Discover upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
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Discover upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
UPCOMING EVENTS
06.05.2026
Education Program | University of Houston | Centennial Plaza Tour
The Centennial initiative reimagines the campus as a more pedestrian‑friendly, climate‑responsive environment. Spanning approximately 38 acres, the project will introduce more than 800 native and regionally adapted trees, significantly expanding the campus tree canopy and lowering surrounding temperatures.
Project Team & Tour Guides: UH, OBJ & Whiting-Turner.
Tour begins at 12noon & is limited to 20 people.
Sign Up HERE.
05.11.2026
Young Professionals | Studio Series | Menil Campus + Four Plex Tour & Happy Hour
The residential properties surrounding the Menil Collection—known as the “Necklace”—form a vital domestic scale for the museum campus. Join us for a construction tour of the Menil’s latest residential four-plex renovation and other recent additions on Sul Ross, led by HR Design Dept principals Heather Rowell & Eric Hughes. Justin Doak & Mary Hohlt of the Menil Project Development team will lead a stroll around the block to discuss the campus vision.
Attendance is limited to 40 people.
Sign Up HERE.
10.2026
Travel Program | Northwest Arkansas
Join us to explore Bentonville, Fayetteville and the surrounding area October 15th – 18th.
HDC has curated a one of a kind destination experience focused on architecture, landscape design, art, and fabrication in one of the US’s most beautiful and booming cultural and culinary scenes.
For details & tour highlights – visit our Tour Page HERE.
Sign Up HERE. (deposit required).
PAST EVENTS
04.02.2026
Young Professionals | Studio Tour Series | Inman Gallery
The tour of Inman Gallery’s new location at 1502 Alabama Stree was led by Kerry Inman, DKA principal Dillion Kyle, and DKA associate designer Miranda Miramon. Happy Hour followed at Axelrad.
03.24.2026
Project Tour | Sarofim Hall | Rice University
The new home for the Department of Art, in Rice University’s School of Humanities & Arts, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Jackson & Ryan (AOR), & built by Austin Commercial. It is a space designed to encourage collaboration — serving students in every medium and welcoming the Houston public for exhibitions, and collaborative events.
02.17.2026
Social Program
HDC’s Launch Party
A gathering of supporters, contributors and volunteers gathered at 2910 McKinney St to officially launch Houston Design Collaborative. We are looking forward to programs and events that reinforce our mission and build strong networks with the AEC community – join us!
Special thanks to event hosts: Branch PR & Mars Culture.
02.01.2026
Education Program
Victor Lundy – 103rd Birthday Celebration, Home Tour & Panel Discussion
The current owners – Daniel & Carol Price – welcomed HDC for a tour and discussion of Victor Lundy’s home/studio design and the challenges of preservation of this unique structure.
01.08.2026
Young Professionals – Studio Tour Series
Aura Dwellings
Russel Hruska lead a tour of Aura Dwellings design and factory tour focused on prefab home construction and the group was treated to a happy hour in a demo model.
This series will continue and programs will explore Houston’s design & construction community. All are welcome.
11.12.25
The Uptown Memorial Park Trail & Bridge Project
Representatives from SWA Group and the Uptown District highlighted the Memorial Park Trail & Bridge project currently under construction.
The suspension bridge and elevated walk system will allow cyclists & pedestrians to enjoy the local park network, which includes Buffalo Bayou, the Houston Arboretum, and Memorial Park and the historic Archery Range site.
09.10.25
Lecture and Book Signing with Megan Kimble, author of City Limits
“In City Limits, journalist Megan Kimble weaves together the origins of urban highways with the stories of ordinary people impacted by our failed transportation system.”
Ms. Kimble explored her work and unique perspective during a lecture held at The MATCH.
Learn more about the book and author here.
06.05.25
UH Construction Robotics & Fabrication Technologies Panel Discussion & Tour & Happy Hour
Affiliated Sponsor Organizations: AGC & DBIA SW
Event Sponsors: BuildPoint & FMG
We welcomed an esteemed panel to discuss innovative building technologies, materials and processes, followed by a reception in the Construction Robotics and Fabrication Technologies (C.R.A.F.T. Lab) at the UH College of Architecture and Design.
04.15.25
Turkey Bend Hard Hat Tour
Hosted by Buffalo Bayou Partnership
Buffalo Bayou Partnership will transform Turkey Bend, a former barge terminal containing multiple warehouses and a dramatic wharf, into a vibrant recreational and cultural destination.
02.08.25
Ismaili Center Houston Hard Hat Tour
Hosted by McCarthy Build
Our first official event was a Hard Hat tour of the landmark project, Ismaili Center Houston, designed by Farshid Moussavi Architecture.
OUR MISSION
BUILDING A COLLABORATIVE NETWORK
Connecting professionals, civic leaders, and residents to foster meaningful partnerships.
FOSTER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Encouraging active participation in shaping the future of our city.
SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES
Promoting learning opportunities that inspire innovation and excellence.
OUR MISSION
BUILDING A COLLABORATIVE NETWORK
Connecting professionals, civic leaders, and residents to foster meaningful partnerships.
FOSTER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Encouraging active participation in shaping the future of our city.
SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES
Promoting learning opportunities that inspire innovation and excellence.