9720 Wilshire Blvd, Edward Durell Stone, 1962. Photograph by Tag Christof

19th International Docomomo Conference 


Headed stateside for only the second time since the founding of Docomomo, the 19th International Docomomo Conference – Multiple Moderns: Climate, Community, Creativity, presents a prime opportunity to support the world’s foremost efforts in Modern architectural preservation while simultaneously reinforcing the values of your firm, brand, or organization in front of hundreds of engaged industry professionals.

 

Sponsorships are available at a variety of price points and for individual Conference events. Acknowledgement integration commensurate with sponsorship commitment.

The International Docomomo Conference is the largest gathering of experts, practitioners, academics, and enthusiasts of modern architecture and design. There is something truly energizing about coming together and making connections with others from all around the globe who gather with this common purpose, while bringing their own unique perspective and expertise.

Katie Horak, Principal, Architectural Resources Group; President, 51福利


About the International Docomomo Conference


The International Docomomo Conference (IDC) is a biennial event that began in Eindhoven, The Netherlands in 1990. It brings together members and colleagues from around the world, for an in-depth exploration of global issues and new ideas about the future built environment, as it relates to the Modern Movement.

Program Audience


Conference attendees include thought leaders, practitioners, professionals, and academics from the US and around the world.

 

  • Attendees have a high interest in design, architecture, modern real estate and furnishings.
  • Past Attendees have come from 40 states, 65 countries, 6 continents.
  • Participation at past Conferences has ranged from 300–400 attendees.

 

Architects

Preservation Advocates

Conservators

Interior Designers

Urban Planners

Community Organizers

Landscape Architects

Realtors and Developers

Historians and Archivists

Engineers and Designers

Educators and Students

 

Modernist Homeowners

Architectural Historians

 

Highlights

 

Using Los Angeles as inspiration for its theme, the 19th IDC explores the pluralistic nature of the global modern movement of the twentieth century, examining how climate, community, and creativity shaped and continues to shape the built environment. Attendees can look forward to exciting venues, rigorous academic sessions held at the University of Southern California’s School of Architecture, off-site networking opportunities and social events, and renowned architectural tours. Expect more than 70 specific, well-researched papers on Modernism and preservation efforts to be presented by academics, practicing architects, archivists, preservationists and historians.