Events

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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Ways to take part

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Fools for Façades — a global façade event series

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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.

Qualifying Event

Milan

Italy · Milan

Selected finalists

Per thematic session

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Qualifying Event

London

United Kingdom · London

Selected finalists

Per thematic session

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Qualifying Event

Istanbul

Türkiye · Istanbul

Selected finalists

Per thematic session

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Global Final

New York City

The twelve finalists from Milan, London and Istanbul come together on one global stage — the culmination of the series.

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

Choose how you'd like to participate.

Whether you're joining the audience, sharing your expertise, or supporting the forum as a partner, choose the role that fits — and we'll open only the form you need.

01 · Attend