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Zak World of Façades Singapore

edition

176

Date

26 March 2025

Venue

Singapore

City

Singapore

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Speakers & Panelists

Conference Agenda

Every speaker for the day, grouped by session. Select a topic to see who is presenting, the session focus and the talk points.

Session 1

08:00 — 08:50 Delegate Registration & Networking
08:50 — 09:00 Opening Address
10:20 — 11:00 Networking Tea / Coffee Break

Session 2

12:45 — 13:35 Networking Lunch Break

Session 3

15:15 — 15:45 Networking Tea / Coffee Break

Session 4

16:55 — 17:00 Vote of Thanks & End of the Conference

Nik Pase

Director

The Oval Partnership

Topic

Event Convenor & Host

09:00 — 09:25

Charu Kokate

Senior Partner

Safdie Architects

Topic

Designing with a Purpose

09:25 — 09:40

Davide Petucco

Head of Contract Development - APAC

Florim

Topic

Sintered Stone: A Game-Changer in Cladding Solutions

Talk points

Innovative production process: Discover the cutting-edge technology behind Sintered Stone and how it redefines cladding materials
Unmatched technical features & benefits: Explore its durability, sustainability, and superior performance compared to traditional options
Real-world applications: How architects and designers have transformed spaces in remarkable case studies

09:40 — 10:00

Michael Chin

Principal | Technical Specialists and Façade Engineering Leader

Arup

Topic

CapitaSpring: Embracing Biophilic Design in a Cutting-Edge, Grade A Integrated Development in Singapore's CBD

Talk points

Developer’s vision
Innovative green oasis
Sustainable façade design

10:00 — 10:20

Andreas Geyer

Managing Director

seele

Topic

Cutting Edge Façade Technology in the Context of Ambitious Architecture

Talk points

The Henderson, Hong Kong
Brisbane New Performing Arts Venue
Prada ION Orchard

11:00 — 11:20

Rajan Govind

Director - Façade + Construction Tech Specialist

BES Consultants

Topic

Improving Pre-Construction Design Efficiency of Façades - Design Once

Talk points

Efficient design process
Design for construction
Not just documentation, add values to pre-construction design

11:20 — 11:35

Alexander Han

CTO

Beijing Jangho Intelligent PV Technology

Topic

Photovoltaics Enhance the Beauty of Building

Talk points

Photovoltaic panels in various shapes, colors, textures, and finishes: Decorative effects can replace various traditional building exterior materials such as stone cladding, metal panels and cement boards
Not just modules: BIPV needs system solutions
BIPV system consulting services

11:35 — 12:05

Michele Pasca di Magliano

Director

Zaha Hadid Architects

Topic

Design Driven Innovation

Talk points

How design-driven approach contributes to the advancement of the façade industry, high standards and challenging designs to push trough innovation
High performing façades and the manufacturing challenges in the era of 3D design and documentation: Precision, tolerances and delivery
A sustainable model with façade geometry and material contributing to passive systems and the process to reach Net Zero

12:05 — 12:45

Moderator

Mathieu Meur

Director

DP Façade

Panelist

Law Kai Xiang

Associate

DP Architects

Panelist

Kevin Sturrock

Director

DP Lighting

Panelist

Drishti Kulshreshtha

Associate

DP Design

Topic

The Dream Sphere - Singapore’s National Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025

Talk points

Conceptualising, designing and executing the structure that takes the shape of a 17-meter-high sphere clad in recycled disks creating a multi-sensorial exhibition showcasing actions and innovations that encourage a more sustainable future
Design and Integration of smart technologies and sustainability
How the project complements Singapore’s vision for a smart future
Challenges faced and innovations implemented

13:35 — 13:55

Vanessa Baey

Associate Director

Kyoob Architects

Topic

The Breathing Façade

Talk points

Façade as a community identity
The living façade

13:55 — 14:15

Mark Gregory Domens

Vice President - Design

ALT

Topic

Design of High Rise Façade on Strong Typhoon Region

Talk points

Impact of typhoons on high-rise buildings
Key design considerations for high-rise façade in typhoon-prone areas
Challenges and solutions

14:15 — 14:30

Simon Chan

Technical Director

Far East Façade, President, Hong Kong Façade Association

Topic

Complex Curtain Wall Design and Intelligent Production

Talk points

Building Information Modeling (BIM) applications to the façade industry
Design and fabrication of cold bent double curved glass panel
Design, fabrication and installation challenges of free form double curved metal cladding and hyperbolic UHPC cladding
Building-integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) applications to the façade industry

14:30 — 14:45

Christoph Troska

Global Manager New Market Development

Kuraray

Topic

Ensuring High Performance, Durability and Sustainability of Laminated Glass

Talk points

Selecting the right interlayer
Good practices of lamination
Reducing CO2 footprints

14:45 — 15:00

Albert Jané Toset

APAC Regional Technical Manager

Knauf Aquapanel

Topic

Advanced Solutions for Modern Façade Design

Talk points

Key findings from the study: Comparing conventional and drywall exterior wall systems
Performance analysis of drywall exterior wall systems
Case studies showcasing high performance, aesthetic appeal, and modern design integration

15:00 — 15:15

Chia Siew Peng

Senior Technical Manager

AGC Asia Pacific

Topic

Enhancing Façades with Advanced Coating Resin: Durability, Design, and Sustainability

Talk points

Proven durability and longevity
Design freedom with aesthetic excellence
Sustainability and environmental responsibility

15:45 — 16:05

Zakiah Supahat Züge

Associate Principal

Populous

Topic

The Multitude of Roles a Façade Takes on as Part of a Large-Scale Sporting Infrastructure

Talk points

Standing out in a high-rise skyline
Integration into city grain and street activation
Responsible design through material choices and strategies

16:05 — 16:20

Alberto Fiorenzi

Founder and Inventor

i-Mesh

Khoo Teik Rong

Associate Director

RSP

Topic

Innovation Meets Sustainability - Beyond the Thread: i-Mesh Unveiled

Talk points

What's i-Mesh?
Façade systems and installations: Focus on Expo 2020 Dubai and H&M projects
i-Mesh: Redefining textiles, shaping architecture and design for outdoor and indoor solutions

16:20 — 16:55

Moderator

Owen Wee

Associate Director - Architecture & Design

SJ Group | Associate Director, SAA Architects

Panelist

Brahmono Aji

Associate Director

Broadway Malyan

Panelist

Alan Lau

Associate

Foster and Partners

Panelist

Fiona Chua

Vice President

CapitaLand

Topic

Are We Mastering the Demands and Complexity of Today's Façades?

Talk points

Which are the most challenging current demands?
Will demands and complexity increase or decrease in tomorrow's façades?
What innovation is required to address such challenges?

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