Graphic reading “Rowlett Lecture 2026” with photos of tall architectural buildings designed by SOM.

Over 300 people are expected to attend the event titled “The Art + Science of Integration in Architecture.”

A man speaks behind a podium for the CRS Center.

Architectural thought leaders from SOM will headline the March 23 lecture and March 24 design charrette.

A portrait of Alejandro Borges.

Alejandro Borges is an Associate Professor at the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, he holds a Master of Architecture from Cornell University and a professional architecture degree from the Universidad Central de Venezuela.

A portrait of Gregory Anthony Luhan.

Dr. Luhan is a leading voice in architectural research and education, focusing his work on innovative design technologies, digital fabrication, and the application of emerging computational tools in professional practice.

A portrait of Chukwuma (Chuma) Nnaji.

Chukwuma (Chuma) Nnaji conducts research and teaches advanced topics focused on construction automation, data analytics in project management, and the integration of emerging technologies to improve safety and productivity in the built environment.

A portrait of Michael O'Brien.

Michael engages in advanced research and teaching focused on architectural theory, design methodologies, and the critical relationship between culture, technology, and the built environment.

A portrait of Wei Yan.

Wei Yan, the Interim Department Head and William M. Peña Professor in Information Management at Texas A&M University, specializes in computational methods in architecture, including Augmented Reality, Building Information Modeling, and Artificial Intelligence for design optimization.

Two students moving a piece of lumber on campus at the College of Architecture.

Building material with the potential to impact the design and construction of structures in Texas was the focus of a CRS Center symposium.

A portrait of Michael McCarthy.

Michael McCarthy, whose initiatives as college dean from 1988-1992 spurred a period of growth, passed away May 30 at age 76.

The graphic for the 2020 Rowlett lecture series.

The March 25 Rowlett lecture was canceled to conform with Texas A&M coronavirus guidelines. The event will be rescheduled for 2020.