Call for program submissions are now open for the 21st Annual Architecture + the City Festival (September 6-27, 2024)
Co-presented by the Center for Architecture + Design in collaboration with AIA San Francisco, the annual Architecture + the City Festival celebrates San Francisco's built environment through a variety of behind-the-scenes programs, walking tours, home tours, literature, exhibitions, and presentations.
To submit a project for the 2024 AIASF Home Tours program, click HERE >>>
Questions? Contact info@centersf.org
SUBMISSION PROCESS
- Submit a program proposal by using an existing/creating an account or creating and completing the submission form;
- Call for submissions is open to the public; there is no application fee to submit a proposal;
- Proposals will be reviewed and all applicants will be notified of acceptance or decline;
- Take a look at the 2023 Architecture + the City calendar of events for inspirations.
2024 TIMELINE
- Sunday, April 7: Call for submissions opens
- Friday, June 7, 11:59 PM (Pacific Time): Deadline for submissions proposal
- June 17-21: Review process
- Monday, June 24: Accept/Decline notifications
- September 6 - 27: Festival
INSPIRATIONS
The following are suggested topics to consider when submitting a program proposal. View the 2022 Architecture + the City Calendar of Events for inspirations.
- What are the lasting impacts and/or lessons learned in a post-pandemic world as it relates to architecture and design in San Francisco?
- How has architecture impacted you and the (re)use of space?
- What types of architecture and design have you found inspiration?
- What challenges continue to be part of housing, climate change, economic and health equity?
- How do we design with connection in mind, that is human-centered and focuses on health, inclusivity and resilience?
- How can we seamlessly connect the present urban community to empower a more deliberate, livable San Francisco?
Each year the festival explores and reveals the many layers of San Francisco and how Âarchitecture and design play a key role in the ever-changing urban landscape. We look forward to hearing your programming ideas that reflect the City's zeitgeist.
PROCEEDS
Proceeds from Architecture + the City Festival programs benefit the Center for Architecture + Design; proceeds from the Festival Home Tours benefit the American Institute of Architects, San Francisco (AIASF). Additional details to be provided to selected projects; all programming is subject to change.
Questions?
Annabelle Udo-O'Malley, Programs Director, auomalley@aiasf.org
Submission Deadline: Friday, June 7, 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
Architects Forum: Thursday, September 19 | AIASF Home Tours: Saturday, September 21
Questions? Contact info@aiasf.org
Submission Process
- Download the 2024 AIASF Home Tours Submission Packet for submission criteria and additional important details;
- Create a Submittable account or log in using an existing one then complete this Call for Submissions: 2024 AIASF Home Tours form;
- JOIN or RENEW your membership; submissions are open to all AIA Members;
- Project must be located in the city and county of San Francisco;
- Proposals will be reviewed and selected by a team identified by AIASF;
- All applications will be notified of status of acceptance or decline no later than July 2024.
- There is no application fee to submit a proposal.
- Take a look at the 2023 AIASF Home Tours to be inspired.
About AIASF Home Tours
Started in San Francisco in 2004, AIASF’s Home Tours program (formerly "San Francisco Living: Home Tours") is the first tour series of its kind in the Bay Area to promote a wide variety of architectural styles, neighborhoods, and residences. Projects are showcased via an open house format and tour participants have the opportunity to see some of the region's latest projects from the inside out, meet design teams, explore housing trends, and discover design solutions that inspire unique ways of living.
This is an excellent opportunity for architects and homeowners to showcase the positive impact of great residential design in San Francisco and demonstrate the ways design contributes to an improved quality of our daily lives.
Format: Self-guided one-day home tour showcasing multiple homes on Saturday, September 21 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Pacific Time).
This year, AIASF encourages "all-electric project" submissions in an effort to show architects and the general public that design excellence and climate solutions go hand-in-hand. Features such as fully electric induction kitchens and electric heat pump mechanical systems are exciting technologies being adopted (and mandated) by local jurisdictions as the standard in low-carbon, high-efficiency homes. Additionally, electrification is supported and encouraged by AIA programs such as the Architecture 2030 Commitment, and the Framework for Design Excellence.
The tour aims to:
- Celebrate great design in the region, revealing ways it continues to contribute to our unique quality of life.
- Promote the awareness, understanding, appreciation, and experience of excellent design.
- Engage the community in conversation about residential design and connection with the surrounding environment.
- Provide insights into the design process with pre-tour lectures and opportunities to interact with architects and designers on site during the tour.
- Demonstrate the positive impact of great design as it contributes to our economy, environment and community identity.
- Highlight the innovative talent of our local design community and inspire a new generation of architects to explore the field.