Taking place in San Diego, California, from June 10 to 13, the American Institute of Architects’ 2026 Conference on Architecture and Design (AIA26) will have several Quinn Evans team members sharing ideas and expertise with peers from across the industry.

From sharing daylight strategies for healthier existing buildings to exploring the future of architecture and supporting emerging professionals, our team will be participating in sessions throughout the conference. Explore where you can connect with us below.

Designing with Daylight: Innovation for Healthier Existing Buildings

Friday, June 12 | 7:30–8:30 AM

This session will introduce the new research supported by an AIA Upjohn Grant and developed in partnership with researchers at the University of Oregon, Daylighting Design for Circadian Health in Existing Buildings. Quinn Evans sustainability specialist Denise Gravelle, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, will join University of Oregon Associate Professor of Architecture Siobhan Rockcastle to explore how strategic daylight retrofits, including in older and historic buildings, can enhance wellness and productivity by improving circadian daylight exposure.

Performance Follows Form: Awakening to Architecture’s Superpowers

Friday, June 12 | 2:30–3:30 PM

Drawing from a career dedicated to giving existing buildings new life, Quinn Evans principal emeritus Carl Elefante, FAIA, FAPT, will explore the growing importance of stewardship, adaptive reuse, and preservation in shaping the future of cities and communities.

How to Get Involved: NextGen Volunteers Shape AIA

Thursday, June 11 | 4:00–4:30 PM | NextGen Lounge

Saakshi Terway, Associate AIA, LEED Green Associate, will join Jason Takeuchi and Jordan Luther for a discussion on how emerging professionals can get involved with AIA through volunteering, leadership opportunities, and industry engagement. The session will explore how early career participation can help shape both individual professional growth and the future of the profession.

IAC City Shapers 2 Book Signing

Friday, June 12 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

Saakshi Terway, Associate AIA, LEED Green Associate, will participate in a signing for The Immigrant Architects Coalition's (IAC) City Shapers Vol. II: Stories of Immigrant Designers. The stories featured in the book share the unique stories and shared perspectives of thirty design professionals working toward building meaningful and successful careers in the United States.