SEPTEMBER 11
Ben Van Berkel: “Transformational Cities & Places of Tomorrow”
7:00 PM, State Theatre, 719 Congress Avenue 78701, free and open to the public
in partnership with UNStudio

Join us as UNStudio launches their North American office, with a lecture by Ben van Berkel, Founder and Principal Architect of UNStudio. This event will explore the interconnected realms of urbanism, architecture, design, mobility, and transit. Ben van Berkel will share insights on how innovative design can reshape urban landscapes and enhance the way we live and move.

Doors open at 6:00pm. Lecture begins at 7:00pm, followed by Q&A with Peter Mullan, Austin Transit Partnership. The event is graciously sponsored by Design Austin and the Downtown Austin Alliance.


Ben Van Berkel

PLEASE NOTE: The State Theatre has a Clear Bag Policy.

  • Clear bags should not exceed 14″ x 12″ x 6″ in size.
  • Small, non-clear clutch bags will be allowed, and should not exceed 4.5” x 6.5” in size.
  • The following personal items are NOT permitted: food or beverage of any kind, weapons of any shape or size (including firearms, explosives, pocket knives, etc.), cameras or recorders of any kind.

Design Talks is presented in collaboration with design organizations and showcases talented designers from all fields. It is now a popup series.


FALL 2023 SERIES
SEPTEMBER 13 | Dr. Cheryl Miller in partnership with American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) Austin
OCTOBER 11 |  “Curating a Design Experience” with Jennifer Jarl McCombs in partnership with International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Texas Oklahoma Chapter
NOVEMBER 8 | Sterling E. Stevens in partnership with National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) Central Texas
SPRING 2023 SERIES
MARCH 8 – Philip Keil, AIA | Furman + Keil Architects | in partnership with AIA Austin
APRIL 12 – Ilse Frank, PLA, ASLA, Assoc. AIA | Studio Balcones | in partnership with Central Texas ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects)


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