Festival: September 5-27 | AIASF Home Tours: September, September 21

About the Festival

The Architecture + the City Festival, Center for Architecture + Design in collaboration with AIA San Francisco, is one of the nation’s largest architectural festivals. Celebrating its 21st year, this month-long event will showcase the diverse architectural landscape of San Francisco through 30+ programs including behind-the-scenes events, tours, author talks, film screenings, and more. Whether you are an architect, a design enthusiast, or simply curious about the built environment, the Festival offers something for everyone. Join fellow enthusiasts to celebrate the role of architecture in shaping vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities.

Highlights of the Festival

  • Soirée: Music, food, art… Let the festivities begin — celebrate the kick-off of the 21st Annual Architecture + the City Festival!
  • Exclusive Tours: Explore some of San Francisco’s most iconic and innovative buildings.
  • Engaging Lectures: Hear from leading architects, designers, and thought leaders.
  • Film Screenings: Enjoy films that explore the intersection of architecture and urban life.
  • Workshops and Panels: Participate in discussions and hands-on activities to learn more about design and architecture.

2024 AIASF Home Tours

General: $125 | AIA Member: $95 | Bike: $85 | Student: $60

Started in San Francisco in 2003, AIASF’s Home Tours program 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. Don’t forget to attend the AIASF Architects Forum on Thursday, September 19 and Evening Loft Tour + Reception on Saturday, September 21.

Featured Projects:


2024 Architecture + the City Festival Sponsors

COMMUNITY LEVEL

 

BLOCK LEVEL

Jetton Construction

Studio VARA

2024 Architecture + the City Festival Partners

MEDIA PARTNER

San Francisco Magazine

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Downtown First Thursdays

Downtown SF Partnership

Into the Streets SF

2024 AIASF Home Tours Sponsors + Partners

NEIGHBORHOOD LEVEL

BLOCK LEVEL

Strandberg Engineering – Structural Engineer | Flower House

Walker Zanger

MEDIA PARTNER


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  • Volunteer: Get involved and support the Festival by volunteering at programs + events.

For inquiries, please contact us at info@centersf.org

 


Presented by:

The Center for Architecture + Design in collaboration with the American Institute of Architects, San Francisco (AIASF).