider is in good standing. AIA Members may repeat the same course\, but no additional credit will be granted or recorded.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/texas-medical-center-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:John P. McGovern Commons Building\, 6550 Bertner Ave\, Houston\, TX\, 77030
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T140000
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SUMMARY:The Haven: Designing for Community and Disaster
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLiving 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. \nAspiring student architects will be challenged with designing their own “Haven”:  a community center\, which can act as an emergency shelter in times of need. \nCommunity centers can be designed around a hobby or favorite activity. Imagine an indoor skateboard park\, a musical instrument playground\, or suspended gaming stations. And\, on the flipside\, when disaster strikes and the lights go out\, the community needs a place that keeps everyone safe and comfortable. \nStudents will be led through a series of design exercises\, be able to identify storm-resistant building features\, take a tour of their site\, and design their own Haven\, a community center that could function as an emergency shelter. The Haven will be based on a theme of their choosing. \nThe workshop will be held at the Alief Neighborhood Center\, a civic hub that brings together city services and community activities under one roof. Raised above the floodplain\, it serves as both a dynamic community anchor and a safe refuge during high-water events. \nAdditional information about the class: \n\nStudents will work in teams.\nStudents will come away with an understanding of basic architectural concepts.\nStudents will tour the Alief Neighborhood Center and understand how it supports the community daily and during times of disaster.\nTeams will present their designs to the group\, explaining features and design decisions.\nArchitects & designers will be on hand to guide participants\, answer questions\, and share experiences.\nLunch will be provided.\n\nThis interactive event is perfect for students who are currently in 4th-6th grade who are excited to explore the world of architecture and unleash their creativity. Through fun activities and teamwork\, participants will learn how to design while developing essential skills in problem-solving and collaboration. Join us for a morning of excitement & inspiration as we build dreams and foster the next generation of architects! \nThis workshop is generously sponsored by AIA National and the National Organization of Minority Architects\, Houston. \nAll parents/guardians must complete the student registration form for their student to participate in the workshop. The student registration form can be found here 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/the-haven-designing-for-community-and-disaster/
LOCATION:Alief Neighborhood Center\, 11903 Bellaire Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids and Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T123000
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SUMMARY:Columbia Tap Trail Bicycle Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 to transport cotton and sugar from Plantation to Port.  The trail connects adjacent neighborhoods and serves as a vital link in the growing Houston trail system. \nJoin us to bike along the Columbia Tap Trail\, to learn more about the trail history and identity\, safety prioritizations\, culture of the neighborhoods adjacent to the trail\, and local artists. \nBike Rental\, Meeting Location and Times\nIndividuals can rent bikes through the Eado Bike Company at 912 Saint Charles St.\, Houston TX 77003. Please arrive at 10am to pick up your bike. The tour will start at 10:30am. \nFor those bringing their personal bikes\, please join us at Eado. We will be ready to roll at exactly 10:30 am – so don’t be late! \nAIA Credit: 1.5 HSW
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/columbia-tap-trail-bicycle-tour-2/
LOCATION:Eado Bike Company\, 912 St Charles St\, Houston\, Texas\, 77003
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260401T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T144631Z
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SUMMARY:The Road to Licensure in Texas… (and avoiding bumps in the road)
DESCRIPTION:Guest presentation by TBAE and NCARB focusing on licensure. \nApril 22 at 6:00PM at Architecture Center Houston – 902 Commerce \nOverview of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners\, Steps toward Architect licensure\, Regulations\, and Enforcement. \nThis session covers: \n\nWhy TBAE exists\nThe AXP – NCARB’s Intern Experience Program\nThe ARE – the mandatory Architectural Registration Examination facilitated by NCARB\nRegulation of the Title and Practice of Architecture in Texas – Staying out of trouble\nGet answers to your questions from an NCARB staff expert\nLearn more information about NCARB’s resources designed to support you.\n\n_____ \nAbout the presenters: \n \nMike Alvarado\, NCARB State Licensing Advisor \nRegistration Manager – Licensing\, Renewals\, Continuing Education\, Outreach \nMike has been the Registration Manager for the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) for 10 years and has been with the Board for a total of 14 years. He has comprehensive knowledge of the requirements to obtain and maintain an active registration (renewals\, status changes\, CE requirements\, exam requirements). Mike worked for 25 years with the City of Austin Water Department\, Engineering Division. He is been an active NCARB Licensing Advisor for over 10 years. \n \nNancy Rodriguez\, TBAE Enforcement \nInvestigator \nNancy joined the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners in August of 2009 as a License & Permit Specialist with the Registration Department then transitioned to Enforcement in 2011 as an Investigator and has held that position since. Nancy is also known as the Business Registration Coordinator as she oversees all business registration matters for the Board including investigating and assisting businesses with their registration and renewal procedures. \n \nSharon Briceño\, TBAE Registration \nContinuing Education Coordinator \nSharon has been with Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) and the State of Texas for 8 years. She is a retired public school teacher with 33 years of service. Sharon joined TBAE as a Reciprocal License Specialist and currently serves as the Continuing Education Coordinator\, where she manages audits\, responds to inquiry about the Board’s CE rules and assists with renewal-related questions.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/the-road-to-licensure-in-texas-and-avoiding-bumps-in-the-road-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T163139Z
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SUMMARY:AIA/ AGC Joint Committee April 2026 Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Documentation Best Practices and Pre-Construction Collaboration\nClear documentation and early collaboration are the foundation of successful projects. Join us for an engaging Lunch & Learn on Documentation Best Practices and Pre-Construction Collaboration\, where architects and contractors come together to align expectations\, reduce risk\, and improve project outcomes. \nThis interactive roundtable session will explore practical strategies for creating clear construction documents\, strengthening communication during pre-construction\, and minimizing costly misunderstandings once work begins. By bringing both architects and contractors to the table\, we’ll encourage open dialogue\, shared perspectives\, and real-world solutions that benefit the entire project team. \nEnjoy lunch while connecting with peers\, exchanging insights\, and building relationships that lead to smoother projects from design through construction. \nWho should attend: Architects\, contractors\, project managers\, and pre-construction professionals interested in improving coordination and documentation across the project lifecycle. \nSeats are limited—register today and come ready to ask questions\, share insights\, and sharpen your skills.\n \nEvent schedule:\n11:00 – 11:30 Registration\, networking & lunch\n11:30 – 1:00   Program \nRegister here\nhttps://members.agchouston.org/calendar/Details/aia-agc-joint-committee-april-2026-lunch-and-learn-1678020?sourceTypeId=WebsiteAIA/ AGC Joint Committee April 2026 Lunch and Learn | AGC Houston
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/aia-agc-joint-committee-april-2026-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:AGC Houston\, 3825 Dacoma Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77092\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20251020T204012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T185859Z
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SUMMARY:Gulf Coast Green
DESCRIPTION:  \nCYCLE: Where Ends Become Beginnings\nCYCLE is an invitation to explore the dynamic processes that shape our built and natural environments along the Gulf Coast through patterns of renewal\, transformation\, and continuity. From the material life cycles of construction to the seasonal rhythms of ecological systems\, this conference seeks to foreground design approaches that embrace stewardship\, circularity\, resilience\, and adaptation. CYCLE challenges practitioners to reconsider linear modes of development and instead implement practical strategies of stewardship\, reuse\, regeneration\, and resilience—approaches that call for ownership\, responsibility\, and long-term commitment in responding to climate change\, cultural memory\, and the evolving needs of communities. \nHow can design and planning transform waste into resources\, extend the life of materials\, and support ecosystems and communities that thrive in balance? How might circular thinking also honor cultural memory while addressing climate change and the evolving needs of our region? \nClick here for more information including featured speakers and schedule \nAIA & ASLA Credit: Earn up to 6.5 HSW CEUs \n  \nLocation: The Ismaili Center | Houston\, 2323 Allen Pkwy\, Houston\, TX \n     \n*Photos courtesy of The Ismaili Center | Houston.  Photographer: Iwan Baan*\nDate: April 24\, 2026 \n\n7:30am-5:30pm Conference\n5:30pm-7:00pm Final Toast: Zero Proof Hour\n\n  \nAdvanced Registration Pricing: \nTicket Includes Conference + Final Toast: Zero Proof Hour  \nInterns/Students – $40.00 | AIA Member|AIAH Affiliate Member – $245.00 | Non Member – $305.00 \n  \n\nDiscounted Online registration closes Sunday\, April 19\nOn-site registration will be available\, higher registration rates apply (see pricing below)\nInterns/Students – $45.00 | AIA Member|AIAH Affiliate Member – $275.00 | Non Member – $340.00\nCancel registration by April 16th to receive a full refund\nRegistration is transferable\n\nLEGACY SPONSOR\n \n  \nWant to Sponsor?\nClick here for more information\n  \n\n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/gulf-coast-green-2/
LOCATION:The Ismaili Center | Houston\, 2323 Allen Pkwy\, Houston\, TX\, 77019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260224T183658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T184354Z
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SUMMARY:Montrose Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 offer guests a look inside of the Fondren Mansion (now La Colombe d’Or)\, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral\, Chapel of St. Basil\, Rothko Chapel\, Cy Twombly Gallery\, and the Menil Collection. On this 2-hour walking tour you will get a flavor of this special district and be encouraged to widen your path after the tour is over. \nMeet outside the Menil Collection Bookstore\, 1520 Sul Ross\, 77006. Street and lot parking available. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \nAIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE: \nPer AIA National CE Standards\, any learning program approved for AIA Learning Units may award CE credit for the approved program for up to (3) years from the date of approval so long as the CES Provider is in good standing. AIA Members may repeat the same course\, but no additional credit will be granted or recorded.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/montrose-walking-tour-7/
LOCATION:Menil Collection Bookstore\, 1520 Sul Ross\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260121T212608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T213220Z
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SUMMARY:Heights Bicycle Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. We will look at a wide variety of building types that are historic and original to the area as well as more recent contemporary architecture and discuss how these fit into the context of the neighborhood. \nAttendees need to bring their own bicycle. We encourage everyone to wear a helmet. \nTour will meet at Milroy Park\, 1205 Yale St\, 77008. If you drive\, we ask that you park in the street. \nAIA Credit: 2 LUs
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/heights-bicycle-tour-6/
LOCATION:Milroy Park\, 1205 Yale St\, Houston\, 77008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260311T175646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T205409Z
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SUMMARY:Tee Up for Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a co-ed summer evening of all-levels golf clinic and networking benefitting the Women in Architecture Professional Development Fund. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a complete novice\, this event promises to advance your swing\, your network and support women in AEC.  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to elevate your game\, your network\, and women in architecture. Whether you’re making a hole-in-one or meaningful connections\, your participation will make a difference. \n  \nRegistration Options:  \nEarly Birdie Standard admission $95:  \n\n30 minutes golf clinic session working with pro golfers\nunlimited balls on the driving range and putting green; club provided\nnetworking\n2 drink tickets\, heavy apps\, and 1 raffle ticket \n\nEarly Birdie Networking Admission $75 \n\nIncludes 2 drink tickets\, heavy apps\, and 1 raffle ticket \nExcludes clinics and putting green \n\n  \n\nAdvanced registration required.  Onsite registration is not available. \nRegistration closes Thursday\, April 30th\nCancellation Policy: A minimum of 7 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund\n\n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nPlease consider becoming a sponsor of the Tee Up for Success: WiA’s Professional Development Fundraiser.  A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Architecture Center Houston’s Women in Architecture Professional Development Fund. This newly established fund supports WiA’s grant and scholarship initiatives\, championing the advancement of women in the architecture\, design and construction industries of Southeast Texas. Click here for more information. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! \nGold \n \n \n  \nSilver \n  \n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/tee-up-for-success-2/
LOCATION:East River 9\, 65 Hirsch Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260318T145748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T150124Z
UID:10000255-1778176800-1778182200@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:MGMC 2026 Awards Ceremony & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 MGMC Award Ceremony! \nArchitecture Center Houston and AIA Houston will announce the winners of the 2026 Michael G. Meyers Design and Ideas Scholarship Competition. \nThis year’s MGMC award ceremony will be hosted at Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St\, Houston\, TX 77002 on May 7 at 6pm. \nPlease register if you plan to attend the ceremony. The reception is open to the public\, and families are encouraged to attend. RSVPs are encouraged but not required.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/mgmc-2026-awards-ceremony-reception/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGMC Design Competition Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260316T213057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T213057Z
UID:10000253-1778241600-1778247000@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Canan Yetmen\, author and expert on the AIA fellowship process\, will present an overview of the fellowship submittal process and offer tips and strategies for telling your professional story in a way that maximizes focus and impact. This program is a must for those nominated and/or interested in fellowship\, but also valuable for those seeking a more powerful portfolio. Program is free. You’re welcome to bring your lunch. \nWhen: May 8 at Noon \nWhere: Architecture Center Houston \nFor questions\, please contact Aleks Savitski at aleks@aiahouston.org.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/demystifying-fellowship-2/
LOCATION:902 Commerce\, Houston\, TX 77002\, 902 Commerce\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260121T224017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T221400Z
UID:10000226-1778317200-1778324400@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:Museum District Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Houston Museum District is one of the few areas in the country with such a dense population of museums\, public art\, contemporary architecture\, and landscape design. On this 2-hour walking tour you will experience the quintessential Modernism of Mies van der Rohe\, the structuralist view point of Gunnar Birkerts\, the simplicity and craft of Isamu Noguchi\, and the first free standing American structure designed by Yoshio Taniguchi. Come explore these and other world class examples of design with ArCH tour guides and trace the chronology of significant cultural shifts from the early twentieth century through today. \nTour meets at the entrance of the Cullen Sculpture Garden\, which faces Bissonnet St. and is directly across from the MFAH. Street\, lot\, and garage parking available.\nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU  \nAIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE: \nPer AIA National CE Standards\, any learning program approved for AIA Learning Units may award CE credit for the approved program for up to (3) years from the date of approval so long as the CES Provider is in good standing. AIA Members may repeat the same course\, but no additional credit will be granted or recorded.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/museum-district-walking-tour-6/
LOCATION:Cullen Sculpture Garden\, Montrose Boulevard at Bissonnet Street Houston\, Houston\, 77006
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171819
CREATED:20260306T173640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T174707Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Houston's Design Gala
DESCRIPTION:Benefitting the Architecture Center Houston\n \nProceeds from the gala benefit the programs of the Architecture Center Houston (ArCH). \nWhen: Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 | 7PM-Midnight\nWhere: The Shop Club Houston\nChairs: Catherine and Clayton Callaway \nTo Reserve Your Table: Complete the RESPONSE FORM and email it to Aleks Savitski at aleks@aiahouston.org \nProgram includes:\n\nAward Presentation and Recognition of the winners of the Ben Brewer Young Architects Award\, the AIA Houston Firm Award\, and recognition of new firms designated as Emerging Professionals Friendly Firms.\nSeated Dinner\nSilent Auction\nNetworking and Live Music\n\nABOUT ArCH:\nArCH: Architecture Center Houston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that cultivates public appreciation for architecture and its effect on the human experience through design-focused programming. \nArCH offers architectural tours\, K-12 educational programs\, community events\, lectures\, and exhibitions. The programs address a wide range of audiences and celebrate Houston’s rich architectural and cultural heritage. Each year\, ArCH programs benefit over 4\,500 individuals and continue to grow in size\, diversity and reach. \nOver the years\, the Architecture Center Houston Foundation has given over $400\,000 for community assistance\, publications\, educational projects\, exhibitions\, and public service. \nGrantees have included:\nBlueprint Houston\, Buffalo Bayou Partnership\, Central Houston\, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston\, Greater Houston Preservation Alliance\, Houston Arts Alliance\, Houston Public Library\, Michael G. Meyers High School Design Competition\, Project Row Houses\, Rice University School of Architecture\, Stella Link Redevelopment Association\, and UH Gerald D Hines College of Architecture. \nExpected Outreach: 800-1000 attendees. The event is publicized widely across the architecture\, construction\, and engineering community. \nSponsorships for this event are tax deductible as charitable contributions\, less fair market value of the dinner.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/2026-houstons-design-gala/
CATEGORIES:Houston’s Design Gala Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171820
CREATED:20260402T164842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T164943Z
UID:10000263-1779292800-1779300000@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:Masonry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Masonry walls are not all the same!  What repair methods are appropriate for the masonry wall system on your building? \n  \nJoin AIA Houston’s Historic Resource Committee (HRC) for a masonry repair workshop to learn more about masonry wall systems\, and appropriate repair methods.  Nick Floyd and Glynnis Flaum from SGH will provide a short presentation to discuss the fundamentals of masonry systems (including differences between mass masonry\, transitional masonry\, and veneer/cavity wall systems common today)\, performance expectations and repair guidance for each\, and some repair example case studies.  Following the presentation\, Restoration Services\, Inc. (RSI) will lead hands-on workshop stations for some common masonry repairs like repointing\, patching repairs\, and remedial structural anchors. \n  \nGet ready to have fun and get your hands dirty! \nAIA Credit: Pending review \nPresentation Sponsors: \n.       \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nWorkshop stations will include some cutting/grinding and cementitious materials.  Please dress in “construction appropriate” clothes – you may get dirty!\nIf you can\, please bring your own safety glasses\, gloves\, and dust masks.  RSI will supply PPE for those who do not have their own.\nParking is available in RSI surface lot – come though gate (look for RSI sign) and park along north fence.\nA minimum of 5 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/masonry-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Restoration Services\, Inc.\, 9810 Fairbanks North Houston Rd\, Houston\, 77064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Resources Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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