Agenda & Activities

Connect with yourself and nature with our morning wellness activities brought to you by Sutherland. Limited capacity, RSVP required. Registrations have closed.

Start the day off right with a delicious breakfast selection featuring local dishes such as chilaquiles and breakfast staples including omelets, yogurt, and more.

Enjoy an insightful fireside chat between Eduardo & Pilar Cosentino and Editorial Director of House Beautiful, Joanna Saltz about Cosentino’s global presence and creating meaningful connections through immersive experiences.

In a world where things come and go, creating designs that stand the test of time is essential for lasting impact. Join Joanna Saltz, Editorial Director of House Beautiful, and industry leaders to uncover their core tenants of timeless design. From personal design approaches to performance materials, learn strategies for creating products and spaces that go beyond the ephemeral and resonate.

Moderator:

• Joanna Saltz, Editorial Director, House Beautiful

Panelists:

• Kathy Kuo, Founder and CEO, Kathy Kuo Home
  Siobhan Barry, Design Director and Principal, Gensler

Get inspired with Cosentino's product innovations and a sneak peek of the product showcase where you will get to experience the magic of sustainable surfaces firsthand.

Panelists

• Valentin Tijeras, VP Global Product, R&D + Quality, Cosentino
• Alvaro Chomon, Architect & Design Sales Executive Director
• Cesar Giraldo, Founder and Principal Designer, Cesar Girlado Design 
• Allison Paladino, President, Paladino Rudd Interior Design

Sip on delicious coffee made with cutting-edge Miele technology while walking through the Cosentino product showcase.

Lighting is more than just illumination—it’s a transformative tool that shapes how we experience a space. Join experts from various disciplines to explore the profound impact of innovative lighting on atmosphere and emotion. From creating mood to enhancing functionality, lighting has the power to define a space’s character and evoke powerful reactions. Join ELLE Decor Editorial Director, Stellene Volandes for an engaging discussion on how lighting can create environments that inspire, captivate, and connect.

Moderator:

Stellene Volandes, Editorial Director, ELLE Decor

Panelists:

• John Hart, CEO, Arteriors Home
• Scott Pask, Tony-Award Winning Scenic Designer
• Young Huh, Principal Designer, Young Huh Interior Design

In this talk, Dr. Jonathan Leary explores the powerful connection between design and physiology, illustrating how our surroundings influence health, mood, relationships, and performance. By harnessing the principles of social self-care, we can craft spaces that support individual health and create meaningful social interactions. Learn how intentional design can redefine how we connect, be our best selves, and set us up for success (in all verticals of our life), while shifting the narrative around self-care to a necessity rather than a luxury.

It's time for lunch! Urban Bonfire will be hosting a delicious luncheon with a special appearance by the renowned landscape architect Fernando Wong.

Enjoy the stunning amenities Grand Velas has to offer!

Join Hearst editors for afternoon cocktails! Limited capacity, RSVP required. Registrations have closed.

Enjoy golden hour while sipping cocktails by the pool, brought to you by Four Hands.

Join brand partners and fellow designers for an intimate evening of networking and inspiring conversation at one of the resort's many gourmet restaurants.
Plus-ones welcome. Cosentino has secured reservations for every guest. Your concierge will provide all the details at check-in.

Connect with yourself and nature with our morning wellness activities brought to you by Baldwin. Limited capacity, RSVP required. Registrations have closed.

An intimate breakfast hosted by Hearst editors. Limited capacity, RSVP required. Registrations have closed.

Global travel provides ongoing inspiration and perspective for the A&D category. Join luxury and design industry experts as they discuss how they are inspired by global travel and how this is carried over to residential spaces. Led by ELLE Decor Editorial Director Stellene Volandes, this dynamic discussion aims to excite and inspire.

Moderator:

• Stellene Volandes, Editor in Chief, Town & Country + Editorial Director, ELLE Decor

Panelists:

• Lauren Rottet, President & Founding Principal, Rottet Studio
• Jake Slatnick, CEO & Founder, FreePower

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, understanding how to generate demand is crucial for growth. Carisha Swanson, House Beautiful’s Director of Editorial Special Projects, will gather top women in business to explore innovative strategies and real-world examples that illustrate how businesses can identify unmet needs, tap into emerging trends, and cultivate new interest. With insights shared from multiple business sectors, you’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of creating demand, in unexpected places.

Moderator:

• Carisha Swanson, Director of Editorial Special Projects, HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

Panelists:

• Jennifer Kolstad, Global Design & Brand Director, Ford Motor Company
• Tanya Ryno, Chief Creative Officer, Iron House Design
• Katrina Ralston, President & Co-Owner, Feeney Inc.

Sip on delicious coffee made with cutting-edge Miele technology while walking through the Cosentino product showcase.

Victor Maze, VERANDA Creative Director and author of LEAD LIKE AN EDITOR, will share key insights on how to identify your target customer and create messaging that resonates, positioning you as the guide they need. From developing your unique brand strategy to exploring how running a small business can sometimes have big advantages, Victor along with Erika Kurtz, COO of New Moon Rugs, and top designer talent will share why there are riches in the niches.

Moderator:

• Victor Maze, Creative Director, Veranda

Panelists:

• Heather French, Co-Founder & Principal, French & French Interiors 
• Mikel Welch, Interior Designer and TV Host 
• Erika Kurtz, COO, New Moon Rugs
  

Enjoy an fully immersive and hands-on experience with the top following brands:

• Miele
• Lutron
• Hestan

Sip on fun cocktails while enjoying the sunset...you won't want to miss this!

Let's say 'goodbye' to C.Next Designers in style with a gourmet dinner under the starts brought to you by Studio M and Danver.

Live music, dancing, and s'mores with PITT Cooking!

Immerse yourself in a creative journey where color and design meets wellness. Through guided mandala painting, participants select shapes and colors that resonate with their energy, uncovering deeper connections between color, emotion, and intention. This meditative activity fosters relaxation, mindfulness, and creativity, allowing participants to express their inner selves while exploring the transformative power of color.

Walk through an incredible marketplace with goods from local artisans and experience the Cosentino product showcase.

Panelists:

• Francisco Martinez-Cosentino, Director - Digital Business Unit, Cosentino
• Laura Mosquera, National Design Sales Manager, Cosentino

Get the chance to win amazing prizes gifted by our brand partners! Remember, you must be present to win!