April 14–15, 2027 · La Valencia Hotel · La Jolla, California
Early registration: $2,750
Available through Friday, December 11, 2026. Travel and hotel are booked separately.
AIA continuing education
Attendees can earn up to 15 AIA LUs.
A working room, not an audience
For two days, senior leaders from across the built environment gather to work through the questions emerging technology is putting in front of their firms. Most of the time is spent in candid conversation with peers facing the same decisions.
What to expect
- A curated room. A small group of senior leaders. Every conversation stays candid and every voice is heard.
- More conversation than presentation. Short framing talks, followed by table work and open exchange.
- Chatham House Rule. What is said in the room can be used, but never attributed.
- Ideas you can take home. Approaches tested by peers that you can bring back to your own firm.
Who it’s for
CEOs, COOs, CTOs and other senior leaders of architecture, engineering and construction firms, along with owners and investors in the built environment.
Program and speakers
The program and speakers will be shared as they are confirmed. Registration is open now for leaders who want to hold their seat.
Schedule at a glance
- Wednesday, April 14: 8:30am until 5:00pm with a reception following
- Thursday, April 15: 8:30am until 4:00pm
Please plan travel around the Thursday end time.
Hotel
A block of rooms is held at La Valencia Hotel at a discounted rate of $439 per night, plus a $39 nightly resort fee and applicable taxes.
To book, call La Valencia at 800-451-0772 and ask for the Design Futures Council room block.
Rooms in the block are limited. Please reserve your room as soon as possible to guarantee availability at the discounted rate.
Cancellations and substitutions
You may transfer your registration to a colleague from your firm at any time at no charge. Cancellations received in writing by Friday, January 15, 2027 receive a full refund less a $250 processing fee. Cancellations received January 16 through Monday, March 1, 2027 receive a 50% refund. No refunds are available after March 1, 2027.
Hotel reservations are subject to La Valencia’s cancellation policy.