Architects to converge on San Diego for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026

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Date: 9 June 2026

AIA will host the premier event for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry in San Diego June 10-13.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) will welcome more than 5,000 architects and design professionals to San Diego for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design® 2026 (AIA26) taking place at The San Diego Convention Center, June 10-13, 2026. The event will convene professionals across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry to network, share knowledge, and find solutions to design a better world.

AIA is committed to driving progress throughout the architecture and design industry, and this conference brings that mission to life. Through networking opportunities, educational sessions, curated events, guided tours, and the industry's largest expo, the event is built to spark meaningful collaboration. Attendees will dive into the topics shaping the profession's future — from net zero energy and adaptive reuse in revitalizing downtowns to the growing role of AI and the push to design healthier buildings that strengthen communities.

Highlights include:

June 11-12: AIA26 Expo - More than 600 leading brands exhibiting the latest building materials and technologies. Exhibitors will be launching new products, while AIA offers a variety of engaging activities for attendees, from complimentary new headshot to a puppy park.
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June 11-13: Keynotes:
•    What Food Knows About Architecture with Padma Lakshmi
•    Disruptive Transformation: Leveraging AI for Greater Impact & Innovation with Charlene Li
•    Architects as Catalysts for Sustainable Development with Sameh Wahba
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Education – AIA offers attendees more than 350+ expert-led sessions focused on how architectural practice is evolving and how to prepare. Attendees can earn HSW, GBCI, RIBA, and AIA LU credits with best-in-class continuing education.
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Architect led San Diego Tours – AIA offers 80+ tours to explore San Diego’s landmark buildings and cutting-edge projects alongside the architects who designed them.
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Press registration is now open, members of the media can register here.

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