About The Event

Zak World of Façades is a globally recognized conference series focusing on façade design and engineering. To date, it has successfully hosted over 150 editions, attracting more than 45,000 delegates worldwide. This one-day conference is held across 40 countries, including the Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Europe, Australasia and North America.

The forthcoming event, marking its 160th global and 11th edition in Mumbai, will focus on sustainable innovations and tackle construction industry challenges related to the building envelope. Attendees can expect to see the latest products & trends from renowned industry leaders.

For more information and a look at past events, visit www.zakwof.com.


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 in the façade industry.


Key Numbers

160

Edition

30

Speakers and Panelists

4

Sessions

1

Day

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. Below is the initial list of speakers, more to be added as we progress.

Achim Heinzle

Achim Heinzle

Head of Direct Markets - International,
Jansen

Achim Heinzle

Head of Direct Markets - International, Jansen

Topic: Harmonizing Protection & Aesthetics

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Akshay Rahate

Akshay Rahate

Techno Commerical Head,
KinLong

Akshay Rahate

Techno Commerical Head, KinLong

Topic: Beyond Aesthetics: Innovations Shaping The Future Of Building Exterior

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Ankit Kamboj

Ankit Kamboj

Principal | Design Director,
Broadway Malyan

Ankit Kamboj

Principal | Design Director, Broadway Malyan

Topic: Visual Identity in the City

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Aparna Khemani

Aparna Khemani

Co-Managing Director,
Gensler

Aparna Khemani

Co-Managing Director, Gensler

Topic: Back To Basic And Into The Future – Climate Action Through Design Innovation

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Ashwanii Khanna

Ashwanii Khanna

Chief Customer Officer,
FunderMax

Ashwanii Khanna

Chief Customer Officer, FunderMax

Topic: Cladding on High-Rise Buildings

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Bhavana Bhatia

Bhavana Bhatia


Bhavana Bhatia

Event Convenor & Host

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Chandresh Mehta

Chandresh Mehta

Executive Director,
Rustomjee

Chandresh Mehta

Executive Director, Rustomjee

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Rustomjee Crown: Conceptualising, Designing, Fabricating and Installing the Façade

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Deepak Parameswaran

Deepak Parameswaran

Specifications Manager,
Jotun Powder Coatings

Deepak Parameswaran

Specifications Manager, Jotun Powder Coatings

Topic: Elevating Performance, Aesthetics and Sustainability with Powder Coatings

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Gautam Bhasin

Gautam Bhasin

Regional Director - India,
Inhabit Group

Gautam Bhasin

Regional Director - India, Inhabit Group

Topic: Bringing the Craft Back

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Hetal Joshi

Hetal Joshi

Head of Development,
Brookfield Properties

Hetal Joshi

Head of Development, Brookfield Properties

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Karl Sharro

Karl Sharro

Partner,
PLP Architecture

Karl Sharro

Partner, PLP Architecture

Topic: Designing the Next Generation Workplace in India

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Karl Wadia

Karl Wadia


Architect Hafeez Contractor

Karl Wadia

Architect Hafeez Contractor

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Rustomjee Crown: Conceptualising, Designing, Fabricating and Installing the Façade

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Khalid Shamlawi

Khalid Shamlawi

Technical | Specifications Manager,
Quali Middle East Association

Khalid Shamlawi

Technical | Specifications Manager, Quali Middle East Association

Topic: Ensuring Excellence in Architectural Coatings: An Overview of Qualicoat and QMEA

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KR Suresh

KR Suresh

Regional Director,
Avante Facades Consulting

KR Suresh

Regional Director, Avante Facades Consulting

Topic: Inspiring Façade Materials

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Kushagra Awasthi

Kushagra Awasthi

Head of Engineering,
Schueco India

Kushagra Awasthi

Head of Engineering, Schueco India

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Malvinder Singh Rooprai

Malvinder Singh Rooprai

Senior Technical Program Manager - APAC,
Kuraray

Malvinder Singh Rooprai

Senior Technical Program Manager - APAC, Kuraray

Topic: New Developments in Structural Interlayers for Laminated Glass

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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: Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in Façade Design

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Milind Sorkhade

Milind Sorkhade

Managing Director,
Enclosure Facade Solutions

Milind Sorkhade

Managing Director, Enclosure Facade Solutions

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Nishant Gupta

Nishant Gupta

Design Principal - Senior Associate,
Architect Hafeez Contractor

Nishant Gupta

Design Principal - Senior Associate, Architect Hafeez Contractor

Topic: Sky Housing - Bridging Earth and Sky

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Pratik Doshi

Pratik Doshi

National Manager,
Schueco India

Pratik Doshi

National Manager, Schueco India

Topic: Innovation in High Rise Façade

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Priyamvada Chauudhary

Priyamvada Chauudhary

Senior Director, Project & Development,
JLL

Priyamvada Chauudhary

Senior Director, Project & Development, JLL

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Rajan Govind

Rajan Govind

Director - Façade + Construction Tech Specialist,
BES Consultants

Rajan Govind

Director - Façade + Construction Tech Specialist, BES Consultants

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Rustomjee Crown: Conceptualising, Designing, Fabricating and Installing the Façade

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Rohan Keswani

Rohan Keswani

Director,
Aluplex

Rohan Keswani

Director, Aluplex

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Rustomjee Crown: Conceptualising, Designing, Fabricating and Installing the Façade

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Shiju Bhaskaran

Shiju Bhaskaran

Sr Executive VP - Projects,
Prestige Group

Shiju Bhaskaran

Sr Executive VP - Projects, Prestige Group

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Shyam Raghunandan

Shyam Raghunandan

Managing Director,
Schueco India

Shyam Raghunandan

Managing Director, Schueco India

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Vaishali Jain Solanki

Vaishali Jain Solanki

Principal Architect,
VJS

Vaishali Jain Solanki

Principal Architect, VJS

Topic: Panel Disscussion: Façade Technology and the Future of Smart Buildings in India

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Schedule

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

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


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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the event.

A limited number of complimentary seats, available on a first-come, first-served basis, are reserved for Architects, Façade Consultants, Developers, Government Officials, Project Management Consultants, Main Contractors, Sustainability Consultants, Fire Consultants, Façade Contractors, Cost Consultants, and similar professionals. To obtain an entry pass for the event, please complete the online registration process. Complimentary seat allocation is determined by the nature of your organization and is at the discretion of the organizers. If you are a product/material supplier and wish to attend the conference, a delegate fee of INR 15000 + GST will apply per delegate, subject to availability and the organizers’ discretion.

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. If you use your personal email id, we will not be able to verify the same always.

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 0845 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 event, the organisers will share a link to the HD video recording of the conference.

The full-day conference will include access to the conference hall, exhibit area, lunch and networking session, delegate kits and HD video recording of the conference.

Please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions at least 15 days in advance of the event.

If your firm is on our guest list or pre-qualified, 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 and is on the discretion of the organiser.

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

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

Venue


Registrations start at 8:45 am

Address

Grand Ballroom, Lobby level, Westin Garden City, Oberoi Garden City, International Business Park, Yashodham, Goregaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063

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