Welcome to a’23!
San Diego’s Annual Conference on Architecture, Our LOCAL version of NATIONAL’s Conference!
A celebration of creativity, sustainability, and innovation in the San Diego built environment, a’23xSD showcases Design Excellence in San Diego.
THE AEC COMMUNITY GATHERS HERE
Little a'23 is more than just a place to learn and marvel at new concepts. It's a vibrant hub for networking, where the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Design) community comes together, fostering connections that can shape the future of design.
Architects, landscape architects, interior designers, engineers, specifiers, contractors, and even aspiring students - all are welcome to join this immersive experience.
Tours, Talks & All Things Architecture
Discover remarkable projects that showcase San Diego's evolving and dynamic urban landscape, engage in a captivating design presentation, take in a design film at the digital gym cinema, and revel in the night with food, drinks, industry friends, and interactive displays and exhibits– all set against the backdrop of UC San Diego's vibrant Park + Market venue.
Educational Programming
Prepare to be inspired as you engage in enriching educational programming, where experts share their insights and knowledge, leaving you with a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving world of design. From technology in architectural practice to the latest in sustainable design, design trends and equity in the profession, there is truly something for everyone at a’23.
The conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn up to 5 HSW CEUs, including new Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD) mandatory education requirements.
Our Resilient Future
Continuing education programs, case studies, resources, technology, products, and strategies that will help us achieve a more equitable and sustainable future for San Diego - and our environment as a whole.
Earn up to 5 mandatory continuing education credits with inspiring climate content, panel discussions, and engaging, current learning programs that represent what’s happening in the profession today.
Programs, learning courses, and presentations to be announced including:
AI IN DESIGN
LIFECYCLE ANALYSIS
EQUITY IN DESIGN
CONTRACT WOES & TIPS
SB10 & HOUSING
HEALTHCARE
CARBON NEGATIVE MATERIALS
PRESERVATION
SUSTAINABILITY
NET ZERO DESIGN
DESIGN FILM SERIES
TECHNOLOGY IN PRACTICE
AND MORE!
Thank You to Our sponsors
For making our a’23 event possible