# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Business of Architecture
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Formerly known as "Design Practice Exchange", the group will hold its Q3 gathering!About this Event1 LU PendingRefreshments providedAbout the EventRunning an architecture practice comes with challenges that extend well beyond design. Join fellow firm owners, principals, and practice leaders for AIA Santa Barbara’s Business of Architecture, an informal forum for honest conversation, shared experience, and practical insights on running a successful firm.Together, we’ll explore the business decisions that shape our practices, from firm operations, business structures, contracts, and risk management to marketing, staffing, and growth. Whether you’re starting a firm, managing an established practice, or stepping into a leadership role, bring your questions, challenges, and lessons learned.Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and help build a stronger, more collaborative architecture community in Santa Barbara.Learning ObjectivesIdentify common operational challenges in architecture practices and discuss strategies for addressing them.Explore approaches to staffing, workload planning, and project coordination that support efficient teams.Discuss how budgeting, fee development, and financial reporting inform firm decisions.Apply lessons shared by peers to improve day-to-day practice management.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/business-of-architecture/100002001089194649
- **Event Categories**: meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: AIA Santa Barbara Chapter House
  - Languages: English

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Santa Barbara
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: AIA Santa Barbara Chapter House
- **lat**: 34.42746899999999
- **long**: -119.70269200000001
- **full address**: AIA Santa Barbara Chapter House, 229 E Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Business of Architecture being held?
  - **A:** Business of Architecture takes place on Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at AIA Santa Barbara Chapter House, 229 E Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Business of Architecture?
  - **A:** Business of Architecture is organized by AB Design + Ann Kale Associates.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Business of Architecture is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Barbara, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Business of Architecture sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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