Experience the leading business conference and exhibition
for innovative lab design professionals
Why attend the Lab Design Conference?
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AIA-Accredited ProviderEarn valuable AIA Continuing Education credits through an official AIA education provider |
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30+ Educational SessionsTopics include sustainable design, resilience, retrofitting, industry trends, case studies, the future of lab design & more VIEW AGENDA |
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Learn from 60+ Industry LeadersOur roster of speakers and panelists is brimming with industry experience and in-depth knowledge on lab design trends |
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Develop Strategic PartnershipsExplore the exhibitor hall to network with industry leaders and colleagues VIEW 2026 EXHIBITORS |
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Network with ExpertsBuild and grow relationships with experts from across all of the lab design functions |
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BONUS: Lab ToursExtend your stay an extra day and enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of cutting-edge Orlando-area labs! LEARN MORE |
KEY TOPICS
Project Team Collaboration
Flexible Design
Renovation
Optimization and Upgrades
Lessons Learned
Carbon Reduction
Who attends the Lab Design Conference?
✓ architects
✓ construction managers
✓ lab designers
✓ planners
✓ lab professionals
✓ industry experts
✓ C-suite executives
✓ engineers
Agenda Overview
DAY 1 | Half-Day
Monday, May 11, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference attendees may participate in three optional workshops—one on the topic of Collaborative Lab Planning: Aligning Space Design with Real-World Workflows, one on Minimizing Risk: Liability-Aware Lab Design Strategies and the last on Navigating Code Conflicts in Lab Design.
Tickets for these workshops must be purchased separately from your general Conference ticket. A welcome reception will be held Monday evening—this networking reception is open to all Conference attendees.
DAY 2 | FULL-Day
Tuesday, May 12, 7:15am - 6:30pm
The Lab Design Conference opens with a keynote session and the Design Excellence Awards ceremony before diving into a multi-track lineup of expert-led education.
Wednesday’s sessions explore energy efficiency with shrinking budgets, smart renovation approaches, and healthier lab design through material selection. Attendees are invited to join the discussion with speakers and panelists. Networking kicks off Tuesday evening with a dedicated reception.
DAY 3 | FULL-Day
Wednesday, May 13, 7:15am - 4:00pm
Get ready for a powerful lineup on Wednesday as industry leaders take the stage to explore Decarbonizing Labs Through Thermal Energy Networks, share Insights from Lab End Users—Avoiding Pitfalls in Laboratory Projects, and close the event with Labs in Flux: Designing for the Science You Can’t Yet Predict. Bring your curiosity—our experts are ready to engage, inspire, and spark new ideas.
DAY 4 | OPTIONAL FULL-Day
Thursday, May 14, 8:15am - 4:00pm
Optional tours of Orlando-area labs will be offered as part of the Lab Design Conference. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at some of the area's most innovative labs.
These tickets must be purchased separately from your general Conference ticket.
Attendees of the 2026 Lab Design Conference will have the opportunity to participate in behind-the-scenes tours of labs in the Orlando area.
This event boasts 60+ speakers with a diverse range of knowledge and expertise across laboratory design disciplines.
The Lab Design Conference will take place at the Royal Caribe Orlando in Orlando, Florida, conveniently located near many local attractions.
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LabX Media Group, Inc.
1000N West Street, Suite 1200
Wilmington, Delaware 19801
1 888 781 0328
info@labdesignconference.com