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SUMMARY:Full Day Continuing Education - December 2024
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Series sponsored by the Committee on the Environment (COTE).\n8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration \n9:00-10:30am\nAdvancing Circular Economy and Sustainable Design in San Antonio: Deconstruction\, Material Reuse\, and Environmental Impact – 1.5 AIA HSW\nPresented by Dan Stine\, AIA\, Director of Design Technology\, Lake|Flato Architects | National AIA COTE Leadership \n10:45-11:45am\nThe Future of LEED: An Introduction to LEEDv5 2nd Draft – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Tim Murray\, AIA\, LEED Fellow\, Page \n12:00-12:30pm\nBreak for Lunch  \n12:30-1:30pm\nDesign for Health & Well-being – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Denise Bates\, SmithGroup \n1:45-2:45pm\nIndoor Air Quality – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Travis West\, President\, Building Air Quality\, Inc. \n3:00-4:00pm\nMoving Towards Circularity: A Playbook for Sustainable Furniture Planning and Specifications – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Caryn Ogier\, AIA\, LEED AP\, PMP\, kimiko designs \n  \n  \nTotal AIA Learning Units: 5.5 AIA HSW \n\nIndividual classes are not available for the event.\nPre-registered pricing includes breakfast and lunch.\nParking is not included.\nOnline registration will close Friday\, December 6 @ 3pm\nOnsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)\nA minimum of 3 business days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.\n\n  \nMission of the COTE Committee:  \nThe Committee on the Environment (COTE) works to advance\, disseminate\, and advocate—to the profession\, the building industry\, the academy\, and the public—design practices that integrate built and natural systems and enhance both the design quality and environmental performance of the built environment. \nThe committee reflects the profession’s commitment to providing healthy and safe environments for people and is dedicated to preserving the earth’s capability of sustaining a shared high quality of life. The committee’s mission is to lead and coordinate the profession’s involvement in environmental and energy-related issues and to promote the role of the architect as a leader in preserving and protecting the planet and its living systems. \n\n  \nOnsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included) \n 
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/full-day-continuing-education-december-2024/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T190000
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SUMMARY:2024 AIA Houston Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Lauren Rottet\, FAIA\, FIIDA\nWe are proud to announce that Lauren Rottet\, FAIA\, FIIDA\, will be honored with the AIA Houston Award for Career Distinction at our Holiday Party on December 10 at the Museum of Fine Arts. We are currently raising funds to purchase in Lauren’s honor an architect designed object for the museum’s permanent design collection. \nGifts can be made online by completing and submitting a donation form by following this LINK to MFAH. \nPlease make your donation on or before November 15 so that we will have time to purchase the item for display at the party. \nThe American Institute of Architects\, Houston Design Collection\nMuseum purchase funded by friends of Lauren Rottet\, FAIA\, FIIDA\, in her honor
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/2024-aia-houston-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Museum Fine Arts Houston – Cullinan Hall\, 1001 Bissonnet\, Houston\, TX\, 77005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130808
CREATED:20241111T174010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T163448Z
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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 \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/towerstrees-walking-tour/
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:20241204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T155520Z
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SUMMARY:ADA Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Commercial Accessibility Requirements for Renovations and New Builds – Detailing Requirements & Luxury Options \nPresented by 101 Mobility \n1.0 AIA HSW/LU \nThere are a wide range of accessibility options out there! Which ones are going to be acceptable for your situation? Which is going to be the best? In this course\, we will explore the applicable accessibility solutions for both renovations and new builds. Furthermore\, we will present the top suppliers and their reputable ranges of accessibility products. We will also highlight the luxury options available for these pieces of equipment for those high value projects. \nLocation: Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce \nTime: 11:30am – 1:00pm \nAdditional Information: \n\nPre-registered pricing includes 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.\n\n\nOnline registration will close Friday\, November 29 @ noon\nOnsite registration will be available (lunch is NOT included)
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/ada-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T110000
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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. \n  \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/montrose-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Menil Collection Bookstore\, 1520 Sul Ross\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T200000
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SUMMARY:Houston Reimagined: A night of Vision\, Voices\, and Victory
DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of design to reshape our city and address historical inequities. Join us on Friday\, November 22\, 2024\, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at ArCH Houston for an inspiring evening featuring the unveiling of the winning designs from the Houston Reimagined Charrette! Celebrate with the winners\, hear from the judges\, and dive into discussions about the innovative solutions created to build a more inclusive Houston. We will also feature a panel of community leaders and stakeholders\, including Ricky Cardenas\, Danielle Getsinger\, Sasha Marshall-Smith and Ed Pettitt\, to share their voices\, vision\, and victories in their community. \nJoin us at this transformative event and don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to help reimagine our city! \nThis event is free and open to the community. \nSupported by Rice School of Architecture and the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance. \n\nPanelists include \nRicky Cardenas volunteers much of his time as President of the Second Ward Super Neighborhood and Secretary for the Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority. After 17 years working as a Graphic Artist\, Ricky has switched professions\, and now serves as Director of External Affairs at the East End District where he relies on his extensive experience and passion for community advocacy to develop\, and implement The District’s communications strategy. An avid cycling advocate\, Ricky is passionate about transportation equity\, active mobility options\, and reducing car dependency in favor of a greener\, more vibrant community. “Car-light”\, Ricky commutes to work and to most of his destinations by bike\, helping him to remain closer to the community he serves. \nDanielle Getsinger\, CEO of Adaapta and founder of Community Lattice\, which merged with Adaapta in 2024. Danielle leads a diverse and innovative team committed to accelerating community-driven revitalization\, brownfields redevelopment\, and resiliency. Danielle is nationally recognized for her brownfields redevelopment expertise\, working closely with government\, private entities\, and grassroots nonprofits on complex environmental projects\, revitalization plans\, and environmental justice initiatives in communities across the U.S. Danielle is also a fierce advocate for bridging the “data divide” through intentional and responsible community engagement strategies that facilitate access to data and elevate the lived experiences of community members as part of data collection and analysis. Danielle is a licensed Professional Geologist and holds an MBA from the University of Rhode Island. \nSasha Marshall-Smith is the Co-Creator/Program Director of  the Fair Housing Defenders program. She manages new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the FHD program. Sasha oversees funding opportunities for the program to ensure the continuous delivery of services and comic book production. She also creates the content for the Fair Housing Defenders comic books\, workshops\, and speaking events. Sasha is a national public speaker and has educated over two million people about affordable home development\, housing discrimination\, and fair housing rights. Her expertise includes affordable housing\, community development\, economic revitalization\, public outreach\, public awareness campaigns\, public speaking\, content development\, grant writing\, communications\, and management. \nEd Pettitt is the founder and president of Friends of Columbia Tap and vice president of the Third Ward Super Neighborhood. As a graduate research assistant at the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at Texas Southern University\, Ed is committed to advancing sustainable urban development and equitable policies. Currently a Ph.D. candidate in urban planning and environmental policy\, Ed has contributed his expertise as a juror for numerous architecture student projects at the University of Houston. His efforts have earned him recognition as a Scenic Citizen by Scenic Houston\, and a proud Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/houston-reimagined-a-night-of-vision-voices-and-victory/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Programming Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T143000
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SUMMARY:Full Day Continuing Education - November 2024
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend a full day of Continuing Education (CE) Series sponsored by the Historic Resources Committee (HRC). \n8:30-9:00am Breakfast and Registration \n9:00-10:00am\nHistoric Tax Credit Projects: Technical Case Studies – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Anna Mod\, Director\, Historic Tax Credits\, Ryan \n10:00-11:00am\nHistoric Houses of Worship and Disaster Resilience\, a Toolkit for the Texas Gulf Coast Region – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by William A. Dupont\, FAIA \n11:00-Noon\nHistoric Paint Analysis & its Crucial Role in Restoration – 1.0 AIA LU\nPresented by Jhonny Langer\, Paint Conservator/Analysis\, Source \n12:00-12:30pm\nBreak for Lunch \n12:30-1:30pm\nRestoring and Living in an Historic House – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Jan Rynda Greer \n1:30-2:30pm\nHistoric Preservation: How Texas Laws Affect Preservation Planning – 1.0 AIA HSW\nPresented by Kimberley Mickelson\, JD\, FAICP \n  \nTotal AIA Learning Units: 5.0  LUs (4 HSW + 1 LU) \n\nIndividual classes are not available for the event.\nPre-registered pricing includes breakfast and lunch.\nParking is not included.\nOnline registration will close Friday\, November 15 @ Noon\nOnsite registration is available (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)\nA minimum of 3 business days’ notice is required to receive a full refund if you need to cancel your reservation.\n\nMission of the HRC Committee: \nThe objective of the AIA Houston Historic Resources Committee (HRC) is to identify\, understand\, and assist in the preservation of the architectural heritage of the greater Houston area. The committee is engaged in promoting the role of historic architecture within the profession through the development of information and knowledge among members\, allied professional organizations\, and the public. Contact the chair or staff liaison to learn more about the committee and how to get involved. \n  \nRegistration is now closed.  \nOnsite registration is available day of (breakfast and lunch is NOT included)
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/full-day-continuing-education/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Historic Resources Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhonda Lowe":MAILTO:rhonda@aiahouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T220717Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Tap Trail Bicycle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Houston’s Third Ward is a culturally rich\, historically African-American neighborhood\, that includes Texas Southern University (HBCU)\, The University of Houston (Tier 1)\, Emancipation Park\, and numerous other cultural gems. One of those is the Columbia Tap Trail\, completed in 2009\, which sits atop the abandoned Columbia Tap railroad route – originally built by enslaved people to transport cotton and sugar from Plantation to Port.  The trail connects adjacent neighborhoods and serves as a vital link in the growing Houston trail system. \nJoin us to bike along the Columbia Tap Trail\, to learn more about the trail history and identity\, safety prioritizations\, culture of the neighborhoods adjacent to the trail\, and local artists. \nMeeting Location and Times\nFor those individuals renting bikes\, we will meet at Eado Bike Company at 912 Saint Charles St.\, Houston TX 77003 at 10am.\nFor those bringing their personal bikes\, please join us at Eado. We will be ready to roll at exactly 10:15 am – so don’t be late! \nAIA Credit: 1.5 HSW
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/columbia-tap-trail-bicycle-tour/
LOCATION:Eado Bike Company\, 912 St Charles St\, Houston\, Texas\, 77003
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130808
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SUMMARY:TertuLiAs
DESCRIPTION:Of the over 116\,000 registered architects in the United States only 5.4 percent identify as Latino or Hispanic according to NCARB.  Latinos represent 18.9 percent of the total U.S. population\, the nation’s second largest ethnic group.  And in Houston\, Latinos represent 44.5 percent of the population. \nJoin the Latinos in Architecture (LiA) Committee for an intimate conversation engaging leadership from firms of different sizes on their efforts to increase that percentage\, empower their Latino employees\, develop and support a pipeline of future Latino architects from high schools and colleges\, and giving a voice to Latinos. \nThis conversation will focus on managing principals of mid and large sized firms Whitney Fuessel\, AIA (HKS); Raymond Romero\, Assoc. AIA (Inventure); Roger Soto\, AIA (HOK); Saul Valentin\, AIA (Collaborate). These leaders will discuss managing a firm\, their values on hiring practices and how they maintain a culturally diverse firm and staff. \nHappy hour and complimentary parking sponsored by HOK. \n\nAbout the Panelists \nWhitney K. Fuessel\, AIA\nHKS\, Regional Practice Director\, Health\nPartner \nWhitney is a Partner and Regional Practice Director for Health in the South-Central Region for HKS\, while officing in Houston. With over 25 years of experience in health\, specifically focusing on the experience of humans in the built environment. Her fresh ideas draw from her team of designers and planners working on academic health projects creating a collaborative balanced approach. She is a leading voice for the healthcare in architecture. \nRaymond Romero\, Assoc. AIA\nInventure\, Managing Principal\nRaymond’s philosophy is simple: great design should always be complemented by exceptional hospitality. As the Managing Principal of Inventure\, Raymond’s passion for design is contagious. With over two decades of experience and deep industry knowledge\, Raymond leverages his design expertise and business acumen to bring value to every project he leads. What sets him apart is his unique\nability to help clients understand how to take their business goals and transform them into a successful workplace strategy. Whether working with a small start-up or a large corporation\, Raymond stays\nfocused on the unique needs of each client. He approaches every project with a people-first mentality and a fresh perspective\, finding creative solutions to his clients’ most pressing business challenges – from retaining top talent to positively impacting their bottom line. \nRaymond believes in designing from the inside out\, focusing on what sets his clients apart and their current and future needs throughout the design process. When he’s not leading his team or collaborating with clients\, you can find Raymond tending to his urban backyard chicken farm\, spending time with his wife and four kids and listening to Texas country music. \nRoger Soto\, AIA\, LEED AP\nHOK\, Senior Principal\, Design Principal\nRoger is the design principal for projects in Texas and along the U.S. Gulf Coast. He is a member of HOK’s board of directors and global design board and serves an integral role in steering the direction of the firm’s work in the Texas region. Roger is recognized for his design expertise in complex commercial and corporate planning and design throughout the U.S. and abroad. He is highly regarded for his expansive knowledge in sustainable design\, progressive approach\, and ability to guide organizations in using facility planning and design to achieve their strategic goals. A member of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH)\, Roger is considered an industry expert in the design of high-performance tall buildings as well as complex corporate campuses\, government and civic buildings\, higher education\, hospitality\, and healthcare facilities. \nSaul Valentin\nCollaborate\, Founding Principal\, CEO\nSaul Valentin\, Co-Founded Collaborate in 2011 and serves as the Chief Executive Manager. As a multi-Discipline firm\, Collaborate is involved in Project Management\, Design and Development of institutional\, higher education\, city and commercial real estate projects. Saul has been involved in more than a billion square feet of design and construction in office\, retail\, multifamily\, education\, and hospitality projects throughout Texas and across the country.\nToday\, Saul’s focus is on Managing the different firm’s multi discipline divisions and P3 Real Estate Development including the City of Dickinson.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/tertulias/
LOCATION:HOK\, 3200 Southwest Fwy #900\, Houston\, TX\, 77027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latinos in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130808
CREATED:20241016T174411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T194215Z
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SUMMARY:UH Art & Architecture Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTour 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. \nAIA Credit: 2.0 LU \nCourse Number: UHWT2022 \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/uh-art-architecture-walking-tour/
LOCATION:University of Houston – Moores School of Music Building\, 333 Cullen Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77004\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T170000
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SUMMARY:Houston Reimagined Charrette
DESCRIPTION:Co-organized with the Rice School of Architecture and in conjunction with the upcoming exhibition Unequal Inequities.\nDeadline to register is Friday\, November 1. Space is limited. \nHouston Reimagined: Dismantling Inequity through the Power of Design is a visionary design charrette that invites students to reimagine Houston’s neighborhoods as if key discriminatory policies had never existed. This event is a collaborative effort to explore how transportation\, housing\, and environmental justice policies have shaped some of Houston’s most iconic communities\, including Third Ward\, Second Ward\, and Kashmere Gardens. \nParticipating students will be challenged to envision alternative urban futures where equity\, inclusivity\, and sustainability are at the forefront. Through guided design prompts\, attendees will focus on creating major urban features and micro-design elements that reflect a more just and unified city. The charrette aims to inspire innovative solutions that address historical injustices and propose new ways to build a more connected and equitable Houston for all its residents. \nJoin us in this dynamic and interactive workshop to contribute your ideas and creativity toward reshaping the future of Houston’s urban landscape. \nDesign Charrette Guidelines: \n\nParticipation is not limited to pre-formed groups. Individuals wishing to participate will be grouped with attending participants.\nPre-formed teams can be made up 3-6 individuals.\nSketch pads\, markers\, pens and pencils\, scales and jump drives will be provided to teams for their use.\nParticipants are encouraged to bring laptops\, chargers\, a camera-capable digital device\, jump drive or preferred media to develop designs.\nTeams should use their allocated time efficiently. On charrette day\, teams will have from 10am to 5pm to brainstorm and package their final designs to be uploaded to Submittable and reviewed by a panel of judges.\nCharrette background information will be sent on Thursday\, November 7.\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided.\n\nDesigns are to be presented digitally through Submittalbe. A reception announcing the judge’s results and commentary will be held on a date to be announced at Architecture Center Houston. Design teams should plan to attend. \nAll designs will be included in the upcoming exhibition Unequal Inequities on view October 2\, 2024 -January 17\, 2025
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/houston-reimagined-charrette/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Programming Committee
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241104
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SUMMARY:Home Tour 2024
DESCRIPTION:The AIA Houston home tour is a 2-day\, self-guided tour featuring custom homes in the Houston area designed by licensed architects. \nWe seek to show the best new residential architecture by AIA members and we’re looking for a variety of architectural styles\, including new construction\, renovations\, and additions. \nView featured homes and map here. \nOnline tickets sales have ended. Tickets may be purchased at any one of the featured homes on the days of the Tour.\nTickets purchased online may be picked up at any one of the featured homes on the days of the Tour.\nThis is a rain or shine event. All sales are final. \nEVENT Details & COST:\n\n\n\nHOME TOUR DATES\nNovember 2-3\, 2024\n12:00PM – 6:00PM (Last entry 5:45PM)\n\n\nTICKET PRICES\n$35.00 Full-Tour Advance Ticket\n$40.00 on weekend of tour\n\n\n\n$30.00 – Full-Tour Advance Ticket for Bike Riders;\n\n\n\n$20.00 – Full-Tour Ticket for Children 12 and under\n\n\n\n$10.00 – Single-House Ticket\nSingle-House Tickets are not available for pre-sale
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/home-tour-2024/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Residential Committee
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SUMMARY:ARE Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last 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! \nWe will provide overview of all sections of the exam\, discuss study material and subscriptions that are on the market\, answer attendee questions\, and provide strategy for approaching and scheduling your exams. \nThis last session will be held at Perkins&Will. Light bites and drinks are sponsored by Perkins&Will. \nSee you there soon!
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/are-study-group/
LOCATION:Perkins&Will\, 1001 McKinney St\, 19th Floor\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T110000
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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/
LOCATION:Milroy Park\, 1205 Yale St\, Houston\, 77008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T193000
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SUMMARY:AIA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the AIA Annual Meeting.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/aia-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T110000
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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/
LOCATION:Market Square Park\, 301 Milam St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArCH Tours Committee
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SUMMARY:COLORES
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for COLORES\, Latinos in Architecture’s fifth annual celebration of Hispanic culture. This year’s event takes place October 16-18\, 2024 at Architecture Center Houston. Speakers and special guest will be announced soon. \nCOLORES\, Latinos in Architecture’s fifth annual celebration of Hispanic culture will take place October 16-18\, 2024 at Architecture Center Houston and Kirksey Architecture featuring Marcus Martinez Assoc. AIA\, Partner\, with Ultra Barrio; Rafael Longoria\, Professor\, Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture\, University of Houston; Veronica Avila\, Owner\, Henderson & Kate; Donkeemom (Sylvia Roman) and Donkeeboy (Alex Roman Jr.)\, Visual Artists; a tour and conversation at the Alley Theater; and performances by Proyeccion Latina Houston and a Mariachi quartet lead by Julian Corona-Medina. \nPlease consider becoming a sponsor of COLORES. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Architecture Center Houston’s Latinos in Architecture scholarship program\, established by the AIA Houston Latinos in Architecture Committee in 2019. More information about the scholarship program may be found here. \n\n\nSymposium Schedule:\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 6pm\nAn evening with Rafael Longoria\, Professor\, Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture\, University of Houston and Veronica Avila\, Owner\, Henderson & Kane.\nRefreshments provided by Henderson & Kane. \nArchitecture Center Houston\n902 Commerce St\nHouston\, TX 77002 \nThursday\, October 17\, 5:30pm\nAn evening with Marcus Martinez Assoc. AIA\, Partner\, with Ultra Barrio; Donkeemom (Sylvia Roman) and Donkeeboy (Alex Roman Jr.)\, Visual Artists; and performances by Proyeccion Latina Houston and a Mariachi quartet lead by Julian Corona-Medina.\nDrinks and dinner included \nKirksey Archtiecture\n6909 Portwest Dr\nHouston\, TX 77024 \nFriday\, October 18\, 4pm\nA tour and conversation at the Alley Theater \nAlley Theater\n615 Texas Ave\nHouston\, TX 77002
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/colores/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Latinos in Architecture Committee
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