A Curious Conversation On Powerful Design Work With Dora Drimalas

Discover how eclectic hobbies, experiences and sheer curiosity can be translated into powerful design work across any subject or discipline. Join AIGA Houston for a conversation with Dora Drimalas, Founder and Executive Creative Director of Hybrid Design, as we explore how curiosity sparks the passion that fuels great design. Thursday, September 24, 2026 6 - 8 p.m. Fresh Arts 2101 Winter Street, Suite C100, Houston, TX 77007 Dora Drimals is stopping over Houston for one night only to share the incredible story behind the award winning work at Hybrid Design. For nearly 25 years, multidisciplinary San Francisco studio Hybrid Design has translated eclectic interests and deep curiosity into impactful design for clients like Nike, The North Face, Pinterest, Sonos, and YouTube. Now, the studio has collected two decades of that work and philosophy in its first book, Hybrid: Curiosity in All Things. ***AIGA Houston will be giving away 2 books at the event.*** Join us for an evening of inspiration and networking with your peers and flip through the 650 pages, featuring real project examples and a collection of insightful essays from the Hybrid Design team. You wouldn't want to miss it. Tickets are limited. Evening Program 6:00 - 6:15 pm. —Arrive and Mingle over Refreshments Allow yourself enough time to park and walk over to the studio. Checkin and enjoy light bites and beverages. 6:15 - 7:15 pm. —Conversation with Dora and Audience Q&A Hear Dora as she tells the story of problem solvers, artists, craftspeople, and thinkers who thrive on the unexpected, followed by questions from the audience. 7:15 - 7:45 pm. —Book Signing & Networking This will be your chance to meet Dora and purchase your own copy of Hybrid: Curiosity in All Things autographed by the author. Signed books will be available while supplies last. Books will be sold at the event by Basket Books Parking Parking is ample and free on the Winter Street parking lot. About AIGA Houston As the profession’s oldest and largest professional organization for design, AIGA seeks to advance design as a professional craft, strategic advantage and vital cultural force. Locally, the Houston chapter focuses on building community, strengthening skills and advocating for design. We are a 100% volunteer-powered nonprofit organization. https://houston.aiga.org/ Accessibility We are committed to programming that is as inclusive as possible. If you require special assistance, accommodations or wheelchair seating, please email the [email protected] at least 2 business days before the scheduled event. Code of Conduct By registering and or attending any of our events, you agree to abide by AIGA Houston’s Code of Conduct. Recording Disclosure: Your registration and/or presence constitutes permission to use photos, audio and video recording taken in the public spaces of our event for promotional and educational purposes in connection with AIGA Houston activities, corresponding publications and AIGA Houston managed websites. If you would prefer to not be included in photos or videos, please contact a board member or event volunteer to discuss further options. When & WhereSat, Sep 12, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDTArt League Houston1953 Montrose BoulevardHouston, TX 77006Register asMember Non-member