About The Event

Zak World of Façades is an international conference series on façade design & engineering. The event has attracted over 29,000 delegates across its 90+ completed editions as on date. It is designed as a one day conference and is currently being organised in over 30 countries in the Middle East (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait & Saudi Arabia), South Asia (India & Sri Lanka), South East Asia (Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam & Indonesia), East Asia (Hong Kong, South Korea, China & Japan), Africa (Kenya, Egypt, Morocco & South Africa), Europe (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland, Turkey, Ireland, Denmark & Sweden), Australasia (Australia & New Zealand) and North America (USA & Canada).

This edition is the 96th global edition and the 2nd edition in Malaysia which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions from leading solution providers.

Visit www.zakwof.com for details of the previously executed events.

Who Should Attend

The event is ideal for Architects, Developers, General/Main Contractors, Façade Consultants, Façade Contractors, Sustainability/ESD Consultants, Fire Consultants, Glass Processors, Structural Consultants, Cost Consultants, Quantity Surveyors, PMC’s and related building specifiers.


Insightful Dialogues & Networking

Hear from experts in the domain of façade design, engineering, procuring and execution on their views on constructing high-performance, safe, sustainable and long lasting façades with the latest techniques and tools available. Also, network with other industry peers and leading manufacturers & solution providers to the façade industry.


Key Numbers

96

Edition

30

Speakers and Panelists

4

Sessions

1

Day

Safety Guidelines

As mandated by the host venue, wearing of masks is mandatory and entry is restricted only to fully vaccinated delegates. Covid status will be checked via the MySejatera app. Your app must not display “High-Risk” status. This will be checked by the hotel security team upon your arrival. Apart from that, we will be incorporating the below hygiene measures to ensure a safe environment

  • Implementation of disinfection protocols in all areas by the venue housekeeping team
  • Availability of sanitisers at multiple locations
  • Counters, seats and tables in common areas are disinfected after every use
Our host venue St. Regis has rolled out a safety and hygiene program which will be in action at the event. Click here to view the factsheet. Any additional governmental mandate that is in place during the event time will be strictly followed. Please check this section for the latest information.

Should the requirements change prior to the event, we will endeavour to notify you promptly. We solicit your cooperation on the same.

Stay safe. We look forward to welcoming you back to our events.

Speakers

Our speakers and panelists are domain experts and will ensure that the content presented at the event is meaningful with key takeaways to ponder upon.

AJ Azlina Jamaluddin

AJ Azlina Jamaluddin

Head - Planning, Design & Sustainability,
SP Setia

AJ Azlina Jamaluddin

Head - Planning, Design & Sustainability, SP Setia

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Andrew Browning

Andrew Browning

Director,
KIRK AUD

Andrew Browning

Director, KIRK AUD

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Azril Amir Jaafar

Azril Amir Jaafar

Director,
Veritas Architects

Azril Amir Jaafar

Director, Veritas Architects

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Andrew Seah

Andrew Seah

Director,
BFG Consulting

Andrew Seah

Director, BFG Consulting

Topic: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

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Caleb Teh

Caleb Teh

Façade Specialist,
BFG Consulting

Caleb Teh

Façade Specialist, BFG Consulting

Topic: Building For Generations – Reliability and Safety of Façade

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Franck Derouen

Franck Derouen

Global Segment Director - Architectural,
Axalta

Franck Derouen

Global Segment Director - Architectural, Axalta

Topic: Powder Coatings for the Architectural Market

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Frankie Wong

Frankie Wong

Director,
Forebase Property

Frankie Wong

Director, Forebase Property

Topic: Story of Hemmon House

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Hans Weemaes

Hans Weemaes

Director - Sustainability,
Turner & Townsend

Hans Weemaes

Director - Sustainability, Turner & Townsend

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Huat Lim

Huat Lim

Managing Director,
ZLG Design

Huat Lim

Managing Director, ZLG Design

Topic: Point92: Resilience in Concrete Façades

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Jason Lee

Jason Lee

Regional Façade Segment Manager,
Hilti Asia Pacific

Jason Lee

Regional Façade Segment Manager, Hilti Asia Pacific

Topic: Innovative Façade Solutions

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Jayrold Bautista

Jayrold Bautista

Associate - Tech Services & Development Scientist,
Dow Asia Pacific

Jayrold Bautista

Associate - Tech Services & Development Scientist, Dow Asia Pacific

Topic: Carbon-Neutral Silicones for More Sustainable Building Façades

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Joerg Schleusener

Joerg Schleusener

Project Director,
Schüco South East Asia

Joerg Schleusener

Project Director, Schüco South East Asia

Topic: Integrated Ventilation Solutions for Façades

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Marcus Tan

Marcus Tan

Manager - Sales and Marketing,
AGC Asia Pacific

Marcus Tan

Manager - Sales and Marketing, AGC Asia Pacific

Topic: Leading Innovative, Energy-Generating Façades with Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)

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Mathieu Meur

Mathieu Meur

Director,
DP Façade

Mathieu Meur

Director, DP Façade

Topic: Fire Testing of Façades

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Matthew Penrose

Matthew Penrose

Executive Vice President,
Vector Foiltec

Matthew Penrose

Executive Vice President, Vector Foiltec

Topic: How ETFE Delivers High Performance, Lightweight, Structurally Efficient and Sustainable Building Envelopes

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Michael Chin

Michael Chin

Principal | Technical Specialists and Façade Engineering Leader,
Arup

Michael Chin

Principal | Technical Specialists and Façade Engineering Leader, Arup

Topic: Future of Façades in a Decarbonized Buildings Industry

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Mohammed Bahsh

Mohammed Bahsh

Senior Manager Tensile Architecture - APMEA,
Serge Ferrari

Mohammed Bahsh

Senior Manager Tensile Architecture - APMEA, Serge Ferrari

Topic: Tensile Fabric Façade - Architectural Functions and Benefits

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Mustafa Chehabeddine

Mustafa Chehabeddine

Design Principal,
KPF

Mustafa Chehabeddine

Design Principal, KPF

Topic: The Woven Landmark: KLCC Lot M Podium Envelope Design

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Nicholas Ling

Nicholas Ling

Partner,
Konzepte

Nicholas Ling

Partner, Konzepte

Topic: Skin, Deep

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Roger Poulin

Roger Poulin

Senior Project Manager,
RPM

Roger Poulin

Senior Project Manager, RPM

Topic: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

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Serina Hijjas

Serina Hijjas

Director,
Hijjas Kasturi Associates

Serina Hijjas

Director, Hijjas Kasturi Associates

Topic: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

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Shawn Woon

Shawn Woon

Senior Engineer | Façade Engineering Leader,
Arup

Shawn Woon

Senior Engineer | Façade Engineering Leader, Arup

Topic: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

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Shin Lin Kok

Shin Lin Kok

Partner,
Façade Network

Shin Lin Kok

Partner, Façade Network

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Siti Nor Suzana Yazid

Siti Nor Suzana Yazid

Head of Design,
NRY Architects

Siti Nor Suzana Yazid

Head of Design, NRY Architects

Topic: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

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Sreenivas Narayanan

Sreenivas Narayanan

Technical & Compliance Director - MEIAP,
Siderise Insulation

Sreenivas Narayanan

Technical & Compliance Director - MEIAP, Siderise Insulation

Topic: Curtain Wall and Perimeter Containment for Building Envelopes

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Timothy Soebroto

Timothy Soebroto

Associate Director,
Meinhardt Façade Technology

Timothy Soebroto

Associate Director, Meinhardt Façade Technology

Topic: The Façade of the Future

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U-Kidd Chong

U-Kidd Chong

Director - Project Management,
Turner & Townsend

U-Kidd Chong

Director - Project Management, Turner & Townsend

Topic: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

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Schedule

The event agenda is split into multiple sessions separated by networking break-out sessions.

Session 1
(08:50 - 10:30)

08.00 - 08.50
Delegate Registration & Networking
08.50 - 08.55
Opening Address
08.55 - 09.25
Future of Façades in a Decarbonized Buildings Industry

What is embodied carbon and how it is being counted and calculated

Balancing carbon spent building versus savings in service

Examples on how our developed tools and methodologies are helping to revolutionise the way we design


Michael Chin
Principal | Technical Specialists and Façade Engineering Leader, Arup
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09.25 - 09.50
Skin, Deep

Enclosure

Inside-out

Messaging


Nicholas Ling
Partner, Konzepte
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09.50 - 10.10
How ETFE Delivers High Performance, Lightweight, Structurally Efficient and Sustainable Building Envelopes

An introduction to projects, details, technology & advantages for ETFE façades & building envelopes

Fire, Thermal, Light and Wind Load Performance with ETFE

Review of the latest global projects and SEA projects

Case study on the ETFE Solution and Steel Structure for Pavilions Bukit Jalil Mall, KL


Matthew Penrose
Executive Vice President, Vector Foiltec
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10.10 - 10.30
Tensile Fabric Façade - Architectural Functions and Benefits

Architectural signature

Thermal & visual comfort, solar protection & energy savings

Dynamic façades with day/night effect

Conformity & suitability to any fire norms & regulations


Mohammed Bahsh
Senior Manager Tensile Architecture - APMEA, Serge Ferrari
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10.30 - 10.50
Networking Tea / Coffee Break


Session 2
(10.50 - 12.50)

10.50 - 11.10
The Façade of the Future

Façade and landscape integration

Façade and BIPV integration

Recyclable materials for the façade


Timothy Soebroto
Associate Director, Meinhardt Façade Technology
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11.10 - 11.20
Story of Hemmon House

Façade requirements and selection of supplier and fabricator

Why choose a glass façade?

Future developments


Frankie Wong
Director, Forebase Property
View Profile
11.20 - 11.35
Integrated Ventilation Solutions for Façades

Principles of ventilation

Incorporating smoke vents


Joerg Schleusener
Project Director, Schüco South East Asia
View Profile
11.35 - 12.05
The Woven Landmark: KLCC Lot M Podium Envelope Design

Setting the scene: Design Concept and the 2-phase development

Expression with materiality: Façade design and optimisation

Embracing the challenges: Construction progress


Mustafa Chehabeddine
Design Principal, KPF
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12.05 - 12.50
Panel Discussion: Influence of Design in the Performance of Building Envelopes

How can design impact the parameters for the performance of a modern façade?

Analyzing the benefits of considering passive design strategies

Strategizing sustainable design through local material procurement

Looking at net-zero carbon and how can this global trend be implemented in Malaysia?


Moderator
Hans Weemaes
Director - Sustainability, Turner & Townsend
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Panelist
Andrew Browning
Director, KIRK AUD
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Panelist
Siti Nor Suzana Yazid
Head of Design, NRY Architects
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Panelist
AJ Azlina Jamaluddin
Head - Planning, Design & Sustainability, SP Setia
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Panelist
Azril Amir Jaafar
Director, Veritas Architects
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Panelist
Shin Lin Kok
Partner, Façade Network
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12.50 - 13.40
Networking Lunch Break


SESSION 3
(13.40 - 15.40)

13.40 - 14.00
Point92: Resilience in Concrete Façades

Process architecture

Casting sequence

Energy and sustainability


Huat Lim
Managing Director, ZLG Design
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14.00 - 14.20
Leading Innovative, Energy-Generating Façades with Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)

Clean energy trends towards carbon neutral cities

Benefits of BIPV on the façade

Innovative solution with case studies and project references


Marcus Tan
Manager - Sales and Marketing, AGC Asia Pacific
View Profile
14.20 - 14.40
Fire Testing of Façades

Overview of applicable standards

Façade fire testing requirements in Malaysia and the region

Case studies and take-away points


Mathieu Meur
Director, DP Façade
View Profile
14.40 - 15.00
Curtain Wall and Perimeter Containment for Building Envelopes

Functional requirements of perimeter barrier firestop systems and cavity barriers

Fire resistance testing for curtain walling and perimeter barriers and a transatlantic comparison of testing approach, criteria and experiences

The criticality of workmanship quality and the need for installation inspection & reporting


Sreenivas Narayanan
Technical & Compliance Director - MEIAP, Siderise Insulation
View Profile
15.00 - 15.20
Powder Coatings for the Architectural Market

Introduction to powder coatings

Technologies and product range

References & case studies


Franck Derouen
Global Segment Director - Architectural, Axalta
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15.20 - 15.40
Carbon-Neutral Silicones for More Sustainable Building Façades

Carbon journey of silicone sealant for building façades

Key elements of PAS2060 standards to ensue verified carbon neutrality

Benefits of project specific carbon neutrality service


Jayrold Bautista
Associate - Tech Services & Development Scientist, Dow Asia Pacific
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15.40 - 16.00
Networking Tea/Coffee Break


Session 4
(16.00 - 17.30)

16.00 - 16.20
Building For Generations – Reliability and Safety of Façade

Achieve façade safety through design process

Building with safety in mind

Innovative façade inspection techniques


Caleb Teh
Façade Specialist, BFG Consulting
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16.20 - 16.40
Innovative Façade Solutions

Hilti Introduction

Cast in channel technology

Firestop solutions


Jason Lee
Regional Façade Segment Manager, Hilti Asia Pacific
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16.40 - 17.25
Panel Discussion: Façade Value Engineering: Managing the Process and Limiting the Risk

Integrating the right assessment models for getting the most value out of façades

Value engineering versus value extortion: Is it cost reduction for diminished value?

Continuing the process improvisations for best practices

Value engineering for bespoke façades procurements to suit local requirements


Moderator
Shawn Woon
Senior Engineer | Façade Engineering Leader, Arup
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Panelist
Serina Hijjas
Director, Hijjas Kasturi Associates
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Panelist
Roger Poulin
Senior Project Manager, RPM
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Panelist
U-Kidd Chong
Director - Project Management, Turner & Townsend
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Panelist
Andrew Seah
Director, BFG Consulting
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17.25 - 17.30
Vote of Thanks & End of the Conference



The programme is correct at time of publishing. However, given the seniority of our speakers and the nature of their roles, speakers may subsequently substitute or excuse themselves from the programme. This is always regrettable, and we will always try to replace the speaker with a speaker with equivalent insight. You can find the most up-to-date programme on this website.




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Image Gallery

Images from a select previous global editions of Zak World of Façades


Video Gallery

Snippets from a select previous global editions of Zak World of Façades

  • Toronto 2022
  • London 2021
  • Dubai 2021
  • New York 2021
  • Sydney 2019
  • Manchester 2019
  • Singapore 2019

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the event.

A limited number of complimentary seats on first come first serve basis are reserved for Architects, Façade Consultants, Developers, Government Officials, Project Management Consultants, Main Contractors, Sustainability Consultants, Fire Consultants, Façade Contractors, Cost Consultants, etc. The online registration process needs to be followed to attain your entry pass for the event. Please note that the complimentary seats allocation are under the jurisdiction of the organizers. If you are a product/material supplier and intend to attend the conference, there would be a delegate fee of USD 500 applicable per delegate.

The online registration acts as an “Interest” for attending the conference. An internal system evaluates the registrations received and issues the confirmation/entry pass accordingly. The online registration alone DOES NOT stand confirmed without a confirmation/entry pass email from the organizers.

If successfully approved, the confirmation number/pass is sent within 3-4 working days of registration or earlier. It is advisable to check your spam/junk folders as there maybe chances of the email landing in those folders. If you have not received your confirmation within the stipulated timeframe, please write to the organisers/reply on the acknowledgment email to check on the status.

It is highly recommended that you use your company/official email id for registration to avoid any confirmation delay

No. All registrations are pre-approved online and no on-spot registrations are encouraged.

The invitation copy from the sponsors DOES NOT qualify as the entry pass. The invite mentions the registration process at the last page. All the recipients of these invitation copies are advised to follow the online registration process to attain their passes to be able to attend the event.

No. If you are not able to attend the conference after receiving your confirmation number/pass you will not be able to transfer the registration to your colleague.

The registrations start at 0800 hrs. The team at the registration desk will be fully equipped with the details of those confirmed to attend. If your registration is confirmed, you will only be asked to quote your registration number and drop your visiting cards at the registration desk to collect your badge and kit.

Post the conference, the organisers will be uploading all the presentations who's permission has been received to distribute online at this event website.

The full-day conference will include access to the conference hall, exhibit area, lunch and networking session, delegate kits and presentation copies.

If your firm is on our guest list, then a maximum of 1-4 delegates passes per firm are allocated depending on the firm size. However, the seat allocation is on first come first serve basis.

As the seats are allocated on a first come first serve basis, the registration will close once the hall seating capacity is reached.

Apart from the high standard hygiene protocols and checks from the venues housekeeping team, we will be implementing the standard operating procedures and guidelines mandated by the local authorities to ensure a safe event. Please refer to the detailed safety precautions at the top of this page.

No. The event will be 100% in-person only.

Yes. 1 LAM (Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia) CPD point has been approved for this event.

Venue


Registrations start at 8:00 am

Address

St. Regis, The Grand Ballroom, No 6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50470 Malaysia

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