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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. \nThis tour is sold out. Please visit our events calendar for upcoming tours. 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/montrose-walking-tour-6/
LOCATION:Menil Collection Bookstore\, 1520 Sul Ross\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:The History and Future of the LULAC Council 60 Clubhouse
DESCRIPTION:For nearly a century\, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) has championed Latino civil rights\, civic inclusion\, educational\, and economic opportunity. \nThe modest\, two-story stucco building that became LULAC Council 60’s home was originally built in 1907 and purchased in 1955 for its members. Council 60 was at the center of Mexican American political organizing in Houston during the 1950s and ‘60s\, a formative time in civil rights history. Its Clubhouse served as the de facto national headquarters of LULAC throughout most of the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement. (The organization’s national office in Washington\, D.C.\, was not established until 1996.) During those two decades of influential civil rights work\, Council 60 advanced voting rights\, desegregated schools\, created job training programs\, and reshaped American democracy. \nThe Historic Council 60 Clubhouse is the last surviving LULAC Clubhouse from the civil rights era in the United States. In 2018\, the Clubhouse was designated a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The only other building in Houston with this recognition is the Astrodome. \nJoin us on Saturday\, February 21\, for a tour of the Historic Council 60 Clubhouse with Mister McKinney\, Mister McKinney’s Historic Houston\, and Daniel Ortiz\, AIA\, of RDLR to hear about the redesign that blends past and present. \nThis event is free and open to the community. \n\nThis event is part of our current exhibition\, Nuestro Ambiente\, on view through March 27\, 2026. \nExhibition and Programming Sponsors:\nInfraTECH; Luis Ayala Studio; Marek; Martinez Architects; Page now Stantec; Spaw Glass; RDLR; McCoy Rockford; and Art Chavez\, AIA. \nAdditional support provided by\nDBR\, Wilson and Catherine Maxey\, and Daniel Ortiz\, AIA
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/the-history-and-future-of-the-lulac-council-60-clubhouse/
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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. \nFeb 24 at 5:30PM 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/
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SUMMARY:ABCBirds101
DESCRIPTION:AIA CES Credit: 1 LU/HSW \nGreen Building Council: 1 credit \nRegister here.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/abcbirds101-an-overview-of-bird-friendly-building-design/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T200000
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SUMMARY:The Order of Place: A Collaborative Process
DESCRIPTION:Join Rice University School of Architecture on Friday\, February 27 for a lecture by Harry K. & Albert K. Smith Professor John Casbarian and former Professor in the Practice Danny Samuels\, cofounders of Taft Architects\, followed by the opening reception of The Order of Place: A Collaborative Process at the Rice School of Architecture. \nLecture\, 5:00 p.m.\nMD Anderson Hall \nExhibition Opening and Reception\, 6:00–8:00 p.m.\nCannady Hall
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/the-order-of-place-a-collaborative-process/
LOCATION:William T. Cannady Hall\, Rice School of Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T110000
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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. \nThis tour’s registration is closed. Please visit our events calendar for upcoming tours.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/texas-medical-center-walking-tour-6/
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:20260305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T200000
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SUMMARY:Equity Series Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a group discussion on supporting health at work\, led by Carrie Hirdes\, followed by a session of desk-format meditation and sound healing by local yogi Lesley Monroy \nWomen’s health challenges are often treated as private issues\, limiting transparency\, empathy\, and meaningful support. The 2026 Equity Series brings these experiences to the forefront to highlight how individuals and leaders can reshape workplaces to better reflect the realities of women’s lives. \nThis workshop aims to help participants in grounding their lived experiences within the broader context of workplace wellbeing and equipping attendees with practices that provide relief during times of high-stress. \nPart I \nChaplain Carrie Hirdes (Memorial Hermann Hospital) will lead participants to discuss current hot topics such as burnout\, unconscious biases\, and the responsibilities businesses and leaders have to the health of their employees. In addition\, the group will discuss their individual perspectives and what responsibilities we have to ourselves to maintain personal health and goals. \nPart II \nLesley Monroy will guide participants through one hour of a combination of sound healing and meditation that focuses on personal reflection. This session will be a “desk-format” meditation that provides an avenue to acknowledge anxiety and reduce mental noise in a proactive way. \n\n\n\n\nLESLEY MONROY – Yoga Teacher \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoga has been an integral part of my life for over two decades\, and as I transitioned from practitioner to instructor over the past six years\, I have maintained my commitment as a lifelong student of this discipline. I am grateful to hold three yoga certifications and am eagerly pursuing further education to enhance my ability to serve you better. My approach is centered on fostering deep\, trusting relationships with my students\, providing a safe space where transformation can occur. This trust enables us to explore the physical and emotional benefits of yoga together\, helping each individual feel more connected\, loved\, and grounded. \nOutside of the studio\, my life is joyfully simple\, shared with my husband and three beloved pets. I am an avid camper and an enthusiastic plant caretaker\, with aspirations to explore all of America’s national parks. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes Wednesday\, March 4\, end of day\nA minimum of 3 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.  Registration is transferable.\nSpace is limited\n\n\n\n  \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! \nEquity Panel Discussion & Workshop \n                                                                     \nInterested in Sponsorship? \nPlease consider becoming a sponsor of the Equity Series Panel Discussion & Workshop. 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.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/workshop/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, 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:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T193000
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SUMMARY:MFAH Antiques Dealers Association Annual Lecture
DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, the MFAH acquired by gift two rare\, rediscovered pieces of Greene & Greene furniture from the architects’ famed 1907 Blacker House\, a masterwork of Arts & Crafts architecture in Pasadena\, California. Dispersed in a yard sale with other contents from the house in 1947\, the music cabinet and chair were bought by a Texas family and remained in that collection until they were donated to the Museum. The cabinet is a unique piece\, made specifically for the living room of the historic house. \nThis lecture positions the Blacker House as the culmination of the Greenes’ Arts & Crafts architecture—with the Museum’s recent acquisitions from the house providing a lens on the brothers’ design philosophy. In their “ultimate bungalows” in Pasadena\, the architects created a distinctly Californian architecture that fused British Arts & Crafts ideals\, American vernacular traditions\, and Asian aesthetic principles. Close analysis reveals the Blacker House as the epitome of a fully realized Gesamtkunstwerk\, where architecture\, furnishings\, and landscape were conceived as an integrated whole. \nAbout the Speaker\nWendy Kaplan has been at LACMA since 2001 as the department head and curator of decorative arts and design. She has held curatorial positions at the Wolfsonian-Florida International University in Miami\, Glasgow Museums in Scotland\, and the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston. A leading expert on late 19th- and 20th-century design\, she has authored\, co-authored\, or edited books including Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico\, 1915–1985 and California Design\, 1930–1965: “Living in a Modern Way.” Kaplan is currently organizing the exhibition Home of the Future\, 1925–1985: Designing Domestic Utopias for LACMA.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/mfah-antiques-dealers-association-annual-lecture/
LOCATION:Museum Fine Arts Houston – Law Building\, 1001 Bissonnet St\, Houston\, TX\, 77005\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MFAH":MAILTO:guestservices@mfah.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T203000
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SUMMARY:Equity Series Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe AIA Houston Women in Architecture Committee is pleased to announce the ninth annual Equity Series\, What We Carry: Unspoken Paths to Workplace Well-being.  \nWomen’s health challenges are often treated as private issues\, limiting transparency\, empathy\, and meaningful support. The 2026 Equity Series brings these experiences to the forefront to highlight how individuals and leaders can reshape workplaces to better reflect the realities of women’s lives. \nThis panel will explore how open dialogue and equity-driven support systems can foster environments where women feel valued and supported at every stage of their careers. Through personal agency as well as intentional leadership\, we aim to identify actionable changes in pursuit of a more equitable practice. \nPanelists  \n\nJuliet Serem-Kiboma\, AIA\, NOMA\, Founder and Principal Architect at Studio Boma\nMahe Hameed\, AIA\, Senior Associate at Huitt-Zollars\nNicola Springer\, AIA\, LEED AP\, Partner & Managing Director\, Pk-12 Practice at Kirksey Architecture\nSamantha Holy\, SPHR\, Chief Human Resources Officer at LEO A DALY\n\nModerator \n\nCarrie Hirdes\, Chaplain\, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center\n\nAIA Credit: 1.5 LU \n  \nDoors Open: 5:30pm \nPanel Discussion: 6:00pm-7:30pm \nSocial: 7:30pm-8:30pm \n\nOnline registration closes Wednesday\, March 4\, end of day\nOnsite registration is available\nA minimum of 3 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.  Registration is transferable.\nSpace is limited\n\n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! \nEquity Panel Discussion & Workshop \n                                                                  \n  \nParity Sponsor \n                 \nInclusivity Sponsor \n    \n     \nInterested in Sponsorship? \nPlease consider becoming a sponsor of the Equity Series Panel Discussion & Workshop. 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.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/equity-series-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:DeLUXE Theater\, 3303 Lyons Ave\, Houston\, 77020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Women in Architecture Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
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SUMMARY:Urban Art Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:This tour will look at public art\, murals\, architecture\, place making and urban planning in Houston.  Tour stops include Market Square Park\, Buffalo Bayou\, Lynn Wyatt Square and areas west of Main Street. Artists featured on this tour include Mel Chin\, Paul Kittelson\, Claes Oldenburg and Dean Ruck. \nMeets in the NE Corner of Market Square Park. Street\, lot and garage parking are available in the area. \nImage: Geometric Mouse X by Claes Oldenburg
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/urban-art-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Market Square Park\, 301 Milam St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, 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:20260310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260218T171641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T164738Z
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SUMMARY:ARE Study Group - All Sections
DESCRIPTION:Time: 5:30 PM \nLocation: Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce \nPresented in partnership with the Women in Architecture\, Emerging Professionals\, and Latinos in Architecture committees. \nJoin us for the New ARE Study Group session to build your momentum in studying for the ARE. Held in a new mentorship-style format\, the session will offer an opportunity to focus on all sections of A.R.E. Bring your questions\, your notes\, your laptops\, and your favorite personal study materials to compare with colleagues! \nAdditionally\, we will discuss study materials and subscriptions available on the market\, answer attendee questions\, and offer a strategy for approaching and scheduling your exams. \nThis session will be held at Architecture Center Houston. Light bites and drinks will be provided. \nSee you there soon!
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/are-study-group-all-sections-2/
LOCATION:902 Commerce\, Houston\, TX 77002\, 902 Commerce\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260224T175248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T221048Z
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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-7/
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:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260226T153437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171934Z
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SUMMARY:Ben Brewer Award Mixer - Honoring Krystyn Haecker
DESCRIPTION:Please join AIA Houston at Fiora’s Bottle Shop on Wednesday\, March 18\, 6:00-7:30 PM for our annual Ben Brewer Award Mixer in honor of Krystyn Haecker\, AIA\, the recipient of the 2025 Ben Brewer Young Architect Award. \nThis mixer is hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee and is open to all members. Don’t miss this opportunity to have some fun and make new acquaintances. Light bites and drinks are complimentary! \nEvery year our chapter recognizes a local young architect for significant contribution to the profession in honor of Ben Brewer. \nRSVP is required as space is limited!
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/ben-brewer-award-mixer/
LOCATION:Fiora’s Bottle Shop\, 888 Westheimer Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260202T222617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T215010Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Trivia Night - Cancelled!
DESCRIPTION:THE EVENT IS CANCELLED! \n________ \nTest 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. Prizes and the coveted trophy will be awarded to the top team. Additional prizes will be awarded to participants throughout the event. \n \nRegister by March 12  \nAdditionally\, please submit your TEAM REGISTRATION FORM to Aleks Savitski at aleks@aiahouston.org and copy Genesis Morales gmorales@pagethink.com.   \nEVENT SCHEDULE \n5:45 – 6:15 PM – Event arrival and team/individual sign-in\n6:15 – 6:30 PM – Introductions and rules\n6:30 – 8:00 PM – Trivia + Prizes. \nRULES \n1. Rules for trivia scoring will be explained at the event.\n2. 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.\n3. 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. \nSPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE HERE  \nABOUT TAC \nThe 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.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/2026-trivia-night/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy and Permitting Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260115T225651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T125929Z
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SUMMARY:Towers & Trees Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeet outside City Hall at the corner of Walker and Smith Street across the street from One Shell Plaza. Garage and street parking available in the area. \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/towers-trees-walking-tour-6/
LOCATION:One Shell Plaza\, 910 Smith Street\, Houston\, 77027\, 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:20260323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260311T200417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T200541Z
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SUMMARY:Designing HERstory: Black Women and the Many Paths to Licensure
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Women’s History Month\, join HNOMA\, UofHNOMAS and UofHBSID for the Designing HERstory: Black Women and the Many Paths to Licensure Panel. \nLess than 1% of licensed architects are Black women. Join us to hear how four Houston women share their journeys toward licensure. \nThis event is part of the Letter to Ms. 1000: Black Woman HERstory Tour. And in collaboration with the UH Black Students in Design and UH National Organization of Minority Architecture Students\, “the black mindset.” art exhibit. \nPanelists include Melvalean McLemore-Catina\, Fallon Barrett\, Camille EJ Lewis\, and Isabelle Ndoumy-Kouakou. \nModerators are Amber Gaines and Edes Imoyera. \nAdditional information can be found here.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/designing-herstory-black-women-and-the-many-paths-to-licensure/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260302T163022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T174232Z
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SUMMARY:Student Portfolio Review
DESCRIPTION:Join the Interior Architecture Committee for their student portfolio review. \nThis event is an opportunity for interior design and architecture students to learn from design professionals with a range of backgrounds\, experiences\, and career paths. The evening will begin with a panel discussion about life and career after design school\, followed by a one-on-one portfolio review session where students can receive thoughtful feedback from professionals in the field. While not a career fair\, the event is meant to offer encouragement\, constructive input\, and a chance to make meaningful connections. \nGenerously sponsored by:\nPDR Corp.\nMicki Washington\, NOMA\, AIA\, IIDA\, LEED AP\nJames Thomas\, FAIA \n \nSchedule\n5:00 pm – Arrivals and setup\n5:30 pm – Keynote/Panel\n6:30 pm – Portfolio Reviews\n7:30 pm – Wrap up\n8:30 pm – Adjourn \n  \nPanelists and Reviewers \nMegan Ebert\, Moderator \nMegan Ebert is the Director of Interiors at Kendall/Heaton Associates\, where she leads a practice focused on programming\, space planning\, material and furniture selection\, and construction documentation. With 24 years of experience across corporate\, government\, hospitality\, manufacturing\, and renovation projects\, she is known for her collaborative approach\, attention to detail\, and strong problem-solving skills. She is also deeply committed to mentoring young professionals and supporting the next generation of designers. \n  \nAdam Cook\, Panelist \nAdam Cook is a Houston-native who graduated from the University of Houston with degrees in Architecture and Entrepreneurship. After school\, Adam worked for Knoll; he was director of sales and marketing for six Roche Bobois stores\, before opening Shop in 2018. \nShop represents design-forward furniture\, lighting and rug brands for the Houston market. \nShop now has two showrooms (one more contract/commercial-focused\, one more residential-focused) in the Decorative Center Houston. \n  \nMichael Zapeda\, Panelist \nMichael Zepeda is a Design Director and Associate Principal at PBK Architects\, where he leads immersive experience design efforts for K-12 and civic clients. His work integrates technology\, storytelling\, and spatial design to create engaging\, hands-on learning environments. Michael develops interactive exhibits\, digital environments\, and experiential spaces that help architecture become an active tool for discovery\, exploration\, and education. \n  \nIleana Luna\, Panelist \nIleana Luna is an interior designer at PBK Architects and a graduate of the University of Houston\, where she earned a degree in Interior Architecture. She supports the design and development of K-12 interior environments\, bringing creativity\, attention to detail\, and a thoughtful approach to spaces that are both functional and engaging. Her work reflects a strong interest in human-centered design and creating environments that positively impact the people who use them. \n  \n  \n  \nArianne Gonzato\, Panelist \nArianne is a dynamic Interior Designer at Page\, now Stantec. She has over 10 years of experience and a strong foundation in business strategy\, financial management\, and high-level design execution. A proven leader in design innovation and operations\, Arianne blends artistic vision with business acumen to deliver transformative spaces across corporate\, healthcare\, retail\, industrial\, landlord and capital improvement projects. \n  \n  \n  \nMembers of the AIA Houston Interior Architecture Committee will assist with one-on-one portfolio reivews.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/student-portfolio-review-2/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interior Architecture Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Moreno":MAILTO:alexm@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260211T212925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T213243Z
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SUMMARY:How to Achieve Superior Building Envelope Performance in Rainscreen Wall Design
DESCRIPTION:Join BEC Houston: \n \n  \nAdditional Information: \n5:00pm Check In / Registration \n5:30pm-6:30pm Presentation \nParking is not included \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR UNDERWRITER SPONSOR! 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/how-to-achieve-superior-building-envelope-performance-in-rainscreen-wall-design/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosure Council Committee,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260221T130543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T160251Z
UID:10000241-1774513800-1774535400@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:Full Day Continuing Education
DESCRIPTION:We cordially invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education\n  \n8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration \n9:00-10:00am\nFundamentals of Structural Engineering: Insights for Designers and Architects  – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Sarah Briscoe\, PE\, Garver \n10:00-11:00am\nAcetylated Wood in Outdoor Kitchens – 1.0 AIA LU\nPresented by Evan Soltoff\, eggersmann USA \n11:00-Noon\nEnhancing Fire Resistance with Advanced PVC Solutions- 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by AZEK Building Products \n12:00-12:30pm\nBreak for Lunch  \n12:30-1:30pm\nChoose Your Own Adventure: The Operable Wall Chapter – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Audree Garcia\, TRW Family of Companies \n1:30-2:30pm\nThe Art of Specifying Quartz – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Lauren Battistini\, Cambria \n\n  \nTotal AIA Learning Units: 5.0 (4/HSW and 1/LU) \n\nIndividual classes are not available for the event.\nPre-registered pricing includes breakfast and lunch\nParking is not included\nA minimum of 3 business days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation\nOnline registration will close Friday\, March 20\nOnsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)\n\n\n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/full-day-continuing-education-6/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260225T191229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T191729Z
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SUMMARY:It Takes A Village
DESCRIPTION:As many parents and caregivers will attest\, “it takes a village” to raise children – and for many aspiring architects\, the same is true when preparing for licensure exams. AIAH Women in Architecture (WiA) committee and HNOMA are joining forces to build a community tailored for parents and caregivers in the industry who are navigating the challenges of licensure preparation. \nWe want to hear from you! \nJoin us for an Open Forum where we’ll discuss your needs\, challenges\, and ideas for the kind of resources and support that would make a real difference. \nPlease RSVP: In-Person Forum – Thursday\, March 26th from 5:30-7:30p \n\nWhether you’re just starting the process or already deep into studying\, your voice is important. Let’s build this village – together.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/it-takes-a-village-3/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, 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:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260112T044354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T143049Z
UID:10000218-1774688400-1774695600@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:Rice University Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTour 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. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \nCourse Number: RUWT122022 \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. \n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/rice-university-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:Lovett Hall\, 6100 Main\, Houston\, TX\, 77005\, 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:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260213T163709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T154409Z
UID:10000238-1774692000-1774699200@architecturehouston.org
SUMMARY:2026 MGMC Interim Review
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event will also include a tour of CannonDesign. \nParking: CannonDesign has a parking garage that charges $4-$6. \nDeadline to register is Friday\, March 27. \nAn 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 the 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. \nUpcoming Events:\n \nProjects Due\nEach project MUST have a Student Project Form attached to the backside. Forms can be found here.\nFriday\, May 1\, by 5 pm or Saturday\, May 2\, 10am-noon.\nDeliver to Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St\, 77002 \nAwards Ceremony\nThursday\, May 7\n6:00 pm\nArchitecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St\, Houston\, 77002\nRegister here
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/2026-mgmc-interim-review/
LOCATION:CannonDesign\, 3737 Buffalo Speedway #1200\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGMC Design Competition Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20251118T184712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T184820Z
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SUMMARY:Clays for College
DESCRIPTION: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 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.\n\n EVENT SCHEDULE 11:30am                   Event Registration & Lunch 12:45pm                   Safety Briefing 1:00pm                     Course tournament and Four Man Flurry 3:30pm                     Award Ceremony and Reception\n\n TEAM OR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION Register as a team or individual below. Clays for College Team – $900 – Deadline to register is March 23.Team of four (4)\, lunch\, golf cart\, and ammo. Individual Ticket – $300 – Deadline to register is March 23.Placed on a team of four (4)\, lunch\, golf cart\, and ammo. SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES – Available until March 14Sponsor registration can be found hereSponsorship purchases are tax-deductible as charitable contributions\n\nTitle Sponsor – $7\,000 Sponsorship recognition as “Title Sponsor” at Clays for College and the MGMC Award Ceremony. Scholarship named in recognition of Title Sponsor for 2026. Two teams of four (4) and benefits. Two four-man flurry tickets. Gold Sponsor – $3\,500  Sponsorship recognition at Clays for College and MGMC Award Ceremony. Scholarship named in recognition of Gold Sponsor for 2026. One team of four (4) and benefits. Golf Cart Sponsor – $5\,000 – sold outSponsorship recognition at Clays for College and MGMC Award Ceremony. Company-branded signage on team golf carts. One team of four (4) and benefits. Lunch Sponsor – $3\,000 – limited to two sponsors Sponsorship recognition at the lunch station and MGMC Award Ceremony. One team of four (4) and benefits. Beverage Sponsor – $3\,000  Sponsorship recognition at the beverage station\, golf carts\, and MGMC Award Ceremony. One team of four (4) and benefits.  ABOUT MGMCMichael 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 understanding 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.Contact Jennifer Ward\, jennifer@aiahouston.org\, with any questions. \n\n\n\nSponsors\nGold Sponsor\n \nGolf Cart Sponsor\n \nBeverage Sponsor\n     
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/clays-for-college-2/
LOCATION:Greater Houston Sports Club\, 6700 McHard Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77053\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGMC Design Competition Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Ward":MAILTO:jennifer@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260121T211025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211025Z
UID:10000223-1775898000-1775905200@architecturehouston.org
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:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260319T142901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142901Z
UID:10000257-1775912400-1775919600@architecturehouston.org
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:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260323T181124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T181637Z
UID:10000259-1776164400-1776173400@architecturehouston.org
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:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260330T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211131Z
UID:10000261-1776186000-1776193200@architecturehouston.org
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:20260403T200903
CREATED:20260324T165117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193003Z
UID:10000258-1776189600-1776196800@architecturehouston.org
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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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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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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