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SUMMARY:WiA + LiA Headshot Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Need a new headshot? Come join the Women In Architecture and Latinos in Architecture committees for coffee\, small breakfast bites and a photo session! Professional headshots taken by Lucero Valle. Three retouched headshots included with registration. Networking ticket also available to just come for breakfast with your cohorts!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-lia-headshot-cafe-2/
LOCATION:Lucero Creative\, 916 Springdale Rd\, Suite B1-118\, Austin\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T093000
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CREATED:20250106T162216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T203758Z
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-9/2025-06-20/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250604T155724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T170809Z
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SUMMARY:SFR + WiA – Architect Showcase / Presentation of a Small Firm’s BIG Impact
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA and Small Firms Roundtable Present:\nArchitects Showcase // Small Firm BIG Impact with Stephi Motal\n  \nWednesday June 18th 12pm-1pm\nAIA Austin Center 801 West 12th Street Austin\, TX 78701 \nCEU – 1 HSW\nRegister Now\nJoin us for an in depth discussion with a leading small firm making a BIG impact. In collaboration with SFR we will hear from Stephi Motal of Black + Motal Architecture & Urban Design. \nStephi will discuss her 29-year career at B+M\, their diverse services offered\, as well as their advocacy work and efforts to grow Austin’s missing middle housing. \n\n\nStephanie Motal\, AIA\nStephi Motal has been with Black + Motal since 1996. She began as a young intern and continued to work while pursuing her Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Texas at Austin\, which she received in 2004. \nMs. Motal wears many hats and serves as the key institutional memory of the firm. She has contributed her design expertise\, superior project management skills\, and understating of construction practices to most of the firm’s projects over the last two decades\, always prioritizing the client experience. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAIA Austin
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/sfr-wia-architect-showcase-presentation-of-a-small-firms-big-impact/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Small Firms Roundtable Committee,Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250207T165647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T165648Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Coffee & Coworking
DESCRIPTION:Work remotely and looking to connect with others? Work in an office but would love to start your day off with some fantastic women? Come join us for coffee & coworking! This is one of our initiatives to connect with each other. Whether you’re looking to get out of your house\, or just hoping to mingle with our wonderful community\, we’d love to have coffee with you. \nThursday\, June 12th\nMingling starts at 8:00 am and coworking starts at 9:00 am. \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nEvent is at Lazarus Brewing – Airport (4803 Airport Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78751)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-coffee-coworking-3/
LOCATION:Lazarus Brewing – Airport\, 4803 Airport Blvd\, Austin\, 78751
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250506T175922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T225255Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Site Tour // Let's Walk and Roll: An Urban Accessibility Audit
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA Present: Site Tour // Let’s Walk and Roll: An Urban Accessibility Audit // Contour Collective\nCEU Credits 1.5 LU/HSW\, ADA \nNO PPE Required\n\nBut do bring comfortable shoes and a hat or an umbrella since we will be outside.\n\nUrban Accessibility Audit Summary\nThis tour will include review of existing conditions of the AIA building and surrounding buildings for ADA and TAS compliance. The tour is led by two accessibility specialists who will point out areas of non-compliance and also areas with compliant features. We will discuss how some of these errors could be avoided or remedied. The tour will include a route around the neighborhood including along several businesses on Lamar and return to the AIA building. The tour will showcase various elements that architects design every day and present real-world examples of what to do (and often not to do) when designing accessible and inclusive spaces for all. \nThe tour will end with a happy hour at the AIA Austin Center where the RAS’s will be available for any Q & A! Light bites and wine/beer will be available. \nAccessible Elements of Note:\nParking\nAccessible Routes\nDoors\nRestrooms\nDining Surfaces\nRestaurants and more \n\nWiA Site Tour Sub-Committee Chair\n\nMichelle Weinfield\, PE\, AIA\nMichelle is an Architect and Project Manager at the Planning Design and Construction for the University of Texas in Austin and thrilled to be the  WiA’s Site Tour sub-committee Chair. A native Texan and long term Austin resident\, she is active in AIA Austin and other local organizations whose mission is to improve the built or natural environment. She is on the hunt for fantastic new projects designed or built by women to schedule a tour. Please reach out with any leads. \nPresenters\n\n\n\nElaine Andersen\, RAS\, ADAC\, APAC-BE // Co-Founder\, Contour Collective\nElaine Andersen holds three national accessibility certifications and brings deep expertise in all things Accessibility including ADA\, TAS\, FHA\, ANSI and more. As co-founder of Contour Collective\, Elaine brings 25 years experience in the built environment\, with the last 15 dedicated to accessibility. With a background in architecture\, she’s consulted on over 1\,000 projects across more than a dozen states—helping teams translate complex regulations into actionable design solutions. Elaine is also a U.S. Navy veteran\, known for her precision\, collaborative spirit\, and unwavering belief that accessibility is fundamental to good design.\n\n\n\n\nAndrea LaCour\, RAS\, ADAC\, APAC-BE // Co-Founder\, Contour Collective\nAndrea LaCour is an award-winning accessibility consultant and co-founder of Contour Collective\, where she works at the intersection of design and inclusion. She has consulted on more than 1\,000 projects across the nation\, always with the goal of making spaces not just compliant\, but truly welcoming. Andrea holds three national accessibility certifications and was honored with the 2024 Austin Under 40 Award for her leadership in the field. Her work champions Universal Design and helps project teams see accessibility as an opportunity—not just a checklist.\n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-site-tour-lets-walk-and-roll-an-urban-accessibility-audit/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T093000
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SUMMARY:AIA Austin WiA Present: Breakfast with the TxA President-Elect
DESCRIPTION:Join us for breakfast and conversations with TxA President-Elect Krystyn Haecker\, AIA as she shares her vision for the future. \n\nKrystyn Haecker\, AIA\nKrystyn Haecker\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C is a Partner at Mirador Group\, where she leads Urban Multi-Family and Mixed-Use Commercial projects. She also serves as the firm’s Integrator\, overseeing Recruitment and Professional Development. Active in the profession\, Krystyn is the 2025 President-Elect for the Texas Society of Architects (TxA) and has held key roles\, including Vice President of Professional Development and Conference Committee Co-Chair. She was instrumental in founding Women in Architecture (WiA) Houston\, serving as its 2018 Chair\, during which the group earned the TxA Mentorship Award. A licensed architect in Texas\, Krystyn holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design from Texas A&M and a Master of Architecture from Virginia Tech. In 2024\, she was honored as a Houston Business Journal Women Who Mean Business award recipient.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aia-austin-wia-present-breakfast-with-the-txa-president-elect/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250106T162216Z
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-9/2025-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T104500
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250328T191137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T191306Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Book Club 02 //  The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s Book Club! \nAIA Austin WiA second read will be The Architecture of Happiness a thought-provoking book by Alain de Botton that examines how our surroundings influence our emotions and well-being. De Botton delves into the philosophy of architecture\, illustrating how design shapes our experiences and aspirations. Book club led by Leslie Jordan & Christina Alley. \nWe’ll meet every other Thursday via Zoom for ~45 minutes to chat and share insights. \n•    Our first session will kick off on Thursday\, April 17 at 10am\, and continue biweekly. \n📖 April 17 – Chapters 1 & 2 \n📖 May 1 – Chapter 3 & 4 (Nominate the next book!) \n📖 May 15 – Chapter 5 & 6 (Pick the next leader/book!) Summer break and will resume the book club in August \n\n🔗Interested? Fill out our Google form to join and receive the Zoom link!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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LOCATION:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-05-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250408T142723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T162610Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Motherhood Panel // The Juggling Act
DESCRIPTION:The juggling act is one every mom knows all too well. Join us for an honest conversation about balance and how we manage. \nFeaturing Christine Sheng\, Assoc AIA; Maggie Wylie\, AIA; and Nhasala Manandhar. Moderated by Chin Chin Yao. \nZoom meeting – register to receive link in an email. \nModerator\nChin Chin Yao\, AIA\n\n\n\nBio coming soon \nPanelists\nChristine Sheng\, Assoc AIA\n\nChristine Sheng is a proud mom to two children. She brings her architecture and construction expertise to her role as Client Director at RO\, where she serves the Austin and San Antonio regions. Known for her strategic approach to logistics\, pricing\, and team collaboration\, Christine is passionate about delivering successful\, client-centered projects. Outside of her professional accomplishments\, Christine is deeply committed to mentorship through her work with the ACE Mentor Program of Austin\, where she currently serves on the advisory board after years as Co-Founder and Chairwoman. Christine’s journey into motherhood has been one of resilience and transformation.. She continues to advocate for open conversations about motherhood and career\, believing both can coexist with strength and intention. \nNhasala Manandhar\, PLA\, ASLA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBio coming soon \nMaggie Wylie\, AIA\n\n\n\nBio coming soon \n 
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-motherhood-panel-the-juggling-act/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T104500
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250328T191137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T191306Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Book Club 02 //  The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s Book Club! \nAIA Austin WiA second read will be The Architecture of Happiness a thought-provoking book by Alain de Botton that examines how our surroundings influence our emotions and well-being. De Botton delves into the philosophy of architecture\, illustrating how design shapes our experiences and aspirations. Book club led by Leslie Jordan & Christina Alley. \nWe’ll meet every other Thursday via Zoom for ~45 minutes to chat and share insights. \n•    Our first session will kick off on Thursday\, April 17 at 10am\, and continue biweekly. \n📖 April 17 – Chapters 1 & 2 \n📖 May 1 – Chapter 3 & 4 (Nominate the next book!) \n📖 May 15 – Chapter 5 & 6 (Pick the next leader/book!) Summer break and will resume the book club in August \n\n🔗Interested? Fill out our Google form to join and receive the Zoom link!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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LOCATION:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-05-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250130T185906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T183524Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Coffee & Coworking
DESCRIPTION:Work remotely and looking to connect with others? Work in an office but would love to start your day off with some fantastic women? Come join us for coffee & coworking! This is one of our initiatives to connect with each other. Whether you’re looking to get out of your house\, or just hoping to mingle with our wonderful community\, we’d love to have coffee with you. \nThursday\, April 24\nMingling starts at 8:00 am and coworking starts at 9:00 am. \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nEvent is at Cosmic Saltillo (1300 E 4th St\, Austin\, 78702)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-coffee-coworking-2/
LOCATION:Cosmic Saltillo\, 1300 E 4th St\, Austin\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250106T162216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T203758Z
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-9/2025-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T104500
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250328T191137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T191306Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Book Club 02 //  The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s Book Club! \nAIA Austin WiA second read will be The Architecture of Happiness a thought-provoking book by Alain de Botton that examines how our surroundings influence our emotions and well-being. De Botton delves into the philosophy of architecture\, illustrating how design shapes our experiences and aspirations. Book club led by Leslie Jordan & Christina Alley. \nWe’ll meet every other Thursday via Zoom for ~45 minutes to chat and share insights. \n•    Our first session will kick off on Thursday\, April 17 at 10am\, and continue biweekly. \n📖 April 17 – Chapters 1 & 2 \n📖 May 1 – Chapter 3 & 4 (Nominate the next book!) \n📖 May 15 – Chapter 5 & 6 (Pick the next leader/book!) Summer break and will resume the book club in August \n\n🔗Interested? Fill out our Google form to join and receive the Zoom link!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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LOCATION:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-02-the-architecture-of-happiness-by-alain-de-botton/2025-04-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250203T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T150444Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Dinner Series & Scholarship Celebration
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA Present: WiA Dinner Series “Why not me?” / Scholarship Celebration\nThursday April 10th \, 2025 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nCome enjoy an evening of inspiration and celebration hosted by the Women in Architecture Committee. We will be celebrating this year’s Donna D Carter WiA/Design Austin scholarship recipients as well as hearing a panel discussion about “Why not me?“. Dine and mingle amongst the WiA community while enjoying a beautiful space previously featured as a WiA site tour\, as well as sweeping capitol views. \nAppetizers\, dinner\, dessert and drinks will be served. Cocktail attire is not required but admired. Silent Auction and Raffle prizes available to bid on with proceeds going to the Donna D WiA/Design Austin Scholarship fund. Special Thanks to our event sponsors LaVaca Building Co. & Twistleaf Land Design \nLocation: Texas Bankers Association\, 203 W 10th St\, Austin\, TX 78701 \nFREE parking (more details will be sent before the event) \nPurchase your tickets\nModerator\n\nGaby Mier\, LEEP AP\nShe has spent her career at the crossroads of design\, business\, and sustainability. From the buzz of media to the intricacies of the built environment\, She has seen firsthand how innovation can drive real-world impact. She holds a Master’s in Sustainable Design and practical architectural experience is the foundation for my approach. She has built a track record of turning environmental vision into bottom-line results for AEC industry leaders. By combining strategic thinking with a deep understanding of client needs\, I’ve helped shape the future of sustainable development. As a recent co-founder of WITH. studio She is finally able to turn “Why not me?” into “It’s my time.” \nPanelists\n\nDonna Carter\, FAIA\, NOMA\, NCARB\nDonna Carter is the Founder and President of Carter Design Associates\, leading a practice that integrates historic preservation\, urban planning\, and community-focused design. With a BA from Yale University and a Master of Architecture from UC Berkeley\, she has spent nearly 50 years shaping Austin’s built environment. A dedicated civic leader\, Donna co-chaired the RUDAT A Call to Action initiative\, influencing the revitalization of downtown Austin. She has served on the Texas Historical Commission and is currently the Board Chair for the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission.\nRecognized as an AIA College of Fellows inductee in 2010\, Donna has earned statewide design and preservation awards\, championing projects that elevate underrepresented histories. Her lifelong commitment to equity\, sustainability\, and community engagement continues to shape Texas’ architectural landscape. \n\nCamille Jobe\, FAIA\, RID\, ASID\, IIDA\nCamille Jobe\, FAIA\, has practiced architecture for over 25 years\, and her experience ranges from commercial\, retail\, educational\, restaurant\, recreational\, and residential projects. Her awareness of architecture came early in her life\, having grown up in a house designed by an architect. Her formal journey to practice began at Texas A&M\, where she received her degree in Environmental Design\, and later at The University of California at Berkeley where she earned a master’s degree in architecture. Her training in San Francisco influenced Camille’s eye for design and keen understanding for how complex and challenging ideas can be built. She is a founding partner of Jobe Corral Architects. Camille is a registered architect in Texas and an active leader in the community\, including Leadership Austin\, The Junior League of Austin\, The Austin Rowing Club\, Austin Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund\, the Austin Foundation for Architecture and AIA Austin as the 2022 Chapter President and the only women in the state of Texas to be inducted to the AIA College of Fellows this year. \n\nMiren Urena\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C\nMiren Urena is a project coordinator at Boka Powell\, working toward licensure. She has experience in multi-family\, student housing\, office\, and hospitality projects. Beyond architecture\, she enjoys creating art installations\, contributing to String Theory (Creek Show 2019)\, Parallel Flux (UMLAUF’s Design Shine 2020)\, and most recently\, LiA’s Las Piñatas (2024). Her work blends architecture with artistic expression. As past chair of AIA Emerging Professionals\, Miren is passionate about mentoring aspiring architects. She aims to continue supporting their growth while finding new ways to integrate art and architecture in her work. \nScholarship Recipients\n\nJi Yoon Ahn -Graduate Recipient \nDeyanira Rodriguez- Undergrad Recipient \nNamratha Thrikutam – Undergrad Recipient
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-dinner-series-scholarship-celebration/
LOCATION:Texas Bankers Association\, 203 W 10th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-10/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250127T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T162110Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Happy Hour @ Ketra Showroom
DESCRIPTION:Join Women in Architecture for a happy hour at the Ketra Showroom! \nEvent sponsored by Bell & McCoy
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-happy-hour-ketra-showroom/
LOCATION:Lutron Ketra\, 2301 E Riverside Dr\, Austin\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250227T163315Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Site Tour - Airport West Infill with Gensler
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA Present: Site Tour // Airport West Infill // Gensler\nThursday\, March 6th from 4-6 pm\nRegister Now\nCEU Credits pending 2HSW \nPPE Required:\n\nLong pants and substantial closed soled toed shoes ( hiking shoes\, boots – no tennis shoes\, no heels\, no ballet flats\, no loafers\, no shorts) – anyone not complying with this requirement will not be able to walk the site. NO EXCEPTIONS. \nSafety Vest & Hard Hat\n\nWest Infill Executive Summary\nCost: Approximately $241 Million \nThe West Infill project will bolster functionality in the check in and baggage handling process. \nAs a part of the broader improvements planned for the airport\, the West Infill project will increase the functionality of the passenger check-in experience via the enhanced capability of the new facility.  The City of Austin has grown exponentially in the last few years\, which necessitates an airport redesign to accommodate the rise in population\, where they are now fielding more than 30\,000 passengers per day. \nThe West Infill project will renovate the Barbara Jordan Terminal replacing the Checkpoint 3 bridge with a full four-story infill building. The improvements add a total 75\,098 square feet to the terminal over four levels which will include baggage handling\, apron\, concourse and a new mezzanine level. The design will increase the functionality of the check in and baggage handling process that will help minimize wait times and reduce incidents of lost luggage. \nNew Features\n\nMore ticketing counters\nIncreased capacity for outbound baggage handling screening\nUp to eight additional security check point lanes at the new TSA Checkpoint\nPotential club space\nNew offices for the Department of Aviation\nEmployee quiet room with private spaces for nursing mothers\nUpgraded HVAC equipment to include new chillers\nTwo new elevators\n\nThe West Infill project will begin with the installation of the new baggage handling system\, followed by a second phase installing  the additional checkpoints providing flexible space as the airport continues to expand.  The project is slated for completion in 2026 and is targeting AEGB 3-Star accreditation for sustainable development. \nDuring this tour\, Adrienne Perlman\, Design Manager\, Tiffin Thompson\, Project Architect\, Giannis Nikas\, Technical Designer at Gensler and Dashka Dupiton\, Project Manager for Whiting-Turner will explain the design-build process and how we are collaborating with the City of Austin\, Department of Aviation and all stakeholders to create a true infill building that will help alleviate the needs of an over-crowded airport. The design team will discuss the specific constraints of the site and what the outcome was in terms of the form of the building. How it interacts with the existing terminal and provides solutions to the airport’s specific needs described above. \nWiA Site Tour Sub-Committee Chair\n\nMichelle Weinfield\, PE\, AIA\nMichelle is an Architect with Studio8 Architects and thrilled to be the new WiA’s Site Tour Committee Chairwoman. A native Texan and long term Austin resident\, she is active in AIA Austin and other local organizations whose mission is to improve the built or natural environment. She is on the hunt for fantastic new projects designed or built by women to schedule a tour. Please reach out with any leads. \nPresenters\n\nAdrienne Perlman\, Assoc. AIA \nAdrienne Perlman is an experienced architectural professional with over 20 years in the industry. She holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and has worked with notable Austin architects\, as well as running her own firm specializing in interiors\, remodels\, and additions. Currently an Associate at Gensler\, Adrienne has contributed to major projects such as the Post Oak Hotel\, ABIA Terminal Expansion\, and UT Austin’s Moody Center. \nPassionate about sustainability\, she supports Gensler’s G3C initiative to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. She is also an active AIA Austin member\, past chair of the Emerging Professionals Committee\, and a dedicated mentor for future architects. Adrienne is bilingual in German and conversant in several other languages. Having called Austin home for over 26 years\, she is deeply committed to shaping its built environment. \n\nTiffin Thompson\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED BD + C \nTiffin Thompson is an architect at Gensler specializing in aviation design with additional experience in sports. With a background in material science\, she earned a Master of Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania before pursuing a Master of Architecture at Washington University in St. Louis. Passionate about construction and problem-solving\, she focuses on the technical aspects of design and project execution. Tiffin is a registered architect in Texas and co-leads the Design Realization leadership group at Gensler \n  \nDashka Dupiton bio and headshot coming soon
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-site-tour-airport-west-infill-with-gensler/
LOCATION:Airport West Infill\, Austin\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250106T162216Z
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-9/2025-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T104500
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250210T194030Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Book Club 01 // The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for AIA Austin WiA’s First Book Club Read! \nWe’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 of brilliant (and frustrating) design. \n📅When: Every other Thursday via Zoom for 45-minute discussions\n📅First Session: Thursday\, February 13 at 10 AM (Chapters 1 & 2)\n📅Upcoming Sessions:\nFeb 27: Chapters 3 & 4\nMar 13: Chapter 5 (Nominate the next book!)\nMar 27: Chapters 6 & 7 (Pick the next leader/book!) \nHosted by: Lynn Yeldell from Seventh Scout \n🔗Interested? Fill out our Google form to join! \nWe can’t wait to read\, chat\, and learn together!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-book-club-01-the-design-of-everyday-things-by-don-norman/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T130000
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CREATED:20250107T184419Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Stress Management 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to start the year Stress Free with a virtual session presented by The Healthy Architect entitled Stress Management 101 Workshop for Architects \nEvent is free but registration is required. Once you RSVP you will receive zoom details. \nCEU $5 add on registration option available (1 LU) \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-stress-management-101-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20250106T162216Z
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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 >>> \n2025 Chair: Alexandra Chaves\, Assoc. AIA\n2025 Chair-Elect: Danielle Smith\, AIA\nAIA Austin staff liaison: Julia Brown
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/women-in-architecture-committee-meeting-9/2025-01-17/
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20240301T180549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T182531Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate our record breaking year at our final event of 2024 – The WiA Holiday Party! We couldn’t have had such a successful and productive year without our amazing community\, so please join us for drinks\, food and merriment. Event is free but registration is required. Free parking available. \n  \n\n\nThursday December 5th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm \nDaltile\n2424 S Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78704 \n\n  \nRegister
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Daltile\, Marazzi Showroom & Design Studio\, 2424 S Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20240826T150039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T152700Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Resume & Portfolio Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just starting your career\, or are a student or a seasoned professional\, everyone needs a solid resume and portfolio. Join us for a workshop that covers the best ways to present yourself as a stellar candidate for work. Bespoke Careers will present on the “things to avoid” and “must haves”. We’ll also have reviewers on hand that can provide advice on edits you can make. \nRegistration is required. \nRegister Now\nGeneral Admission $10 \nStudents FREE
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-resume-portfolio-workshop/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20240731T220826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T220953Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Happy Hour // Room & Board
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to celebrate the start of the fall with a happy hour hosted at the Room & Board Showroom\nDomain NORTHSIDE 3200 Palm Way #170\, Austin\, TX 78758 \nEvent is free but registration is required \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-happy-hour-room-board/
LOCATION:Room & Board Showroom\, 3200 Palm Way\, #170\, Austin\, TX\, 78758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20240731T220512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T144127Z
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SUMMARY:WiA Coffee & Co-working // 03
DESCRIPTION:Work remotely and looking to connect with others? Work in an office but would love to start your day off with some fantastic women? Come join us for coffee & co-working! This is one of our initiatives to connect with each other. Whether you’re looking to get out of your house\, or just hoping to mingle with our wonderful community\, we’d love to have coffee with you. \nMonday\, August 26th\nMingling starts at 8:00 am and co-working starts at 9:00 am. \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nEvent is at Cherrywood Coffeehouse (1400 E 38th 1/2 St\, Austin\, TX 78722)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-coffee-co-working-03/
LOCATION:Cherrywood Coffeehouse\, 1400 E 38th 1/2 St\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
CREATED:20240722T130003Z
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SUMMARY:AIA Austin WiA Site Tour // 1515 Cesar Chavez with Chioco
DESCRIPTION:AIA Austin WiA Present: Site Tour // 1515 Cesar Chavez with Chioco // Sponsored by Sierra Pacific\nThursday\, August 8th from 4-6 pm\nRegister Now!\n\nCEU 2HSW\nPPE Required:\n\nLong pants and substantial closed toed shoes (sneakers\, hiking shoes\, boots – no heels\, no ballet flats\, no loafers) – anyone not complying with this requirement will not be able to walk the site. No exceptions. \nSafety Vest\n\n\nHard hats & goggles\n\nLocated in East Austin close to downtown\, the 1515 mixed-use development is the combination of dense and varied programmatic elements organized within the constraints of an urban infill site. The project\, which is currently under construction\, includes three levels of underground parking and three stories of retail\, restaurant\, and office shell space. The design challenge of this project was to develop a building form that remained approachable within its residentially scaled context of East Austin. To achieve this\, the building form folds inward at its center point\, creating a dynamic\, public-facing square and breaking up the long north-facing façade of the building. This central courtyard opens out to the public sidewalk\, carving out the form of the building and folding back the concrete slabs to break up its long north-facing façade. At the courtyards’ entrance is a large\, faceted steel planter filled with trees and lined with wooden benches. Toward the rear\, a 4-story board-formed concrete wall emerges from the lower parking levels and upward through the open space of the building\, allowing light and fresh air to circulate and creating space for a dynamic grand staircase at the heart of the project. This concrete wall is punctuated with plantings and irrigated down its face with the water reclaimed from the rooftop mechanical systems’ condensate lines. \nThe building mass is dissolved not only by the courtyard\, but also through the implementation of various glazing systems and outdoor patios. The ground level is wrapped in a custom timber curtain wall glazing system with hemlock exterior caps. On the second and third levels\, the glazing pushes in and out\, tracing out multiple small patios that future office tenants can use as informal breakout rooms. Larger terraces overlook the central courtyard and peek out from the corners of the third floor\, maintaining a public-facing exterior circulation system that engages building users with the public realm. \nBuilding materials are varied and include the warmth of hemlock siding and glazed thin-brick tile set against black modular brick and the insistent horizontality of the concrete slabs. Large rectangular concrete columns extend up through the building\, moving from outside to in\, and sometimes extending double-height before capturing the concrete slab of the floor above. \nTour Guides / Team:\n  \n\nAlejandra Flores (Civil Engineer)\, Milian Engineering\nAlejandra Flores is a principal at Milian Consulting & Engineering\, a civil engineering and planning services firm centered around land development for private and public projects. In this role she combines her passion for problem-solving and her management skills to work on a diverse range of projects. Flores wants to leave a lasting impact with her work and inspire people to be brave enough to break the status quo\, innovate\, and make\nground for future engineers regardless of age\, gender and cultural background. Alejandra is originally from Piedras Negras\, a city located\nin the state of Coahuila\, Mexico. She earned her bachelors of science in engineering from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio\,\nTexas\, and later her masters in construction management at the University of Texas El Paso. When she’s not working\, she enjoys going to live music performances\, going for long walks around East Austin and Lady Bird Lake\, keeping up with family and friends in Mexico\, and finding the best coffee Austin has to offer. \n\nMarsi Puente-Carter (Architect of Record)\, Urban Foundry Architecture\nMarsi Puente-Carter is the Director of Operations at Urban Foundry Architecture. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Oklahoma where she earned multiple awards for business plan writing and new venture pitches. She is a registered architect and interior designer whose experience in an architecture firm started in high school and extends across a wide variety of project types from single family residences to institutional projects.  Marsi is an active member in AIA and ULI and has served as chair of the AIA Austin Emerging Professionals Committee. She loves that every day in the office is different and gets excited about finding new creative solutions for her clients and project teams. \n\n\nChristy Taylor (Design Architect)\, Chioco Design\nOriginally from South Louisiana\, Christy moved to Austin in 2009. She holds a Masters in Architecture from Louisiana State University and a Masters in Architectural History from the University of Texas. Her academic research has given her opportunities all over the world\, from studying in Brazil to teaching at Lovely Professional University in Punjab\, India. Christy joined Chioco Design in 2018 and brings a broad range of experience in commercial projects\, from larger educational and mixed-use buildings that emphasize program and efficiency\, to more elevated design projects that focus on crafted details and the creation of dynamic spaces. Christy was the 2023 president of the Austin chapter of the American Institute of Architects. \n\nRachel Vogel (Developer/Owner)\, Pennybacker Capital\nRachel Vogel is a member of Pennybacker’s investment team and is responsible for sourcing\, underwriting\, structuring and closing potential investments. She is also focused on market research\, theme identification and investment management. Prior to Pennybacker\, Rachel held a commercial investment sales role at JLL. Rachel was responsible for spearheading the marketing efforts for industrial\, office and retail deals awarded to the team. Throughout her six years with the firm Rachel worked closely with JLL debt and equity producers as well as agency leasing and tenant rep brokers. She was involved in the underwriting for over $4.0B of deals as well as marketed and assisted with the sale of $1.5B of\nthe team’s institutional and private capital clients. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Advertising from Iowa State\nUniversity and is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Colorado. \n\nBarbara Venegas (Landscape Architect)\, dwg Studio\nBarbara grew up in the rainy woods of Seattle and then decided to move to Texas for a little sunshine when she began her Architecture degree at the University of Houston. During this time\, her experience focused on community design\, resilient strategies and planning where she helped create resident-driven plans to build healthy communities. Her interest in socially and ecologically responsible design originates from her experience in working with underserved communities and it was the driving factor that led her to pursue a career in Landscape Architecture. \n\nChanning Wilson (Timber Curtain Wall)\, Sierra Pacific & Site Tour Sponsor\nChanning is a Native Texan\, born and raised in the small\, German town of Boerne\, TX\, and grew up around construction with her grandfather’s paving company and dad’s large equipment rental business. She graduated with honors from the University of Texas at San Antonio and has been working in the building industry for over 10 years. She has worked as an Architectural Consultant for Sierra Pacific Windows for the past 8 years\, serving the South Texas market; prior to that\, she worked for a local millwork company specializing in lumber\, woodworking\, building materials & hardware\, where she discovered that she had an enthusiasm for the building and design industry. Professional passions include assisting clients with details and design\, promoting economic growth within the construction industry\, and providing education on how we can use sustainable and natural resources in our buildings. Channing enjoys singing in the Praise and Worship band at church and can be found at the lake most summer weekends with her husband and children. \n\nBeth Zetzman (Structural Engineer)\, AEC\nBeth is a licensed structural engineer and construction project manager in Austin\, TX. During her 7 years with Architectural Engineers Collaborative\, she worked on a wide variety of projects including mid-rise\, mixed-use concrete buildings and large-scale steel landscape structures. She has a passion for all things historic and now works with James Nolan Construction preserving and rehabilitating aging structures in and around Austin. \n  \nRegister Now!
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aia-austin-wia-site-tour-1515-cesar-chavez-with-chioco/
LOCATION:1515 Cesar Chavez\, 1515 E Cesar Chavez St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T130000
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SUMMARY:WiA Motherhood Panel: Balance?
DESCRIPTION:Motherhood Panel // Balance?\nThe game of balance is one every Mom knows too well. Join us for an honest conversation about balance and how we manage. \nThursday May 2nd – 12pm-1pm\, on Zoom \nPlease register to receive the Zoom Link\nModerator\nKristin Schieffer\n\nBio coming soon \nPanelist\nJuliana Kaplan\n\nJuliana is a multifaceted professional blending the realms of psychology and design. With a background in both fields\, she brings a unique perspective to her work as a resource specialist at Gensler\, where she combines her expertise in human behavior with her creative eye for interior design and architectural solutions. Juliana is also passionate sustainability thought leader\, advocating for environmentally conscious practices in design\, architecture and construction\, and promoting sustainable living principles. Outside of her career\, Juliana is a devoted mother to Noa (7) and August (5)\, and balances her professional endeavors with her role as a parent\, finding fulfillment in both spheres of her life. Her passion for understanding people’s needs\, creating sustainable spaces\, and enhancing well-being shines through in all aspects of her work and personal life. \nStephi Motal\n\n\nStephi Motal\, AIA is Managing Partner of Black + Motal Architecture and Urban Design. She joined what was then\, Black + Vernooy as a high-school junior in 1996 and quickly grew into a leadership role. Stephi completed the Bachelor of Architecture program at UT Austin\, in 2004 and achieved licensure in 2013. Since then\, Stephi has served the profession on a variety of committees and board positions for both the Texas Society of Architects and AIA Austin\, including as youngest AIA Austin president in 2021. In 2022\, she was honored with the AIA Austin Emerging Professional and TxA Early Career Achievement Awards. Stephi and her husband Chad have two sons\, the oldest\, born when Stephi was just 18\, Trenton is 26 years old and lives with his wife in San Diego. Their younger son\, Weston\, will be 18 later this month and is graduating High School this year. Additionally\, her family hosted a German exchange student 10 years ago\, Philip who is 25 has become like another son\, and visits as often as his studies allow. Stephi was active in her son’s education and activities throughout their childhood serving multiple tours as homeroom parent\, team mom\, and PTA President. \nSydney Riegel Kelly\nBio and photo coming soon \nBre’Anna Romulus\n \nBre’Anna Romulus is a Senior Project Coordinator at The Beck Group\, here in Austin\, Texas. With a passion for architecture that began at age 11\, Bre’Anna has dedicated her career to producing a beneficial impact in the lives of others. She brings spaces to life through thoughtful design that meets functional needs while inspiring the soul. Bre’Anna keeps a positive outlook on any challenge\, enabling her to bring team members together and build lasting relationships. Bre’Anna is living proof that we can each make our mark on the world with dedication and an open heart.
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-motherhood-panel-balance/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T020050
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SUMMARY:WiA Motherhood & Kids Architectural Tour
DESCRIPTION:Price: Free!\nParking: street parking on Holly St.\nLocations:\nGati Ice Cream – 1512 Holly St.\, Austin\, TX 78702\nSanchez Elementary – 73 San Marcos St.\, Austin\, TX 78702 \n\n\nJoin the Women In Architecture Committee for a kid-friendly architectural tour of Gati Ice Cream and Sanchez Elementary. Come hear from Elizabeth Baird and McKinney York while enjoying ice cream and coffee followed by playtime on the playground.\n\n10:00 – 10:40 – Enjoy coffee/ice cream & hear from Elizabeth Baird about her design for Gati Ice Cream\n10:40 – 10:50 – Walk to Sanchez Elementary\n11:00 – 11:30 – Hear from McKinney York about their remodel of Sanchez Elementary\n11:30 – 12:30 – Playground time + Mingling with other WiA community moms\n\nEvent is free\, but registration is required.\nMORE INFO\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-motherhood-kids-architectural-tour/
LOCATION:Gati Ice Cream\, 1512 Holly St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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SUMMARY:AIA Austin WiA Tour - Cedar Park Library
DESCRIPTION:As the first building to be constructed at the heart of the City’s mixed-use Bell District\, the new Cedar Park Public Library designed by Lake Flato Architects will be a premier civic destination and catalyst for activity in the developing district. The Library was designed to leverage the natural features of the site including preserving as many mature trees as possible\, orienting the building to capture summer breezes\, daylight and views\, and creating opportunities for outdoor programming. The design concept and use of a hybrid steel and mass timber roof structure revolves around the idea of the Library as the community’s porch – a welcoming place that celebrates and encourages community\, civic engagement\, and an appreciation for reading and learning. \nLearn more about the tour guides from the project team at Lake Flato. \nCE credit: 2 LU/HSW \nREGISTER\nThe address of the construction trailer where people should park and meet is 120 Commercial Parkway\, Cedar Park\, TX 78613. \nSafety is a very high priority for the GC and all visitors to the site are required to meet all of the PPE requirements of the job site (see below). We know some architects may be used to somewhat modified PPE requirements compared to workers on site\, but that is not the case for this project. PPE Required: \nLong pants and substantial closed toed shoes (sneakers\, hiking shoes\, boots – no heels\, no ballet flats\, no loafers) – anyone not complying with this requirement will not be able to walk the site. NO EXCEPTIONS.\n-Safety Vest\n-Hard Hat\n-Eye protection (safety glasses\, eye glasses\, sun glasses)\n-Gloves
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/aia-austin-wia-tour-cedar-park-library/
LOCATION:Cedar Park Library\, 120 Commercial Parkway\, Cedar Park\, TX\, 78613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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SUMMARY:WiA Coffee & Coworking
DESCRIPTION:Work remotely and looking to connect with others? Work in an office but would love to start your day off with some fantastic women? Come join us for coffee & coworking! This is one of our initiatives to connect with each other. Whether you’re looking to get out of your house\, or just hoping to mingle with our wonderful community\, we’d love to have coffee with you. \nMingling starts at 8:00 am and coworking starts at 9:00 am. \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nEvent is at Foxtrot (1804 S. 1st St.\, Austin\, TX 78704)
URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/wia-coffee-coworking/
LOCATION:Foxtrot\, 1804 S. 1st St\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Architecture Committee
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