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Conference Dinner: Baja Ristorante Lounge Bar Roma - 27 February, 2026

The Twentieth International Conference on Design Principles & Practices is pleased to announce the Conference Dinner.

Dinner on the Tiber – A Special Evening at Baja Roma

A barge moored on the Tiber banks, in the heart of Rome.
An elegant and functional Art Nouveau structure built upon an ancient harbor barge, surrounded by the timeless beauty of the Eternal City. The perfect setting to enjoy, relax, and celebrate a special occasion.

📅 Date: Friday, 27 February 2026
🕗 Time: 20:00 (8:00 PM)
📍 Location: Baja Ristorante Lounge Bar Roma

Lungotevere Arnaldo da Brescia, 5, 00196 Roma RM, Italia (Map)

Menu

The evening will begin with a selection of shared starters, followed by a vegetarian main course, and conclude with a delightful dessert.
Wine and non-alcoholic beverages are included.

💰 Cost: USD $120 per person

🔒 Booking:
Reservations can be made by clicking the button below.
Please note that only fully paid reservations are confirmed, and space is limited. Requesting a reservation alone does not guarantee a seat at the dinner.

Dress Code: Casual Chic

To ensure a refined and comfortable atmosphere:

  • Men: Long trousers and closed shoes are recommended.

  • Women: Smart casual attire suitable for an elegant evening on the river.


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Closing Session and Award Ceremony - 27 February 2026

The Twentieth International Conference on Design Principles & Practices is pleased to host the Conference Closing Session and Award Ceremony.

Come join the plenary speakers and your fellow delegates for the Twentieth International Conference on Design Principles & Practices Closing Session and Award Ceremony, where there will be special recognition given to those who have helped at the conference as well as announcements for next year’s conference. The ceremony will be held at the University directly following the last session of the day.

Date: Friday, 27th February 2026
Time: Directly following the last session of the day
Location: Plenary Room at the University

There is no need to pre-register for this event.

Online Special Events

Online Welcome and Training Session

Join other delegates for a pre-conference welcome reception and training session.

We are excited to announce the online conference will be delivered on the CGScholar platform – developed by the Common Ground Media Lab, the research and technology arm of Common Ground Research Networks.

This special event will walk you through the CGScholar Event Microsite so you have a rich online experience by learning how to comment and participate online. It will also teach delegates how to update their profile and Presenter Pages in order to add digital media: video, sound, and other files.

24 February 2026 - 17:00 PM (Italy Time Zone) / 10:00 AM (CST)
Online Talking Circle

Talking Circles are a distinctive feature of our in-person conference, and this year we are also taking them online. Talking Circles offer an opportunity to meet other delegates face-to-face, and engage in extended discussion about the issues and concerns they feel are of utmost importance to that segment of the Research Network. Participation is open, encouraged, and supported.

26 February 2026 - 17:00 PM (Italy Time Zone) / 10:00 AM (CST)
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