51st Annual KRob Competition Exhibition Reception
2025-07-14 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Exhibition Reception for the 51st Annual KRob Competition, presented by HKS
Part of the Architecture Matters series, presented by McLaughlin Insurance
Monday, July 14, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
AD EX, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150
FREE, In Person Event
The Ken Roberts Memorial Delineation Competition (KRob) has celebrated the best in architectural delineation for 51 years. A Dallas classic that has received international recognition, KRob honors hand and digital delineation by professionals and students throughout the world. Averaging over 300 entries from 25 countries in the past several years, the competition’s visibility continues to grow.
Celebrate the finalists and winners of the 51st Annual KRob Competition with us at the Exhibition Reception on July 14 at the AD EX!

Firmily Feud
2025-07-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The Emerging Professionals Network invites you for our Annual Firmly Feud! Sign up today with a team of five to go head-to-head in Firmly Feud! We’ll have a fun night of light bites and drinks, thanks to our session sponsor, Covered 6. If you’re not into competition, come join the audience for a good time and networking!
Register to RSVP and e-mail aiadallasep@gmail.com to sign up your team of five today!

Firm Friday, hosted by HDR
2025-07-25 15:00 - 17:00
Friday, July 25, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
HDR, 8750 North Central Expressway #100
FREE, In Person Event – Space is extremely limited, so reserve your spot today!
Firm Friday’s is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes. Join us for an informal gathering and social happy hour on Friday, July 25. HDR is opening their doors, giving you an inside look at their work and office culture.

Designing My Future K-12 Summer Camp, Ages 6 - 9
2025-07-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The AIA Dallas Education Outreach Committee is proud to partner with the AD EX to offer Designing My Future K-12 Camps, a hands-on program that introduces students ages 6–18 to the world of architecture and design. Launched in 2020 by practicing architects in collaboration with K-12 and nonprofit educators, these camps foster creative thinking, enhance problem-solving skills, and explore fundamental design principles while providing insight into careers in architecture, engineering, and construction.
Each camp is a unique experience where students engage with architectural concepts, connect with architecture students and professionals, and gain inspiration to envision a future in the field. Campers learn the basics of design thinking and apply their creativity to real-world projects. They tour downtown landmarks, visit local architecture firms, and discover the people and ideas behind the built environment. Through activities like scavenger hunts, design challenges, 3D modeling, and skyscraper-building projects, students develop skills that extend far beyond the camp itself.
Beyond technical learning, Designing My Future Camps help students build confidence in self-expression through writing, drawing, public speaking, and play. By tackling creative challenges and collaborating with peers, participants develop essential skills that will serve them in any future career. Whether experimenting with design principles or working on hands-on construction projects, students leave camp with a deeper understanding of architecture and its impact on the world around them.
Volunteers are needed to assist with our camp activities, answer camper questions, and share their experiences in becoming an architect. Sign up today!

Architecture on Tap: Sneak Peek of the 2025 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes
2025-08-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Craft & Growler, 3601 Parry Ave, Dallas, TX, 75226, United States
Presented by Blackson Brick, Hosted by the Tour of Homes Committee
The 19th Annual AIA Dallas Tour of Homes is Dallas’ only citywide home tour. Each Fall, the AIA Dallas Tour of Homes features the best in residential architecture. The Tour of Homes is a self-guided tour of unique and creative residences in late October showcasing the work of our city’s talented architects. Curated by local architects, each year’s tour features groundbreaking homes in neighborhoods across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Don’t miss this exclusive meet & greet with the eight architects whose work is featured on this year’s AIA Dallas Tour of Homes: Eddie Abeyta, AIA; Laura Juarez Baggett, AIA; Sarah Harper, AIA; Wonjin Park, AIA; Fred Pena, AIA; Nandini Ramasesh, AIA; Andrew Stiglmeier, AIA; and Bentley Tibbs, AIA.
Join us at Architecture on Tap to grab a beer, make a friend, and learn something new!
This event is free for AIA Dallas and Allied Members. $30 for General Admission.

To learn more about the 2025 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes on October 25 & 26, visit hometourdallas.com for the latest updates and to purchase your tickets today!
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From An Architect's Bookshelf 2025
2025-08-12 08:00 - 16:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
HELP INSPIRE THE ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS OF TOMORROW!
Bring your book donations to the AD EX or pick up an empty box to fill up at your firm. Donations will be distributed to local high school students to inspire the architects and designers of tomorrow!
Donations can include books about architecture, interior design, engineering, art, and construction. New or gently used supplies such as scales, T-squares, tracing paper are welcome! Magazines will NOT be accepted.
Feel free to write a personal, motivational message on the inside front cover of a donated book and encourage students to explore our profession as a career path! Students will not only a sense of inspiration but a connection to our professionals in Dallas.
Books may be dropped off at the AD EX during open hours or by appointment from June 11th through August 12th. In addition, many local firms will also serve as collection points.
Contact us if your firm would like to be one of the collection points! liacommittee@gmail.com
AD EX HOURS
AD EX is open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Fridays.

Coffee & Conversation: 89th Legislative Session
2025-08-12 08:30 - 10:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
As the first special session wraps up, join AIA Dallas for a conversation about the 89th Legislative Session and the impact it has on north Texas and architects. We’ll hear from Jake Anderson, City of Dallas Interim Director of Government Affairs, and the Honorable Angela Hunt, former Dallas City Councilmember and practicing land use attorney. The Texas Legislature made a number of impactful changes — which will largely go into effect on Sept. 1 — so this is a great time to engage, learn, and get ready.
This hybrid event is free and open to the public. No registration is required to attend in person at the AD EX, located at 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX.
To join the Zoom webinar, click the Register button to receive the link to join.

LiA Book Drive Sorting Party
2025-08-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Join the Latinos in Architecture Network for their annual “From an Architect’s Bookshelf” Sorting Party on August 12th at 5:30 pm at AD EX. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

PARKING:
Complimentary self-parking is available at the AD EX for this event. Please use the first entrance on St Paul St labeled “Tenant Parking.” Take a ticket or press the button for entry. You may park anywhere on the 4th through 6th floor not labeled “Reserved”.

Firm Friday, hosted by LPA Design Studios
2025-08-15 15:00 - 17:00
Friday, August 15, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
LPA Design Studios in Dallas, 1801 North Lamar Street, Suite 150
FREE, In Person Event
Firm Friday’s is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes. Join us for an informal gathering and social happy hour on Friday, August 15. LPA Design Studios is opening their doors, giving you an inside look at their work and office culture.

ABOUT LPA DESIGN STUDIOS
“LPA Design Studios has established itself as a trailblazer in sustainable, high-performance architecture, blending a mission-driven ethos with innovative, interdisciplinary design practices.”
Founded in 1965, the firm grew from humble beginnings into a dynamic collective of architects, engineers, landscape architects, and designers, all united by the shared responsibility of addressing climate change and fostering equitable, thriving communities.
Early in its history, LPA embraced sustainability as a cornerstone of its practice. As one of the first firms to advocate for LEED certification, LPA delivered groundbreaking projects like the Ford Premier Automotive Group headquarters, the first LEED NC-certified building in the United States. By 2004, LPA committed to surpassing California’s stringent Title 24 energy code by 25% for every project, a standard they have upheld and exceeded through meticulous integration of sustainable practices. The firm’s early adoption of the AIA 2030 Commitment further underscored its leadership in decarbonizing the built environment.
LPA’s achievements have earned it national and international recognition. The firm has received numerous AIA awards, including a COTE Top Ten Plus Award and several AIA Committee on Architecture for Education honors. Projects like the Lanier High School Renovation in San Antonio and the West Hollywood Aquatics and Recreation Center exemplify the firm’s ability to address pressing social and environmental challenges while creating spaces that inspire and uplift communities.
LPA’s influence extends beyond its projects. Through partnerships with universities such as Cal Poly and the University of Texas at San Antonio, the firm has helped reshape architectural education by promoting integrated design and sustainability. LPA’s thought leadership is evident in its participation in professional organizations, conferences, and publications, where it advocates for a holistic, data-driven approach to addressing climate change.
Looking ahead, LPA remains committed to pushing the boundaries of sustainable design and fostering a more equitable and resilient built environment. By demonstrating that high-performance, carbon-neutral buildings are achievable for every client, budget, and scale, LPA Design Studios continues to set the standard for the architecture profession.
Architecture Firm Award 2025: LPA Design Studios

Enlaces Announcement & Reception
2025-08-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
ENLACES is an annual juried exhibition that takes place during the Hispanic Heritage month. Celebrating the works of Latino architects and designers, its purpose is to bring awareness and to recognize our Latino practitioners for their innovative designs that continue to shape our community.

IMPORTANT DATES

June 1 to July 31: Call for Entries
August 8: Printed boards that meet all of the exhibition board guidelines must be delivered to the AD EX by 2:00 PM on Friday, August 8.
First week of August: Jury review
August 19 – September 13: ENLACES Exhibition on Display
August 21: Enlaces Announcement & Reception at AD EX – Register Today

PARKING:
Complimentary self-parking is available at the AD EX for this event. Please use the first entrance on St Paul St labeled “Tenant Parking.” Take a ticket or press the button for entry. You may park anywhere on the 4th through 6th floor not labeled “Reserved”.
About the AIA Dallas Latinos in Architecture Network
Founded in 2010, the AIA Dallas Latinos in Architecture Network seeks to serve and support local communities by establishing a forum to celebrate Latinos in design-related professions. They work to be a positive influence for Latino students aspiring to become architects by volunteering and being involved in community issues, providing guidance and expertise to students, and participating in mentoring programs. Learn More >>

EMPOWERING Conference 2025
2025-08-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Pegasus Park, 3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Dallas, TX, 75247
AIA Dallas is proud to present the Ninth Annual EMPOWERING Conference—a dynamic collaboration between our Women in Architecture, Latinos in Architecture, and Emerging Professionals Networks. Guided by our mission to transform the world around us, this conference is dedicated to equipping attendees with essential tools and knowledge to drive positive change through Design, Practice, and Leadership. We invite you to engage with our outstanding lineup of speakers, each a trailblazer making a meaningful impact in our communities.

AIA | TEXO Tech Club
2025-08-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 15:30 - 16:30

Fellows Dinner
2025-08-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Chamberlain’s Steak & Chop House, 5330 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX, 75254

2025 AIA Dallas Design Awards Announcement Celebration
2025-09-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Presented by Risk Strategies, Organized by the AIA Dallas Design Awards Committee
Thursday, September 18, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
AD EX, 325 N. Saint Paul Street, Suite 150
$25 AIA Members, $50 General Admission, $10 Student Admission
The AIA Dallas Design Awards recognizes outstanding work by Dallas architects, both in the metropolitan area and across the country. The purpose of the awards program is to honor the architects, clients, and consultants who work together to achieve design excellence. Please join us as we announce and celebrate the recipients of our 2025 Built, Unbuilt, Divine Detailing, and Student Design Awards!

Architecture on Tap: A Conversation with City of Dallas Director of Planning & Development, Emily Liu
2025-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Local Public Eatery, 2323 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
Presented by Blackson Brick, Hosted by Corradi Outdoor Living Space and the Urban Design Committee
This event is free for AIA Dallas and Allied Members. $30 for General Admission.
Grab a beer, make a friend, and learn something new! Please join us for an engaging evening as Emily Liu shares key accomplishments from the first year of the City’s newly formed Planning & Development Department. She’ll also break down recently passed state laws related to land use and zoning and offer a look ahead at the department’s future goals, including a spotlight on the upcoming zoning reform. Moderated by past AIA Dallas president Peter Darby, AIA, this dynamic conversation is perfect for policy enthusiasts, community advocates, and anyone curious about the future of Dallas. You won’t want to miss it!

NCTCOG Amendments to the 2024 IBC
2025-09-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Hosted by the AIA Dallas Codes & Standards Committee, Sponsored by Turner Construction
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, established to assist in regional planning. NCTCOG’s Regional Codes Coordinating Committee (RCCC) and its five advisory boards conducted multiple meetings to review the latest editions of the model codes and develop regional amendments. NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to adopt the following model construction codes along with their respective regional amendments as expeditiously as their local code adoption process will allow.
This program will review the 2024 Final Recommended Regional Amendments for the building code approved for distribution by Executive Board at their March 27, 2025 meeting.
Lunch will be provided for registered participants, as well as complimentary parking through Republic Center Valet. Please bring your blue ticket with you to the AD EX for validation.
OUR SPEAKER: Warren D. Bonisch, P.E., Principal, Fire Protection Engineer, WJE

REGISTER HERE >> NCTCOG Amendments to the 2024 IBC – Tickets

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Executive Board, on the recommendation of the Regional Codes Coordinating Committee and its Advisory Boards, endorsed the most recent regional amendments to several of the 2024 International Codes. With a goal of regional code uniformity, the Executive Board is encouraging jurisdictions in the 16 county area of NCTCOG to adopt the 2024 International Codes and Regional Amendments. This event will review the major recommended amendments to the 2024 International Building Code.

Learning Objectives

Understand the intent in the adoption of and amendments to the 2024 IBC by NCTCOG.
Differentiate between the Option A and Option B aspect of the amendments as it relates to the definition of high-rise buildings and how more restrictive provisions have been added to high rise buildings.
Review the complete rewrite of IBC Section 915, Carbon Monoxide to be more in line with the proposed 2027 IBC draft text.
Review and understand the amendments by NCTCOG to Ch. 30, elevators, which clarifies IBC text and includes more restrictive provisions than those published by IBC.

1.0 LU | HSW

Firm Fridays, hosted by GFF
2025-09-26 15:00 - 17:00
Friday, September 26, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
GFF, 3030 Nowitzki Way, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75219
FREE, In-Person Event
Firm Friday’s is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes. Join us for an informal gathering and social happy hour on Friday, September 26. GFF is opening their doors, giving you an inside look at their work and office culture.

Architecture Research Office (ARO) and Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (NBW) on Interdisciplinary Collaboration
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Part of the Architecture Matters Series, Presented by McLaughlin Insurance
Tuesday, September 30, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
AD EX, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150
FREE for AIA Members, FREE for Students, $10 General Admission
In-Person Event, 1.0 LU | HSW
Our current cultural moment calls on design professionals to embrace a model of collaboration that leads to stronger, more impactful projects – projects that center the needs and missions of both clients and the communities they serve. As the urgency of climate change and social inequality intensifies, architects and landscape architects are increasingly leading efforts with lasting consequences. With this responsibility comes the imperative to move beyond form-making and spectacle in favor of a team-oriented approach that connects architecture to its natural and cultural contexts in a holistic way. From this kind of deep collaboration, true resilience and sustainability can emerge.
Architecture Research Office (ARO) and Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (NBW) have partnered on projects such as the Rothko Chapel, Rice University, and the Olana State Historic Site, among others, and have developed a collaborative model that prioritizes public experience, centers cultural narratives, responds to environmental conditions, and supports the missions of cultural nonprofits. In these examples, ARO led the planning for the Rothko Chapel, and NBW for Olana. Each firm then played a key role in hiring and guiding the other as the projects progressed. This reciprocal, open-handed approach to leadership exemplifies true collaboration between architecture and landscape architecture in service of mission-driven design.

Reconnecting Dallas: A Hard Hat Tour of Halperin Park
2025-10-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Halperin Park, 626 S RL Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX, 75203
Part of the Architecture Matters Series. Presented by McLaughlin Insurance.
Formerly known as Southern Gateway Park, Halperin Park spans I-35E between Ewing and Marsalis Avenues. The future five-acre bridge park will reconnect historic Oak Cliff and ignite environmental, economic, and community revitalization. Designed by HKS, with landscape architect SWA, Halperin Park’s first phase is expected to open in early 2026. Tour led by McCarthy.
REGISTERATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.

Architecture + Design College Fair
2025-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The annual Architecture and Design College Fair offers high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to meet with architects, design professionals, professors, and representatives or alumni from colleges and universities offering a degree in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, engineering, or related fields.
The College Fair equips students with the knowledge and tools to pursue a design career. Thanks to the support of our sponsors, this event is FREE for students and parents!

10th Annual Sporting Clay Classic
2025-10-14 10:00 - 18:30 | Elm Fork Shooting Sports, 10751 Luna Rd, Dallas, TX, 76220
AIA Dallas and the Latinos in Architecture Network invite you to
The 10th Annual Sporting Clay Classic, presented by Campos Engineering at Elm Fork Shooting Sports.
Proceeds from this event will fund the Latinos in Architecture Scholarship, which supports and encourages economically disadvantaged graduating seniors of Hispanic descent who are pursuing a higher education or a career in architecture or design.
All players must submit a waiver to play. We hope you enjoy a day of fun, food, and target practice!
Volunteers are also needed for this event! Sign up to volunteer >>

Timeline
11:00 AM – Registration Opens & Lunch Available
12:15 PM – Safety Briefing (Mandatory for All Participants)
12:30 PM – Shoot Begins
4:30 PM – Shoot Concludes / Dinner Served
5:30 PM – Awards Ceremony & Top Score Announcements

Coffee + Conversation: The Future of DART
2025-10-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Please join AIA Dallas for a timely conversation about the future of DART on Tuesday, October 21 at 8:30am at the AD EX. DART Board Vice-Chairman Randall Bryant and Board Member Anthony Ricciardelli will share what’s next for the agency as it addresses the challenges and opportunities for regional transit — from budget and sales tax contributions to ridership, safety, and transit-oriented development. This is sure to be a lively and informative discussion!
No registration is required to attend in person at the AD EX. To join the Zoom webinar, click the Register button to receive the link to join.

AIA | TEXO Tech Club
2025-10-22 15:30 - 18:00 | Bluebeam Inc., 3232 McKinney Ave., One McKinney, Suite 900, Dallas, TX 75204
Bluebeam Tech Club Session – October 22, 2025 | 3:30 PM

Join us for the inaugural Tech Club forum, a bi-weekly gathering dedicated to professionals in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) industry. Hosted by AIA Dallas- TEXO, this forum invites everyone to engage in open conversations about the evolving role of technology in our field.
Many architectural, engineering, and construction firms have already invested in Bluebeam, yet the software’s full potential often goes untapped. In reality, we are only scratching the surface of what it can do.
Through our Tech Club sessions, we’ve identified a key industry need: simple, effective collaboration between disciplines. This session will explore how Bluebeam can bridge that gap—providing practical, impactful solutions to improve workflows and communication across the AEC industry.
James Chambers and his colleagues will host this session at the Bluebeam office in Dallas, guiding us through strategies, features, and best practices that unlock the software’s true capabilities.

AIA Dallas Tour of Homes Premiere Party - SOLD OUT!
2025-10-23 18:30 - 21:00
Kick-off the annual AIA Dallas Tour of Homes at our annual Premiere Party!
The Premiere Party location is at a home exclusive to the Party and not on the weekend Tour of Homes. Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, open bar, live music, meet-and-greets with the tour architects, and more. This event is organzied by ModernLuxury Interiors Texas, and sponsored by Western Window Systems.
You must purchase a VIP Pass to attend the Tour of Homes Premiere Party. VIP Passes include admission to the Tour of Homes weekend on October 25 & 26, 2025.
Premiere Party
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Winsted Drive Residence // Bentley Tibbs Architect
The client envisioned a ranch-style home within the city—one that captured the spirit of a Texas ranch compound while responding to its in-town context. The resulting residence reads as a collection of buildings, unified by a simple, regionally grounded material palette of Texas stone, metal, and wood. Designed to integrate with the natural landscape, the home rambles through mature trees and follows the site’s natural topography. A central aspect of the design is the client’s deep devotion to their dogs, and a portion of the home is dedicated for training, grooming, and kenneling. Large interior spaces flow into an expansive backyard. By merging the layered structure of a ranch with the amenities of urban living, the home achieves a unique balance of regional identity, personal expression, and thoughtful design.
Architect: Bentley Tibbs, AIA
General Contractor: Herman Darden
Landscape Architect: Paper Kites Studio
Interior Design: Nancy Leib
Structural Engineer: The Reedy Group
Completed: 2024
Square Footage: 7,660 sq ft
Photography: Robert Tsai Photography & Charles Davis Smith, FAIA

AIA Dallas Tour of Homes
2025-10-25 10:00 - 2025-10-26 17:00
An architecturally curated tour of homes, beautifully designed.
The AIA Dallas Tour of Homes is Dallas’ only citywide home tour.
Each Fall, the AIA Dallas Tour of Homes features the best in residential architecture. The Tour of Homes is a self-guided tour of unique and creative residences in late October showcasing the work of our city’s talented architects. Curated by local architects, each year’s tour features groundbreaking homes in neighborhoods across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Event Details
Tour of Homes Hours of Operation are 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26.
The Tour is an “open house” format and guests are invited to visit the homes on the tour at their convenience during our hours of operation. Homes on the tour will be announced in August, 2025, and home addresses will be provided to ticketholders a maximum of two weeks prior to the event date.

To learn more about the 2025 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes on October 25 & 26, visit hometourdallas.com for the latest updates!
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URBAN MORPHOSIS: Reimagining Cities through Adaptation
2025-10-28 - 2025-10-29 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
2025 Regional & Urban Design Knowledge Community (RUDC) Symposium
$245 (full registration); $95 (students); $25 / tour (a la carte)
The RUDC Symposium is a packed, fast-paced two-day event. Day 1 is a series of speakers addressing our 2025 theme: URBAN MORPHOSIS: Reimagining Cities through Adaptation. Day 2 builds on the discussions from Day 1 with a series of morning tours for attendees to select based on their interests, followed by an afternoon of speakers focused on Dallas-specific urban design challenges and solutions.
Cities are reinventing themselves in real time. Post-pandemic work patterns, generative AI economies, accelerating climate disaster impact events, and a nationwide affordability crisis are disrupting and, at the same time, opening new pathways to a more resilient urban future. The 2025 RUDC Symposium asks: What design, policy, and financial innovations can turn today’s volatility and challenges in cities into a durable and sustainable urban form for the future?
​Up to 11 continuing education credits (AIA / ASLA / AICP) available across both days of programming. Continuing education credits are under review and approval is pending.

Architecture Matters: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Workshop
2025-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Craft & Growler, 3601 Parry Ave, Dallas, TX, 75226, United States
Presented by McLaughlin Insurance, Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Network.
This event is free for AIA Dallas and Allied Members. $30 for General Admission.
Led by Shahnaz Talukder, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, this dynamic program equips architects and design professionals with actionable insights drawn from John C. Maxwell’s The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth. The session translates these high-impact principles into practical strategies that can be immediately applied in the workplace. Participants will focus on intentional and measurable personal and professional development—identifying one transformative idea, crafting a clear action plan, and committing to peer accountability. Through instructor-led guidance and brief, facilitated small-group discussions, this program is designed for professionals at all experience levels and fosters enhanced productivity, leadership growth, and a stronger team culture.
REGISTER TODAY >>

Awards & Honors Breakfast
2025-11-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Each year, the AIA Dallas Community Honors Committee supports individuals and groups who are promoting, improving, and expanding our profession by submitting nominations for honor awards bestowed by AIA National (AIA), the Texas Society of Architects (TxA), and by our local chapter (AIA Dallas). Our chapter’s recipients are then honored at the Awards & Honors Breakfast, presented by Blackson Brick.
In addition, the AIA Dallas Allied Members are invited to be recognized for their annual support at this event.

TIME: Sojourns of Stone and Light Exhibition & Book Signing Event
2025-12-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
