Friday, April 26
LAIGW LUNCHEON PROGRAM

GATEWAY TO THE NEW RESTON
How New Developments at Reston Station and Reston Row are Redefining the Suburbs

Bolstered by the Experience Economy, there is increased desire to live, work, play, stay, and heal in connected, socially enriching environments. What we are experiencing today is an acceleration of trends that were already in play for decades that are influencing a new kind of reimaging of the suburbs that will continue to contribute to the attraction of second tier cities and suburban locations proximate to urban centers as magnets for vibrant mixed-use environments.

The opening of the new Silver Line branch of the DC Metrorail and the completion of the Wiehle-Reston East Station offered a unique opportunity to create a new mixed-use, transit-oriented development that broke the suburban mold and provides a rich community for people that live, work, and play. One that re-imagines a neighborhood that will attract top-tier tenants, cultivates a true sense of community, promotes health and wellbeing, and responds to the influence of rapid technological innovation.

Originally conceived by Robert Simon in 1962, the town of Reston was decades ahead of its time in promoting a walkable, sustainable, and inclusive model for city planning. Reston Metro Plaza and Reston Row build on the legacy Robert Simon started some 60 years ago, with an integrated design that aligns with post-pandemic changes in workplace and living paradigms, promoting a vibrant high-density walkable environment while bolstering the economic vitality of a new Reston that focuses on people, natural systems, and a responsible use of resources.

Gregory Luongo, AIA , HKS, Inc.

Greg believes in the power of design and innovation in advancing our clients’ business and mission. His philosophy of intense collaboration utilizes an inclusive leadership approach that integrates multiple, interdisciplinary facets working towards the discovery of optimal design solutions for his clients. A hands-on Design Principal offering over 40 years of diverse architectural and master planning experience, he emphasizes design that balances the human experience with function and utility and places great emphasis on a respect for the public realm and the architect’s broader civic role toward the creation of a meaningful, memorable and sustainable built environment.

AGENDA

12:00 pm - Check-in at the registration desk and pick up name tag

12:30 pm - Lucheon begins with remarks from LAI GW President, Jody Kline

12:40 pm - Presentation begins with Q&A

1:30 pm - Event concludes

LOCATION

Clydes of Gallery Place
2nd Floor
707 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

Closest Metro:
Gallery Pl-Chinatown (G, Y, R)

TICKETS

The LAIGW Chapter welcomes all members and guests to join us for this event. Members in current standing (dues paid for 2024) attend this event with a complimentary ticket through active membership. Lapsed Members and Guests must pay for the luncheon program ($60). This event is non-refundable.

After the event, look for an event recap with information from LAIGW, photos, link to the presentation materials to download, and chapter announcements.

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Gateway to a New Reston | How New Developments are Redefining the Suburbs