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California Masonry
Summit & Expo 2026
Irvine, CA
CMSE 2026:
Building a sustainable, more resilient future with masonry…
Irvine, CA
California Masonry
Summit & Expo
April 30, 2026
More than 300 attendees, 30 exhibitors, industry leaders, students, and professionals came together for a day of education, innovation, networking, and collaboration.
Architecture &
Design
Sustainability
& Energy Efficiency
Building Materials
& Code
Technology
& Innovation
The California Masonry Summit & Expo convenes AEC leaders to collaborate, network, learn, and bridge information gaps about masonry.
A full-day conference and expo taking place in Los Angeles, CA at the Luskin Conference Center in the heart of UCLA.
An opportunity for NorCal / SoCal AEC professionals to network and connect with producers, contractors, and masonry experts, and to learn about sustainability, decarbonization, energy efficiency, innovation, and technology in the masonry industry.
The California Masonry Summit & Expo 2026 brought together more than 300 attendees and 30 exhibitors from across the AEC community for a full day of education, networking, innovation, and collaboration at the AV Irvine Center.
Industry leaders, architects, engineers, contractors, producers, educators, and students came together to explore the future of masonry and its role in creating a more sustainable and resilient built environment.
From keynote presentations and expert-led discussions to hands-on experiences, networking opportunities, and the expo floor, CMSE 2026 fostered meaningful connections while showcasing the latest advancements in masonry, sustainability, decarbonization, energy efficiency, technology, and innovation.
Thank you to our attendees, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, and partners for helping make CMSE 2026 a success.
Architecture + Design Trends
Building + Energy Code
Resiliency + Fire Resistance
Technology + Robotics
LCAs + EPDs
Building Materials + Products
Sustainability + Green Building
Low Embodied Carbon
Net Zero + Energy Efficiency
AEC Software + BIM + VDC
Are you a professional in the AEC community working with CMU block, brick, or stone?
Are you interested in learning and connecting with other professionals and masonry stakeholders?
Do you want to stay informed about new trends, products, building materials, sustainability, energy efficiency, software, innovation and technology?
This event is for you!
The California Masonry Design Awards honors exceptional projects featuring Concrete Block, Brick, or Stone that not only elevate architectural design but also advance sustainable building practices. These works highlight how masonry can achieve both beauty and long-term high performance.
A big thank you to everyone who submitted!
Winners will be announced at the Cocktail Reception, available exclusively to Full Access pass holders.
The California Masonry Design Awards honors exceptional projects featuring Concrete Block, Brick, or Stone that not only elevate architectural design but also advance sustainable building practices. These works highlight how masonry can achieve both beauty and long-term high performance.
A big thank you to everyone who submitted!
Winners will be announced at the Cocktail Reception, available exclusively to Full Access pass holders.
Do you know a Masonry Project with awesome design?
Eligibility:
Completed Projects located in California since 2020 with a prominent component of Concrete Block, Brick, or Stone.
Deadline for Submittal:
March 21st , 2025. No Entry Fee.
Who can Submit:
Architects, Engineers, Construction Contractors, Material Producers and Vendors.
Where:
Awards Cocktail Reception will take place at the California Masonry Summit & Expo, May 9th, 2025, Luskin Center @ UCLA.
Contact: info@CaliforniaMasonryCouncil.org
Hotel room blocks are available directly at the Luskin Conference Center and Hotel at UCLA.
Rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reserve your room with a Preferred Rate with Group Code LG2505CMC2.
If you need to book for more than one night, contact reservations with our Group Code for 1 night special rate merged into your reservation. Call: 855-LCC-UCLA (522-8252)
