Kids Draw | Architectural Foundation

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The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara is hosting it’s annual Kids Draw event over the next few weeks in April.  This fantastic event provides children with the opportunity to sketch buildings in our community, aided by local artists and architects.  Each year a calendar is produced with their drawings which provide a refreshing perspective on the built environment in Santa Barbara.  For more info, click here.


Coastal Housing Coalition | Annual Conference

The Santa Barbara Coastal Housing Coalition is hosting it’s annual conference at the Carrillo Recreation Center on Friday, March 20, 2015.  The theme for this year’s conference is “Housing Needs and Opportunities Revealed.”

The Coastal Housing Coalition is a non-profit dedicated to educating the public about the impacts of the lack of available housing that is within financial reach of our local workforce.  To read more about this organization, click here.


AIA Santa Barbara | Design Awards 2015

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The Santa Barbara chapter of AIA has opened registration for the 2015 Design Awards.  Registration is open now through April 3, 2015.  Submissions are due by May 8, 2015.  Categories include Residential, Non-Residential, Interior Architecture & Design, Small Projects, the Un-built Award and the 2015 Cycling Category – Sustainability Award.  Do your part to contribute to the conversation around the built environment in our community, and showcase your firm’s excellent work!  For more info, click here.


SB HISTORICAL MUSEUM | WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE

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The Santa Barbara Historical Museum is hosting a lecture about important women architects that have contributed to the beauty of Santa Barbara.  We encourage you to attend this event and learn more about Julia Morgan, Lutah Maria Riggs, Harriet Moody, and more – Thursday, March 19 at 5:30 pm.  For more info, click here.


ARCHITECTURAL RECORD | INNOVATION CONFERENCE

Architectural Record is holding its annual Innovation Conference this April in Los Angeles.  This year’s theme is “Expanding Architecture: Creativity, Design and Technology.”  This should be a great opportunity to network, learn and get inspired!  For more info, click here.