Through education and design by sharing visionary expertise with others throughout the world.
Since 1981, Seaside has prided itself on being one of the most forward-thinking and prestigious New Urban developments in the country. In fact, Seaside was the original New Urban community and inspired the entire movement. The Seaside Institute was founded in 1982 to help others develop their new urban communities. Seaside sparked the new urban movement; The Institute promotes the values and benefits of this type of urban planning, striving to share its importance with people worldwide.
Today the Institute continues to educate those who want to create the new urban lifestyle in their own area. We also help influence policy and make an identifiable impact as the Institute works within its 3 tenets: Sustainability, Connectivity, and Adaptability. These tenets address the evolving needs of all communities, locally, regionally, and beyond. Through education, preparedness, and convening experts in their fields, we continue to change the world for the better. Our programming intrigues members, professionals, and enthusiasts, keeping them engaged and active.
Our members are a valued part of the New Urban movement; and the backbone of the Seaside Institute. Our revised member program is designed to activate a member’s passion for our mission to exceed that of the typical nonprofit.
Member benefits include:
- name recognition / listed on the Institute website
- bimonthly e-newsletter
- discounted pricing for events and programs
- access to Seaside archives
- annual members' party
- and more!
Our members shape the development of programming that helps us to inspire livable communities. Connecting with the profound experts and educators, you will be able to gain continuing education credits, benefit from programming and connections, and increase your circle of influence. Immerse yourself with the perks that are only given through the Seaside Institute.
Join the planners, developers, civil engineers, realtors, architects, students, and enthusiasts who make the Institute remarkable! Fan your spark with us, and engage your community to inspire livable communities. Become a Seaside Institute member today.
levels
Membership has its privileges. Learn more about the Seaside Institute’s membership levels.
Membership has its privileges. Learn more about the Seaside Institute’s membership levels.
student / $25
access to all virtual events
discounted ticket rates to in-person events
- New for 2022 is the offering of three student scholarships to attend the Seaside Prize full weekend of events. Currently, students with a valid school ID can attend the lectures for free with prior registration, but these scholarships will allow them to attend the networking and dining events as well.
individual / $100
- single membership
dual / $150
- two members
donor / $250
- two members
patron / $500
- two members
advocate / $1,000
- two members
- "Visions of Seaside" book signed by Daryl & Robert Davis
benefactor / $2,500
- two members
- "Visions of Seaside" book signed by Daryl & Robert Davis
- copies of “Views of Seaside” + “Reflections of Seaside"
South Walton Partner / $5,000
- Contact our office for South Walton Partner member benefits.
Corporate / $10,000
- Contact our office for Corporate member benefits.
Legacy / $20,000+
- a lifetime membership
- book trio: "Views of Seaside," "Visions of Seaside" and "Reflections of Seaside"
- a dinner with Robert & Daryl Davis
- two tickets to the Seaside Prize
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Seaside Institute members
legacy
Edward San JuanFounder / E.F. San Juan
Grant Blackwell
benefactor
James Brainard
Lisa Burwell
Elizabeth Case
Ann Daigle
Daryl Davis
Larry & Melissa Davis
Micah Davis
Robert Davis
Doris & Jeff Goldstein
Roger Hall
Reynolds & Stacey Henderson
Richard Jabbour
Dave King
Scott & Zo Anne Merrill
Claire Morris
Mike Ragsdale
Casey Roloff
John Robert Smith
Jeff & Ansley Zehnder
advocate
patron
Charles Clary IIIMark Ferguson
Tommy & Melanie Hansbrough
Susan & Arnie Lutzker
Bobby Nylen
Robert Orr
Doug & Karen Peck
Amy Sileo
Bert & Sue Trucksess
David Zelman
donor
Heidi EllidLaura HeeryChristy Lowell
Joel Blackstock
Donald Cooper
Katherine Meade
Chris Sward
Linda Sward
Lorri White
Amy Wise-Coble
Linda Sward
Joyce & Rod Wilson
dual
Chuck Bohl
Jim & Helen Carreker
Ronnie Dean
Chandler Davis
Lee & Nancy Goodson
Helen & Rick Gordon
Steve & Sue Kullen
Mark Pledger
Serena & Jonathan Robison
Kimberly & Chris Stanley
William Sudderth
Laurie & Todd Volk
individual
Nicole Anderson
Lynne BerryAllan Branch
Fred Buehler
Craig Busch
Dr. A.J. Cantanese
Jacob Carroll
Robert L. Chapman
Don Cooper
Donald Cooper
Thomas Cordi
Joel Cowan
Mike Day
Chandler Davis
Jim Davis
Victor Dover
Wanda Dye
Ian Eberle
David Everett
Richard & Kim Fouquet
Henry Grabar
Larry Gould
Frank Greenev
Rick Hall
Brian Herrmann
Michael Higdon
Tim Hill
Patrick Hodges
Mark Hoffman
Gregory Hoss
Anne Hunter
Bret Jones
Judy Jones
Marieanne Khoury-Vogt
Joseph Kohl
Beth Madrigal
John Massengale
Christy Milliken
Allara Mills-Gutcher
Geoffrey Mouen
Steve & Wanda Mouzon
Rob Parker
Jennifer Pawlik
Lelsie Pickel
Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk
Stefanos Polyzoides
Stephen Poulakos
Carter QuinaBernice Radle
Bob Ransford
Mark & Page Schnell
Donald Shoup
John Simmerman
Martha Slaughter
Carrie Spencer
Jeff Speck
Frank Stein
Elizabeth Stevens
Philip Stoddard
Betsy Sullivan
David Tomes
Craig Ustler
Arthur Vigil
Christian Wagley
Melissa Ward
Mike Watkins