The city is adopting a new local amendment to the IBC that allows for smaller apartment buildings with more generous, flexible units. These ‘Point Access Blocks’ wrap a limited number of units around a single stair, balancing egress requirements with with overall scale. Come find out the specifics on this much discussed amendment. We’ll cover … Continued
To start the year, we'll gather at the E 6th Street location of Lazarus Brewing, at 1902 E 6th St, Austin, TX. We'll discuss the new date for the Second Annual Queer Austin Bike Tour (QABT2.0) and go over our events for the year. As always, we'll have time to gab and connect. We hope … Continued
Small Firms Roundtable presents Growth and Efficiency! Learn how remote talent can benefit your firm Remotal, a remote talent management agency, will present options for firms looking to maximize efficiency in production and expand their growth potential. They will also present best practices from some of the leading firms in the industry, including some of … Continued
Join BEC: Austin for their monthly meeting featuring a presentation and lunch. Register Now TechASIS Technical Advances in Structural Insulated Sheathing (SIS) (1 LU-HSW) This course reviews various hybridized sheathing solutions and shows how the integration of advanced technology has improved performance, capability and sustainability of SIS Identify the characteristics of various hybridized sheathing solutions … Continued
Join the AIA Austin Emerging Professionals + UTSOA for a portfolio workshop at UT Austin! RSVP required to attend. Join for 1 or BOTH slots. Light refreshments will be provided. Please allow some extra time to park and arrive before we get started at 6:00pm. Street Parking or Parking Garages nearby available to park. RSVP … Continued
CRAN Tours sell out within 24 hours, usually to first-round recipients of the CRAN Email List. JOIN HERE>> Ticketholders will receive address information upon successful ticket registration. AIA Austin cannot reveal the address of homes on the tours, or sell tickets outside of the email release. Tickets are FCFS and non-refundable.
Join architects from across the state to advocate for issues important to architects! Go to Texas Society of Architects at texasarchitects.org for more information and to register.
Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s First Book Club Read! We’re kicking off with The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman— a classic that explores how design shapes our world and can make everyday experiences more intuitive and enjoyable. With insights from behavioral psychology, ergonomics, and design practice, this book dives into real-world examples … Continued
Join us for our bimonthly meeting. Come learn about all the new events and activities planned for 2025 and create inspiring vision boards for your aspirations this year. RSVP here!
Have questions about the Common App for your upcoming 2025 Design Awards submissions? Join COTE and other experts to review the Common App's 10 Design Measures. We will provide resources for answering Common App requirements and metrics as well as answer any questions about the application. Please register below. The Zoom link will be provided … Continued
DesignVoice facilitates opportunities for design professionals to serve their community through collaborative design focused events and informational programs. We invite anyone who has an interest in being a voice for the design profession in support of our local community to attend the monthly meetings. DesignVoice is a forum in which new projects or efforts are … Continued
We are gathering at a different location this month, Halcyon, 218 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701. We hope to see you there! We'll chat about upcoming events and planning needs, then head over to Oil Can Harry's for LegiSLAYtion & Liberation: "A weekly event that reviews current events, the Texas Legislature, how to get … Continued
As businesses strive to maximize their bottom line, tax-saving opportunities are becoming increasingly important. This course is designed to help small architecture firms determine their eligibility for the R&D Tax Credit and the 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction. Join us for a timely presentation and a helpful discussion! Bring questions! Lunch generously provided by … Continued
This 36-story office tower incorporates rainwater reclamation, is all electric, and employs historic building reuse, making it an exemplary contribution to the Austin skyline. The building’s accolades include Austin Green Awards 2024, LEED Core and Shell v4 Platinum, 4-Star Austin Energy Green Building, and WELL Health-Safety rating. We’ll start with a presentation about the building … Continued
The Forma & Función Series is a platform dedicated to elevating the visibility and contributions of Latinx professionals in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. By showcasing their achievements, … Continued
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 >>> 2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves, Assoc. AIA 2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith, AIA AIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
Location: Zoom meeting info will be sent to the email list. Sign up below. The Architecture: K-12 committee invites the community to explore, create and learn about the practice and value of architecture through consistent, relevant youth and family program opportunities. If you are interested in teaching children about architecture, we value your involvement at … Continued
How is Austin preparing for a changing climate? What innovative efforts are already shaping the city’s future? Join us for an energizing and interactive Roundtable where we’ll dive into the latest climate adaptation initiatives. Hear from Marc Coudert of Austin’s Office of Climate Action & Resilience, get an exclusive look at the drafting of the … Continued
Sponsored by Asterisk Design, this happy hour is open to all AIA members along with other industry professionals. There will be light bites and we'll toast the 25 year anniversary of Asterisk! There is no charge to attend, but you must register in advance! Event at capacity? Sign up for our waitlist here >>> LINK
Please join us for a special presentation and panel discussion on the redevelopment of our Austin Convention Center. AIA Austin's Urban Design Committee will host special guests from the UnconventionalATX team, including the Architects and the City's facility owners. The presentation and panel discussion will feature City of Austin project leaders Katy Zamesnik (Austin Convention … Continued
Join AIA Austin's new Commercial Architecture committee to kick off the year with a Happy Hour at Page’s office Café in the Indeed Tower. The event is part of our efforts to start generating interest in the design/ construction community for the events we have planned throughout the year. It will also be a chance … Continued
AIA Austin Design Award winners Jes Deaver, AIA and Burton Baldridge, AIA will be available for submission coaching sessions at the AIA Austin office on several dates in February and March. You can register for a half-hour in-person or Zoom session. RESERVE YOUR SESSION>>
AIA Austin Design Award winners Jes Deaver, AIA and Burton Baldridge, AIA will be available for submission coaching sessions at the AIA Austin office on several dates in February and March. You can register for a half-hour in-person or Zoom session. RESERVE YOUR SESSION>>