AIA Dallas

AIA | TEXO Steering Committee Meeting
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Working in a Multi-Firm Office
2025-09-23 16:00 - 18:00 | The Architecture Collective, 10440 E. Northwest Hwy, Suite 301, Dallas, Texas, 75238
Join the Small Firms Roundtable Network on Tuesday, September 23 for a panel discussion, happy hour, and tour of The Architecture Collective space! Don’t miss this opportunity to exchange ideas and connect with other small firm owners and leaders. Hosted by The Architecture Collective. Sponsored by McLaughlin Insurance.

Public Policy Committee Meeting
2025-09-23 08:30 - 10:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

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!

Pride in Oak Lawn
2025-09-21

Build Your City! at Finch Park in McKinney
2025-09-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Finch Park, 301 Standifer Street, McKinney, TX, 75069
Join AD EX in Finch Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up at the Love McKinney Event. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come and go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!

Discover the Arts District Walking Tour
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00

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!

North Texas Giving Day 2025
2025-09-18

Urban Design Committee Meeting
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Historic Resources Committee Meeting
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Build Your City! at Klyde Warren Park
2025-09-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX, 75201
Join AD EX in Klyde Warren Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come and go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!

Main Street Architecture Walking Tour
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:30

Understanding Thermoplastics - Why TPO & PVC Are Winning on the Rooftop
2025-09-12 11:30 - 13:30 | Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, 3520 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX, 75219, United States
Please RSVP to Brad Russell via email by clicking the red “RSVP” button above and using the subject line “RSVP for September 12th”.
This program discusses the most widely utilized commercial roof cover technology – thermoplastic membranes, with a core focus on TPO and PVC applications. Similarities and differences in the production, installation, and performance of thermoplastic roofing membranes will be explored. The presenter will also note the advantages of viewing a roofing assembly as a “system,” instead of just a membrane and its accessories, and provide guidance on how to choose the appropriate roofing system for a given building.
Learning Objectives:

Describe the overall commercial roofing market and how thermoplastic systems have become dominant
Identify the types and advantages of single ply thermoplastic roofing systems
Select the appropriate system to meet a building owner’s needs
Understand the importance of single-source roofing systems, system support, and roof warranty coverage

1.0 LU | HSW Credit

The presentation will begin promptly at 12:00 PM and conclude at 1:00 PM.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration | Happy Hour
2025-09-11 17:00 - 19:30 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Golf Committee Meeting
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Committee on the Environment (COTE) Meeting: Living Building Challenge
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Introduction to the Living Building Challenge
The Living Building Challenge (LBC) pushes beyond sustainability into regenerative design that restores both people and nature. Its seven Petals—covering Place, Water, Energy, Health, Materials, Equity, and Beauty—align directly with the AIA Framework for Design Excellence. Award-winning projects like the Bullitt Center and Kendeda Building show how closed-loop water systems, net positive energy, and safe materials can become real, scalable solutions. Beyond certification, LBC is a philosophy and advocacy tool that inspires us to create buildings that educate, connect communities, and positively impact future generations.
Learning Objectives:

Participants will identify key Living Building Challenge Petals and understand how each petal drives regenerative and restorative building practices.
Participants will analyze case studies (e.g., Bullitt Center, Kendeda Building) to see practical strategies for achieving net-positive energy, water balance, and healthier materials.
Participants will learn to apply Living Building Challenge principles as advocacy and design tools to strengthen sustainability initiatives and inspire transformational change in future projects.
Participants will learn how the Living Building Challenge philosophy and certification framework align with the AIA Framework for Design Excellence.

1.0 LU | HSW

Community Honors Committee Meeting
2025-09-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

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

Tour of Homes Committee Meeting
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00

Design Awards Committee Meeting
2025-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States

Education Outreach Committee Meeting
2025-09-04 12:00 - 13:00

Columns Committee: Departments Meeting
2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The Columns committee meets monthly to discuss upcoming pieces and publications. If you are interested in contributing to Columns, please contact Conleigh Bauer at cbauer@aiadallas.org.

AIA Dallas Office Closed
2025-09-01

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

Codes & Standards Committee Meeting: New Standards for K-12 Security Glazing
2025-08-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The AIA Dallas Codes & Standards Committee meets monthly at the AD EX. Parking validation, drinks, and snacks will be provided. Feel free to bring your lunch. If you cannot join us in person, please email Conleigh Bauer for the zoom link.

Fellows Network Meeting
2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Architecture and Design Exchange, 325 N. St. Paul Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
