Don't miss the next lecture in the 2026 AIA San Diego Lecture Series Featuring:
Brandi Rickels, AIA
Designer & Co-Leader of Lake Flato’s Independent School Studio
WHERE: La Atalaya Theater, Mingei Museum in Balboa Park
WHEN: Thursday, July 23, 2026
TIME: 6-7 pm Refreshments, appetizers & networking | 7-8 pm Lecture | 8-830 Q+A
Brandi is an accomplished designer and a co-leader of Lake Flato's Independent Schools Studio. Her focus on educational projects has been instrumental in the firm’s growth. Brandi’s steady leadership has helped to evolve and hone a unique design approach for school clients that centers around People, Place, Programs and Performance. Brandi believes that a well-designed campus can promote a contemplative atmosphere that serves as a valuable teaching tool for students while providing the functional infrastructure that educators need. This approach has resulted in award-winning and thoughtful school designs across the nation that are inspirational, adaptable and connected to the landscapes and climates of their surroundings.
Register Below! Limited capacity
$5 - AIA Members | $30 - General Admission | Free - Students
Proceeds from this event benefit the AIA San Diego Laura Shinn Diversity in Architecture Scholarship Fund, which supports the next generation of underrepresented students pursuing careers in architecture and design.
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About the Lecture Series
The AIA San Diego Lecture Series, in collaboration with NewSchool of Architecture & Design and UCSD Design Lab, explores the evolving future of urban architecture, design, and planning.
Featuring renowned designers, educators, and thought leaders from around the world, the series invites architects, students, and the public to join in bold conversations about how we shape — and reimagine — the cities we live in.
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