LIVE EVENTS
Upcoming events.
CASTO’s upcoming events calendar features a range of industry-focused seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to enhance knowledge and collaboration in constructability and themed experiences. These events provide valuable platforms for professionals to engage with CASTO’s expertise, explore best practices, and stay ahead in the evolving landscape of themed project development.
Epoxy Live! Student Design Competition 2026
Epoxy Live is a national student design competition and live demonstration event celebrating creativity, material innovation, and craftsmanship in resinous flooring design.
Guided by professional designers, each team develops a flooring concept for a themed space (think theme park store, children’s hospital hallways, or interactive splash-pads) from a variety of resinous flooring systems.
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Form, Function & Fabrication: 3D Printing with Massive Possibilities
Join AIA Orlando for an exclusive look inside MassiveMAKE, Central Florida’s hub for large-format additive manufacturing and design. This event will feature a guided tour of their Orlando facility, where you’ll see advanced 3D printing technology in action, explore the production floor, and experience firsthand the architectural elements, furniture, and immersive projects brought to life through their process.
Alongside the tour, guests will enjoy food and refreshments while networking with MassiveMAKE’s team of designers, engineers, and fabricators. The evening will also include a continuing education presentation providing CEU credit, where participants will gain a deeper understanding of the full 3D printing workflow—from design to fabrication—and its applications in architecture, construction, and themed environments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see innovation at scale, connect with peers, and discover how 3D printing is shaping the future of architectural design.
Register Here: https://www.aiaorlando.com/formfunctionfabrication
Date & Time
Friday, October 24, 2025
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location
MassiveMAKE
9436 Southridge Park Ct, Suite 400
Orlando, FL
Tickets
Free / Donation
AIA Orlando Conference & Expo
Casto Creative is proud to be hosting a booth at the upcoming AIA Orlando Conference & Expo on September 18th at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown.
Alongside networking and industry discussions, our team will present two AIA-accredited, 60-minute sessions:
🔹 3D Printing in Themed Construction – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🔹 Constructability as a Philosophy – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 60 S Ivanhoe Blvd, Orlando, FL 32804
🗓 Wednesday, September 18th | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
We look forward to connecting with architects, designers, and professionals to share insights on the future of themed environments and innovative construction practices.
Material Matters: Architectural Finishes in Practice
In collaboration with multiple Schools of Architecture, this one-of-a-kind educational experience brings together architecture students, design professionals, and material experts for a deeper, hands-on understanding of how materials shape the built environment.
This immersive program will expose emerging architects to a wide array of materials and finishes, exploring how they are specified, applied, and experienced in real-world projects. Whether in homes, hospitals, resorts, or entertainment venues, materials are the touchpoints of design—and this exposé is about unlocking their creative and technical potential.
The program will be held September 2–5, running 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM daily at Select Surface Solutions in Orlando, FL, a premier resource for decorative and restorative materials. Morning coffee and lunch will be provided each day.
With only 40 spots available—20 for students and 20 for sponsoring professionals—this unique collaboration fosters mentorship and innovation. We are currently accepting applications using the form below, and by August 25, all attendees and scholarship recipients will be selected and announced. Further details on attire and parking will be provided to confirmed participants.
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MEET YOUR TRAINERS
MATTHEW CASTO,
CASTO CREATIVE
With over three decades of expertise, Matthew specializes in themed finishes, hardscapes, and project art direction. His work spans globally recognized projects, including Disneyland Shanghai and Universal Studios.
CHRISTI TAMAYO,
SELECT SURFACE SOLUTIONS
An expert in cementitious systems and resin-based flooring, Christi brings hands-on expertise to guide participants in mastering cutting-edge materials.
SARAH ADAMS,
CASTO CREATIVE
Trained in scenic design and painting, Sarah brings expertise in themed finishes design and maintenance with contributions to projects such as Universal's Epic Universe, Beijing Resort, and DreamWorks Land.
SPONSOR APPLICATION
CURRENT SPONSORS & PARTNERS
ELITE MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS PROVIDING MATERIALS FOR THE PROGRAM
The Artistry of Themed Finishes: A Hands-on Material & Lab Technical Training.
In collaboration with UCF Themed Experience Graduate Programs, This groundbreaking program brings together students, industry professionals, and leading material suppliers to explore the creative and technical foundations of themed environments. Over four immersive sessions, participants gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, techniques, and materials in fields like concrete, resinous flooring, and scenic painting.
With only 24 spots available—12 for students and 12 for sponsoring professionals—this unique collaboration fosters mentorship and innovation. The program is hosted at Select Surface Solutions in Orlando, FL, a premier resource for decorative and restorative materials.
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APPLICATION PERIOD NOW CLOSED. SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER AND RECEIVE NEWS AND UPDATES ON OUR FUTURE COURSES!
MEET YOUR TRAINERS
MATTHEW CASTO,
CASTO CREATIVE
With over three decades of expertise, Matthew specializes in themed finishes, hardscapes, and project art direction. His work spans globally recognized projects, including Disneyland Shanghai and Universal Studios.
KIRSTEN RUHS,
KIRPAINT
A seasoned specialist in scenic painting and finishes, Kirsten has worked on major Disney and Universal attractions worldwide, bringing unmatched artistry and technical know-how.
CHRISTI TAMAYO,
SELECT SURFACE SOLUTIONS
An expert in cementitious systems and resin-based flooring, Christi brings hands-on expertise to guide participants in mastering cuttingedge materials.
AMEE WHITT,
REYNOLDS ADVANCED MATERIALS
Specialist in mold-making and resin technologies, Aimee offers indepth knowledge of silicones, urethanes, and innovative sculpting materials.
SPONSOR APPLICATION
CURRENT SPONSORS & PARTNERS
ELITE MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS PROVIDING MATERIALS FOR THE PROGRAM
