184th Edition – Zak World of Façades Georgia

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184th Edition – Zak World of Façades Georgia

edition

184

Date

22 May 2025

Venue

Radisson Blu Iveria

City

Tbilisi

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About this edition

This will be the 184th edition globally and the 1st edition in Tbilisi which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.

Speakers & Panelists

Conference Agenda

Every speaker for the day, grouped by session. Select a topic to see who is presenting, the session focus and the talk points.

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

08:00 — 08:50

Topic

Delegate Registration & Networking

Khatuna Khabuliani

Associate Professor

Ilia State University

Topic

Event Convenor & Host

08:50 — 09:00

Topic

Welcome Address

09:00 — 09:30

Natalia Nebieridze

Associate Partner and Design Director

MUA - Architecture & Placemaking

Topic

Dialogue with the Context

Talk points

Following the city’s memory - Tracing the historical and cultural fabric

Reading the contemporary landscape - Analyzing the urban body of Tbilisi

Dialogue with the context - Ethics and practice of spatial engagement

09:30 — 09:50

Thomas Eschenbach

Managing Director

Priedemann CIS

Topic

Essentials/Basics for Sustainable Façade Constructions

Talk points

Bridging the gap: From planning to execution in sustainable façade design

Continuous support: Closing the loop for long-term performance

Outstanding results: Case studies

09:50 — 10:15

Pavel Baltsevich

Sales & Marketing Director

Alutech Group

Topic

New Prospects for Modern Translucent Façades

Talk points

Model of cooperation to achieve common goals

Innovation center for development and implementation of modern translucent façades

Provision of services in the region

10:15 — 10:35

Mustafa Alkan

General Manager

Werner Sobek Istanbul

Topic

Trends in Sustainable Façade Design

Talk points

How to combine maximum sustainability with minimized materials

Challenges for the façade with environmental conditions

Examples for a sustainable façades

10:35 — 10:50

Ahmet Mumcuoğlu

Sales and Specification Manager

Saint-Gobain Glass – Turkey

Karim Amrouche

Sales Director Outside Eastern Europe and Automotive

Saint-Gobain Glass International

Topic

A Clear Vision of The Future

Talk points

Understanding the importance of glass visualization in façade decision-making

Glazing comparison: Choosing the right glazing is not just about performance, aesthetics and perception play a crucial role

New technologies that aid in selecting the best aesthetics bring us closer to the realistic appearance of the façade

10:50 — 11:20

Topic

Networking Tea / Coffee Break

11:20 — 11:40

Jan Dijkema

Director

Chapman Taylor

Topic

Good Design – Design for Good

Talk points

Designing for people, places and planet

Georgia: Old soul, new adventure

Urban regeneration: Transforming cities, enriching communities

11:40 — 12:00

Haldun Yilmaz

General Manager

FMT Façade Consultants

Topic

Beyond Aesthetics: The Science of High-Performance Façade Design

Talk points

Performance and sustainability: Balancing energy efficiency, durability, and environmental impact

Innovation and materials: Leveraging advanced materials and techniques for optimized façades

Function and adaptability: Designing façades that respond to climate, user needs and urban integration

12:00 — 12:20

Evgeniy Chernyshev

CEO

Nordfox

Topic

Modern Façades: What’s Behind the Surface?

Talk points

Features and capabilities of the modern façade solutions

Curtain walls in areas with high wind loads are reliable

Global architectural trends. What's on the agenda?

12:20 — 12:50

Manuela Gatto

Director

Zaha Hadid Architects

Topic

CityZen Tower: A Case Study in Tbilisi

Talk points

Challenges and innovation in our extensive body of work

The role of façade design as part of the overall architectural vision

12:50 — 13:05

Anton Novozhilov

Architectural Consultant

Kuraray

Topic

Effective Design of Laminated Safety Glass in High Temperature Areas

Talk points

Structural glazing and its advantages

The global experience and examples of using these solutions in implemented projects

The specifics of application in high temperature areas

13:05 — 14:05

Topic

Networking Lunch Break

14:05 — 14:25

Otar Sulaberidze

Director / Lead Architect

Artstudio Project

Topic

Reviving Traditional Typologies in the Modern Design of Building Envelopes

Talk points

Drawing inspiration from historical architectural elements in contemporary design

Adapting traditional typologies to meet modern needs and technologies

Finding the balance between heritage and innovation

Exploring the emotional impact of familiar architectural forms in contemporary spaces

14:25 — 14:45

Necdet Bahadır Buluk

Founder

FDF

Topic

Glass Railing Design For High Rise Buildings

Talk points

Health and safety requirements

Determination of heat treatment type

Functionality of handrail integration

Design criteria for base profile structure and building fixations

Lamination product alternatives and functional differences

14:45 — 15:10

Ioannis Gkikas

Associate Director

AKT II Envelopes

Nicolas Guichard

Project Manager

Kengo Kuma & Associates

Topic

Silk Towers Batumi – Integrating Georgian Nature with Architecture and Engineering

Talk points

Sustainable design incorporating green façades

Indigenous materials and fabrication methods

Optimisation and functionality of the building envelope

15:10 — 15:55

Moderator

Gvantsa Chubinidze

Architect

Artstudio Project

Panelist

David Gogichaishvili

Chief Commercial Officer

Elita Burji

Panelist

Goga Gugava

Chief Project Officer

Anagi

Panelist

Maria Pelangia

Associate Partner

MUA - Architecture & Placemaking

Panelist

Sofia Gasviani

Partner

The Architects

Topic

Grounded Modernity: The Search for Local Relevance in Contemporary Façade Design?

Talk points

The challenges in maintaining architectural relevance while integrating contemporary design principles into the local cultural and environmental context

Prevalent façade materials in modern construction and historically significant finishing materials

Addressing the difficulties of obtaining construction materials locally, including issues related to sustainability, availability, and cost

Innovative solutions for refurbishment

Session summary

Gvantsa Chubinidze

15:55 — 16:00

Topic

Vote of Thanks & End of the Conference

16:00 — 17:00

Topic

Post Event Networking & End of the Event