Join the Women in Architecture group for their monthly meetings on the third Friday of each month. All meetings will be virtual via Zoom unless otherwise noted. Sign up for our mailing list here to receive the Zoom invite. Learn more about WiA >>> 2026 Chair: Danielle Smith, AIA 2026 Chair-Elect: Tooba Jalal, Assoc. AIA AIA Austin staff … Continued
The Housing Advocacy Committee intends to promote affordable housing for all Austinites. We track code, policies, and discriminatory housing practices. The intention of this group is to be proactive, not reactive on housing policy, and we look for organizations to partner with on issues as we leverage our own expertise as design professionals and leaders … Continued
We're going to SXSW! We've partnered with Austin Home Magazine and other design leaders for a first-of-its-kind summit of design talks, connections, and a taste of Austin’s design best. We’ll hear from some of the brightest minds in the industry, and cap the day with an exclusive issue release party of Austin Home Magazine’s Spring Issue. Capacity is … Continued
ARE 5.0 Study Group Are you on your path to licensure? Do you need accountability buddies? Our doors are open! Come study individually or bring a group of colleagues and study together. Come for the resources, stay for the camaraderie. The AIA Austin office at 801 W 12th street hosts a study group on Wednesdays … Continued
Please join us at AIA Austin for our third committee meeting of 2026! Members will share reporting on deconstruction including happenings from the Circular San Antonio summit in February as well as updates on Water advocacy and continued planning for our quarterly roundtable events. View the full agenda here. The Resiliency & Climate Response committee … Continued
The "Shaping Tomorrow" series spotlights Latin/x and global majority students and emerging talent, giving them an opportunity to showcase their work. This initiative aims to inspire confidence by acknowledging their skills and providing them with a platform to shine. We believe their insights and expertise, along with the work from their studies, greatly enrich and … Continued
Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s Book Club! Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara is a book about transforming ordinary service into extraordinary experiences by anticipating and exceeding customer expectations. Guidara uses stories from his career, including his time at Eleven Madison Park (which under his … Continued
Each month, the AIA Austin Advocacy Roundtable brings together professionals to discuss strategies individual professionals, practices, and AIA Austin can take to proactively advocate for issues important to our members and the larger community. This month, the Housing Advocacy committee presents a Preview of Upcoming Code Changes, a preview and discussion of some of the … Continued
At this month’s meeting at Hold Out (1208 W 4th St. 78703) we will focus on final to-dos for QABT 3.0 and review our draft submission for Fortlandia. Meeting Schedule: 6:00-6:15: Welcome! 6:15-6:45: Programming Saturday, April 4th: QABT 3.0 Sunday, April 5th: Fortlandia Proposal Due Friday, April 10th: 2026 AIA Austin Honor Award Brunch Friday, … Continued
Start your morning with breakfast, connection, and a crucial conversation with AIA Austin leaders and your peers. This event is open to Architecture Firm Principals only please, registration required. Design as Narrative: Visual Storytelling Strategies for Architects Great design always tells a story, but communicating that story clearly and convincingly requires more than the standard-issue … Continued
This month's Urban Design meeting is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances with our scheduled speaker. We look forward to seeing you in April! The AIA Austin Urban Design Committee aims to improve the quality of the urban environment by promoting excellence in design, planning, and public policy in the built environment. The Urban Design Committee, … Continued
ARE 5.0 Study Group Are you on your path to licensure? Do you need accountability buddies? Our doors are open! Come study individually or bring a group of colleagues and study together. Come for the resources, stay for the camaraderie. The AIA Austin office at 801 W 12th street hosts a study group on Wednesdays … Continued
