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Designing for a Better Tomorrow: DC Architecture and Design Summit

In-person: Exploring the Potential of Repositioning, Return to Office, and Community Vision

Event Ended On: Tuesday October 5 2021

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OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR SAFETY

We have experienced the enthusiasm of returning to live in-person events this year, having safely and successfully hosted more than 10,000 executives to date. While we are thrilled to convene together to propel growth within CRE, COVID-19 remains a worldwide concern and Bisnow is committed to practicing safe protocols at our events. You can expect the following:

 

  • Facial coverings will be required by all staff & attendees, regardless of vaccination status. Masks will be made available at the door.
  • Temperature checks will be conducted at entry.
  • Attendance at the event will be capped.
  • Contact tracing procedures will be employed for any reported exposure.
  • Socially distanced seating will be available in the main event space.
  • Enhanced sanitization protocols will be adhered to throughout the event space including regularly disinfecting surfaces throughout the event and hand sanitizer provided to all attendees.

 

As local regulations and guidance evolve, the CRE industry continues to lead the way forward. We look forward to gathering safely to do what we do best: network, connect, and engage to do more business. We look forward to hosting you soon.

Speakers and Panels

Reinvisioning the Office of Tomorrow

As companies decide on their RTO strategy, learn how top architects are reimagining the offices we work in

Wendy Feldman Block
Moderator

Wendy Feldman Block

Executive Managing Director, Savills
Patrick Bartlett

Patrick Bartlett

Interiors Project Director, Davis Carter Scott / DCS Design
Erin McDannald

Erin McDannald

CEO, Elevated

Risk vs Reward: The Designer's Perspective on Repositioning

Repositioning is one of the top trends in a post-pandemic environment. But from the design perspective, what steps go into reimagining an asset? When is it worth it, and what's the true cost?

Barbara Mullenex

Barbara Mullenex

Managing Principal, Perkins Eastman

Designing with Community in Mind: Architecture for Community Development and Social Justice

How local architects are working with D.C.'s diverse communities to design with social impact in mind

Sequoyah Hunter-Cuyjet

Sequoyah Hunter-Cuyjet

Vice President, Determined by Design
Paola Moya

Paola Moya

Founder, Moya Design Partners
Martiena Schneller

Martiena Schneller

SVP, Design, Hoffman & Associates
Gary Martinez
Moderator

Gary Martinez

Partner, OTJ Architects

Keynote - From Stem to Stern: on Partnerships, Communication and Collaboration

Jordan Goldstein

Jordan Goldstein

Principal & Global Director of Design, Gensler

Why This Matters

What You'll Learn

  • Risk vs reward: from the design perspective, what are the challenges and opportunities of repositioning assets?
  • RTO and designing for tomorrow's offices
  • The practical side of things: how do designers decide on costs, integration of materials, etc
  • Going green: how has the desire for public spaces, better filtration/HVAC systems, etc impacted tomorrow's design trends?
  • Community development and vision: how local architects are working with D.C.'s diverse communities to design with social impact in mind

 

How You'll Do More Business: Learn more about decision-making from the design perspective, and how to invest in architecture firms leading the charge in reimagining tomorrow's office layouts, public spaces, and repositioned assets. 

Who You’ll Meet: The region's top architects, decision-makers, and business partners

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Venue

Marriott Courtyard Convention Center
901 L St. NW
Washington DC 20001

Ballroom/Floor: Shaw Ballroom, 2nd Floor


Parking Information:

Parking information: Valet (at hotel): 2 Hours is $29 + tax
3 hours is $39 + tax
Self: 1100 L St. NW
Early Bird (enter before 9:00am): $14
1 hr: $12
Daily Max: $21

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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Registration, Networking, and Breakfast
9:00 AM
9:40 AM
Reinvisioning the Office of Tomorrow
As companies decide on their RTO strategy, learn how top architects are reimagining the offices we work in
9:40 AM
10:20 AM
Risk vs Reward: The Designer's Perspective on Repositioning
Repositioning is one of the top trends in a post-pandemic environment. But from the design perspective, what steps go into reimagining an asset? When is it worth it, and what's the true cost?
10:20 AM
11:00 AM
Designing with Community in Mind: Architecture for Community Development and Social Justice
How local architects are working with D.C.'s diverse communities to design with social impact in mind
11:00 AM
11:30 AM
Keynote - From Stem to Stern: on Partnerships, Communication and Collaboration
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
Closing Networking

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