StoneMatters is the first of many speaker series from the WhatMatters Symposium. This three-part conversation will focus on the why, what, and how of a particular issue. StoneMatters will discuss building for the future in the face of severe weather, programmed to create awareness and explore energy, architecture, design, and building solutions. With a focus on adaptability and resilience, the series will examine new considerations to future-proof plans for tomorrow.