The 39th Annual AIA Austin Homes Tour will feature outstanding residential architecture by AIA Austin architects. Ticket holders will have access to a self-guided tour of about a dozen homes in the Austin area on this weekend only. More information to come. Save the date! MORE INFORMATION >>
Austin’s rapid growth is often viewed as redeveloped neighborhoods and new high-rises, but upcoming projects promise to reshape how we experience and move through central Austin, with $25 billion in infrastructure and transportation investments planned for downtown Austin alone. Join us for a discussion on what’s coming – from vast projects like I-35 and Project … Continued
COTE - Committee on the Environment - presents Kalpana Sutaria Cooling our Environment Join us at AIA Austin - 801 west 12th st November 6th @ 5:30 Topics Why is it critical to cool our environment? How does it affect professionals in the Building industry? An architects vision for combating global warming Buildings’ impact on … Continued
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Liang Wang as our Annual Meeting speaker. His presentation will explore the I-35/UT Cap as a catalyst for urban transformation—reimagining Austin’s block patterns, mobility networks, public spaces, and future housing and mixed-use possibilities. It’s a timely, inspiring look at how design can reshape connectivity and livability across Austin and the … Continued
Join us for a Meeting of the Minds Hitting a Moving Target: The Ever- Changing World of AEC Sustainability WEDNESDAY NOV 19 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Nomadic Beerworks $10 advance/$15 day of In the AEC world, sustainability is a bit like a game of Whack-A-Mole. What was once about solar panels and low-flow toilets … Continued
Join us to celebrate the Alliance’s 4th annual end of year holiday party! The focus of the night will be on reflection, celebration, and community as we look back on all that we have accomplished together throughout the year. Enjoy a fun-filled night on the Neon Grotto rooftop featuring a short year-in-review presentation, live DJ, dazzling … Continued
Please join us at AIA Austin for our first committee meeting of 2026! Chairs will share goals for the year. We'll discuss specific immediate actions like updating FAR/GFA definitions, as … Continued
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 … Continued
Be part of the excitement of envisioning, planning, and creating the 40th Annual AIA Austin Homes Tour! The Homes Tour committee commits to attending monthly meetings, visiting the submitted houses during a weekend in May, and working as what we call, an "ambassador" during the Homes Tour, October 24 and 25. Ambassadors work with a … Continued
This month, we'll meet at HKS HKS, 98 San Jacinto Blvd STE 500 for our February meeting. Please join us! Agenda Introductions Past Event Recap 1/17 – Women Changing Cities Book Talk New Topics & Tracking Updates ACT (Austin Core Transportation) ETOD (Equitable Transit Oriented Development) Austin 2026 Bond Package E Cesar Chavez Current Priorities … Continued
How do you tell a clear, compelling story about your project—through both words and images? This workshop with Jes Deaver, AIA, and Michael Morrow, AIA, focuses on helping architects craft authentic, persuasive design award submissions. Participants will learn what jurors look for, along with practical tips for shaping strong narratives, effective graphics, and a well-organized … Continued
Have questions about the Common App for your 2026 Design Awards submission? Join COTE Committee Chairs Livia Subasic, AIA, and Stephanie Maddamma, AIA for a focused overview of the Common App’s 10 Design Measures, including guidance on requirements, metrics, and best practices. This will be a virtual meeting via Zoom. All are welcome with registration … Continued
