AIA San Diego Lecture Series
Brandi Rickels, AIA
Designer & Co-leader of Lake Flato's Independent Schools Studio
Join us for our third lecture of 2026 featuring Brandi Rickels, AIA.

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.

SCHEDULE
6:00 - 7:00 PM | Check-in & Networking
7:00 - 8:00 PM | Lecture
8:00 - 8:30 PM | Q&A

Location
La Atalaya Theater at The Mingei Museum
Balboa Park, Plaza de Panama, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Date & Time
Thursday, July 23 2026
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
 Join us on July 23
We look forward to seeing you there!
Each lecture in this series supports a different cause. Proceeds from this event benefit the AIA San Diego Laura Shinn Diversity in Architecture Scholarship Fund, which supports the next generation of students pursuing careers in architecture and design.

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