Discover upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
© 2025 Houston Design Collaborative
Discover upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
2025-2026 fundraising campaign
01.18.2025
Our campaign efforts continue!
Houston Design Collaborative was founded to spark cross-disciplinary conversations and action around design, planning, development, fabrication, and construction in Greater Houston. Our vision is to build a vibrant and engaged design community!
Through our crowdfunding campaign, “WE ARE HERE”, we aim to raise $35,000 to launch the organization and create a solid financial foundation for HDC to fulfil our vision.
Each contribution will support programming and events.
DONATE NOW. & THANK YOU.
Check our our new ABOUT page to learn more about HDC and our Corporate, Foundation & Individual Donors.
UPCOMING EVENTS
03.24.2026
Project Tour: Sarofim Hall | Rice University
Please join us for a tour of Sarofim Hall, the new home for the Department of Art, in Rice University’s School of Humanities and Arts, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, with Jackson & Ryan as Architect of Record, and built by Austin Commercial. It carries forward the university’s founding commitment to the arts, noted in the words “letters, science, and art” carved into Lovett Hall more than a century ago. It is a space designed to encourage collaboration with references to Rice’s early Art Barn and Media Center, previously located on the site. It is meant to be a living building — in use around the clock, serving students in every medium and welcoming the Houston public for exhibitions, film screenings in the Rice Cinema, and collaborative events with community organizations and institutions.
Tour Guides:
- Matt Hester, Senior Associate Director of Capital Construction for Facilities and Planning
- Emily Stein, Senior Director of Development for the School of Humanities and Arts
- Julian Pittman, Principal for Jackson & Ryan Architects
RSVP here. Limited to 20 participants.
Image above is a Competition Rendering by Diller Scofidio + Renfro
PAST 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.