IIDA Austin City Center

05/15/2023

The IIDA Austin City Center Zero Landfill 2023 was a huge success! Here is a recap of all things Zero Landfill:

All in effort to divert materials from landfills and upcycle in an eco-friendly way, we collected donations of building materials from A&D (Architecture and Design) Firms and up-cycled to our local community!
This was a weeklong event, where we took in materials Monday-Thursday, and then ended with a Community Shop event for local teachers, artists, students, crafters, etc. to come and take whatever they like at NO cost!

Total weight of materials taken in: over 7800 pounds!

Carpet- 997 lbs 4 oz
Fabric- 926 ibs 1oz
Glass- 336 lbs 9oz
Laminate- 147lbs 1oz
Plastic- 47lbs 10oz
Recyclable paper- 11lbs
Tile- 3,790 lbs 3 oz
Vinyl/rubber- 542lbs 11oz
Wood- 476lbs 9oz
Wall coverings- 98lbs 4oz
Metal- 201 lbs
Brick/stone- 263lbs 3oz

We couldn’t have made this event happen without our wonderful sponsors and volunteers such as

05/11/2023

Come meet us at Central Machine Works next Thursday for our next Project Paws! And don’t forget to enter your furry friend in the Pet of the Month contest!

Register here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINPPREG

04/26/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Spring Fling event! And a thank you to our sponsors for making it happen🌻🌸

04/18/2023

SPRING FLING this Wednesday! Don't miss out.

✅️ Networking with amazing people
✅️ Delicious food & drinks
✅️ Professional head shots
✅️ Colorful florals

Register to attend https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSFLINGREG

04/10/2023

Austin’s Spring Fling is 9 days away!

RSVP to the event here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSFLINGREG

And Sign up for headshot time slot here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1JZRCFdlJXFsMwRoEZ5h3uGMWaj8tNoc0PZKfE16jFgs/edit =0

03/31/2023

♻️Zero landfill starts next week!♻️

Have a bunch of unused samples laying around the office? Well our Zero Landfill event is the perfect opportunity to not only get them off your hands, but to recycle the materials and give them a new life! We save thousands of materials from ending up in the landfill by donating them to artisans, school teachers, students and more.

Register for a time slot to donate your materials or volunteer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp9ZzJd-rd02BNqzaCl3LoRN-UVGL87wcdbLuZCYuiCsbi_Q/viewform

03/29/2023

Austin’s second Design Derby is coming up which means it is time to enter the hat competition! Entry starts now and ends April 2nd.

Email [email protected] to enter.

03/11/2023

Another successful Project Paws! Thank you to all our sponsors who made this event possible and to all our furry friends for listening so well☺️.

- Host
- Dog Trainers
- Drinks & Snacks
- Doggy Bar (treats & water)

02/06/2023

Come join us for our next CEU!

Register here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINFEBCEU23

This one-hour program enables participants to gain an understanding of the use of different living walls systems both indoors and out, and in various climates. Attendees will discover the design considerations and positive effects of living walls on the built environment; and, explore case studies of a variety of living walls systems and their performance after installation, evidence based research citations, and compelling photography and time-lapse videos.

01/31/2023

We are super excited to share that Austin City Center will be hosting our first ever Swag Sale! Join us for our Designer Donated thrifting experience Saturday, February 18th from 9-noon at Scandinavian Spaces. Our goal is to encourage designers to redesign their own style in the coming new year with a fresh look from apparel designed by one another. We are accepting clothing, shoes, handbags/purses, sunglasses/hats or anything designer. We’ll also have a few prints by Emily Eisenhart (local Austin muralist) to be won through raffle.

And since it is a Saturday morning, we couldn’t forget a breakfast bar with mimosas, as well as coloring books to encourage designers with children to join us.

All proceeds will go towards our Revolution Redesign which will be held early summertime.

RSVP to the event here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINSWAGREG

01/22/2023

And the first ever Austin a city Center’s pet spotlight winner goes to…. Moxy!!!🏆 Swipe to learn a little more about Moxy and Moxy’s mom Jen.

P.S. The next contest is coming up in March, so get you and your furry (or not furry) friend ready!

01/11/2023

New year, new you! Learn how to flourish in your hybrid work/life balance.

Register here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINSPEAKER23

10/11/2022

Do you think your pet has the best Halloween costume? Enter your pet in Austin’s Project Paws Pet of the Month! Voting will take place in person, 10/27 at Auditorium Shores. Bring your pet and we’ll bring the refreshments!

RSVP here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINPAWSREG

07/05/2022

One our favorite events of the year is coming up on Wednesday, July13th!!Anyone and everyone is invited to this membership drive. Cool off with a popsicle, look at new products and get to know your reps a little more with the hilarious Newly Reps game!

07/05/2022

Come join us in being a part of the IIDA Austin City Center council!! We have to the following council positions available:

Director Elect
Programs Co-Chair
Industry Chair
Professional Development Chair
Sustainability Co-Chair
Membership Chair

06/13/2022

Update 6/23: Project Paws will be postponed until next month. More details coming soon.

Thursday, June 23rd! Grab your furry friend and join the IIDA Austin Council for a day at the park as we say thank you to our members for a great term. Help welcome our new council members and see what what is coming for the next year and how you can get involved. BYOB & BYOP (bring your own pet)

You’ll be able to submit your pet into the Pet of the Month contest as well!

RSVP here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINPAWSREG

06/13/2022

CEU ALERT! Austin City Center’s next CEU will be held on Friday, June 24th at showroom. Your one-stop shop for lunch and credits!

Sign up here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINJUNECEU22

05/17/2022

CEU SIGN UP!

Join us at STG in Austin for a lunch CEU presented by Loftwall!

MAY 20th 12pm-1pm

PRIVACY: REBALANCING THE OFFICE

"The open office revolution has gone too far and now the revolution needs a revolution"

Https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINMAYCEU22

05/16/2022

Wishing an especially happy Monday to Alex Murray for he was voted Austin City Center’s Volunteer of the Year! He has played a huge part in recruiting members and planning events such as:

- Popsicles in the Parking Lot
- Fall Membership Social
- Mardi Gras Membership Drive
- Spring Project Tour
- Designer Derby

Thank you, Alex for all that you do!

04/25/2022

Sound of the trumpet, roar of the crowd, thunder of hooves, cheering aloud! It’s The Designer Derby y’all and we wager this one’s going to be one for the books. Why? Because we’re betting on you having the best time of course!

Join us for an evening of fresh air, classic cocktails, and good ole’ fashioned competition! Grab your best derby attire and promenade solo to our silent auction or grab a team of your firm's best dressed and enter into our fascinator competition. Whether you’re in for the competition or just for the photobooth and drinks, race on over and raise a glass with us!

IIDA will be providing one hat per firm. Please email the following to be included in the competition and to have a hat provided.
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]

There are no limitations for the décor that can be used on the hat- sky’s the limit! We will be auctioning off the hats at the end of the night.

There will be a first, second and third place winner. With the prize being a rose and champagne filled trophy!

Please register for the event here:
https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINDERBYREG22

04/22/2022

Happy 🌎 Day! In honor of Earth Day, here’s a recap of our Austin City Center’s Zero Landfill event:

- 26 firms/vendors dropped off material donations.
-50+ community members attended Shop Day, more including their family members and friends!
- Materials were brought to our furry friends over at

Collectively, the community took home about 75% of the materials that were collected! Here’s the breakdown of material by weight:

- Carpet = 843 lbs 11 oz
- Fabric = 809 lbs
- Glass = 744 lbs 4 oz
- Laminate = 235 lbs 11 oz
- Plastic = 67 lbs 5 oz
- Tile = 3,692 lbs 5 oz
- Stone = 1,091 lbs 13 oz
- Vinyl & Rubber = 1,000 lbs 13 oz
- Wood = 819 lbs 1 oz
- Wall & Ceiling = 329 lbs 7 oz
- Metal = 334 lbs 3 oz
- Concrete/ Cement = 37 lbs 9 oz

03/30/2022

Join your Austin city center for this year’s ZERO LANDFILL. This is an event geared towards collecting donations of material samples from A&D firms and up-cycling in an eco-friendly way. RSVP to see available donation drop-off time slots and volunteer shifts.

As a reminder: the shop/event portion of Zero Landfill is April 15th from 10-3pm. There will be plenty of material to shop from, artisans showcasing projects with recycled materials, POPSICLES!, and of course, great company!

Link to RSVP: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSZLF22

Link to donate/volunteer: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp9ZzJd-rd02BNqzaCl3LoRN-UVGL87wcdbLuZCYuiCsbi_Q/viewform

03/03/2022

Next Thursday we will be hosting our next project tour and happy hour!

“Overture Domain was one of the first generations of schemed active adult development track rolled out throughout the U.S. to kickstart the housing concept that allows those that are age 55+ to live in a community with each other and thrive in a fellowship with residents living in a similar stage of life.

The goal for this community was to design on the hybrid model of hospitality and senior living. Since this specific community is located in a high-density office, retail and residential center- the clientele was expected to be a younger 55+ demographic so demonstrating modern and hip elements were important factors. The scheme base color was a rich royal blue so we complimented this with sleek materials such as lacquer and acrylic as well as black and white accents- cosmopolitan influences that fused a minimalist style with edgy patterns and a bit of glamour that still stuck to the senior living design requirements and ergonomics.” - Andrea, Associate Project Manager at StudioSIX5

02/21/2022

Breakout your most sparkly and colorful outfits because it’s carnival season! On March 3rd, join your IIDA Austin City Center for some Mardi Gras fun. There will be food, drinks, tarot card reading and trivia. This is an event you won’t want to miss and free to all!

Sign up here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINHOLIDAYUW21

12/12/2021

Tomorrow is your last day to sign up! Hurry now to claim your spot!

12/03/2021

Do you still need some CEU credits before the year ends? Well we’re here to help! Monday, December 13th, we will be hosting a day full of CEUs. You can attend all 5 or pick and choose which ones you still need. Breakfast, lunch and happy hour will be provided!

RSVP here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINCEUDAY

10/12/2021

Don’t forget! This Saturday is our Junk in our Trunk(Show). Bring your extra samples, peruse to find some crafting inspiration, or just come and hangout!

10/06/2021

Reminder: 2 more days to RSVP for a parking spot!! This is a perfect event to clean out old samples, so you don’t want to miss it!

RSVP here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINJUNK

If you have any questions please email [email protected]

10/05/2021

Austin City Center’s annual sustainability event is coming up! Start gathering your old samples and getting your trunks filled up because October 16th is just around the corner. RSVP online if you plan to bring donated items or want to display new products. We can’t wait to see you guys there!

RSVP here by October 8th to get your spot: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINJUNK

09/20/2021

Are you guys ready for Fall?? Come enjoy caramel apples, fall inspired drinks, and more at our Austin City Center Fall Membership Social! Come meet local artisans and see their work in their open, Covid friendly workspace. Also, did I mention there will be a one of a kind giveaway?? (Sneak peak coming soon)

RSVP here: https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDAAUSTINFALLSOCIAL21

09/13/2021

IIDA is having a promotion for new members! If you become a member now for 2022, you get the rest of this year free! Sign up now to enjoy all the benefits of being a member.

11/25/2020

Careers

We have two new job postings for Austin.
https://iida-tx-ok.org/careers/

In Texas, the NCIDQ exam application and registration process is a little different. It can be confusing for those interested in taking the exam, so here is a summary of the process.

11/24/2020

IIDA SHIFT21 Registration is now open for students and educators! Visit the IIDA SHIFT Website for event information and to register today! If you haven't been to IIDA SHIFT before, this is the year to attend. IIDA SHIFT will be virtual, but will still have the same amazing events, workshops, project tours, keynote speaker, panelists, and even more 101 topics! All of these same great events at a discounted price for a virtual event!

https://www.iidastudentconference.com/

10/12/2020

While we haven't been able to have in person CEUs, the IIDA TX OK Chapter is working with the Austin City Center to provide, you, our members plenty of CEUs. Be sure to take advantage of these virtual CEUs being offered, starting tomorrow!

Did you know that TBAE allows you to carry over up to 12 CEUs from one recording period to another? They do! If you have all of your CEUs for 2020, start getting your 2021 CEUs now.
https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDATXOKFALLVIRTUALCEUSREG

09/25/2020

IIDA Austin is excited to host Resource Revamp! A new Sustainability and Community Outreach event geared towards re-purposing design materials into goods to be donated back to the Greater Austin Community. Join us at the Mueller Hangar for cocktails and crafts. Materials will be sourced from our local vendors and design libraries. If you or your firm are interested in donating materials for the event, please contact Chelsea Connolly at [email protected] for a list of approved materials. Bring your creativity & positivity!

06/01/2020

Recent graduates and students have you signed up yet for this Panel Discussion on Wednesday?
https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDATXOKSTUDENTPANEL

04/14/2020

Photos from IIDA Texas Oklahoma Chapter's post

08/14/2019

Join us in Houston for the IIDA TX OK Inspire20 Design Excellence Awards Gala. Book your room by August 23rd, at the JW Marriott for just $116/night! https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1559585292690&key=GRP&app=resvlink

IIDA TX OK Inspire19 Excellence Awards + Gala is coming up fast, in just over FIVE weeks! We have some great underwriting opportunities still available, and of course tables and tickets. Come join us at the JW Marriott by the Galleria, in Houston as we honor the best in TX OK Design. https://iida.ejoinme.org/IIDATXOKINSPIRE

07/08/2019

The deadline for the IIDA TX OK Chapter 2019 Design Excellence Awards is July 24th. Submit your projects before it is too late! http://iidatxokexcellenceindesignawards.org/

06/07/2019

Photographs by Katie Webb Photography