Tuesday 22 May
WELCOME TO FACADES+ SAN DIEGO!
The Architect’s Newspaper is celebrating 13 Years of Facades+ Conferences. We are thrilled to welcome both new attendees and longtime facades fanatics to today’s dynamic event. We bring fresh and relevant programming to each city, and have an exceptional group of projects, people, and expertise for you to learn about today.
Facades+ San Diego brings together top professionals from the worlds of design, engineering, fabrication, and construction to consider how high-performance envelopes are evolving and transforming the built environment, and are responding to changing codes, climates, technologies, and client needs.
I’d like to thank our amazing conference co-chairs, Nathan Ouren & Mike Rucinski and their team at Gensler who have brought together today’s program of Southern California’s design leaders. We invite you to connect with the presenters and your peers during networking breaks in the Methods+Materials Gallery and throughout the event.
Please get to know our sponsors exhibiting in the Methods+Materials Gallery today and learn how they will help you shape the future of facade design and technology.
Has Facades+ struck a chord with you? Have a look at our upcoming events held in 14 cities across the U.S. & Canada. Visit our website to learn more about our other events and additional opportunities to earn your CEU's.
We are eager to hear from you about how we might improve the Facades+ experience. Talk to us. And please spread the word—help us to continue to grow the Facades+ dialogue and community.
All the best,
Diana Darling CEO & Creative Director, AN Media Group
CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS
DIANA DARLING CEO / Creative Director, AN Media Group
MARTY WOOD VP of Events, AN Media Group
DIONNE DARLING VP of Brand Partnerships, AN Media Group
3:30 PM
AGENDA
ADT1 FEATURE 1 Inspiring Light: Designing and Creating the Luminous Wave Presenters:
James Carpenter | James Carpenter Design Associates Inc
Justin Tien | Gensler
Soheil Mohammadi | Walter P Moore
Sanjeev Tankha | Starq Design Inc.
ADT1 FEATURE 2 From Vision to Reality: Crafting the Luminous Wave Presenters:
David Aguirre | Turner Construction
4:15 PM
5:00 PM
Earl Patrick | Enclos
James Carpenter | James Carpenter Design Associates Inc
Justin Tien | Gensler
Sanjeev Tankha | Starq Design Inc.
CLOSING REMARKS
Dionne Darling | The Architect’s Newspaper
Nathan Ouren | Gensler
5:15 PM COCKTAIL RECEPTION
SPEAKERS
CO-CHAIRS
NATHAN OUREN
Project Director & Senior Associate / Gensler
Nathan, Gensler San Diego’s Design Team
Manager for the $3.4B San Diego International Airport New Terminal 1, brings 20+ years of expertise, defined by a People First approach and leadership in mentorship, culture, and resilience. Known for meticulous attention to detail, Nathan ensures client satisfaction while creating inclusive, meaningful architectural experiences from concept to completion. Notable projects include SDIA FIS, SDIA New Terminal 1, IQHQ RaDD, and Manchester Pacific Gateway and Navy GAF.
MIKE RUCINSKI
Project Director & Senior Associate / Gensler
Mike, a Project Director at Gensler San Diego, has 14 years of experience across aviation, hospitality, mixed-use, and historic renovation projects. Known for his attention to detail and efficiency, he excels in managing clients and project teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery. Notable projects include SDIA FIS, SDIA New Terminal 1, Manchester Pacific Gateway, and Town & Country Resort. Michael holds a Master of Architecture from Woodbury University and is a licensed California Architect.
JUSTIN TIEN
Technical Director, Senior Associate / Gensler
Justin is a design-driven architect with 10+ years of experience in various project typologies. He is currently a Technical Director in the Aviation Practice Area. His background includes coordinating with multiple stakeholders, developing positive rapport with clients, and realizing design visions while maintaining quality standards and project costs. Justin’s experience includes leading the development of the facade and building envelope at the LAX West Gates at TBIT, and most recently at San Diego's International Airport New Terminal 1.
MICHAEL ZANOTELLI
Facade & Curtain Wall SpecialistWestern US & Canada / STI Firestop
Michael has over 20 years of real-world experience on many of largest, high profile projects throughout the Western United States. Through his knowledge and expertise, Michael developed a solid reputation working closely with inspectors, glazing contractors, and curtain wall consultants as a trusted resource on a wide range of curtain wall projects. Michael is committed to ensure your project stays on budget and gets done right the first time from conception to close out. Prior to his role as Façade and Curtain Wall Specialist for the Western US and Canada, Michael was the Western United States and Hawaii Regional Manager.
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