AIA Houston

Towers & Trees Walking Tour
2025-03-29 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | One Shell Plaza, 910 Smith Street, Houston, 77027, United States
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 skyscraper boom of the 70’s and 80’s, and Discovery Green, the newest catalyst for downtown development in Houston.
Meet outside One Shell Plaza at 910 Smith Street on the corner of Walker and Smith Street across the street from City Hall and the reflecting pool in Hermann Square. Garage and street parking available in the area.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT.
AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.

River Oaks Theatre Tour
2025-04-02 10:00 - 11:00 | River Oaks Theatre, 2009 W Gray Street, Houston, TX, 77019, United States
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 theaters built by Interstate Theatre Corporation. After closing its doors more than two years ago, the historic River Oaks Theatre recently reopened with a newly renovated interior, expansive food and drink menu and eclectic lineup of classic films and live performances. The reopening comes after the theater shut its doors in 2021, following failed lease negotiations. But nearly a year after the iconic theater closed, Culinary Khancepts bought the property, giving the beloved venue a new lease on life. Now, after an extensive renovation effort, the theater is rolling out the red carpet.
Join the Historic Resources Committee as we get a behind the scenes look at the restoration of the theater’s classic Art Deco architecture.

April 2, 2025
10am-11am
AIA credit: 1.0 LU

2025 MGMC Interim Review
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Kirksey Architecture, 6909 Portwest Dr, Houston, 77024, United States
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 questions. Students will meet with each architect for 10-15 minutes.
This event will also include a tour of Kirksey Architecture.
Deadline to register is Friday, April 5 by noon.
An annual ideas competition with an emphasis on creative problem solving and graphic presentation, the Michael G. Meyers Design & Scholarship Competition is sponsored by the Architecture Center Houston Foundation, the Houston Chapter of AIA and local architectural firms and affiliates. The Competition Committee hosts a series of events to help the students learn basic architectural design skills and understand the competition requirements. Projects are due in April and the winners will be announced at an awards ceremony at Architecture Center Houston. All Houston area high school students are eligible to participate regardless of class affiliation or age. Students are requested to enter only once per year as either a member of a team or as an individual. Teachers and Counselors are encouraged to promote this scholarship competition.
Upcoming Events:

Projects Due
Each project MUST have a Student Project Form attached to the backside. Forms can be found here.
Friday, May 9. Drop off at Architecture Center Houston by 5:00pm
Awards Ceremony
Thursday, May 15
6:00 pm
Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St, Houston, 77002
Register here.

EP Firm Tour: Dillon Kyle Architects
2025-04-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Dillon Kyle Architects, 1500 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, United States
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 limited and RSVP is required.
About the firm:

Dillon Kyle Architects is an architecture firm specializing in custom residential and commercial work. Our practice honors the crucial role of exploration in the design of a place—how curiosity can culminate in the sublime mingling of livability and beauty.
With both exploration and rigor written into their origin stories, our projects are as responsive to client needs as they are to environmental conditions. A calming sense of purpose balances their warm unfoldability—offering an invitation to settle in, peek around, and allow yourself to be delighted by what you discover.

TertuLiAs
2025-04-08 18:30 - 20:00 | GSMA, 3815 Montrose Blvd #210, Houston, TX, 77006, United States
Join the Latinos in Architecture (LiA) Committee for a series of intimate conversations with leadership from firms of different sizes about workplace culture, efforts to place historically underrepresented individuals in leadership positions, and supporting a diverse pipeline from high school to college and architects pursuing licensure.
The series begins with three Latino managing principals of small-sized firms, including Victoria Goldstein, AIA (VG Studio), Michael Gonzales (Protolab Architects), and Rogelio Hernandez, AIA (English + Associates Architects). These leaders will candidly discuss what motivated them to take the leap and start their firms, their biggest challenges, and the culture they hope to cultivate within their firms.
Hosted and sponsored by GSMA

About the Panelists
Victoria Goldstein, AIA began her practice, VG Studio in Houston on 2014 . VG studio is an Architecture office ranging from park projects to ‘petit residential Architecture’. VG Studio has design and built homes in Houston and Buenos Aires, both small and large. Victoria has ample experience collaborating with engineers, artists and local communities, VG Studio’s designs emerge as truly collaborative experience, taylor-made and integrating state of the art craft with digital fabrication. Selected projects include spectator and art spaces for the Downtown Jamail Skatepark in the Eleanor Tinsley Park, “Tiny House” in Houston, “Montrose Casitas”, “Casa Ron” in Houston as well as the Werner Center Art Gate in Los Angeles. During Victoria’s work at Arup Associates in London she designed the façade for the Coventry University of Engineering and Computing. These projects integrate Architecture, Engineering and Art. . Previous work experience includes United Visual Artists, Zaha Hadid Architects and Arup Associates, all in London, UK.
Victoria taught Architecture thesis in the Architecture Masters at UH 2011-2016. Selected crits and student reviews include, Rice University, Pratt Institute, Architectural Association (London) and Tate Outreach Program (London). She also directed 4 Architectural Association Visiting schools in Houston (University of Houston) and Buenos Aires (Universidad Torcuato Di Tella).
Victoria earned her professional degree in Architecture at Universidad de Buenos Aires, FADU and her masters at the Architectural Association in London
Michael Gonzales is the owner and principal of Protolab Architects. Michael specializes in digital fabrication innovation for civic, cultural and commercial projects. He has extensive experience working with the latest fabrication technologies to develop efficient strategies for optimal construction and project delivery at all scales and complexities. Michael is also an Instructional Associate Professor at the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design where he focuses on the integration of digital design and fabrication. He actively publishes and lectures on emerging techniques in computation and design
Rogelio Hernandez, AIA received a Master of Architecture from Texas Tech University and began his career in Corpus Christi, TX. Since moving to Houston in 2021 he has been active with the AIA Houston Chapter on Small Firm Roundtable committee and TAC committee. He is the Managing Principal of English + Associates Architects, a multi-discipline firm focused on delivering civic, educational, aviation and commercial projects. Rogelio is passionate about school design and impacting human well-being through thoughtful building design.

2025 Trivia Night
2025-04-09 18:00 - 20:30 | TX
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 of the event an experienced trivia hosts will orchestrate trivia teams through 6 rounds of Trivia. Trivia rounds will include random themed rounds, including CE questions. Prizes and the coveted trophy will be awarded to the top team. Additional prizes will be awarded to participants throughout the event.

Register by April 1
Additionally, please submit your TEAM REGISTRATION FORM to Aleks Savitski at aleks@aiahouston.org and copy Matt Duggan mduggan@brwarch.com.
EVENT SCHEDULE
6:00 PM – Event arrival and team/individual sign-in
6:30 – 6:45 PM – Introductions and rules
6:45 – 8:30 PM – Trivia + Prizes.
RULES
1. Rules for trivia scoring will be explained at the event.
2. The winning team must have at least one AIA member on it to receive the coveted trophy. Or the trophy will be given to the next team in line.
3. Teams should consist of 4-6 members. Each Team shall have a team captain fill out the Team registration form and submit it before the registration deadline.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE HERE
ABOUT TAC
The Texas Society of Architects maintains an active government relations program to promote the interests of its membership. Through the Texas Society of Architects Committee (TAC), an unincorporated political action organization allowed under Section 527 of the IRS Code, TAC raises funds for contributions to candidates running for public office. The profession’s only state PAC supports those who demonstrate leadership, responsiveness, good judgment and a willingness to work with architects advocating for safe, beautiful, sustainable environments.

Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
2025-04-12 09:00 - 11:00 | John P. McGovern Commons Building, 6550 Bertner Ave, Houston, TX, 77030
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.
Meet 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.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
Course Number: TMCWT1
AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.

Soar to High Heights: Brava
2025-04-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Brava, 414 Milam St, Houston, TX, 77002
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 and the bird’s eye views they provide. Observation decks have closed or limited tenant access only due to increasing security concerns.
ArCH’s Soar to High Heights tour series invites the community to explore our local skyscrapers’ history, architecture, and access to the top. We will explore iconic and recently completed skyscrapers in Houston’s skyline.
Featured Location
Brava
2022, Munoz + Albin
Located on the former Houston Chronicle site, Brava is a 46-story luxury apartment tower making it the tallest multifamily high-rise in downtown Houston. It features panoramic views of the Central Business District, Market Square Park, Sesquicentennial Park, and Buffalo Bayou.
The tower is situated on the site at a 45-degree angle, which allows for uninterrupted views and maximizes natural light to all residents. The entrance is angled towards Market Square Park, creating a nice relationship between the residents in the park. The building’s massing takes the shape of a ‘glass sail,’ a nod to Houston being a port city, twisting and giving the illusion of being unusually slender. The building amenities include a collaborative workspace, lounge areas, a demonstration kitchen, an aqua lounge, fitness room, and swimming pool.
The common space interiors, designed by MaRS, pay homage to the former Houston Chronicle building, by subtly incorporating the physical presence of a newspaper, from the consistent use of black and white materials. Houston-based artist Robynn Sanders, with Maverick Murals Art and Design completed MaRS’s vision in incorporating concrete columns into the building’s lobby, which tell a story of Houston’s milestone events as recorded across the Houston Chronicle headlines from the 1920s into the 2000s.
Join us for a tour of The Brava with developer Hines and design architect Munoz + Albin.
Design Team
Developer: Hines, Cresset Wealth Advisors, and Levy Family Partners
Design Architect: Munoz + Albin
Architect of Record: House+Partners and Kirksey Architecture
Interiors: MaRS
AIA Credit: 1.5 LUs

Facades+
2025-04-24 08:00 - 19:00 | Four Seasons Houston, 1300 Lamar St., Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Facades+ returns with an all-new program featuring the latest developments in building enclosure design and technology
Everything from high-performance facades, to new iconic projects across the city and region, and strategies for increasing climate resilience and energy performance.
Earn 6 AIA HSW Credits
AIA Houston members can enjoy a 100% discount on the registration fee.
Please register here and choose “AEC Professionsal” under “Registration Type.”
Input the code AIAHOUS in the Discount Code section.
For more information, vist www.facadesplus.com/houston/

University of Houston RAD Center Building Tour
2025-04-24 16:00 - 17:30 | university of houston
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

The Retail, Auxiliary, and Dining (RAD) Center is a new campus heart for the University of Houston, replacing an underground dining facility that was severely damaged during Hurricane Harvey.

The first mass timber project on campus, the RAD Center complements a striking wooden structure with inspiration drawn from the surrounding campus woodlands. Vertical façade rhythms, multi-story spatial overlaps, and upper story glass reflect the tree canopy and showcase the interior activity, blurring the threshold between inside and out. The result is a vertical beacon: an invite to “dine in the woods”.

Positioned as a “third place” outside of the home or classroom, the RAD Center infills an existing gap in the campus experience and master plan—creating a space where students are invited to gather, linger, eat, study, and be well.
Location — https://uh.edu/maps/#/find/RAD

Student Portfolio Review
2025-04-24 17:00 - 19:30 | Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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 up
8:30 pm – Adjourn

Speakers and Portfolio Reviewers

Megan Ebert, RID, IIDA, NCIDQ
Principal, Kendall/Heaton Associates
Megan Ebert is the Director of Kendall/Heaton Associates’ Interiors practice, which offers a complete range of architectural design services from programming, space planning, material and furniture selection, and design development to budget development, construction documentation and administration. The Interiors group is a valuable resource for the base building architecture practice, as well as, a collaborator on specific projects.
In her 16 years of experience, Megan has successfully managed corporate, government, hospitality, manufacturing and distribution facility, and building renovation projects in Texas, Virginia, and Maryland. She has assisted owners with their building re-positioning projects, developing concepts to attract and retain tenants in their existing office buildings. Whether programming for a corporate headquarters or solving a complex construction issue, Megan’s attention to detail and team approach to problem solving has been an asset to her clients.
Megan is a graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Interior Architecture degree, a Registered Interior Designer in the State of Texas, and holds a NCIDQ certificate.
She has served in various leadership positions in IIDA and is a Past President of the Texas Oklahoma Chapter and Leaders Breakfast Co-Chair. Megan continues to dedicate her time to the development of young professionals in the Houston City Center’s Emerging Leaders Program. On a national level, Megan leads a committee for CIDQ developing the Interior Design Professional Exam.

Jim O’Neill
Principal, OnWorks Design
What do you do as an encore after 40 years of building successful and award-winning Design and Architecture firms? Build an even better one of course!
Jim is our Principal Thinker, a title he earned by not only designing amazing architecture spaces for clients but by focusing on their root business problems and solving them. It does not matter if the problem relates to optimizing office space, rethinking business flow, solving manufacturing problems, or addressing sales issues. Jim uses the same out-of-the-box thinking and design principles he learned as an architect to solve any business problems affecting customers.

Jeff Horning, RID
Associate Principal, Rottet Studio
Jeff Horning is an Associate Principal at Rottet Studio with more than 30 years of interior architecture and design experience spread over a variety of commercial and hospitality projects. Jeff has served as a Project Architect for numerous complex, multi-phase projects spanning multiple project types. His experience ranges from property analysis, programming, design development, brand reinforcement and construction administration to FF&E and infrastructure coordination. Prior to securing his second degree, extensive experience with exhibit design and fabrication enabled Jeff to amass a considerable construction methodology skill set. Jeff also serves in a QA/QC capacity for the Rottet Studio Houston office. His adept capacity to resolve design challenges while maintaining a focus on overall project concepts and goals enable him to maintain a distinct connection with client and project team.

Roseann Pisklak, IIDA, CHID, EDAC, LEED AP
Principal, Lead Interior Designer, Page
Roseann is the firmwide Interior Design Practice Leader at Page. Working with healthcare and academic institutions, her decades of diverse experience has taught her that everyone has a purpose within the missions and communities they serve. Whether it be improving lives, sculpting the next generation of leaders, or discovering scientific breakthroughs, she is ready to help you create healthy, meaningful environments that allow you to focus on what matters most—people.

Eggersmann USA - Chef's Night Out
2025-04-24 18:30 - 20:30 | eggersmann USA, 5120 Woodway Ste 250, Houston, TX, 77056, United States
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 Modern Luxury Interiors.
Time: 6:30 – 8:30PM

RSVP HERE

Participating Restaurants:

Drake’s
Coppa

Flora

Norigami

Participating Designers:

Linda Eyles

Letecia Ellis Haywood

Alexandra Killion

Missy Stewart

Rice University Walking Tour
2025-04-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Lovett Hall, 6100 Main, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
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 Lovett Hall to Brochstein Pavilion, this tour will look at some of the more unique, hidden, important and historical features of Rice University’s Campus. In addition to the architecture we will explore the context surrounding each building, the quads, courts and axes, how these elements work together to shape collegiate space.
Tour meets on the front lawn of Lovett Hall, building 1 on the Rice University map, 6100 Main. Recommended parking in Rice University Visitor Lovett Parking Lovett Lot (LS or LN) or Founder’s Court (FC) Visitor’s Lot. Credit card is required to access parking.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
Course Number: RUWT122022
AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.

UH Art & Architecture Bilingual Walking Tour (English and Spanish)
2025-04-26 09:00 - 11:00 | University of Houston – Moores School of Music Building, 333 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77004, United States
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” vistos en el contexto de un plantel universitario y edificios diseñados por arquitectos de renombre como Philip Johnson, Alfred C. Finn, Gensler, Lake|Flato, BNIM y Cesar Pelli.
El recorrido empieza en el patio en frente la escuela de música (Moores School of Music) en la escultura “Winged Woman”. El estacionamiento para visitantes esta al cruzar la calle. El costo del estacionamiento no esta incluido en el registro del recorrido.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
Curso Numero: UHWT2022
NOTA PARA MIEMBROS DE LA AIA:
Según los estándares nacionales de la AIA, todo curso aprobado como Unidades Educativas de la AIA pueden generar créditos de educación continua para el programa aprobado hasta un plazo de 3 años a partir de la fecha de aprobación siempre y cuando el proveedor de educación continua permanezca de alta. Miembros de la AIA pueden repetir el mismo curso, pero no recibirán credito adicional por su participación.

An exploration of art, architecture and campus design on the University of Houston’s main campus. Works by Frank Stella, Jim Love, William King and The Art Guys are found within the context of a campus and buildings designed by notable architects such as Philip Johnson, Alfred C. Finn, Gensler, Lake|Flato, BNIM and Cesar Pelli.
Tour will meet in the courtyard in front of the Moores School of Music by the Winged Woman sculpture. Parking available in adjacent campus visitor’s lot. Parking fees not included in tour registration.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
Course Number: UHWT2022
AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.

Inside the Lines
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Memorial Park Tennis Center, 1500 E Memorial Loop Dr, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
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 practice their tennis swing.
Immersed in Memorial Park, students will create an Architectural Art Journal by honing their observation skills, developing their creativity, and learn how to slow down and record their experiences using watercolor and pattern making.
Students will also be able to step onto the tennis court, where they will be introduced to the fundamentals of tennis, including some fun drills. Beginners are welcome.
Additional Information about the class:

Students will be split into two groups and rotate between the two activities.
This is an outdoor class that will include physical activity if you chose to participate in the tennis portion, so please dress appropriately
This event is perfect for students aged 7-12
All materials will be provided but students can choose to bring their own materials or tennis racket. Students are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. Snacks and bottled water will be available for registered students.
Parking options include metered street parking, and some free street parking can be found in the area.
Parents are welcome to stay or leave and return before noon for pickup.

Please plan to arrive early to allow time to park and check-in. Class will conclude at noon. We encourage family and friends to explore the park and surrounding areas after class.
This event is generously sponsored by the Michael Hsu Office of Architecture.

ARE Study Group - PJM and PCM
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | TX
Rescheduled Date: May 20
Time: 6PM
Location: Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce, Houston, TX 77002
Join us for the ARE Study Group session this year to build your momentum in studying for the ARE. Bring your questions, your notes, your laptops, and your favorite personal study materials to compare with colleagues!
We will focus on the Project Management and Practice Management sections of the exam. Additionally, we will discuss study material and subscriptions that are on the market, answer attendee questions, and provide strategy for approaching and scheduling your exams.
This session will be held at Architecture Center Houston. Light bites and drinks will be provided.
See you there soon!

Demystifying Fellowship
2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:30 | TX
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.
When: April 30 at Noon
Where: Architecture Center Houston
For questions, please contact Aleks Savitski at aleks@aiahouston.org.

Full Day Continuing Education
2025-05-01 08:30 - 14:30 | Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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 Operable Walls – 1.0 AIA LU
Presented by Patrick May, Tudelu
10:00-11:00am
Building Forensics for Architects- 1.0 AIA HSW
Presented by TONER Home Performance
11:00-Noon
Designing with Purpose: The Sustainable Advantage of High Pressure Laminate Surfaces – 1.0 AIA HSW
Presented by Emily Mercer, Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces
12:00-12:30pm
Break for Lunch
12:30-1:30pm
Texas Accessibility: Better Barrier Free Projects – 1.0 AIA HSW (Barrier Free)
Presented by Meghan Simecek, Texas Accessibility Group
1:30-2:30pm
Lighting Design in the Outdoors & Minimization of Environmental Impacts – 1.0 AIA HSW
Presented by Erin Pierce, Landscape Forms, Inc.
AIA Credits Total: 5.0

3.0 HSW
1.0 HSW + Barrier Free
1.0 LU

Total AIA Learning Units:

Individual classes are not available for the event.
Pre-registered pricing includes breakfast and lunch.
Parking is not included.
A minimum of 3 business days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.
Online registration will close Monday, April 28 @ noon
Onsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)

Soar to High Heights: Parkside Residences
2025-05-01 17:00 - 18:30 | Parkside Residences, 808 Crawford St, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
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 and the bird’s eye views they provide. Observation decks have closed or limited tenant access only due to increasing security concerns.
ArCH’s Soar to High Heights tour series invites the community to explore our local skyscrapers’ history, architecture, and access to the top. We will explore iconic and recently completed skyscrapers in Houston’s skyline.
Featured Location
Parkside Residences
2022, Ziegler Cooper Architects
Parkside Residence is the latest addition near Discovery Green. Soaring 470 feet tall, this 43-story skyscraper offers another option for living in downtown Houston.
The building offers sweeping views of downtown Houston and is within walking distance of both the George R. Brown and Daikin Park with ample food and entertainment options.
With architecture by Ziegler Cooper Architects and interior design by Waldrop + Nichols Studio, the 307 units are designed with 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and blackout shades. Residents also have access to a host of amenities: the city’s tallest rooftop pool, a lounge and clubroom, a catering kitchen, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and two guest suites to accommodate short-term residents’ guest stays.
The building’s top floor features 270-degree views and an impressive rooftop pool with indoor and outdoor lounges and a cantilevered observation deck.
The Parkside Residence is part of an ongoing initiative to bring more residents into downtown Houston’s business district. Currently, there are roughly 11,000 people residing downtown – up from 2,085 people in 2000.
Join us for a tour of Parkside Residence with developer High Street Residential and architect Ziegler Cooper.
Design Team
Developer: High Street Residential
Architect: Ziegler Cooper Architects
Interiors: Waldrop + Nicols

AIA Credit: 1.5 LUs

La Izquierda Fest
2025-05-02 14:00 - 2025-05-03 23:00 | TX
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, to Beach Central and the shores of Galveston. This beloved 501(c)(3) nonprofit festival continues to celebrate the best of Third Coast culture with a stacked lineup of rock n’ roll, reggae, funk, and more, plus a longboard surf contest featuring a $2,500 cash purse and epic giveaways.
Event Details
📅 Dates: Friday, May 2 – Saturday, May 3, 2025
📍 Location: Beach Central (Main Stage) & 21st & Seawall (Beach Stage)
🎶 Live Music: Friday and Saturday night at Beach Central, with a special Saturday morning set on the beach for the surf contest
⏰ Hours: Friday 2 PM – 11 PM | Surf at 7 AM Saturday | Saturday Main Stage 2 PM – 11 PM
A Lineup That Defines the Gulf Coast Sound
GALVEZTON | DEM | Come See My Dead Person | India Tigers in Texas | Bayou City Funk | Deltaphonic | Shame on Me | The Point | Flower Graves | Sean Lucy | Dead Canyon Family Reunion | Tyson Webb | Austin Gaston | After Mañana | Superfónicos | Soulfiya | Britney Doyal | He Dead | Ojos Rojos | Kevin Anderson
High-Stakes Surf Competition
La Izquierda’s longboard competition is all about style, flow, and good vibes, and this year’s divisions offer something for everyone:
Womens Division
Mens Division
Legends Division (55 & Up – New for 2025!)
Groms Expression Session (14 & Under)
For tickets, surf competition entry, VIP cabana rentals, and sponsorship inquiries, visit www.laizzyfest.com.

Heights Bicycle Tour
2025-05-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Milroy Park, 1205 Yale St, Houston, 77008, United States
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 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.
Tour will meet at Milroy Park, 1205 Yale St, 77008. If you drive, we ask that you park in the street.
AIA Credit: 2 LUs

Stone & Design: Innovation and Market Trends in Texas
2025-05-05 12:30 - 13:15 | Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The panel provides a comprehensive overview of the Texas architecture and design market as it relates to the use of natural stone. Part of the We Speak Stone business mission, the session brings together international producers and U.S.-based professionals to foster meaningful industry dialogue and collaboration.

The discussion will highlight the use of marble and natural stone in a variety of architectural contexts—hospitality, residential, and commercial—with insights into regional design preferences and the role of stone in both landmark and contemporary buildings. It will also explore economic development trends in major urban centers such as Houston, Austin, and Dallas. Panelists will also discuss market entry strategies tailored to Texas. This includes guidance on establishing partnerships with architects, designers, and developers, and navigating logistical and regulatory factors.

The session is structured to deliver both strategic knowledge and actionable insights, followed by a networking opportunity that encourages further professional exchange.

Panel: Stone & Design: Innovation and Market Trends in Texas
MC: Filo Castore -Managing Principal | JACOBS
Speaker: July Cash -Senior Interior Designer -Senior Associate | HOK

AIA Credit: 1.0 LU
Register Here

Free and open to the public. Lunch provided to all RSVPs.

Clays for College
2025-05-06 11:30 - 17:00 | Greater Houston Sports Club, 6700 McHard Rd, Houston, TX, 77053, United States
The 4th Annual Clays for College shooting event, a fundraiser supporting the MGMC Scholarship Fund has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 6. What a fun way to help raise scholarship money for high school students as they prepare to become future Architects. This will be a day of support, competition, recreation, and fun. Participation is open to all.

EVENT SCHEDULE
11:30am Event Registration & Lunch
12:45pm Safety Briefing
1pm Course tournament and Four Man Flurry
3:30pm Award Ceremony and Reception

TEAM OR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION
Register as a team or individual below.
Deadline to register is Tuesday, April 29Clays for College Team – $1,200
Team of four (4), signage at registration, lunch, golf cart, ammoIndividual Ticket – $400
Placed on a team of four (4), lunch, golf cart, ammoSPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor registration can be found hereABOUT MGMC
Michael G. Meyers Design & Scholarship Competition (MGMC) is an annual event sponsored by Architecture Center Houston Foundation and AIA Houston. This is an ideas competition for high school students, that emphasizes creative problem-solving. Students participate in a series of events, led by architects, such as learning basic architectural drawing skills, and how to understand clients’ needs. Winning students receive scholarships to a university or college of their choice.The program has awarded over $250,000.00 in scholarships over the years. And, many of the past participants have returned to support the program after graduating from college with architecture degrees.Sponsorship opportunities are available here.
Contact Terry Nesch at terry@tonerhp.com or Jennifer Ward, jennifer@aiahouston.org, with any questions.
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Golf Cart Sponsor

Montrose Walking Tour
2025-05-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Menil Collection Bookstore, 1520 Sul Ross, Houston, TX, 77006, United States
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.
Meet outside the Menil Collection Bookstore across from Bistro Menil, 1520 Sul Ross, 77006. Street and lot parking available.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU
AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.
This event is sold out.

MGMC 2025 Awards Ceremony & Reception
2025-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us for the 2025 MGMC Award Ceremony!
Architecture Center Houston and AIA Houston will announce the winners of the 2025 Michael G. Meyers Design and Ideas Scholarship Competition.
This year’s MGMC award ceremony will be hosted at Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St, Houston, TX 77002 on May 15 at 6pm.
Please 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.

Towers & Trees Walking Tour
2025-05-17 09:00 - 11:00 | One Shell Plaza, 910 Smith Street, Houston, 77027, United States
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 skyscraper boom of the 70’s and 80’s, and Discovery Green, the newest catalyst for downtown development in Houston.
Meet outside One Shell Plaza at 910 Smith Street on the corner of Walker and Smith Street across the street from City Hall and the reflecting pool in Hermann Square. Garage and street parking available in the area.
AIA Credit: 2.0 LU

AIA MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:
Per 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.

Houston's Design Gala
2025-05-17 19:00 - 23:59 | 713 Music Hall, 401Franklin St, Houston, TX, 77201, United States
Houston’s Design Gala

Saturday, May 17, 2025

7pm – midnight
713 Music Hall
Houston, TX

Proceeds from the Gala benefit programs of Architecture Center Houston.

Program includes:

Award Presentation and Recognition of the winners of the Ben Brewer Young Architects Award and the AIA Houston Firm Award
Seated Dinner
Silent Auction
Networking and Live Music

Benefitting Architecture Center Houston
Proceeds from the Gala benefit the programs of the Architecture Center Houston (ArCH). ABOUT ArCH: ArCH: 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. ArCH 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. Over the years, the Architecture Center Houston Foundation has given over $400,000 for community assistance, publications, educational projects, exhibitions, and public service. Grantees have included: Blueprint 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. Expected Outreach: 800-1000 attendees. The event is publicized widely across the architecture, construction, and engineering community. Sponsorships for this event are tax deductible as charitable contributions.
Follow this link to reserve your seats: Houston’s Design Gala – AIA Houston

Tee Up for Success
2025-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 | East River 9, 65 Hirsch Rd, Houston, TX, 77020, United States
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.
Don’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.

Registration Options:
Standard admission $95:

30 minutes golf clinic session working with pro golfers
unlimited balls on the driving range and putting green; club provided
networking
2 drink tickets, heavy apps, and 1 raffle ticket

Networking Admission $75

Includes 2 drink tickets, heavy apps, and 1 raffle ticket
Excludes clinics and putting green

Add a round playing 9-holes to your ticket, $50 (must register in advance)
Note, Tee times are set and must be followed—any delays may result in forfeiting your spot to keep the pace of play on track. Please arrive no later than 5:15 PM. You will be grouped with up to three other participants from our event. If you have a preferred playing partner(s), email Rhonda@aiahouston.org.

Advanced registration required. Onsite registration is not available.
Registration closes Friday, May 23 @ Noon
Cancellation Policy: A minimum of 7 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Please 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.

GOLD SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR

Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program (CKLDP) Info Session (2025-2026)
2025-06-04 17:00 - 18:00 | TX
Interested in spending meaningful time with fellow architects, industry and community leaders? The AIAH Emerging Professionals is preparing for the 2025-2026 class of the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program.
The year-long program consists of nine individual half-day sessions attended by a competitively selected group of 16 emerging professionals from Houston. The curriculum focuses on core skills such as entrepreneurship and firm management, the art of negotiation, bringing in new clients, community leadership, industry culture, and developing one’s future within the practice. The program will begin in September 2025.
Come join this diverse and passionate group of practice professionals. Get those letters of recommendation ready!
RSVP for an information session below:
Wednesday June 4, 5:00pm on Zoom.
Tuesday, June 10, noon on Zoom.
For more information about CKLDP visit here.
The Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program (CKLDP) was founded in 2013 by the Emerging Architects Committee as part of the AIA|DC Chapter. Since its founding, the CKLDP has been established in Washington DC, Denver, Detroit, Miami, Georgia and Houston, and strives to carry forward Christopher’s legacy by actively training and nurturing the next generation of leaders within the architectural profession.
Zoom link will be sent a few days before the info session.

Saving the Astrodome: The Journey Continues
2025-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Architecture Center Houston, 902 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Photo Credit: Astrodome Conservancy
Want to know more about what is happening to the Astrodome? Join us for a presentation by Beth Wiedower Jackson Executive Director of the Astrodome Conservancy.
The Astrodome – the “8th Wonder of the World” – is the world’s first domed stadium and Houston’s iconic landmark. Opened in 1965, it was revolutionary for its time in audacity, design, and engineering, and was a symbol of Houston and America’s bravado. Home to the MLB Astros and the NFL Oilers, as well as the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, the Astrodome was at the heart of Houston life for more than four decades. After losing its last permanent tenant in 2002 when the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo moved to the NRG Stadium and its closing in 2009, the Dome almost faced the wrecking ball in 2013. The efforts of Beth Wiedower Jackson, former National Trust staff and current Executive Director of the Astrodome Conservancy and several citizens changed the fate of the Dome. Since 2014 many ideas have been proposed for the reuse of the Dome. There are several constraints that make reuse of the Dome challenging, such as the Astrodome’s location in the middle of NRG Park, the large size of the structure itself, the need to complement the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) Texans activities in NRG Park, and the desire to be financially sustainable while also benefiting the public. Beth will walk us through the journey to save the Dome and the challenges faced in implementing the most recent vision.

Thursday, June 5
5:30pm-7:30pm
AIA Credit: 1.5 LU
Light bites and drinks provided

Construction Notice & Parking:
Effective June 2, the Main Street project is entering Phase 1, which will impact the west side of Main Street, including a staging area along the 900 block of Commerce. Please plan accordingly when driving to the Architecture Center. Construction is expected to increase traffic congestion, and a sold-out event will further impact parking availability in the area.
