PBFD 2026 OVERVIEW

Seminar on Durable Façades

The Seminar on Durable Façades opens the 4th edition of PBFD with a focused investigation into the longevity and resilience of building envelopes. Global leaders will examine how technical innovation and environmental realities inform durable façade strategies.

The seminar explores the full lifecycle of façade durability, from the earliest architectural sketches to long-term maintenance protocols, situating the discussion within the broader framework of building commissioning and performance assurance.

Emphasis is placed on material selection, engineering detailing, and policy incentives that support low-maintenance, high-performance solutions over time.

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Workshop on Façade Serviceability: Failures and Lessons Learned 

The Workshop on Façade Serviceability: Failures and Lessons Learned offers a hands-on, case-driven forum to analyse serviceability issues under real operating conditions. Participants will review documented failures, diagnostic methods, test protocols, and remediation strategies, translating lessons learned into practical guidance for design, specification, and asset management.

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Curated Off-site Activities 

PBFD 2026 again features curated Off-site Activities, offering participants the chance to explore outstanding examples of façade innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainable construction.

Have a proposal for a site visit or wish to host a tour? We are finalizing the program and would love to hear your ideas.
Please contact Angela Mejorin or submit a proposal using the Call for Abstract form.

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Grand Finale Event

Back by popular demand after the 2025 success, PBFD 2026 will close with a special Grand Finale: a curated evening to connect with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and foster meaningful collaborations in a relaxed, inspiring setting. Don’t miss this memorable occasion.

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For collaboration opportunities, please contact the curator, Angela Mejorin.