, Session Block A2
16:30 New Developments in Glass and Shading Systems
Advances in curved architectural glass
- Multi-curved technology
- Sample projects
- Next generation of high-rise curved glass
Longevity and sustainability considerations for next generation insulating glass in building envelopes
- Understanding performance behaviour over the lifetime
- Insights from ongoing life cycle studies
- Sustainable IGU system solutions
- Robustness and pathways for future design concepts
High-performance free-form coatings for architectural glass façades
- Lift-off processing for large-area patterned glass coating
- Assessment of advanced printing technologies
- Inspiration: Glass coatings in modern architecture
Novel approach to façade-integrated shading systems
- Retro-reflective slats to maximise shading function of Venetian blinds
- How to neutralize the effect of coated glass on façades
- Dynamic films to improve the performance of glazing units
Dynamic glazing as an architectural tool
- Balancing energy performance, occupant comfort, and architectural intent
- Creating workplace environments in subtropical climate using adaptive glazing
- Dynamic glass in practice: Projects from Sweden to Hong Kong
Brief Presentations on Solar Shading Systems for Daylight Control
Dual-band electro-chromic smart windows
Building performance of closed cavity façades with dynamic shading
Merging solar shading, low-glare active daylight management and PV power generation
Daylight and energy optimisation with climate-adaptive façade shades
18:00 End of Conference Day 1
19:00 – 22:00 Evening Reception 