The Homes by Architects Tour, founded by AIA Minnesota in 2008, is a two-day in-person and a multi-week virtual event and public outreach opportunity where architect-designed homes from around the state are showcased to a public audience. 

By showcasing high-quality new and remodeled, architect-designed homes from a range of project types, sizes, budgets, and sites, the event strives to demonstrate the value of architect-led residential design and educate the public about the quality and diversity of skills an architect can offer. Additionally, the tour provides an opportunity for AIA Minnesota members to promote their services, expand their client base, and showcase their high-quality work. 

The 2024 Homes by Architects Tour is a hybrid event. Homes will be available to tour in person on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. A virtual tour will be available to view online Saturday, September 28–Sunday, October 13. Explore the public-facing Homes by Architects Tour website here.

Submit a project for the new Small Project Showcase! 

After the extensive feedback gathering, careful consideration, and committee discussion, AIA Minnesota is moving forward with a two-year pilot program that adds small projects to the Homes by Architects Tour.

Submit a small project for this year’s tour! Deadline: Friday, July 12 at 12:00 pm noon CT. Submit here »

Eligible projects must be:

  • Designed by a registered architect, or by a design team led by a registered architect, who is an AIA Minnesota member in good standing
  • 600 square feet or smaller
  • Completed in the last six years or scheduled for completion by July 15, 2024
  • Total number of small projects will be capped at nine (9), to not exceed the number of current in-person tour homes.

See full details, including eligibility, submission requirements, and the review process, in the Call for Entries.

Download the Call for Entries
Download the Small Projects Architect Agreement
Download the Small Projects Homeowner Agreement
Download the List of Suppliers Form