Announcing the keynote speakers at our 78th Annual Convention and Design Expo, “Threshold.” Joining us in Austin on November 9-11 will be: Michael Ford, Assoc. AIA; Mack Scogin, FAIA, and Merrill Elam, FAIA; and Joshua Prince-Ramus. The fourth general session will be a panel with all of the keynote speakers, moderated by Texas Architect Editor Aaron Seward.

The Hip Hop Architecture Camp™ is a one week intensive experience, designed to introduce under represented youth to architecture, urban planning, creative place making and economic development through the lens of hip hop culture. The Camp is based on the "4C's" which are Creativity, Collaboration, Communication and Critical Thinking. During the camp, students are paired with architects, urban planners, designers, community activists and hip hop artists to create unique visions for their communities which include the creation of physical models, digital models and the creation of a Hip Hop Architecture track and music video summarizing their designs.