Exterior view of Penn Stater Hotel at night
 

Accommodations

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is the venue for the 2026 Residential Building Design & Construction Conference. It is located just minutes from the heart of Penn State University Park in State College, Pennsylvania.

On-site hotel amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour fitness center, two restaurants, complimentary parking.

Rooms are available for conference attendees at a discounted rate through Monday, February 16, 2026, or until the block is filled.

Airport Options

The University Park Airport in State College (SCE) is recommended. Please call The Penn Stater in advance to check for availability and schedule a free shuttle to the hotel. Other airport options are available, but you must arrange travel from the airport to State College.

Nearby airports with approximate driving times to State College:

  • Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) - 1.5 hours
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) - 3 hours
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 3.5 hours
  • Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 3.5 hours
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 3.5 hours
 
 

About

The Pennsylvania Housing Research Center serves the home building industry and the residents of Pennsylvania by improving the quality and affordability of housing.

We conduct applied research, foster the development and commercialization of innovative technologies, and transfer appropriate technologies to the housing community.

Pennsylvania Housing Research Center

The Pennsylvania State University

116 Lidia Manson Building

3127 Research Drive

State College, PA 16801

Phone: 814-865-2341

E-mail: phrc@psu.edu