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Zak World of Façades is a globally recognized and premier conference series focusing exclusively on the critical disciplines of façade design and engineering. This highly successful event has successfully hosted over 180 editions worldwide, attracting more than 60,000 delegates across 44 countries in regions including Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, and North America. The London edition is a significant event within this global movement, serving as a vital platform for professionals shaping the future of the UK construction industry and built environment.
This comprehensive one-day conference is an essential destination for Architects, Developers, General/Main Contractors, Façade Consultants, Fire Consultants, Glass Processors, Structural Consultants, Cost Consultants, Quantity Surveyors, and related building specifiers. Attendees gather to explore sustainable innovations, display the latest technological solutions, and collaboratively tackle construction challenges related to the complex building envelope.
The core focus is always on constructing high-performance, safe, sustainable, and long-lasting façades using cutting-edge techniques and tools available in the market. Expert dialogues cover critical contemporary issues essential for modern building practices, such as achieving net zero carbon requirements, drastically reducing CO2 emissions, balancing embodied energy versus operating energy, and enhancing fire resistance and safety compliance. Specific thematic sessions delve into technologies like hybrid steel curtain walls, advanced bird-friendly glass design considerations, innovations in the architectural terra cotta industry, and maximizing solar energy production through Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).
Held in London, the conference offers unparalleled networking opportunities. It allows thousands of industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and gain actionable insights directly from global leaders and domain experts. Speakers share their views on the engineering, procuring, and execution of bespoke façades globally to suit local requirements, addressing regulatory compliance and rapidly evolving design trends. Zak World of Façades showcases the latest products and innovation trends, ensuring attendees leave with practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of how façade design is evolving to meet the demands of modern architecture and environmental responsibility in the UK and beyond.