Schedule of Events

JLF Architects CEO and Owner Ashley Sullivan discusses the rapid integration of AI into the creative realm of luxury signature residences. From initial concepts and visualization, to floor plans, 3D models, and logistics such as zoning and environmental data, AI is transforming architectural business practices. Ashley Sullivan sits down with Suzanna Hamilton to discuss this as well as both the accuracy and liability of incorporating AI into architecture.

Planning Alternatives President Nathan Mersereau sits down with three accomplished artists who have transformed their craft into thriving, nationally recognized businesses. Robert Seliger (Robert Seliger Furniture), Paul Shepherd (Forged Elegance), and Jason Clary (ICON Bunks) share the pivotal moments, challenges, and decisions that shaped their evolution from creating local, handcrafted work to building sought after brands with clients across the country. Through candid conversation, they offer insight into the mindset, creativity, and resilience required to scale a passion into enduring success.

Whether historically referenced or modern, architecture in the American West is about a sense of place: the land, the light, and the material palettes that are incorporated. Pearson Design Group of Bozeman, Montana and CLB Architects of Jackson, Wyoming have decades of experience in creating landmark properties. Both firms offer multi-disciplinary services including architecture and interior design. Join Justin Tollefson, AIA of Pearson Design Group and Sam Ankeny, AIA of CLB Architects in a discussion with Suzanna Hamilton about legacy homes in the American West.

From the creation of luxurious primary mountain homes to elevating refined ranch destination properties for friends and family, interior design is a critical component in the American Western lifestyle. Join Rush Jenkins, Founder with Klaus Baer of the nationally renowned and award-winning firm WRJ Design in Jackson, Wyoming, and author of the newly released Natural Luxury: Homes Inspired by Nature, with Jeremiah Young, owner of the acclaimed firm and newly launched showroom of Kibler & Kirch in Billings, Montana, when they discuss bespoke residential design in the American West with Suzanna Hamilton.

We savor the romance of the West through magazines and movies, but how do we bring the spirit to our everyday lives? Join photographers Chris Douglas and Whitney Kamman with interior designer William Peace as they discuss the American West through their professions and lifestyles. Douglas has documented the West for Filson, Resistol, and others, while Kamman is renowned for her architecture and interior design photography. Peace, of Peace Design, has launched a book and product line based on rustic luxury. Book signing to follow.

From fashion to jewelry to artistry, Native American design is on the rise. This exclusive, fireside chat between acclaimed designer Bethany Yellowtail (Northern Cheyenne/Crow) of the popular apparel and accessories brand B.Yellowtail and Cowboys & Indians Editor-at-Large Kate Nelson (Tlingit) will delve into the booming world of Indigenous design. These two industry insiders will discuss why authentic representation is so important, where this movement is headed, and how people can get involved.

Do you know the right questions to ensure you’re getting top quality wood products? Join Brandon Berdoll, President of Berdoll Sawmill, when he describes the process of converting trees into high-quality live edge slabs and lumber through sawing, drying, and flattening wood. Attendance at panel includes AIA credits.

We honor these artists and their teams who are recognized masters of the traditional cowboy trades. These historic trades of the American West include saddle makers, bootmakers, silversmiths, hatmakers and leatherworkers. Vista 360° is joining with the Western Design Conference to celebrate the deep cultural value of these traditions as we work to preserve them for future generations.