About this Event
AIA Health, Safety, & Wellness Learning Units upon course approval
Join AIA Detroit's Committee on the Environment (COTE) for an evening exploring how mass timber is reshaping the future of cities. Tall Timber: Future of Cities in Wood brings together leading voices from LEVER Architecture and Thornton Tomasetti.
Through a featured lecture and moderated discussion, speakers Thomas Robinson (LEVER Architecture) and Alejandro Fernandez (Thornton Tomasetti) will highlight advances in mass timber systems, design innovation, and a featured project on display. The program is paired with a relaxed reception, offering opportunities to connect with peers while viewing exhibits and enjoying light refreshments.
Limited seating, please RVSP!
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Arrival & Reception
Info: - Guest arrival and check-in
- Light refreshments & beverages
- Networking & exhibit viewing
🕑: 05:30 PM - 05:40 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Info: - Welcome from Host / Organizer
- Brief overview of the event & acknowledgement of sponsors/partners
🕑: 05:40 AM - 06:20 AM
Featured Lecture
Info: Lecture: Innovations in Mass Timber Design
Speakers: Thomas Robinson, LEVER Architecture & Alejandro Fernandez, Thornton Tomasetti
Focus on mass timber design, innovation, & the featured project on display
🕑: 06:20 AM - 06:40 AM
Q&A / Moderated Discussion
Info: Audience questions
🕑: 06:40 AM - 07:00 PM
Closing Reception & Networking
Info: Networking & exhibit viewing
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
719 Griswold St, 719 Griswold Street, Detroit, United States
USD 20.00 to USD 30.00
