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SUMMARY:Full Day Continuing Education
DESCRIPTION:We cordially invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Seminars.\n  \n8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration \n9:00-10:00am\nInnovative Solutions for Privacy and Space Management: An Overview of Operable Walls – 1.0 AIA LU\nPresented by Patrick May\, Tudelu \n10:00-11:00am\nBuilding Forensics for Architects- 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by TONER Home Performance \n11:00-Noon\nDesigning with Purpose: The Sustainable Advantage of High Pressure Laminate Surfaces – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Emily Mercer\, Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces \n12:00-12:30pm\nBreak for Lunch  \n12:30-1:30pm\nTexas Accessibility: Better Barrier Free Projects – 1.0 AIA HSW (Barrier Free)\nPresented by Meghan Simecek\, Texas Accessibility Group \n1:30-2:30pm\nLighting Design in the Outdoors & Minimization of Environmental Impacts – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Erin Pierce\, Landscape Forms\, Inc. \nAIA Credits Total: 5.0 \n\n3.0 HSW\n1.0 HSW + Barrier Free\n1.0 LU\n\nTotal AIA Learning Units: \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 Monday\, April 28 @ noon\nOnsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)\n\n\n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/full-day-continuing-education-may-2025-2/
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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SUMMARY:Soar to High Heights: Parkside Residences
DESCRIPTION: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. \nArCH’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. \nFeatured Location\nParkside Residences\n2022\, Ziegler Cooper Architects \nParkside Residence is the latest addition near Discovery Green. Soaring 470 feet tall\, this 43-story skyscraper offers another option for living in downtown Houston. \nThe 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. \nWith 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. \nThe building’s top floor features 270-degree views and an impressive rooftop pool with indoor and outdoor lounges and a cantilevered observation deck. \nThe 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. \nJoin us for a tour of Parkside Residence with developer High Street Residential and architect Ziegler Cooper. \nDesign Team\nDeveloper: High Street Residential\nArchitect: Ziegler Cooper Architects\nInteriors: Waldrop + Nicols \n  \nAIA Credit: 1.5 LUs
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/soar-to-high-heights-parkside-residences/
LOCATION:Parkside Residences\, 808 Crawford St\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Exhibitions & Programming Committee
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T230000
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SUMMARY:La Izquierda Fest
DESCRIPTION:From our partners in the Galveston Sandcastle Festival: \nGalveston\, 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. \nEvent Details\n📅 Dates: Friday\, May 2 – Saturday\, May 3\, 2025\n📍 Location: Beach Central (Main Stage) & 21st & Seawall (Beach Stage)\n🎶 Live Music: Friday and Saturday night at Beach Central\, with a special Saturday morning set on the beach for the surf contest\n⏰ Hours: Friday 2 PM – 11 PM | Surf at 7 AM Saturday | Saturday Main Stage 2 PM – 11 PM \nA Lineup That Defines the Gulf Coast Sound\nGALVEZTON | 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 \nHigh-Stakes Surf Competition\nLa Izquierda’s longboard competition is all about style\, flow\, and good vibes\, and this year’s divisions offer something for everyone: \nWomens Division\nMens Division\nLegends Division (55 & Up – New for 2025!)\nGroms Expression Session (14 & Under)  \nFor tickets\, surf competition entry\, VIP cabana rentals\, and sponsorship inquiries\, visit www.laizzyfest.com.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/la-izquierda-fest/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:Heights Bicycle Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTour will meet at Milroy Park\, 1205 Yale St\, 77008. If you drive\, we ask that you park in the street. \nAIA Credit: 2 LUs
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/heights-bicycle-tour-2/
LOCATION:Milroy Park\, 1205 Yale St\, Houston\, 77008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Stone & Design: Innovation and Market Trends in Texas
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\nThe session is structured to deliver both strategic knowledge and actionable insights\, followed by a networking opportunity that encourages further professional exchange. \n\nPanel: Stone & Design: Innovation and Market Trends in Texas\nMC: Filo Castore -Managing Principal | JACOBS\nSpeaker: July Cash -Senior Interior Designer -Senior Associate | HOK\n\nAIA Credit: 1.0 LU \nRegister Here \n\nFree and open to the public.  Lunch provided to all RSVPs.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/stone-design-innovation-and-market-trends-in-texas/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T005432
CREATED:20241016T165822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T174532Z
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SUMMARY:Clays for College
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n11:30am                  Event Registration & Lunch\n12:45pm                  Safety Briefing\n1pm                         Course tournament and Four Man Flurry\n3:30pm                    Award Ceremony and Reception\n\n\nTEAM OR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION\nRegister as a team or individual below.\nDeadline to register is Tuesday\, April 29Clays for College Team – $1\,200\nTeam of four (4)\, signage at registration\, lunch\, golf cart\, ammoIndividual Ticket – $400\nPlaced on a team of four (4)\, lunch\, golf cart\, ammoSPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES\nSponsor registration can be found hereABOUT MGMC\nMichael 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.\nContact Terry Nesch at terry@tonerhp.com or Jennifer Ward\, jennifer@aiahouston.org\, with any questions. \nSponsors\nPresenting Sponsor\n \nGold Sponsor\n \nGolf Cart Sponsor
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/clays-for-college/
LOCATION:Greater Houston Sports Club\, 6700 McHard Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77053\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGMC Design Competition Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
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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 across from Bistro Menil\, 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 event is sold out.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/montrose-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:Menil Collection Bookstore\, 1520 Sul Ross\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T193000
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SUMMARY:MGMC 2025 Awards Ceremony & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 MGMC Award Ceremony! \nArchitecture Center Houston and AIA Houston will announce the winners of the 2025 Michael G. Meyers Design and Ideas Scholarship Competition. \nThis year’s MGMC award ceremony will be hosted at Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St\, Houston\, TX 77002 on May 15 at 6pm. \nPlease register\, if you plan to attend the ceremony. The reception is open to the public and families are encouraged to attend. RSVPs are encouraged but not required.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/mgmc-2025-awards-ceremony-reception/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGMC Design Competition Committee
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T005432
CREATED:20250407T192220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T192220Z
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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 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. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \n  \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-3/
LOCATION:One Shell Plaza\, 910 Smith Street\, Houston\, 77027\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T235900
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SUMMARY:Houston's Design Gala
DESCRIPTION:Houston’s Design Gala\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n\n\n7pm – midnight\n713 Music Hall\nHouston\, TX\n\n\nProceeds from the Gala benefit programs of Architecture Center Houston.\n\nProgram includes:\n\n\nAward Presentation and Recognition of the winners of the Ben Brewer Young Architects Award and the AIA Houston Firm Award\nSeated Dinner\nSilent Auction\nNetworking and Live Music\n\n\n\nBenefitting Architecture Center Houston\nProceeds 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. \nFollow this link to reserve your seats: Houston’s Design Gala – AIA Houston
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/houstons-design-gala/
LOCATION:713 Music Hall\, 401Franklin St\, Houston\, TX\, 77201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston’s Design Gala Committee
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T200000
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SUMMARY:Tee Up for Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a co-ed summer evening of all-levels golf clinic and networking benefitting the Women in Architecture Professional Development Fund. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a complete novice\, this event promises to advance your swing\, your network and support women in AEC.  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to elevate your game\, your network\, and women in architecture. Whether you’re making a hole-in-one or meaningful connections\, your participation will make a difference. \n  \nRegistration Options:  \nStandard admission $95: \n\n30 minutes golf clinic session working with pro golfers\nunlimited balls on the driving range and putting green; club provided\nnetworking\n2 drink tickets\, heavy apps\, and 1 raffle ticket \n\nNetworking Admission $75 \n\nIncludes 2 drink tickets\, heavy apps\, and 1 raffle ticket \nExcludes clinics and putting green \n\nAdd a round playing 9-holes to your ticket\, $50 (must register in advance) \nNote\, 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. \n  \n\nAdvanced registration required.  Onsite registration is not available.  \nRegistration closes Friday\, May 23 @ Noon\nCancellation Policy: A minimum of 7 days’ notice is required to receive a full refund\n\n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nPlease consider becoming a sponsor of the Tee Up for Success: WiA’s Professional Development Fundraiser.  A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Architecture Center Houston’s Women in Architecture Professional Development Fund. This newly established fund supports WiA’s grant and scholarship initiatives\, championing the advancement of women in the architecture\, design and construction industries of Southeast Texas. Click here for more information. \n  \nGOLD SPONSOR \n \n \n \n  \nSILVER SPONSOR \n         \n           \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/tee-up-for-success/
LOCATION:East River 9\, 65 Hirsch Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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