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From June 17, 2025 to June 17, 2025

‘Going for Zero’ with Carl Elefante, FAIA

1840 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Hours: 6:00 - 8:00pm

Join the Architects Foundation and Carl Elefante, FAIA, at Room & Board to celebrate the publication of "Going for Zero: Decarbonizing the Built Environment on the Path to Our Urban Future."

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From March 18, 2025 to June 30, 2025
Creative Resilience: Carbon + Complexity
1799 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20006
Creative Resilience: Carbon + Complexity explores the intersection of design, sustainability, and human connection through the transformative power of architectural shading devices. This exhibit of student work highlights how advances in digital design and fabrication are reimagining ornament—not just as decoration, but as a vital tool for integrating biophilic principles that reconnect people with nature, foster well-being, and enhance sustainability. Featuring hands-on learning, the exhibit invites visitors to explore how future architects are creating climate-responsive designs that merge aesthetics with carbon-conscious innovation. Discover how architecture can transform lives, foster equity, and inspire resilient, environmentally conscious solutions for a better world.
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Past Events

June 17, 2025
‘Going for Zero’ with Carl Elefante, FAIA
1840 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
Join the Architects Foundation and Carl Elefante, FAIA, at Room & Board to celebrate the publication of "Going for Zero: Decarbonizing the Built Environment on the Path to Our Urban Future."

Hours: 6:00 - 8:00pm

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April 5, 2025
Chamber Music Maryland’s Italian Saxophone Quartet, April 5
1799 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20006
Step into the historic Octagon for an unforgettable evening with the Italian Saxophone Quartet in an intimate setting. Chamber Music Maryland & The Octagon invite you to experience live chamber music in one of Washington, DC’s most storied landmarks. After the performance, join us for a Meet-the-Artists Cocktail Hour, where you can connect with the musicians and learn more about their craft.

Hours: 4:00pm-6:00pm

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February 2025
Architecture and Black Spaces
1799 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20006
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the historic Octagon Museum as part of PinexGinja's The Salon Series, which is an intimate exploration of the tapestry of Black experiences across the globe. This month, we delve into the theme "Architecture and Black Spaces", examining how Black architects, designers, and communities have shaped and reimagined the built environment to reflect resilience, identity, and cultural pride. This event is FREE.
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