WE ARE LIVE IN Boston October 26 The Westin Copley Place 6 AIA HSW CEUs PRESENTED BY The long-awaited Facades+ Boston conference, hosted by the Architect’s Newspaper and co-chaired by Payette, will finally take place in-person on October 26. Join us for a full day led by the best and brightest in the regional AEC

Methods & Materials Expo Grow your materials knowledge, get hands-on with new products and valuable face time with industry experts in the Methods & Materials Expo. Interested in Sponsoring? Participating Exhibitors Interested in Sponsoring? Facades+ conferences are prime informational and networking events for architects, general contractors, engineers, fabricators, material suppliers, building owners and developers, educators,

Toronto September 26, 2025 Join us at the Hyatt Regency Toronto Apply Now Free Access for Qualified AEC Professionals Earn up to 6 AIA/OAA HSW CEUs Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building

Methods & Materials Expo Grow your materials knowledge, get hands-on with new products and valuable face time with industry experts in the Methods & Materials Expo. Interested in Sponsoring? Participating Exhibitors Interested in Sponsoring? Facades+ conferences are prime informational and networking events for architects, general contractors, engineers, fabricators, material suppliers, building owners and developers, educators,

Chicago September 12, 2025 Join us at the voco Chicago Downtown Apply Free Access for Qualified AEC Professionals Earn up to 6 AIA HSW CEUs Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures

Coty Sandberg, AIA is a senior design leader at SmithGroup’s Chicago office who excels at creating thoughtful and innovative design solutions that positively impact the human experience. Her design philosophy prioritizes wellbeing, inclusivity, and timelessness, aiming to enhance the social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of individuals. With her diverse array of expertise spanning the health, higher

Ryan Markgraf is a Lead Project Engineer for Novum Structures LLC. For over 16 years at Novum, Ryan has been responsible for providing technical services on projects ranging from glazed entrance canopies to atrium facades and skylights for buildings in the medical, education, and corporate sectors. Ryan recently worked on the Gaylord Chula Vista Atrium

Agenda Symposium Tuesday, July 22 Times in CDT Previous Next Save Your Seat Today! Join us for peer-learning and networking opportunitiesto keep you at the forefront of practice. EARN 6 AIA HSW CREDITS

Methods & Materials Expo Grow your materials knowledge, get hands-on with new products and valuable face time with industry experts in the Methods & Materials Expo. Register Interested in Sponsoring? Participating Exhibitors Interested in Sponsoring? Facades+ conferences are prime informational and networking events for architects, general contractors, engineers, fabricators, material suppliers, building owners and developers,

Kansas City July 22, 2025 Join us at the Kansas City Marriott Earn up to 6 AIA HSW CEUs Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures Sustainable and High Performance Building Enclosures

Harold is the Practice Lead for Stantec’s new Building Specialty Services division in Western Canada, overseeing the Building Science, Energy Modeling, Façade Engineering, Facility Assessment, Building Commissioning, and Technology specialties. As a Professional Licensee of Engineering in Building Science and a Registered Roofing Observer, Harold is knowledgeable and experienced in cladding, glazing, roofing, insulation and

Stacey Hooper, AIA, LEED AP Stacey helps guide the firm’s healthcare and academic science practices, bringing a research-driven approach that links a deep understanding of clients’ needs with design innovation and efficient project delivery. Working  with clients from concept through construction on projects that include some of the firm’s largest and most complex, she leads

Daniel A. Sesil, P.E., C.E., S.E., P.Eng. is a Partner at LERA Consulting Structural Engineers. With the firm since 1983, his extensive expertise lives in special design projects that answer to function and innovation. He specializes in long span, column-free spaces, high-rise buildings, creative solutions and research initiatives. He has also led several major forensic

With 25 years of experience in the façade and fenestration industry, Bill LaPointe brings extensive expertise in project management, energy-efficient materials, and innovative design solutions. Holding both a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor’s License and a Connecticut Glazier’s License, he has successfully led complex projects that enhance a building’s performance and comfort, while preserving architectural integrity. Bill

Robert (Bobby) Blabolil is an accomplished architect at Gensler, known for his innovative approach and keen attention to detail. With expertise spanning design, documentation, and construction administration, he excels at navigating complex projects from inception to completion. Bobby has led a wide variety of high-profile projects across sectors like commercial office, mixed-use, residential, and repositioning.

Justin is an architectural technologist with more than 20 years of hands-on experience. He has worked on a variety of projects, including educational facilities, border crossings, office buildings, high-rise residential towers, and transit infrastructure and facilities. As a project leader, Justin has developed projects from inception to completion. In his leadership roles, Justin provides continuity

Juan José Castellón is an Architect (ETSA Barcelona, 2003), an M.Arch. in Emergent Technologies & Design (Architectural Association London, 2011), a Doctor of Sciences from the Swiss Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich, 2018), and an Assistant Professor at Rice University from 2018.  As co-founder of xmade Switzerland, he has been part of the design and

Martin Voelkle is a Partner at BIG who focuses on architecture, sustainable construction and technology. Martin has been leading BIG’s collaboration with ICON Build, a developer of advanced construction technologies, including 3D-printed buildings, which are produced with less waste and in a more expedited manner than typical construction methods. Collaborations with ICON have included affordable

Agenda Symposium Wednesday, April 30 Times in EST Previous Next Save Your Seat Today! Join us for peer-learning and networking opportunitiesto keep you at the forefront of practice. EARN 3.5 AIA LU CREDITS

Chris started in construction early, following along on his father’s job sites. He would step into the family business as a laborer, then into sales. Chris’s love of design led to a full-time role with Wenger Corporation. He moved to Dallas and began his career as an Architectural Rep. Now with CRL, Chris is ready

Aida Ayuk is the Sustainable Design Coordinator at EskewDumezRipple, where she leads sustainability efforts firmwide. Specializing in the integration of sustainable, healthy, and equitable design strategies, Aida coordinates pledge commitments, facilitates design charrettes, and identifies opportunities for impactful solutions. She collaborates closely with project teams to build internal capacity and ensure a shared foundation in

Patrick Elmore is a seasoned sales and business development leader with over 25 years of experience in sales and sales management. As the President of Business Development at Infinite Recycled Technologies, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth and impact since its inception in 2017, leading to its official launch in

With 30 years of experience, Jeff is a guiding figure in the practice of blending architecture with urban design. His portfolio includes a wide range of program types, informing his expertise in large-scale, mixed-use developments. In his role as a Design Principal, Jeff’s dedicated approach to his projects has furthered the firm’s and the industry’s

Julie Ju-Youn Kim, AIA is Professor and Chair at Georgia Tech’s School of Architecture, where she is the current director of the Flourishing Communities Collaborative, an interdisciplinary research and design lab. Julie has been nationally recognized with a 2024 AIAS Educator Impact Honor Award; 2023 AIA Georgia Educator of the Year, and the 2023 ACSA