Explore the next generation of building materials transforming the construction landscape. From sustainable alternatives and recycled composites to smart and energy-efficient solutions, this summit will spotlight innovations that are shaping the future of how we build. Discover what’s new, what’s next, and what’s possible.
Gain access to hundreds of high-level speakers throughout two days of presentations, interactive panel discussions, fireside chats and training workshops.
As innovation in materials science accelerates, the built environment is witnessing a shift from experimental breakthroughs to real-world application. Smart materials—capable of responding dynamically to environmental conditions—offer significant potential to enhance building performance, improve energy efficiency and support climate resilience. This panel brings together perspectives from research, design, engineering and industry to explore how these materials are moving beyond the laboratory into practical use. It will consider both the opportunities and the challenges associated with adoption, including cost, scalability, regulation and integration into existing design and construction processes, highlighting how smart materials can play a transformative role in shaping the future of the built environment.
As modern methods of construction (MMC) continue to scale, they are increasingly seen as a critical response to persistent supply chain disruption and growing labour shortages across the construction sector. By shifting towards more industrialised, offsite approaches, MMC offers opportunities to improve productivity, reduce reliance on scarce on-site skills and create more resilient delivery models. This panel brings together perspectives from across manufacturing, construction, logistics and policy to reflect on how MMC is being deployed to address these systemic challenges. It will also consider the practical barriers to scaling, including supply chain coordination, workforce transformation and investment, highlighting how a more integrated and forward-looking approach can unlock the full potential of MMC in a rapidly evolving industry.
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