The NIBS Building Innovation Conference 2026 will be held on May 19–20 at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner in McLean, VA. This 14th annual event hosted by the National Institute of Building Science (NIBS), will bring together leaders from government, AEC, research, community planning, and industry to strengthen America’s infrastructure through integrated, future-focused practices. Communities nationwide face mounting challenges, from natural hazards to aging lifeline infrastructure, underscoring the urgent need for coordinated innovation across the built environment.
Day One builds on the momentum of the Building for Tomorrow general session, which convened federal, state, and local agencies to advance a shared national model for resilient, interconnected infrastructure systems. This opening day continues that dialogue by examining how cross-sector policy alignment and system-wide collaboration can drive long-term resilience across the nation’s lifeline networks.
On Day Two, attendees will dive into expert-led sessions exploring innovations in digital delivery, building codes, housing, capital investment strategies, and adaptive design. The conference will also spotlight two critical focus areas: Systems of Systems, which examines how interconnected infrastructure affects resilience at the national scale, and Modular Offsite Construction, which highlights efficient, scalable building methods aligned with NIBS’ emphasis on applied technologies and forward-looking building science.
Attendees of the NIBS Building Innovation Conference 2026 can earn AIA LU credits, ICC credits, and certificates of attendance while collaborating across disciplines to address the country’s evolving infrastructure needs.
