The Architecture of Motherhood

Sponsored by
Women in Architecture and Latino’s in Architecture

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Date:      Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cost: $10 AIA, $5 Associate AIA, $15 Non members
Venue:   Zoom
AIA Credit: 1 AIA

What does it take to thrive as both a design professional and a parent? In this inspiring presentation, architect, author, and entrepreneur Gloria Kloter shares her journey of building a successful architecture practice while navigating the realities of motherhood and family life. Through personal stories, lessons learned, and practical strategies, attendees will explore ways to balance professional ambitions with family responsibilities, overcome common challenges, and create a life aligned with their values.

Grow Your Support System: Attendees will be able to identify strategies for building personal and professional support networks that foster career growth, resilience, and work-life integration.

Lead Through Self-Awareness: Attendees will be able to assess their strengths, weaknesses, and leadership tendencies to better focus on their highest-value contributions, delegate effectively, and build stronger teams.

Organize Your Chaos: Attendees will learn practical strategies for prioritizing commitments, setting boundaries, and creating systems that reduce overwhelm, increase productivity, and support steady progress toward personal and professional goals.

Win By Grace: Attendees will recognize the importance of self-compassion and self-acceptance in navigating motherhood, embracing personal growth, and celebrating their achievements without comparison to others.