AIAS PVAMU
EVENTS
ARCH WALKING TOUR: RICE UNIVERTY
Rice University and Rice School of Architecture both celebrate their Centennial in 2012. A treasure trove of great architecture, the timeless campus features designs by Cram, Goodhue, & Ferguson; John Staub; William Ward Watkin; Michael Graves; Kieren Timberlake; Ricardo Bofill; Cesar Pelli; Lake/Flato Architects; and many other local and internationally renowned architects. Also on the tour are large scale art works by James Turrell and Michael Heizer. From Lovett Hall to Brochstein Pavilion, this tour will look at some of the more unique, hidden, important and historical features of Rice University’s Campus. In addition to the architecture we will explore the context surrounding each building, the quads, courts and axes, how these elements work together to shape collegiate space.
October 5, 2013
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
YOUNG ARCHITECTS FORUM:
Firm Presence:Ziegler Cooper Architects A continuing series of conversations with Houston’s leading architects
RSVP to Rocio@aiahouston.org to join us for networking, discussion and a tour of Ziegler Cooper Architects.
October 9, 2013
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
HABITAT FOR HOUSTON VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:
Houston Habitat for Humanity, with thousands of sponsors and volunteers, has built over 940 homes for hard-working, low-income Houstonians. Habitat Partner Families contribute 300 hours of “sweat equity” and complete training on home ownership to purchase homes with no-interest mortgages. For more information about Houston Habitat for Humanity, and the Houston Habitat ReStore – a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center open to the public.
October 12, 2013
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
ARCH WALKING TOUR: MONTROSE
Montrose is one of the most diverse and interesting neighborhoods in Houston with some of the city's best architecture including spectacular mansions, charming bungalows, the campus of the University of St. Thomas, Rothko Chapel, and the Menil Collection. ArCH tour guides will present an overview of the architectural and social history of the area and offer guests a look inside of the Fondren Mansion (now La Colombe d'Or), Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Chapel of St. Basil, Rothko Chapel, Cy Twombly Gallery, and the Menil Collection. On this 2-hour walking tour you will get a flavor of this special district and be encouraged to widen your path after the tour is over.
Meets outside the Menil Bookstore, 1520 Sul Ross, 77006.
Street and lot parking available in the neighborhood.
October 19, 2013
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
IDP LECTURE:
This lecture explains: How to get your license, and the properties of an intellect Roundtable
October 24, 2013
2:00pm - 3:00pm
PVAMU SOA
AIA HOUSTON HOME TOURS:
Open to the public, the AIA Houston Home Tour showcases the finest residential architecture in the Houston area, as designed by licensed architects. Houses are chosen to showcase a variety of design styles demonstrating that excellence in design is not limited by size or dollars. For more information about this year's featured homes and ticket Information please visit aiahouston.org/hometour
The home tour is a nonprofit fundraiser and supports various AIA Houston initiatives throughout the year.
October 26, 2013
12:00 PM - 6:00 AM