Top 10 Premier Architecture and Design Events To Attend This June

As 2024 reaches its halfway mark, the architecture and design community is gearing up for an exciting month of festivals, conferences, and exhibitions. Here are ten must-see events this June that will inspire, educate, and connect professionals and enthusiasts alike.

1. London Festival of Architecture | June 1-30, London

The London Festival of Architecture is a thirty-day campaign that turns London into an architectural drive, capturing its essence and stimulating architectural conversations. Staged each year in June, the festival is aimed at stimulating discussions on architecture, presenting concepts within a limited budget, and encouraging young architects. Although the event includes a series of lectures and discussions, it means that different people and professions can come and hear about and discuss London's built environment.

2. San Francisco Design Week | June 3-12, San Francisco

Returning for its 18th year, San Francisco Design Week will occur from June 3 to June 12. This year's theme, "Attention: Commanding and Controlling a Precious Commodity," reflects the importance of design in managing the flow of information in our fast-paced world. The festival will feature talks, open studios, conferences, and tours, showcasing the Bay Area as a hub of innovation and creative thought.

3. AIA Conference on Architecture & Design | June 5-8, Washington

The AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24) will be held from June 5 to June 8 in Washington, D.C. This event focuses on addressing today's environmental, social, and ethical challenges through multidisciplinary collaboration. Attendees will engage with influential architects, designers, and manufacturers worldwide, exploring forward-thinking solutions and ideas.

4. NeoCon | June 10-12, Chicago

NeoCon, the premier event for the commercial design industry, returns to Chicago from June 10 to June 12. Since 1969, NeoCon has been the leading platform for introducing innovative products and services. With nearly one million square feet of exhibition space, the event will feature over 400 companies showcasing their latest offerings, making it an essential destination for industry professionals.

5. Perspective | June 21-22, Columbus, Indiana

Perspective is an international architecture and design festival set against the iconic backdrop of Columbus, Indiana. Hosted by Architectural Photography Almanac, this two-day event will feature talks from renowned architects, photographers, videographers, and designers. Attendees will gain insights into the creative processes behind some of the most inspiring works in the field, blending established ideas with fresh interpretations.

6. Los Angeles Design Weekend | June 21-23, Los Angeles

Los Angeles Design Weekend is a grassroots celebration of the city's vibrant design scene. Spanning three days from June 21 to June 23, the event will feature neighborhood-centric activations that make navigating LA's expansive design community easy. Participants can explore the city's creative hubs on foot, by carpool, or via LA Metro, immersing themselves in diverse design experiences.

7. Melbourne Design Week | Until June 2, Melbourne

Melbourne Design Week concludes on June 2, offering a final chance to engage with its rich program of talks, tours, exhibitions, and workshops. This annual event in Australia's design capital provides designers, educators, and enthusiasts a platform to share ideas and showcase new work. It emphasizes how design can address the complexities of the modern world, fostering a community of innovative thinkers.

8. Los Angeles: A Model City | Until July 28, Los Angeles

Running until July 28, "Los Angeles: A Model City" is an exhibition that celebrates the art of architectural model making. Featuring works from architecture schools across Greater Los Angeles, the exhibition explores the intersection of conceptual exploration and technical problem-solving, highlighting the creativity and craftsmanship of model-making.

9. Along the Line: Designing and Planning BART, 1963-1976 | Until August 31, Berkeley

This exhibition delves into the architectural history of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, providing context and dimension to current discussions about its future. Running until August 31 in Berkeley, it features works by key architects, landscape architects, and planners involved in BART's initial design. The exhibition draws from the Environmental Design Archives, offering a detailed look at the system's development.

10. Bauhaus and National Socialism | Until September 15, Weimar, Germany

The annual exhibition of the Klassik Stiftung Weimar is currently displayed up to September 15, Bauhaus and National Socialism. The significant exhibit showcases 450 works of art and design that speak the truth behind the Bauhaus's political stance between 1919 and 1933. This is evident from an exhibition currently on display in three museums of Weimar that paints a more complex picture of how the Bauhaus members faced and dealt with Nazism.

Listing these ten events allows for an exhaustive list of discussions of the latest concepts, topics, and trends in architecture and design. So, whether you are a professional involved in the field and want to update yourself or an enthusiast looking forward to exploring more about man-made environments, June has a lot in store for everyone.