Annual Austin Architecture & Design Conference

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Annual Austin Architecture & Design Conference

Name: Annual Austin Architecture & Design Conference
Start: 2024-11-14T08:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-14T12:00:00-06:00
Location: The Omni

Envisioning Progress Through Smart Solutions, Perfect Balance and Storytelling Spaces

Thursday November 14 2024 @ 8:00 AM CST

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Speakers and Panels

Blueprints for Progress

Strategies for Advancing Austin's Architectural Vision

Doug Voigt

Urban Design and Planning Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Daniel Brooks

Principal Architect, Page

Kirsten Cessna

Principal, Managing Director, Gensler

Wyatt Frantom

Wyatt Frantom, FAIA is an experienced cross-disciplinary collaborator and award-winning designer. An Architect licensed in Texas and California, and a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, Wyatt serves as Principal and Design Director with Perkins&Will Austin. With over 25 years of experience designing, leading, and executing innovative projects in the U.S. and abroad, Wyatt has gained a deep understanding of markets and the global design culture while working to deliver world-class architecture. As a forward-thinking and collaborative industry leader with Practice Area specialization in Office Buildings, Headquarters, Corporate Campuses, and Higher Education, Wyatt has brought his passion for design and for environmentally-responsive building to a broad range of project types. An accomplished architect, Wyatt has spoken regularly at conferences across the country, has taught architectural design and regularly serves as critic at universities, and on design and award juries within the industry. Wyatt received a Master of Architecture degree from Rice University, a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University, and a Graduate Certificate in Real Estate from Harvard University. Wyatt and his projects have been recognized and published widely; including honors by the Chicago Athenaeum, the AIA COTE Top Ten Award, the ULI Charter Award, and numerous AIA State and local design awards among others; delivering LEED Platinum as well as WELL-certified projects. He has been recognized as recipient of the 2014 BD+C National 40-under-40 Award, the 2014 AIA National Young Architects Award, the 2007 AIA Houston Young Architect Award, and the 1997 AIA Columbus Student of the Year Award. In 2019, Wyatt was elevated to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects. Fellows are recognized with the AIA's highest membership honor for their exceptional work and contributions to the profession and to society - exemplifying architectural excellence.

Perkins&Will

Principal, Design Director

Wyatt Frantom

Principal, Design Director, Perkins&Will

Jennifer Seay

Founder & CEO, Art + Artisans

Moderator

Guy Smith

Associate Principal, HLB Lighting Design

Hitting the Sweet Spot

Aligning Budget, Utility, Beauty, and Teamwork in Design

David Dalton

Partner & Managing Director, Central Texas, Kirksey

Eric Van Hyfte

Principal, BOKA Powell

Maija Kreishman

Maija Kreishman, AIA, IIDA is Managing Principal at Michael Hsu Office of Architecture (MHOA), where she has been a critical member of the firm since 2007. In addition to managing a broad range of architecture and interior projects, Maija oversees strategic visioning, studio culture, operations, marketing, and business development. MHOA employs 80 team members across studios in Austin and Houston, as well as staff in Dallas, New York, Denver, Philadelphia, Louisville, and Boston. The work of MHOA is rooted in hospitality and covers a range of expertise such as large mixed-use developments, adaptive reuse projects, public realm design, single family homes, hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, workspaces, bespoke furniture design and branding and visual identity. MHOA is a nationally award-winning firm, including AN Interior’s Top Design firms of 2022 and AIA Austin Firm of the Year. The firm has received numerous design awards from the Texas Society of Architects, AIA Los Angeles, IIDA, Hospitality Design and Dezeen, among others. Michael Hsu Office of Architecture’s work has been featured in Wallpaper, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Dwell, Conde Nast, Architectural Digest, Texas Architect, Texas Monthly, Garden and Gun, Metropolis, Interior Design, Dezeen and numerous other publications. Maija holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia and a master’s in architecture from The University of Texas at Austin, where she has also served as a guest lecturer. She is an active participant in AIA Women in Architecture and has served on countless design juries for AIA chapters, and notable publications such as FRAME. She has spoken on panels at a variety of conferences including Hospitality Design, Texas Society of Architects, SEGD, and more. She has been a guest on distinguished podcasts such as DesignED, SoHo House Member podcast and Monograph, among others.

Michael Hsu Office of Architecture (MHOA)

Managing Principal

Maija Kreishman

Managing Principal, Michael Hsu Office of Architecture (MHOA)

Cynthia Dehlavi

Director of Design, KW Landscape Architects

Matt Isbell

President, EnvelopiQ

Jenna Steinbeck

Associate, Lake|Flato

Moderator

George Blume

Principal, Design, HOK

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

What You'll Learn:

How can Austin's architecture evolve to better support sustainable growth and environmental responsibility?
What are the most significant challenges facing Austin's urban development, and how can innovative design address these issues?
How do you balance the preservation of Austin's unique cultural identity with the need for modern infrastructure and development?
What role do public spaces and community involvement play in shaping the future architectural landscape of Austin?
What strategies can designers employ to ensure projects meet budget constraints without compromising on functionality or aesthetics?
Can you share examples of successful projects where utility and beauty were perfectly balanced despite budget limitations?
How do you approach value engineering in a way that enhances rather than detracts from the overall design?
What are the latest trends in cost-effective materials and technologies that can help achieve a harmonious blend of budget, utility, and beauty?
How can architectural design be used as a powerful tool to convey a brand's identity and values?
What are some key elements to consider when integrating brand storytelling into the physical space of a building or development?

How You'll Do More Business

Why attend the Austin Annual Architecture & Design Conference? This premier event is your gateway to exploring cutting-edge strategies for advancing Austin's architectural vision. Dive into insightful discussions on creating balanced designs that harmonize budget, utility, and aesthetics. Discover how to leverage architecture and design to craft compelling brand stories that resonate. Whether you're an industry veteran or an emerging talent, this conference offers unparalleled opportunities to learn from the best, network with peers, and be inspired by innovative ideas shaping the future of architecture and design. Don't miss out on this chance to be at the forefront of Austin's design evolution!

Who You'll Network With At This Discussion: ATX's top architecture shops, developers, public officials and more!

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Venue

The Omni
700 San Jacinto At, E 8th St
Austin, TX 78701

Ballroom:
Cocktail: Guadalupe
Main Event: Mansfield/Pennybacker

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Valet parking onsite for $25.00

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Coffee, Breakfast and Networking
9:00 AM 9:50 AM	Blueprints for Progress: Strategies for Advancing Austin's Architectural Vision
9:50 AM 10:00 AM	Networking and Coffee Break
10:00 AM 10:50 AM	Hitting the Sweet Spot: Aligning Budget, Utility, Beauty, and Teamwork in Design
10:50 AM 11:30 AM	Closing Networking