DESIGN FOR THE FUTURE:
HOW DESIGN MAKES THE WORLD
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IMAGE COURTESY DESTINATION GREATER VICTORIA
GRAY invites design professionals and enthusiasts to join us in Victoria, B.C., for DesignCon, our first annual destination design conference.
Victoria is situated in a stunning location along Canada’s west coast, nestled between the Salish Sea and the coastal rainforests of Vancouver Island. But, looking at it through design goggles, you’ll find that Victoria is also a bold, forward-thinking, growing city with a thriving design scene.
Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners
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Thank you to our ground team in Victoria
Ann Squires Ferguson, Western Design + Build; Luke Mari and Melanie Ransome, Aryze Developments; Franc D'Ambrosio and Erica Sangster, D'AMBROSIO architecture + urbanism; Jayne Bradbury and Suzanne Bradbury, Fort Properties; Greg Damant, Cascadia Architects; Jason Guille, Stream of Consciousness and Sunset Labs; Tessa McLoughlin and Liisa Ingimundson, Kwench; Jonathan Poppitt, Thomas and Birch Cabinetry; Samantha Province, Interior Design; John Shukin, Shape Design; Carla and Will Sorrell, Design Victoria; Tyson Villeneuve, Villeneuve Creative and The Social Concierge
WEDNESDAY • MAY 10
Welcome soirée
The opening party is a luxurious sunset soirée at the Victoria International Marina featuring designer cocktails, design vignettes, live music, mingling, and an amazing view of the harbour.
THURSDAY • MAY 11
The Conference
The first half of the day features talks and presentations by local and international speakers on topics ranging from urban planning, architecture, and interiors centered on the future of design and the built environment.
Speaker lineup to be announced.
THURSDAY • MAY 11
Design Victoria
Victoria is awaiting our arrival. For the second-half of the day, DesignCon attendees are encouraged to experience Design Victoria, a collection of showroom events, studio tours, window displays, and more, happening throughout the city.
Offsite events to be announced.
THURSDAY • MAY 11
The After Party
We’ll reconvene for dinner then head over to the DesignCon after party for networking and celebration with Victorians.
FRIDAY • MAY 12
Goodbye
A continental breakfast closes the conference. Until next year...
Purchase tickets now to get early bird pricing
Ticket pricing
Includes conference and access to all offsite events including after party
Early bird (through 4/7) $800
Standard $900
Student $700
After party only $200
Excludes travel and lodging
Hotel recommendations coming soon
How to get involved
Sponsor - write to us here
Speaking opportunity - write to us here
Acknowledgement
GRAY acknowledges the Ləkʷəŋən̓ People, Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations, as the traditional owners of the land on which we host our conference, and extend this respect to all First Nations peoples, including elders past, present and emerging.