--- title: 2026 Midwest Masonry Design Summit description: Join structural engineers, masonry professionals, educators, students, and industry leaders for two days of learning, collaboration, and innovation focused on the future of structural masonry design. image: https://events.concretemasonrycheckoff.org/hubfs/Beautyy%20of%20Block%20Newsletter%20mockup.png --- ![2026 Midwest Masonry Summit - Landing Page Header (1)](https://events.concretemasonrycheckoff.org/hubfs/2026%20Midwest%20Masonry%20Summit%20-%20Landing%20Page%20Header%20(1).png "2026 Midwest Masonry Summit - Landing Page Header (1)") # REGISTER FOR THE ## MIDWEST MASONRY DESIGN SUMMIT November 2-3, 2026  |  University of Notre Dame Join architects, engineers, contractors, masonry professionals, educators, students, and industry leaders for two days of learning, collaboration, and innovation focused on the future of masonry design and construction.  **WHY ATTEND** The Midwest Masonry Design Summit brings together leaders from across the masonry and structural design industries to exchange ideas, advance research, and strengthen the future of masonry education and construction. Attendees will experience: - Technical education sessions for entry-level and advanced professionals - Networking with industry professionals, educators, researchers, and industry leaders - Collaborative discussions on innovation and sustainability - Hands-on demonstrations and immersive learning experiences - Exposure to emerging masonry technologies and research --- **REGISTRATION INFORMATION** ## Industry Attendee (Architects, Engineers, Contractors) - $200 Registration includes: - Full summit admission - Certificate of Attendance (**8 Hours CE**) - Choice of: - **TMS 402/602-2022 Codebook**, or - ** Masonry Designers' Guide 2022** --- ## Student Scholarship Program Students receive: - Complimentary attendance - Up to **$500 travel reimbursement through scholarship support** Scholarships will be awarded to participants who submit a paper on: - New masonry design - Historic masonry design - Masonry research or innovation --- ## Professor Participation Program Professors receive: - Complimentary attendance - Up to **$500 travel reimbursement** To qualify, professors must submit a Letter of Intent indicating: - Recent masonry-related instruction or future course potential - A suggested research topic related to masonry design or construction --- ## Exhibitor Registration - $750 Includes: - One tabletop exhibit space - One attendee admission --- ## Event Sponsorship - $5,000 Sponsors support masonry education, research, and industry collaboration while receiving event recognition and visibility. --- # INCLUDED WITH ATTENDANCE All attendees will receive: - Certificate of Attendance (**8 Hours CE**) - Access to summit sessions and networking opportunities - Summit materials and resources - Choice of: - **TMS 402/602-2022 Codebook** - **Masonry Designers' Guide 2022** *(where applicable)* --- # EVENT SCHEDULE **Monday, November 2** **12:00 PM - 8:00 PM** Guided Masonry Project Tour Interactive Augmented Reality Session Networking Reception & Hors d'oeuvres Faculty Dinner\* Featuring *Masonry in a Box* \*Invitation only for prospective professors --- **Tuesday, November 3** **8:00 AM - 5:00 PM** OPENING SESSION Masonry Fundamentals & Innovation --- # ENTRY TRACK ## Basics of Structural Masonry Building Code Essentials # ADVANCED TRACK ## Masonry Prefabrication Dry Stack Systems --- LUNCH SESSION Modeling Building Performance with Masonry --- # ENTRY TRACK ## Design Fundamentals Architectural Inspiration # ADVANCED TRACK ## Finite Element Analysis Sustainability in Masonry --- CLOSING SESSION Details & Constructability [VIEW FULL EVENT FLYER](https://events.concretemasonrycheckoff.org/hubfs/2026%20Midwest%20Masonry%20Design%20Summit_Full%20Agenda_White%20BG_072726_1.pdf?hsLang=en) --- # TRAVEL & ACCOMODATIONS Recommended Hotels More information coming soon Room Block Information **Morris Inn** 1399 N Notre Dame Ave South Bend, IN 46617 A limited [room block](https://book.passkey.com/event/51274114/owner/50803637/home) is available for registered attendees. We encourage you to book promptly after registering, as rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.   Transportation & Getting to Campus Information regarding airport transportation, driving directions, and regional travel options can be found through the [University of Notre Dame visitor resources](https://issa.nd.edu/students/arriving-in-the-u-s/getting-to-campus/). # REGISTER TODAY Connect with professionals, educators, researchers, and students advancing the future of structural masonry design. # Register for the Event By clicking submit I agree to receive communications from Beauty of Block. Copyright © 2025, The Beauty of Block. All rights reserved.