July 25, 2025 | Calistoga, CA
Intentional design, architecture, and aesthetic experiences hold enormous potential to address some of the most intractable health and wellbeing issues facing the planet.
Together, we can create new approaches and frameworks that bridge the divides between science and the arts, resulting in impactful solutions.
We invite you to join us on July 25 for this intimate convening of influential thought leaders and innovators, where we will introduce two publications: the Intentional Spaces and Design Roadmap and the Design Insights Guide
This gathering will bring together a diverse group of experts from various fields to help refine the Roadmap‘s messaging, ensuring its reach and impact across academic, policy, and social spheres.
With a focus on strategic communications, the Salon will foster a dynamic exchange of ideas to effectively engage global audiences and inspire action toward creating intentional, transformative spaces in both physical and digital environments.
The event promises to be a pivotal moment in amplifying the Roadmap’s influence and driving its long-term success.
Agenda
Subject to Change
Morning 8:30 – 12:30
Travel to the vista and enjoy breakfast with views of the vineyards
Share the Roadmap principles, recommendations, and findings
Afternoon 12:30 – 4:30
Lunch and small group discussions
Shape and refine Roadmap messaging
Define actionable next steps through developing dissemination plan
Evening 4:30 – 7:30
End of Day Review
Conclude the day with dinner and discussion, featuring wines from the Peter Michael Winery collection
Location
Peter Michael Winery spans nearly 750 acres, encompassing hillside vineyards on Mount St. Helena that reach elevations of 2,000 feet. The property extends downward through forests to the valley floor, where the winery, gardens, and olive orchards are situated. Our exploration of these beautiful vistas and orchard paths will inspire us and foster a collective vision as we refine the Intentional Spaces and Design Roadmap, establishing it as a foundation for neuroarchitecture principles.
Located in the heart of Sonoma Valley, Peter Michael Winery is typically closed to the public. This exclusive event, cordially hosted by Paul and Emily Michael, offers a rare opportunity to explore one of California’s most coveted wine regions.
Make a Weekend Out of It!
Places to Stay
Relaxed sophistication. Understated elegance.
Auberge du Soleil enjoys one of the most famous panoramic views in all of Napa Valley. Tucked within a sunlit hillside overlooking renowned vineyards on the valley floor and the Mayacamas Mountains to the west, the view offers a mesmerizing tableau constantly shifting with the light. Each of the 50 guestrooms and suites, housed in maisons named for towns in the south of France, evoke the stylish sophistication of Provence and extend a seamless connection between the luxurious residential interiors and the natural beauty outside.
Luxury Meets Napa’s Past
Brannan Hotels is a collection of distinct properties, each steeped in its unique historical significance. Our goal is to curate immersive journeys through time, inviting guests to uncover the rich tapestry of the Napa Valley. Seamlessly weaving modern luxury with a deep respect for local history, we craft unparalleled hospitality experiences for our guests.
The Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa is an epic ode to the Great American Road Trip of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, and the spirit of exploration it evokes. Whether it’s backroad wine country or a relaxing mineral bath, our backyard can be your backyard, and it’s anything but ordinary. Framed by vineyards and bike trails, our stylish Mid-Century Modern digs are the perfect foundation for those looking to find their next great adventure from the perfect home base. Perfectly placed at the head of the Silverado Trail, in the heart of Californias scenic wine region, the Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa features 94 rooms and suites, two Mineral Water Pools and a Mineral Water Hot Tub, and a Full Service Spa. Welcome to our little, laid-back home, we embrace color in spades and you can be you. As part of the JdV by Hyatt brand, we invite you to make each stay yours truly. A community for the spirited, the light-hearted and the young-at-heart, JdV by Hyatt is a collection of vibrant, independent and inclusive hotels that reflect the neighborhoods we call home. As the sun climbs high, hike or bike the adjacent Oat Hill Mine Trail where breathtaking views of the Valley are around every corner. The hotel is located just 40 scenic minutes north of the City of Napa and 75 scenic miles from San Francisco.
A traditional take on wine country style, each cottage enjoys vaulted ceiling, deep soaking tub, wood burning fireplace, reclaimed hardwood floors and a semi-private outdoor porch opening out to the gardens. Perfect for a secluded getaway, the cottages are nestled in a grove of Elm trees for privacy. Cottage Grove Inn is just a short stroll to Calistoga’s restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and galleries.
Embrace Calistoga is reinventing the Bed & Breakfast experience
Reinventing the Bed & Breakfast experience, Embrace Calistoga is the new look and feel of Napa Valley wine country lodging. Yesterday meets Today: New in style – Old in charm and grace. The philosophy is a blend of old world luxury and 21st century amenities and technology. Antiques co-exist with modern design to create a harmonious blend of comfort and elegance.
Built in 1873, the European-style luxury inn is located in the heart of Calistoga, sit on the porch and watch the world pass by or take a stroll through this historical and quintessential wine country town. Nothing is out of reach…the only limit is your schedule and imagination.
Luxuriously romantic, the inn was created for adults to relax, rejuvenate and nurture relationships—the perfect Napa Valley escape getaway.
Welcome to Five-Star Luxury in California Wine Country
In the food and wine capital of North America, Four Seasons welcomes you to a bespoke luxury resort in Napa Valley, the heart of California wine country. Our Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Calistoga is set within its own world-class vineyard. Discover innovative and seasonal cuisine at Michelin-starred Auro, holistic spa rituals at Spa Talisa and thoughtfully personalized Four Seasons service. Raise a glass to all the best in life as you soak in magnificent views of Napa Valley.
A Modern Bohemian Retreat
Discover this historic, iconic resort in the beautiful Napa Valley. A special place planted with olive and palm trees, roses and herbs. We have given a nod to the past by preserving our 1910 olympic mineral pool and by keeping everything relaxed. Our goal is to create a one-of-a-kind experience for our guests.
Discover Montage Healdsburg resort, a transformative hideaway nestled among rolling vineyards where warm hospitality meets the charm and beauty of Sonoma wine country.
Small town charm. Urban sophistication.
Solage was designed with a deep respect for nature and the place – putting a fresh spin on wine country style with clean lines, natural materials, and loft-like layouts ranging from 515 to 1,900 square feet, all with an outdoor patio.
Downtown Calistoga Hotel – A Napa Valley Escape
Nestled in beautiful Napa Valley, The Bergson is a charming boutique hotel in Calistoga, California, where you can relax and feel the spirit of the wine country. Enjoy a romantic getaway at our intimate Calistoga inn where life slows down and you embrace the tranquility of Napa Valley, the most celebrated wine region in California. Unwind in 22 elegantly designed rooms and suites with balconies, feather beds, jetted tubs, and plush bathrobes.
Indulge your senses at Calistoga’s healing spas, then walk to downtown restaurants, shops, wineries, and tasting rooms, or explore the Calistoga Depot and the Sharpsteen Museum, The Bergson is just minutes from Bothe State Park, Old Faithful Geyser, scenic biking trails and the wineries of Napa Valley.
Founded in 1952 by chiropractor and health enthusiast, John Wilkinson, Dr. Wilkinson’s Hot Springs Resort has a loyal following for its proprietary mud baths, massages and facials treatments as well as its own mineral springs pools and guest rooms
Area Restaurants
>Auberge du Soleil
>Bistro Jeanty
>Bottega
>Bouchon
>Farmstead
>Press Restaurant
>Sam’s Social Club
>Solbar at the Solage Resort
Dine at Auberge du Soleil
Fresh, globally-inspired takes that showcase Napa’s incredible bounty
The best aspect of working at Solbar, according to Executive Chef Gustavo Rios, is being part of a “food culture that respects local produce, farmers and ranchers”. He showcases that back-to-the-land reverence with farm-fresh Napa Valley produce. But while the sourcing may be local, our chef’s influences are global, resulting in flavorful, inventive border-crossing cuisine.
Bistro Jeanty
Bienvenue à Bistro Jeanty
Welcome to your neighborhood bistro
In everyday French life, it is the bistro that is woven into the daily pattern of meals and celebrations — the neighborhood restaurant where they know your name, greet you warmly, and serve you satisfying foods that change with the seasons. Our family-run restaurant is nestled in the heart of idyllic Napa Valley wine country. Enjoy a taste of classic French cuisine and gracious hospitality from our team here at the bistro, led by chef Philippe Jeanty.
Bottega
WHERE EVERY DISH IS A STORY
Bottega means “artists workshop” in Italian, and it is our Napa Valley showcase for bold Italian flavors influenced by California’s bounty. Bottega’s menu highlights the richness of artisanal and house made ingredients, local produce, and exceptional wines made by our neighbors in Napa Valley and our friends in Italy. Bottega is part of the historic Vintage Estates in Yountville, located in one of the oldest wineries in the Napa Valley.
Bouchon
Fresh, local ingredients, prepared with care. Excellent wines that reflect the quality and character of our region and work in concert with the cuisine. Warm, inviting ambience with engaging service at a relaxed, leisurely pace. This is bouchon. We source our ingredients using an “as-fresh-and-as-local-as-possible” approach, with fish from the Santa Barbara Channel and produce from the surrounding countryside. We then take into account how these flavors can be presented with our local wines.
Farmstead
Long Meadow Ranch’s celebrated American farmhouse cuisine is rooted in the Hall family tradition of showcasing ingredients fresh from our farm, ranch, and vineyards.
Our connection to rugged mountain terrain, mineral-rich riverbed benchland, and the cool coastal air is tangible through the dishes and ambiance carefully curated by the Halls and our artisans at Farmstead. The talents of chefs, farmers, cattle ranchers, winemakers, and restaurant managers have all come together to create a Napa Valley experience like no other.
Press Restaurant
Michelin-Starred Restaurant Celebrating Napa Valley
PRESS Restaurant celebrates Napa Valley — the people, the ingredients, and the wines. PRESS is a place for locals, winemakers, vintners, and guests from around the world to experience the best the Napa Valley has to offer — it’s this sense of community that is at the heart of everything PRESS does. Under the leadership of Samantha Rudd and Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS features legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside innovative new culinary talents to highlight Napa Valley cuisine. The PRESS Culinary Team draws inspiration from around the globe while staying rooted in the style and ingredients that make the Napa Valley so special.
Sam’s Social Club
Sam’s at Indian Springs Calistoga named after resort founder, Samuel Brannan, is the place to meet for food that is seasonal, creative, and thoughtfully prepared. Sam’s is open to the public and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a convivial and vibrant atmosphere.
Imagined as an extension of the Merchant family table—tasteful, welcoming, art-filled, and eclectic. Our intimate bar and lounge offers artisanal cocktails, a well-curated local wine selection, and light fare.
Solbar at the Solage Resort
Solbar divides its menu into light, delicate flavors to stimulate your palate, and bold, savory dishes to comfort your soul, all with ingredients that showcase the best of what’s fresh and seasonal in the Napa Valley.
Enjoy outdoor dining on the sunlit newly expanded Solbar patio, which has doubled in size to allow more space for dining al fresco or relaxing by the firepits overlooking the landmark pool.