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Your tax-deductible membership contribution directly supports SDAF’s programs and events that get people talking about design and the value of excellence in our built environment. It also ensures you will be the first to know about our engaging events, member-only offerings and discounts. All memberships are on an annual basis.

All members receive these core benefits:

Invitations to exclusive member-only events
FREE admission to Pecha Kucha nights!
Discounts on tickets to SDAF events including Orchids & Onions and Context
Priority access to OH! San Diego guided tours, and access to Member Only tours
Special Discounts with participating partners
- Modern Home Tours $5 SDAF member discount
- More to come

Our membership levels

Student

$25

Students, a.k.a. Future Thought Leaders receive our core benefits for a discounted rate. Students are also encouraged to participate as volunteers at SDAF events.

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Ground Floor

$55

Get in on the ground floor of all SDAF’s great benefits. Our entry-level membership is perfect for those who are interested in getting to know more about architecture, planning and design. Support SDAF and receive all the core benefits listed above, including member discounts to SDAF events and free admission to Pecha Kucha.

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Gallery

$125
Take your membership to the next level.
Show your support for SDAF and receive all the core benefits, plus:
- Purchase up to two additional tickets to Orchids & Onions and Context at the discounted member price
- Bring a guest to Member Only events (mixers and tours, excl. Pecha Kucha)
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Loft

$250
Reach new heights with a Loft membership, and benefits that help spread the word about the importance of design excellence in the built environment.
Support SDAF and receive all the core benefits plus:
- Purchase up to four additional tickets to Orchids & Onions and Context at the discounted member price
- Bring a guest to Member Only events (including Pecha Kucha)
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Penthouse

$500
Now you are at the top! Show that you are a leader in promoting the importance of design excellence in the built environment.
Receive all the core benefits listed above, plus:
- Purchase up to four additional tickets to Orchids & Onions and Context at the discounted member price, with VIP seating for you and your guests
- Bring a guest to Member Only events (including Pecha Kucha)
- Recognition on SDAF website
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