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May 10–12, 2023

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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

Well 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...

tickets

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.

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