Feb 17-19, 2026 | ORLANDO, FL
Feb 17-19, 2026
ORLANDO, FL

Next Gen Insights: What Young Pros Want in Floor Plans, Elevations & Interiors

Tuesday, February 17 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM
OCCC - West 311G

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    What It's About

    See what the next generation of builders and designers envision for tomorrow’s homes. In this three-part session, rising professionals share their perspectives on floor plans, elevations, and interiors—and how each can evolve to meet the expectations of our new wave of buyers. You’ll also learn how to connect with this next generation through design, avoid common pitfalls, and uncover simple strategies to turn them into repeat customers. Structured into engaging segments with a moderator guiding the discussion and Q&A, you’ll gain insights on design trends, philosophies, and buyer preferences from the voices shaping where design and the industry is headed.

    What You’ll Learn

    • Discover what's new in floor plan, elevation and interior design from the eyes of next generation of designers and builders.
    • Learn ways to connect with homebuyers of this next generation through design.
    • Identify things to avoid when designing for the next generation of homebuyers as they enter the market.
    • Explore the low-hanging fruit to make our new generations of homebuyers our repeat customers of the future.

    How to Attend

    Participants must be registered for an Expo + Education pass. Seating for sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Speakers

    Picture of Douglas Cummins
    DAHLIN Architecture l Planning l Interiors
    Picture of Britney Gilley
    Builders Design
    Picture of Donald Ruthroff
    Design Story Spaces

    Details

    Registration Type
    Expo+Education Pass
    Track
    Architecture & Design
    Format
    Building Knowledge Session
    Level of Content
    Intermediate
    Who Should Attend
    Designers, Architects, Engineers & Planners, Multifamily Builders & Developers, Single Family Builders - All Types
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