Conference Sessions Announced
The 2012 AAO Conference is shaping up to be one of the strongest programs we’ve ever presented –a healthy mix of highlights on recent design projects in Dallas, plus lots of inspiring programming ideas and practical advice on capacity building to help freshen and strengthen your architectural organization’s work.
Read more about the 2012 AAO Conference sessions.
New Speakers Added
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Will Doig, Salon.com
"Connecting with the Zeitgeist: Let's Talk about Cities"
For the first time in a long time, America is fascinated by urban life. Question is where does design fit in all the conversation? "Dream City" columnist Will Doig shares ideas from his weekly adventures in public discourse.
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Susan Chin, Design Trust for Public Space
"Connecting with Social Impact: Community Change through Design Partnerships"
An insider's look at the Design Trust’s push for big impact. Learn how it helped spur the creation of New York City’s first purpose-built taxi cab (hitting NYC streets in 2013!), plus its upcoming plans to strengthen urban agriculture.
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Robert Ivy, American Institute of Architects
"Connecting with Our Shared Future: The Work that Lies Ahead"
In this year’s closing address, former Architectural Record editor-in-chief Robert Ivy offers a personal reflection on the resonant messages from the conference and the future opportunities for collaboration for all our organizations.
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View the entire line-up of 2012 Conference presenters and panelists.
New this Year: Group Registration Discounts
As we've heard from many AAO members, there's no better way to get the full learning benefits from our annual conference than by sending a pair or team of colleagues. You're guaranteed to meet more people, enjoy spontaneous staff discussions as you take in the conference content, and take back more ideas to share with your colleagues back home.
This year, when you sign-up multiple attendees, your organization gets $50 off the second conference pass, $75 off the third pass, and $100 off the fourth pass.
Early bird registration rates have been extended to October 1. Register now before the rates go up!
Room Block at the Magnolia Hotel
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A classic downtown hotel from the Art Deco period, the Magnolia Hotel (1401 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX) is located within easy walking distance to the AAO Conference venues in the Dallas Arts District. Rooms are available for conference attendees at the rate of $139/night plus tax.
To make your reservation, call the Magnolia Hotel at 1-888-915-1110 and let them know that you're with AAO to get the discounted rate. Space is limited, so make your reservations today!
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Check out the conference schedule, pre-conference meetings and tours, roster of speakers, venues and hotel room block info, and more at aaonetwork.org.
Schedule
Sessions
Speakers
Conference Venues and Accommodations
Pre-Conference Tour
Pre-Conference A+DEN Meeting
