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Dallas-Fort Worth Architecture & Design

Name: Dallas-Fort Worth Architecture & Design
Start: 2023-09-07T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2023-09-07T11:30:00-05:00
Location: The Statler Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

Exploring Innovative, Resilient And Cost-Effective Strategies For Today's Dynamic Landscape

Event Ended On: Thursday September 7 2023

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Do you know an executive or C-suite level woman in commercial real estate in the Dallas-Fort Worth area who is a strategic decision-maker impacting her teams, business, community or the industry? We want to recognize the women leaders in CRE who are leading successfully and making a noticeable difference.

Nominate a stand-out senior or CXO woman by Wednesday, September 6 to be considered for the 2023 class of DFW Women Leading Real Estate. We will spotlight and honor the winners at an event this fall.

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Speakers and Panels

Designing Buildings And Spaces That Maximize Community Impact

Yen Ong

Partner & Co-founder, 5G Studio Collaborative

Jake Donaldson

Managing Partner, Method Architecture

Sarah Wicker

Principal & Director of Research, Arcadis (formerly CallisonRTKL)

Eurico Francisco

Principal, Perkins&Will

Amanda Buckley

Principal | CMO, OMNIPLAN Architects

Presentation: It’s A Hole-in-One: How The Largest Development In Frisco Is Changing The Game In The City and Across DFW

Bruce Wright

SVP & Principal, SB Architects

Innovations, Trends and Approaches That Are Shaping The Future of Design Builds

Dan Noble

Dan Noble was born in Chicago but grew up in Aberdeen, South Dakota. After graduating from North Dakota State University in 1982 with a dual Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in Architecture, he moved to Texas. Prior to his appointment as CEO in January 2014, Dan’s leadership as Global Director of Design significantly elevated the quality of the firm’s work and the reach of its influence. A Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and American College of Healthcare Architects, Dan is LEED certified and registered to practice in Texas, Florida, North Dakota, New Jersey, Alabama and South Dakota, as well as Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Alberta. His projects have been honored by the Texas Society of Architects, Progressive Architecture, Architectural Record, Texas Architect and the Dallas Business Journal. A board member and former National President of the Academy on Architecture for Health (AAH), Dan is also a trustee for the Foundation for the AAH and national chairman of the AIA/AAH regional initiatives. He is a member of the Board of Regents of the American College of Healthcare Architects, Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Dallas Inc. and Y Dallas. He is a past president of the Dallas Architecture Foundation and has served as design commissioner, editor and awards program chairman of AIA Dallas. Major Achievements Under Dan’s guidance, HKS has expanded its global reach; developed state-of-the-art research around the neuroscience of design’s impact on health and productivity; demonstrated profound impact in environmental conservation and sustainable design; worked in cities across the globe to improve urban design and resilience; donated design services and financial support to major charitable initiatives; and worked with other members of the design community to elevate the profession. HKS is ranked as one of the leading design firms in the world by BD World Architecture, Architectural Record, Architect, Building Design+Construction and Interior Design. Over its 80-year history, HKS has won hundreds of awards for design excellence. The firm has enjoyed record revenue years under Dan’s leadership and 2019 is on track to be the firm’s best year ever.

HKS

CEO

Dan Noble

CEO, HKS

Sloan Harris

CEO, VLK Architects

Evan Beattie

Evan joined GFF as an architect in 2005 and was named President in 2018. He has over 17 years of experience in architecture and planning, and was named as one of the Dallas Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 in 2013 as well as one of the “Top 20 Under 40 in Architecture, Engineering and Construction” by ENR Texas & Louisiana in 2011. His experience includes managing complex residential, retail, and mixed-use projects through design and construction phases, as well as planning for large-scale retail lifestyle and power centers, office and institutional projects. Evan takes a collaborative approach to design with an emphasis on meeting project goals and exceeding client expectations. He has a strong interest in sustainable design, smart growth, and New Urbanist principles, and is a frequent speaker on these topics at ULI, AIA, TREC and other design and commercial real estate related events. Evan’s high level of community engagement allows him to contribute meaningfully to zoning change efforts in the Dallas area, where land use regulations are often not aligned with best practices in walkable urban design and quality placemaking. Evan is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Architecture degree, including extended studies in Western Europe and Central Mexico. He is an active member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), The Real Estate Council (TREC) and Chaired the 2017 Associate Leadership Council (ALC) leadership development program. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Trinity Commons Foundation, as Secretary for the City of Dallas North Oak Cliff Municipal Management District Board and as Chair of the City of Dallas Downtown TIF Reinvestment Zone 11, and is a member of the RZ 5 board. Additionally, Evan is involved with the North Texas Chapter of Urban Land Institute (ULI). He was the founding member and is a former President of the Henderson Neighborhood Association.

GFF

Chairman/CEO

Evan Beattie

Chairman/CEO, GFF

Christopher Lyon

President, Tournesol Siteworks

Moderator

John Rovi

National Architectural Business Development, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope

Balancing Aesthetics And Budgets: Navigating Cost-Effective Design Strategies For Optimal Results

Michel Borg

, Michel Borg Architecture

Deeg Snyder

Co-Managing Director, Gensler

Aarohi Pilankar

Principal & Studio Director, OTJ Architects

Carrie Hawley

CEO & Senior Principal, HLB Lighting Design

Moderator

Ryan Fanning

Vice President, Gordon Highlander

WHY YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS DFW ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN CONFERENCE

How is the layout and design of Dallas-Fort Worth's major developments changing and what common practices are being exercised across the region?
How are rising construction costs affecting the architectural approach and implementation of designs?
What does the collaborative process between architects and developers look like and when should the collaboration kick-off?
How is ever-changing technology affecting the approach to architecture and design in DFW?
What methods are leading architects taking to improve health and wellness in design?
What is being done to prioritize sustainability in commercial buildings?
What innovative designs will we see more of in DFW in 2023?

How You’ll Do More Business From Attending This Event: Join us for this premier architecture and design event for the commercial real estate industry. Local thought leaders and architects will discuss key practices to ensure efficient design throughout the DFW market. Gain insight into how the A&D community is making an impact across all asset classes and shaping the future of commercial spaces. This event is a great opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in commercial real estate architecture and design with knowledge, connections and inspiration to elevate your projects to new heights.

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Who You'll Network With: Architects, designers, general contractors, developers, owners, tenants, brokers, and more.

Why You Should Attend This Conference: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us.

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Venue

The Statler Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton
1914 Commerce St
Dallas, TX 75201

Ballroom: Grand ballroom A (program) + Junior Ballroom (networking)

Parking Information:

Valet Parking: Daily Prevailing Rate $25.00 | Overnight Rate $48.00
Self-Parking: Daily Prevailing Rate $6.00 | Overnight Rate $20.00

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Registration, Breakfast and Networking
9:00 AM 9:45 AM	Designing Buildings And Spaces That Maximize Community Impact A session focused on innovative approaches and inclusive design that foster social cohesion, accessibility and belonging. Gain insights on successful projects that have transformed communities and created lasting change. Because if you aren't thinking about community impact - this is your sign to do so!
9:45 AM 10:05 AM	It’s A Hole-in-One: How The Largest Development In Frisco Is Changing The Game In The City and Across DFW A deep dive into the new Omni PGA resort in Frisco presented by the principal architect designing the development
10:05 AM 10:20 AM	Networking Break
10:20 AM 11:05 AM	Innovations, Trends and Approaches That Are Shaping The Future of Design A session focused on the latest innovations, technologies and design strategies that are shaping the future of architecture and urban planning. How are these advancements seamlessly integrated into project delivery all the way to hand off? What are the biggest trends and approaches that will define the future of this industry?
11:05 AM 11:50 AM	Balancing Aesthetics And Budgets: Navigating Cost-Effective Design Strategies For Optimal Results A session focused on creating outstanding designs while effectively managing costs for both designs and clients. What are some methodologies and innovative approaches that can be applied to today’s projects to minimize costs without compromising the final product?
11:50 AM 12:00 PM	Post-Event Networking