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24th April 2026, MILAN - ITALY
Opening day of Facades Today: voices shaping the future of façades.

Location

Facades Today will be held at the Monte Rosa 91 Auditorium in Milan.
Milan, Monte Rosa 91, Auditorium
April 24, 2026 — 09:00 to 18:00

The Format?

Facades Today is a one-day international event packed with fresh perspectives on the future of building skins.
Through a fast-paced format of short talks and case-driven presentations, the day is structured into three thematic chapters:
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Breaking Ground

Experts reveal insights from research, prototyping and experimentation—what’s driving innovation in façade systems today?
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Tools & Tectonics

From responsive materials to AI-driven workflows, we explore the digital and physical tools behind emerging envelope designs.
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Context & Meaning

Façades don’t exist in isolation.
This segment looks at their cultural, social and environmental role in shaping urban identity.

With 12+ speakers from architecture, engineering and manufacturing, the program moves fast: 15 minutes per talk, big ideas, no fluff.
Join us to hear what’s next in façades — straight from those shaping the mading

Explore the Future of Façade Design

A one-day conference on innovation, design, and cultural meaning in building envelopes.  
Expect bold insights, case studies, and what’s next in façades.
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DATE

April 24th, 2026 — 09:00 to 18:00
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LOCATION

Milan, Monte Rosa 91 – Auditorium
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AUDIENCE

Designers, engineers & makers and facade enthusiasts.
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CONTACTS

events@foolsforfacades.com
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Event Agenda

Topics may be adapted by the speakers depending on their area of expertise.
Thematic tags support a clear narrative across the day, and help the audience navigate the diversity of approaches and disciplines.

Time
Session
Theme
09:00 - 09:15
Moderator – Opening Remarks
Introduction
09:15 – 10:15
Speakers 2–5 – Talks on Cultural Interfaces & Digital Design
Visions / Methods
10:15 – 10:30
Coffee-Break
10:30 – 11:30
Speakers 6–9 – Talks on Glass, Bioclimatics & Performance
Materials / Methods
11:30 – 12:00
Speakers 10–11 – Innovation & Lifecycle Focus
Materials
12:00 – 13:15
Lunch Break
13:15 – 13:45
Speakers 12–13 – Retrofitting & Climate Adaptation
Visions / Env.
13:45 – 14:00
Panel Discussion – Façades Ahead: Challenges & Change
All Panelists
14:00 – 14:15
Coffee Break
14:15 – 14:45
Guest Talk + Audience Q&A
Cross-cutting
14:45 – 16:00
Networking & Exhibition Walkthrough + Wrap-up
Informal
16:00 – 18:00
Closing Aperitivo + Meet the Speakers
Networking

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MATERIALS

Reynaers SlimWall 35: Light, Strong, Smart

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Milan, 24th April 2026
A slender, certified and customizable curtain wall system for contemporary architecture

In today’s evolving façade design landscape, SlimWall 35 by Reynaers Aluminium emerges as a refined yet robust response to the demand for minimalist aesthetics paired with high technical performance.

It’s a stick-built curtain wall system engineered to deliver maximum transparency, thermal efficiency, and design freedom, all within a compact structural profile.

Minimal Lines, Maximum Impact

The essence of SlimWall 35 lies in its reduced sightlines: just 35 mm for both mullions and transoms — inside and out.

This clean, narrow frame allows architects to flood interiors with daylight, blur indoor-outdoor boundaries, and achieve architectural openness in even the most constrained urban contexts.

But the system’s elegance conceals a powerful performance core:

  • Passive House-certified performance with Uw values down to 0.8 W/m²K
  • Air-tightness AE 1200 and water-tightness RE1200, ideal for extreme climates
  • Wind load resistance Class A5 (2000 Pa) for demanding structural contexts
  • Burglar resistance RC2, a key feature for residential and commercial applications

These metrics make SlimWall 35 a versatile solution for a broad range of building types—from private residences and hotels to corporate headquarters and cultural venues.

Designed for Performance and Freedom

SlimWall 35 reflects Reynaers’ dedication to architectural clarity, offering a suite of integrated design features that enhance both form and function:

  • Hidden drainage: No visible plastic caps, just clean geometry
  • Clip-on cover caps: For fast customization and visual variety
  • Solar shading: Optional accessories for passive cooling
  • Color options: Over 450 finishes and tones to match any concept

These design tools allow architects to maintain creative control while ensuring that the system’s performance remains uncompromised.

The modularity and technical integrity of the SlimWall profile also support efficient fabrication and installation.

Certified Sustainability and Long-Term Performance

SlimWall 35 is Passive House certified, a notable achievement for a slim-profile curtain wall system.

Engineered to hold glass panels up to 52 mm thick and weighing as much as 450 kg, it offers exceptional thermal insulation and long-term durability thanks to high-grade materials and manufacturing standards.

Reynaers goes beyond basic sustainability by designing systems for circular use: SlimWall 35 can be disassembled, repurposed, or recycled—contributing to a longer, more responsible lifecycle.

Its production aligns with environmental standards, reflecting the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability in façade systems.

A System That Doesn’t Compromise

In an era where façades are expected to deliver comfort, energy efficiency, and visual appeal, SlimWall 35 presents itself as a comprehensive solution.

It empowers designers with a compact but powerful toolkit to create responsive, elegant building envelopes that perform across categories.

SlimWall 35 is not just a curtain wall—it’s a statement of architectural intent, where less truly becomes more, and where technical performance supports, rather than compromises, architectural vision.

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About the event

"Facades Today": is a one-day conference exploring contemporary approaches to façade design, innovation, and cultural meaning.
Expect critical insights, surprising case studies, and practical visions for what comes next in urban envelopes.

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  • Location

    Location:
    Milan, Monte Rosa 91 - Auditorium

  • Date:
    April 24, 2026 — 09:00 to 18:00

  • Audience:
    The people who shape buildings—designers, engineers & makers

  • Contact: events@foolsforfacades.com

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