21/02/2025
A week ago, Savoir visited a new venue in , expected to open in October 2025.
Walking through the space, it was clear that modern venues need to be flexible, tech-friendly, inclusive, and sustainable.
But what exactly makes a stand out?
Here are some of the factors every new conference venue should focus on:
- The venue should have movable walls and different room setups to host events of all sizes, from small meetings to large conferences.
-High-speed Wi-Fi, hybrid event setups, and smart check-ins are a must to keep attendees connected and engaged.
- The venue should be wheelchair-friendly, have hearing support systems, offer translations, and include gender-neutral restrooms.
- It should be close to airports, public transport, and hotels, with options for shuttle services, bike parking, and easy rideshare access.
- Using energy-efficient lighting, eco-friendly materials, and waste reduction programs helps make the venue more sustainable.
- The venue should have good air quality, comfortable seating, quiet spaces, and security that feels safe but not overwhelming.
- Ways to make money - income can come from digital advertising screens, VIP ticket options, exhibitor booths, and food services.
- High-quality microphones, speakers, big screens, and live-streaming setups make presentations and events more engaging.
- Diverse food choices - Offering vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly meals ensures that all attendees can enjoy their food.
- Smart event tracking - using AI tools to track attendee movement and collect feedback helps organizers improve future events.
These insights come from some of the top experts in the event industry, including Julius Solaris, Tahira Endean, Corbin Ball, and David Adler.
What do you think is the most important feature of a modern conference venue?
The picture below shows the inside of a new conference venue in Vilnius.