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Registration Now Open for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026 in San Diego

This premier industry gathering will take place June 10–13, 2026, in San Diego, bringing together the professionals shaping the future of the built environment

By Lindsay Lewis
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The American Institute of Architects
February 25, 2026

Registration is officially open for AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026 (AIA26)—the architecture and design event of the year. Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this premier industry gathering will take place June 10–13, 2026, in San Diego, bringing together the professionals shaping the future of the built environment.

AIA26 is more than a conference—it’s where the leaders behind the $700 billion architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry come to understand what’s happening now and influence what’s next.

A Limited-Time Opportunity: $159 New Member Pass

New to AIA? Join as a new member and unlock a $159 New Member Pass—a remarkable $1,140 savings compared to the non-member rate. This exclusive offer makes it easier than ever to access four days of transformative content, connections, and career-defining opportunities.

Move Your Work Forward

Over four immersive days, attendees will engage with the ideas, people, products, and experiences defining the next era of practice. The conference experience includes:

  • High-profile keynote speakers addressing the most urgent issues and emerging opportunities in architecture and design

  • Industry-leading continuing education (CE) sessions to support licensure and professional growth

  • Architect-led tours showcasing innovative design in and around San Diego

  • Unparalleled networking with thousands of architects, designers, firm leaders, and emerging professionals

  • The industry’s largest expo, featuring cutting-edge materials, technologies, and solutions transforming practice

From firm principals and emerging professionals to educators and allied industry partners, AIA26 offers unmatched access to thought leadership, collaboration, and innovation.

Why Attend AIA26?

In a rapidly evolving profession shaped by technology, sustainability imperatives, and new models of practice, AIA26 provides the clarity, community, and competitive edge needed to move work—and careers—forward.

Join thousands of professionals in San Diego this June to discover what’s next for architecture.

Registration is now open. Secure your spot and be part of the future of design at AIA26.

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Lindsay Lewis is the Editor for Building Enclosure magazine. She has been with the publication since 2013 and is a graduate of Central Michigan University. She can be reached at lewisl@bnpmedia.com.

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