The China Architectural Design Exhibition 2024 (CADE) was held last month at the National Exhibition & Convention Centre in Shanghai. As a longstanding partner of CADE, Benoy was honoured to participate in the FacadeLAB Q&A session, focusing on innovative curtain wall façade design, represented by Wei Tang, Project Director at Benoy Shanghai Studio.
This year, CADE’s exhibition revolved around the theme of“Renewal and Innovation,” with a series of conferences and roundtable discussions to showcase how net-zero, sustainability, artificial intelligence and human-centric design influence the architecture industry. Special thanks to Yu Hui, Managing Director at RFR Asia, who curated the FaçadeLAB session and posed questions to the panellists on their views on responsible and sustainable practices within the built environment.
Industry leaders from Chinese and international materials companies presented solutions to 15 key challenges in curtain wall design, presenting advanced design techniques, case studies, and cutting-edge technologies. The event also featured examples from six landmark projects, demonstrating recent breakthroughs in curtain wall innovation.
FacadeLAB’s New Format
This year’s FacadeLAB session introduced a fresh format, inviting representatives from both the design and construction sectors. Six leading curtain wall construction companies showcased their latest solutions while sixteen architects from world-renowned firms participated in a dynamic Q&A session.
Wei Tang’s Insightful Contribution
During the Q&A, Wei Tang expressed gratitude for the opportunity to exchange ideas and expertise with industry leaders:
“CADE’s face-to-face session for architects and materials suppliers created an invaluable platform to discuss the full project lifecycle from conception to procurement and quality assurance. This exchange has given us invaluable insights into the latest materials technology, which we look forward to applying in our projects to enhance sustainability and quality standards. The façade embodies the design concept, and cross-disciplinary collaboration is essential to creating impactful, enduring structures.”
A Transformative Platform for the Architecture Industry
Sponsored by the Architectural Society of China, Messe München, and MMU BAU Fenestration, CADE 2024 attracted over 20,000 industry professionals, offering networking and collaboration opportunities during a time of transformative in the industry. This annual exhibition showcases the latest trends, materials, and technologies shaping the future of architecture.
Benoy’s participation in the FacadeLAB Q&A underscores the firm’s commitment to innovative, sustainable design, reinforcing its role in advancing high-quality, responsible architectural practices.
