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Global Series
Global Event Series
Events
by Fools for Façades
A global event series showcasing the latest innovations, technologies and ideas shaping the future of façade design and engineering.
Qualifying Events
Milan · London · Istanbul
Global Final
New York City
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Fools for Façades — a global façade event series
Photography · Fools for Façades
GLOBAL EVENT SERIES
Milan → London → Istanbul → New York City
Three qualifying cities lead to one global final.
Milan, London and Istanbul each select four companies — one from every thematic session. Twelve selected finalists progress to the Global Final in New York City.
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Qualifying Event
London
United Kingdom · London
4
Selected finalists
1
Per thematic session
03
Qualifying Event
Istanbul
Türkiye · Istanbul
4
Selected finalists
1
Per thematic session
Global Final
New York City
The twelve finalists from Milan, London and Istanbul come together on one global stage — the culmination of the series.
12
Finalists on the global stage
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THE EXPERIENCE
A one-day international conference in every host city.
Architects, façade consultants, engineers, developers, contractors and manufacturers come together for a single, curated day of keynotes, thematic sessions and networking.
Keynote Speakers
International voices
Thematic Sessions
Four every event
Solution Partners
Selected presenters
Table Showcase
Products & systems
Networking
Curated throughout
Selection Ceremony
Closing each city
FOUR THEMATIC PILLARS
Every event, every city
01
Design & Architecture
Architectural identity, aesthetics, complex geometries, adaptive façades and innovative design approaches.
02
Sustainability & Circularity
Low-carbon materials, circular construction, energy efficiency, passive design strategies and building-integrated technologies.
03
Engineering & Performance
Structural engineering, building physics, façade optimisation, digital engineering and high-performance envelope solutions.
04
Safety & Resilience
Fire safety, seismic performance, climate resilience, durability and risk mitigation.
THE PATH TO NEW YORK
Each city selects four companies —
one per pillar. Twelve finalists reach the Global Final.
Milan
4 finalists · 1 per pillar
London
4 finalists · 1 per pillar
Istanbul
4 finalists · 1 per pillar
12
Finalists in New York
TAKE PART
Three ways to join
Path 01
Attend
Join architects, consultants, engineers and industry leaders for a day of keynotes, sessions and networking.
Path 02
Present
Present your work as a Solution Partner within a thematic pillar — and compete to represent your city in New York.
Path 03
Partner
Gain brand visibility, editorial coverage and a table showcase across the series and the Global Final.
Shaping the future of façade design and engineering.
A global event series across Milan, London and Istanbul, leading to the Global Final in New York City.
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