2025 Houston x Design Week

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The AIA Houston Interior Architecture Committee presents Houston X Design, a week-long series of events celebrating interior architecture and design to be held August 18-22. Through a variety of lectures, tours, and panel discussions, we bring together an array of disciplines and explore the current issues and disruptors that are influencing our profession. 

The Interior Architecture Committee advocates for the advancement of the practice of Interior Architecture and Interior Design within the Architectural community, the education community, and the public at large.

Submissions open Monday, March 24th

Submissions close Wednesday, May 14th at 5:00PM

Call for Entries

You are invited to submit a presentation for consideration for the 2025 AIA HoustonXDesign Week.

Submissions may be considered for the following programming formats:

  • CEU SESSIONS: 1-hour IDCEC and AIA-accredited sessions on products and design trends. HSW, Sustainability and Accessibility credits are also encouraged.
  • PROJECT TOURS: Celebrate your recently completed projects with a tour presenting the latest design thinking and exceptional design.
  • HXD TALKS: Discussions on current issues that affect the interior architecture and design industry.

Up to (10) submissions will be selected for the weeklong design conference.

CEU Presentation Guidelines:

  • Your presentation should address at least one of the educational categories listed: Design Skills, Professional Practice, DEI (Diversity Equity & Inclusion), Education, Market Sector Trends, Industry Directions, Lighting, Art, Sustainability, Technology, Wellness and Workplace.
  • Presentations should be 1-3 hours in length of time, including a brief question and answer session either early morning (7:30 – 9:30 am), lunch hour (12:00 – 1:00 pm), or after office hours (4:00 – 7:00 pm). Indicate at least 2 preferred dates/time slots.
  • Presentations should not exceed four speakers, including the moderator.

Additional Information

  • Provide information regarding parking and any security requirements.
  • AIA may charge a nominal fee in support of Interior Architecture Committee efforts.
  • The event should be in an accessible venue and have access to water and restroom facilities. Any other food or beverages are welcome and would be the responsibility of the host.
  • AIA Houston will advertise the event to students, members and the public
  • AIA Houston’s online registration portal can limit the attendance to your preferred limit.
  • AIA Houston can provide a RSVP or registration list in advance of the event.
  • AIA Interior Architecture Committee member(s) will be assigned and help with planning, logistics, and hosting. They will be in attendance for “welcome” and discussion about “what is interior architecture”.
  • The host is welcome to advertise separately for the event or HXD Week.
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