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SUMMARY:Architecture: K-12 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom meeting info will be sent to the email list. Sign up below. \nThe 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 any level! Please join us during our regular monthly meetings\, typically on the first Friday of every month at 12PM. \nConnect with Architecture K-12: Join the our email list. (Click Committee News – Architecture K-12 to join.)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/architecture-k-12-meeting-3-3-2-2-2-2-2/2026-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Architecture: K-12 Committee,Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Committee Sketch Club
DESCRIPTION:Grab your sketchbook and come hang with us at our monthly Sketch Club! \nJoin us at The Wishbone Bridge for a group sketch session. Whether you’re a designer\, architect\, artist\, student\, or family member/ friend to one\, everyone is welcome! Meet at the center of the bridge at 10AM. Coffee will be available for you to have while you sketch. Feel free to stay put and paint\, or explore and meet back up with us at the end of the session. \n   \n\nLearn more about AIA Austin Emerging Professionals and our upcoming events by following our Instagram\, connecting with us on LinkedIn\, and joining our email list!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/emerging-professionals-committee-sketch-club-5/
LOCATION:Wishbone Bridge\, 100 S Pleasant Valley Rd\, Austin\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Alliance Bike Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Third Annual Queer Austin Bike Tour on May 2\, 2026! This year’s tour will explore sites of queer organizing throughout Austin’s history\, from the meeting places that shaped our earliest LGBTQIA+ organizations to the bookstores and informal spaces that brought us together for physical and intellectual connection. We hope to honor the legacy of LGBTQIA+ spaces and people we’ve lost and bring attention to those still at risk. \nTour Details \n\nThe tour is an approximately 4-mile adventure through the city\, celebrating Austin’s most beloved LGBTQIA+ spaces\, landmarks\, and stories—led by some of our favorite architects\, historians\, and friends! The tour will last approximately two and a half hours\, with forty minutes of total bike time and roughly 15 minutes at each stop.\nThe tour is BYO Bike\, but if you do not own a bike we recommend renting one from a MetroBike station. Please remember to wear your helmets\, bring water\, and observe all traffic laws.\n$15 registration fee which includes a T-shirt! All sales are final\, and the ride is rain or shine. Spaces are limited so register today! Shirt sizes are being collection on the registration form.\nNeed a ride? We are organizing a vehicle to transport those unable to bike from stop to stop. If you have any specific accessibility needs\, please let us know (within the registration form) and we will adapt accordingly.\n\nWe will meet at Cosmic Saltillo before the ride for breakfast and coffee\, and then make our way north\, ending at The 1972 Pub for a post-tour happy hour! As usual\, you’ll be able to pop your bike on a rapid bus line to return to our starting point. \n$15. Spaces are limited and registration is required. Register Here \nAll sales final
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/lgbtqia-alliance-bike-tour-3/
LOCATION:Cosmic Saltillo\, 1300 E 4th St\, Austin\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+ Alliance Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251118T235048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T164642Z
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SUMMARY:ARE 5.0 Study Group
DESCRIPTION:ARE 5.0 Study Group\nAre 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 from 6pm – 7:30pm to study for the ARE 5.0 exams. Our study group also communicates via Discord. Please email brianna_deleon@gensler.com and cc aia.austin.ep@gmail.com for questions and inquiries.\n\n\n\n\nOnce every other month the study group will have either a guest speaker or a guided work through an exam question. This will be accompanied by Food and Drink. More details TBA.\n\nFebruary 4\nApril 1\nJune 3\nAugust 5\nOctober 7\n\n\nARE Materials Available for Check-Out\nClick Here to view the ARE Study Materials available for check-out at AIA Austin. Please email rob@aiaaustin.org to arrange and appointment to check-out your requested ARE Study Materials \n\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/are-5-0-study-group-11-2/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260421T181603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T135628Z
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SUMMARY:BEC: Austin Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join BEC: Austin for a happy hour & a short presentation of Leona Botanical Cafe & Bar\, in collaboration with Austin’s BS+Beer group (BS=Building Science). The Architects at Clayton Korte + more will give a ‘Soap-box’ introduction about the project\, followed by some casual conversations & networking. \nSponsored by Rockwool \nRegister Now \n\nBEC: Austin is an interdisciplinary organization that promotes the exchange of information on building enclosures and related science specific to the climate of Central Texas. \nInterdisciplinary: architects\, engineers\, contractors\, building owners\, consultants\, facility managers\, code officials\, educators\, manufacturers\, and those with a stake in building enclosure performance \nExchange of information: discussion\, training\, education\, outreach\, and awareness \nBuilding enclosures and related science: energy-efficiency\, moisture control\, indoor air quality\, longevity\, and durability \nBEC: Austin typically meets the first Wednesday of each month from 12-1pm. To receive reminders\, please sign up for the BEC mailing list here.\n2026 BEC: Austin Committee\nChair: Michael Salinas\, AIA\nChair Elect: John Byrd\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/bec-austin-committee-meeting-15-5/
LOCATION:Leona Botanical Cafe & Bar\, 6405 Brodie Ln\, Sunset Valley\, 78745\, United States
CATEGORIES:BEC: Austin Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T100000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
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SUMMARY:Design Awards Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Design Awards Committee provides a platform to showcase excellence in design that is produced by AIA Austin architects and selected by a panel of distinguished jurors. The committee organizes and implements the annual AIA Austin Design Awards Competition and Awards Celebration. The Committee usually meets the first Thursday of each month at AIA Austin\, 801 w 12th St. at 9am. There is also a hybrid way to meet with Zoom. If you are interested in joining this committee\, please email ingrid@aiaaustin.org.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/design-awards-committee-meeting-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251017T145313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T145313Z
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SUMMARY:CRAN Tour
DESCRIPTION:CRAN Tours sell out within 24 hours\, usually to first-round recipients of the CRAN Email List. JOIN HERE>>\n\n\nTicketholders will receive address information upon successful ticket registration.\nAIA Austin cannot reveal the address of homes on the tours\, or sell tickets outside of the email release.\nTickets are FCFS and non-refundable.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/cran-tour-4-2/2026-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Custom Residential Architects Network Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251204T193129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T233821Z
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SUMMARY:COTE Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Committee on the Environment (COTE) – The committee reflects the profession’s commitment to provide healthy and safe environments for people\, and is dedicated to preserving the earth’s capability of sustaining a shared high quality of life. We typically meet the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. unless special programming (tours\, events\, speakers) is planned. \n2026 Committee on the Environment\nChair:Livia Subasic\nChair Elect: Stephanie Maddamma\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/cote-monthly-meeting-7/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T230000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260330T181919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T202243Z
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SUMMARY:Design Austin | PechaKucha #41
DESCRIPTION:PechaKucha is an informal gathering where creative people get together and share their ideas\, works\, thoughts\, and just about anything. \nPECHAKUCHA AUSTIN #41\nThursday\, May 7\, 2026\nAustin History Center// 800 Guadalupe \n7:00PM Doors\, 8:20PM Program Begins \nDon’t miss this incredible night of creative storytelling featuring leading Austin-based architects\, designers\, musicians\, writers\, and artists at the Austin History Center\, the local history archive of the Austin Public Library. \nPechaKucha\, which roughly translates to “chit-chat” in Japanese\, is a creative speaking event that originated in Tokyo in 2003. The unique format\, a kind of speed-dating version of a TED Talk\, invites 10 guest speakers to each develop a presentation on a creative topic within the strict parameters of 20 slides (image slots) and 20 seconds per slide. The slides are set on a timer out of the control of the presenters\, so the cumulative effect of 10 short presentations\, just over six minutes each\, leads to a fast and furious evening of entertainment and creative inspiration. \nPechaKucha is presented in collaboration with The Austin History Center Association\, Design Austin and DJ Stout\, Austin-based graphic designer\, Pentagram Partner\, Principal of Pentagram’s Austin office\, and Co-Director of PechaKucha Austin. \nPechaKucha Austin #41 Lineup and Order\n1 Jennifer Chenoweth (AHC Manager)\n2 Stephanie and Ryan Lemmo (Architects)\n3 Michael Barnes (Historian)\n4 Ian Searcy (Magazine Designer)\n5 Will van Overbeek (Photographer) \nB R E A K \n6 Emily Schexnayder (Entrepreneur)\n7 Alan Lazarus (Vespaio Founder)\n8 Angelique Ferrao (Painter)\n9 Jim Franklin (Poster Artist)\n10 Miles Zuniga (Musician)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/design-austin-pechakucha-41/
LOCATION:Austin History Center\, 810 Guadalupe Street\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:DesignAustin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260210T153101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T153314Z
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SUMMARY:Housing Advocacy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 of the community. \nThis committee’s monthly meetings are second Fridays\, 12-1PM. Meetings are hybrid – attend in-person at AIA Austin or via Zoom. Join our email list to learn about upcoming events.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/housing-advocacy-committee-meeting-3/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Committee,Housing Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260421T200831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T152858Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Motherhood Panel // Overcoming Taboos
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA presents the 2026 Motherhood Panel\, “Overcoming Taboos”\, a virtual discussion addressing often unspoken challenges of motherhood in architecture and related fields. From family planning to building empty nest identities\, the conversation will explore how to advocate for oneself in order to find support juggling professional expectations with caregiving responsibilities. Participants are invited to listen\, learn\, and engage in breaking down stigmas to foster a more supportive and equitable future for the profession. \nTuesday\, May 12\n12:00 – 1:00pm\nVirtual\, register to receive the Zoom link in a confirmation email. \nRSVP here.  \nListen\, learn\, and help shape a more inclusive and supportive future for our profession. Mothers and advocates alike are welcome! \nModerator: \n\nLaura Burton\, Laura Burton Interiors\n\nPanelist: \n\nBrett Greig\, Rauser Construction\nCaitlin Terwelp\, WRA\nChristina Martin\, RVI\nHeather Banks\, Cary Paul Studios
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-motherhood-panel-overcoming-taboos/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260506T192612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T135924Z
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SUMMARY:Mobility Advocacy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mobility Advocacy Committee promotes regional transportation solutions that address equity\, sustainability\, and quality of life issues while providing a range of transportation options. We believe that successful attempts to promote design and quality of life initiatives in the built environment must include transportation and the public realm as integral parts of the whole. \nThis month\, we’ll meet at HKS (98 San Jacinto Blvd STE 500\, 78701). \nAgenda: \n\nIntroductions                 [5 minutes]\nPast Event Recap        [5 minutes]\n\n4/22 – Central City District Plan Open House\n4/30 – WiA: Coffee & Conversations\nTestimony & advocacy efforts\n\n\nNew Topics & Tracking Updates        [15 minutes]\n\nAdvocacy Subject Matter Experts\nBarton Springs Road Bridge Preservation\nI-35 ROW Improvements & Street Trees\nProject Connect\nPlanning Director\nAustin 2026 Bond Package\nTwo Way Street Reversions\n\n\nCurrent Priorities         [20 minutes]\n\nI-35 Cap & Stitch\nCitywide and Downtown Density Bonus Updates\nGreat Streets / Central City District Plan\n\n\nUpcoming Events        [10 minutes]\n\nSeptember – AIA Roundtable\nSeptember – Candidate Forum\n\n\nAction Items                   [5 minutes]\n\nWe typically meet monthly on the second Tuesday from Noon–1:00 p.m. Join our email list to hear about upcoming events.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/mobility-advocacy-meeting-5/
LOCATION:HKS\, 98 San Jacinto Blvd\, Suite 500\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Committee,Mobility Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260504T143721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T173639Z
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SUMMARY:AEGB Updates: Site\, Energy\, and Water
DESCRIPTION:AEGB Update Working Sessions\n\nAustin Energy Green Building (AEGB) is in the process of updating the Single Family and Multi-family Rating Systems. Public Comment is open until June 1st. In addition to encouraging individual input\, the AIA Austin Advocacy Commission will host two working sessions (May 13 & May 20) to discuss the changes and brainstorm recommendations. Visit these SpeakUp Austin pages to review to proposed changes and provide your feedback:\n\n\n2026 Single Family Rating Updates\n2026 Multifamily Rating Updates\n\n\nWorking Session 1: AEGB Updates: Site\, Energy\, and Water\nWednesday\, 13 May 2026\, Noon\, AIA Austin\nFree. Bring your lunch.\nRegister here
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aegb-updates-site-energy-and-water/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251118T235048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T164642Z
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SUMMARY:ARE 5.0 Study Group
DESCRIPTION:ARE 5.0 Study Group\nAre 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 from 6pm – 7:30pm to study for the ARE 5.0 exams. Our study group also communicates via Discord. Please email brianna_deleon@gensler.com and cc aia.austin.ep@gmail.com for questions and inquiries.\n\n\n\n\nOnce every other month the study group will have either a guest speaker or a guided work through an exam question. This will be accompanied by Food and Drink. More details TBA.\n\nFebruary 4\nApril 1\nJune 3\nAugust 5\nOctober 7\n\n\nARE Materials Available for Check-Out\nClick Here to view the ARE Study Materials available for check-out at AIA Austin. Please email rob@aiaaustin.org to arrange and appointment to check-out your requested ARE Study Materials \n\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/are-5-0-study-group-11-2/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260128T145733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T183923Z
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SUMMARY:Design Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The AIA Austin Design Awards program recognizes outstanding architectural projects completed by AIA Austin members. Winning work spans a diverse spectrum of project sizes\, types\, locations\, and clients. Each year\, the AIA Austin Design Awards Committee issues a call for entries to recognize the very best of Austin architecture\, completed by AIA Austin members. A group of respected design professionals are invited by the AIA Austin Design Awards committee to make up the panel of jurors. Valuing a variety of perspectives\, the jury is selected to reflect a cross section of design experience\, backgrounds\, and identity markers. \nGET TICKETS NOW \nCOMMON APP INFO RECORDING>> \nMEET THE 2026 DESIGN AWARDS JURORS>>  \n\nJURY PROCESS: The jury is invited to Austin for a weekend of in-person deliberation and interaction with the local design community through our Jury Conversations event\, where they discuss their design philosophies and project experience. Compelling submissions are commended for their architectural design\, technical ability\, environmental response\, and/or social impact. Innovation is recognized at multiple scales\, from urban strategies to detail resolution. The program highlights the importance of sustainable design—recognizing the power of design to contribute solutions that address the most significant needs of our time. \nRecipients are revealed live at our annual Awards Celebration. Winning work spans a diverse spectrum of project sizes\, types\, locations\, and clients. The recipients of any award reflect the opinions of the guest jury evaluating the submissions. \nThe Design Awards committee encourages a diverse makeup of members. If you are interested in joining the committee\, please reach out to ingrid@aiaaustin.org. \nTickets on sale soon!\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/design-awards-celebration-4/
CATEGORIES:Design Awards Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T093000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260114T195810Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Architecture Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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! \nLearn more about WiA >>> \n2026 Chair:  Danielle Smith\, AIA\n2026 Chair-Elect: Tooba Jalal\, Assoc. AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Erika Wendel
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-11/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20240510T162043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T143307Z
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SUMMARY:DV3x2 Firm Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about Dv3x2 at our online info session!\n\nDV3x2 is a free one-week summer program from June 2-5 for high school students that lets students explore AEC careers with short\, hands-on visits to multiple architecture\, engineering\, construction (and beyond) firms. Students can see firsthand what goes on in design studios\, visit construction sites\, learn about the education and licensing process\, and more.\n\nParticipating firms host up to three groups of students for two hours each over the course of the week.\n\n\nWant to help inspire the next generation of designers? Sign up here to host students at your firm for DV3x2!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/dv3x2-firm-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Architecture: K-12 Committee,DesignVoice Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260504T144025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T173618Z
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SUMMARY:AEGB Updates: Team\, Health\, Materials\, and Equity
DESCRIPTION:AEGB Update Working Sessions\n\nAustin Energy Green Building (AEGB) is in the process of updating the Single Family and Multi-family Rating Systems. Public Comment is open until June 1st. In addition to encouraging individual input\, the AIA Austin Advocacy Commission will host two working sessions to discuss the changes and brainstorm recommendations. Visit these SpeakUp Austin pages to review to proposed changes and provide your feedback:\n\n\n2026 Single Family Rating Updates\n2026 Multifamily Rating Updates\n\n\n\n\nWorking Session 2: AEGB Updates: Team\, Health\, Materials\, and Equity\nWednesday\, 20 May 2026\, Noon\, AIA Austin\nFree. Bring your lunch.\nRegister here
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aegb-updates-team-health-materials-and-equity/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251118T235048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T164642Z
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SUMMARY:ARE 5.0 Study Group
DESCRIPTION:ARE 5.0 Study Group\nAre 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 from 6pm – 7:30pm to study for the ARE 5.0 exams. Our study group also communicates via Discord. Please email brianna_deleon@gensler.com and cc aia.austin.ep@gmail.com for questions and inquiries.\n\n\n\n\nOnce every other month the study group will have either a guest speaker or a guided work through an exam question. This will be accompanied by Food and Drink. More details TBA.\n\nFebruary 4\nApril 1\nJune 3\nAugust 5\nOctober 7\n\n\nARE Materials Available for Check-Out\nClick Here to view the ARE Study Materials available for check-out at AIA Austin. Please email rob@aiaaustin.org to arrange and appointment to check-out your requested ARE Study Materials \n\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/are-5-0-study-group-11-2/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260519T145338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T145343Z
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SUMMARY:Resiliency & Climate Response Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Resiliency & Climate Response committee helps mitigate\, adapt\, and prepare for the ongoing and future impacts of climate change. We strive to identify practical solutions\, build awareness\, educate\, and advocate for urgency in climate resilience activities. \nMAY AGENDA OVERVIEW \nAEGB \n\nWe will contribute to the AEGB input generation from AIA\, as those inputs are due end of the month.\n\nBRIEFING ON CURRENT ACTIVITY: \n\nJuly 27 Roundtable Water Conversations #2 topic / planning (speakers tentatively selected)\nPrepare DEC panel submission this week – redux on Water Conversations #1 Roundtable\nUpdates / discussion on citywide density bonus program\, Barton springs bridge\, MoPac South\, and Bird friendly Design\n\nWe typically meet the third Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Join our email list to hear about upcoming events.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/resiliency-climate-response-meeting-6/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260511T141848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T160030Z
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SUMMARY:Small Firms Roundtable Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Running a creative practice means balancing ambitious design work with the realities of leadership\, staffing\, operations\, and growth. Join creative business advisor and former BIG COO Everett Hollander for a thoughtful conversation about building architecture and design firms with greater clarity and intention.  Drawing from his experience advising founder-led creative businesses\, Everett will explore the common challenges small firms face at different stages of growth—from founder overload and burnout to questions around scale\, sustainability\,\nand long-term vision. Bring your questions and join the conversation. Please RSVP.\n\nThursday May 21st\n12:00pm – 1:00pm \n  \nAIA Austin\n801 W 12th St\nAustin TX 78701\n\n\nLunch will be provided
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/small-firms-roundtable-meeting-11-4-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Small Firms Roundtable Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260113T155115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T154047Z
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SUMMARY:Latinos in Architecture x Emerging Professionals MOMENTO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gathering rooted in reflection\, connection\, and collective pride. Bring a meaningful prepared dish that reflects who you are\, your traditions\, or simply something you love. Drinks and Lotteria are on us! \nMomento is a gathering rooted in reflection\, connection\, and collective pride. It offers a space for our community to pause\, celebrate how far we have come\, and reconnect with the purpose that drives us forward as architects\, designers\, and builders of the future. \nMore than a networking event\, Momento invites us to step back from the pace of our everyday lives to recognize the strength we build through community\, resilience\, and shared experiences. It is an opportunity to reflect\, recharge\, and be inspired by the collective energy of Latinx professionals shaping the built environment. \nCelebrate resilience\, connection\, and leadership with the AIA Austin Latinos in Architecture and Emerging Professionals Committees\, at Momento. \nThank you for helping us create a table that truly reflects the heart of our community \n\nUn encuentro basado en la reflexión\, la conexión y el orgullo colectivo. Ofrece un espacio para que nuestra comunidad haga una pausa\, celebre lo lejos que hemos llegado y se reconecte con el proposito que nos impulsa como arquitectos\, disenadores y constructores del futuro. \nMás que un evento de networking\, Momento nos invita a tomar distancia del ritmo de la vida diaria para reconocer la fuerza que construimos a través de la comunidad\, la resiliencia y las experiencias compartidas. Es una oportunidad para reflexionar\, recargar energía e inspirarnos con la fuerza colectiva de profesionales Latinx que están dando forma al entorno construido. \nCelebra la resiliencia\, la conexión y el liderazgo con AIA Austin Latinos in Architecture\, en colaboración con Emerging Professionals\, en Momento. \n \n\n\n\nLatinos in Architecture (LiA) is dedicated to fostering a more diverse and inclusive architecture community. Our mission is to provide resources\, support\, and opportunities for Latinx architects\, designers\, and allies. To promote cultural awareness and sensitivity within the broader architectural profession. Through networking events\, mentorship programs\, and professional development initiatives\, LiA strives to create a vibrant and supportive community that reflects the rich diversity of our profession.\n\n\n\n\nSign up for our committee newsletter here!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/latinos-in-architecture-committee-meeting-29/
LOCATION:Gensler\, 1011 s congress ave bldg 1 ste 200\, Austin\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Latinos in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260218T152205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T152205Z
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SUMMARY:AIA Austin - Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:The AIA Austin office is closed for Memorial Day. We’ll be back in the office on Tuesday for regular business hours.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aia-austin-office-closed-13/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260519T204341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T204443Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Alliance Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will meet at The Cavalier and plan our upcoming collaborative event with NOMA!  See the full agenda below. All are welcome and we hope to see you there! \nLGBTQIA Alliance May Agenda
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/lgbtqia-alliance-meeting-15-4/
LOCATION:The Cavalier\, 2400 Webberville Road\, Suite A\, Austin\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+ Alliance Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260511T144407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T145844Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Design Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Urban Design Committee’s 2026 Speaker Series will focus on smaller scale development and projects that transform underutilized spaces at the neighborhood scale\, demonstrate creativity in adaptive reuse and inform a sense of place. \nNext up in our series will be Ben Dimmitt of Chioco Design who will share more about their vision and process for the redevelopment of the former warehouse at 979 Springdale into a community anchor and neighborhood hub that serves as the home of the Austin Bouldering Project\, Groundfloor Theater and others. We’ll discuss ways that this project prioritizes the public realm and exemplifies the principles of urbanism through placemaking and thoughtful design. \nNo CE\, but lunch will be provided. \nRegister here \n\n4th Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM. All are welcome to the Urban Design Committee meetings. Information provided in to our mailing list. Sign up for our mailing list here! \nThe 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\, in concert with allied community and professional groups\, promotes programs that teach and inform professionals and the public about the design and development of quality urban spaces and environments.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/urban-design-committee-meeting-8-6/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Urban Design Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20251118T235048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T164642Z
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SUMMARY:ARE 5.0 Study Group
DESCRIPTION:ARE 5.0 Study Group\nAre 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 from 6pm – 7:30pm to study for the ARE 5.0 exams. Our study group also communicates via Discord. Please email brianna_deleon@gensler.com and cc aia.austin.ep@gmail.com for questions and inquiries.\n\n\n\n\nOnce every other month the study group will have either a guest speaker or a guided work through an exam question. This will be accompanied by Food and Drink. More details TBA.\n\nFebruary 4\nApril 1\nJune 3\nAugust 5\nOctober 7\n\n\nARE Materials Available for Check-Out\nClick Here to view the ARE Study Materials available for check-out at AIA Austin. Please email rob@aiaaustin.org to arrange and appointment to check-out your requested ARE Study Materials \n\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/are-5-0-study-group-11-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T173000
DTSTAMP:20260622T082620
CREATED:20260507T182240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T133817Z
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SUMMARY:Commercial Architecture: Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility Tour
DESCRIPTION:Having outgrown its previous space\, Travis County formed a public/private partnership to construct a new Civil and Family Court Facility that better serves its constituents. Located in the heart of downtown Austin\, the courthouse balances transparency and security to embrace the surrounding community while presiding as a symbol of justice. Thoughtful design\, including a welcoming main entry\, outdoor terraces\, a self-help law center\, and childcare facilities\, seek to ease the stress of typical courthouse experiences. The site encourages community engagement\, featuring spacious sidewalks\, pedestrian benches\, bike racks\, and a public community plaza\, all easily accessible by foot\, bus\, and bike. Reliable materials like locally-sourced limestone\, sturdy leathers\, and blackened steel give a warm and timeless appeal that references the Texas Hill Country \n\n430\,000 sf\, 12 story courthouse facility\n26 courtrooms\nDedicated and appropriate spaces for child to testify\nDedicated\, separate\, and safe victim waiting areas\nCentrally located\, access from all parts of the County\nState-of-the-art Law Library and Self-Help center\nSpace for attorney-client conferences\nLarge multi-function room that can be used for public events\nStaggered every two levels\, secure terraces with greenery and outdoor seating provide a soothing environment in which to decompress.\nAustin Energy Green Building Program (AEGB) three-star rating\nLEED Gold certification.\n\nAwards: \n\nAustin Business Journal\, Project of the Year – Overall Winner\,  2024\nULI Austin – Impact Awards\, Most Influential Project\, 2024\nEngineering News Record (ENR) Award of Merit\, Best Projects Texas/Louisiana\, 2024\nAssociated General Contractors (AGC)\, 2023 Outstanding Construction Award – $150M\, 2023\n\n  \nCapacity: no restriction at this time \nParking: Provided on site\, within internal parking garage. \nRSVP: All RSVPs to be returned by noon on May 26th. Access to this facility is restricted so individual RSVP is mandatory for parking and the tour. \nCost: $10 for members/$20 for non-members \nCE Credit: 2LU \n  \nTour Facilitators: \nLuis Santi\, AIA\, NCIDQ\, LEED AP \nDesign Director\, Principal\, Gensler \n \nWith more than 25 years of experience\, Luis transferred from Gensler’s Washington\, D.C. office to the firm’s Austin office in 2010 and has been extremely instrumental in elevating the quality of the firm’s work both in Texas and abroad ever since. He has worked on a variety of successful master planning\, cultural\, institutional\, mixed use\, commercial office\, corporate interiors\, and hospitality projects\, continually demonstrating his ability to apply a thoughtful approach to every project\, regardless of client goals or project constraints. Educated in Spain and Portugal and having practiced in those countries prior to moving to the U.S.\, Luis brings a unique understanding of culture\, craft\, and aesthetic to every project. Luis has a unique understanding of structure and form\, and his work consistently shows a balance of beauty and precision. \n  \nMarion Jaume Willenska\, NCIDQ\, Fitwel Ambassador \nInterior Designer\, Associate\, Gensler \n \nWith a professional journey that began at Gensler in 2018\, Marion has become a key contributor to the Austin office\, specializing in high-end 3D visualization\, immersive VR walkthroughs\, and Artificial Intelligence. Having worked on a diverse range of projects—including government buildings\, athletic facilities\, and corporate headquarters— she possesses a comprehensive understanding of the interior design process from initial programming through construction administration. Marion brings a unique global lens to every project\, rooted in an international background that values cultural nuance and prioritizes the user experience. Her work consistently balances technical precision with a passion for storytelling\, bringing complex design concepts to life for clients and teams alike. \nLoretta Adams \nCFCF Building Manager \nWith more than a decade of experience in public service\, parks management\, and operations leadership\, Loretta Adams has built a career focused on facility management\, community spaces\, and team development. Originally from North Carolina and now a longtime Texas resident of 15 years\, Loretta earned a Bachelor of Social Science degree from Franklin University and has developed extensive expertise across parks operations\, athletics\, and public facilities management. \nLoretta began her public service career with Travis County Parks\, where she spent five years overseeing operations involving swimming pools\, athletic fields\, CDL training\, and heavy equipment operation. Her strong operational background and leadership skills led to a position with the City of Austin\, where she managed cemetery operations before advancing to oversee all North Austin parks for six years. \nReturning to Travis County\, Loretta became the county’s first Building Manager\, continuing her commitment to operational excellence\, public service\, and team leadership. Throughout her career\, she has combined hands-on technical expertise with strong organizational and personnel management skills\, earning a reputation for reliability\, adaptability\, and dedication to community infrastructure. \nOutside of work\, Loretta enjoys kayaking\, camping\, traveling\, attending concerts\, and working with her hands on practical projects. She is also a proud dog owner with three dogs who are an important part of her daily life.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/commercial-architecture-3/
LOCATION:Travis County Civil and Family Courts
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