Tour both known and “tucked-away” architecture projects first-hand in our region during this FREE open tour event!This is your opportunity to see both known and “tucked-away” architecture projects first-hand in our region, with an architect available to discuss the project, provide information and answer questions. Tour is at your own pace--see all the projects, or […]

A presentation featuring Brian Johnsen, AIA, NCARB of Johnsen Schmaling Architects. Presented by AIA Central Valley desigNarrative.The AIA Central Valley desigNarrative Series is excited to host esteemed architect, Brian Johnsen, AIA, NCARB of Johnsen Schmaling Architects for the opening keynote presentation of Experience Architecture.The work of Johnsen Schmaling Architects represents a unique synthesis of conceptual […]

Hop on your bike for our popular bike ride featuring tours and insider views of exciting new projects in midtown and downtown Sacramento.Hop on your bike for an approximately 6.5-mile ride that includes tours and insider views of exciting new projects in midtown and downtown Sacramento. There are 12 featured projects including the new rooftop […]

Walking tour that explores and explains 20th century climate features on downtown Sacramento buildings.If you’ve ever seen design “ornaments” on buildings and thought they were just aesthetic decoration—think again! This walking tour will expose attendees to buildings in downtown Sacramento from architects Sim van der Ryn, Peter Calthorpe and others from the 1970’s and early […]

Tour Paul's Place prior to it's opening, and learn about the vision and collaboration behind this innovative project.Paul's Place, a project designed by Maria Ogrydziak, AIA for Davis Community Meals and Housing (DCMH), is a beautiful, new, multi-functional, four-story building designed to serve the most vulnerable individuals living homeless in Davis by providing housing and […]

Join us for a presentation, small bites, and a tour of the French-inspired wine bar, Franquette and The Block.Bite of Design brings together designers, owners, and chefs to share the inspiration behind their restaurants. We are excited to feature Franquette, a French-inspired wine bar and cafe brought to you by the team behind Michelin-rated restaurant, […]

How Equity in the Design of Healthcare Facilities Can Improve Access to Quality Healthcare. Presented by AIACV's AAH & EDI Committee.This community-focused event features panelists Victoria Vicente from UC Davis Health, Rashon Lane from Sutter Health, and Carol Corr, AIASF Health + Science Committee member/former AIASF Board member.Panelists will discuss the history of healthcare equity, […]

A presentation and panel discussion focused on the re-invention of our regional commercial strips into workforce housing.Presented by the AIA Central Valley Civic Engagement Team's Housing Task Force and CivicWell.The strip was once the glue that held the post World War II suburban dream together, but no more. Once, the strip was where we cruised, […]

As part of Experience Architecture 2022, AIA Central Valley is planning to host an Architecture Firm Open House Night, scheduled for Thursday, Oct 13th, from 5:30 - 7 PM. The event provides an opportunity to open your doors to the general public. AIA will provide welcome signs. Plan to have staff on-hand to meet and […]