China Architectural Design Exhibition (CADE) 2023
After a hiatus of over two years, the much-anticipated China Architectural Design Exhibition (CADE) made its return in Shanghai from August 3 – 6, 2023.
As one of CADE‘s long-standing partners, Benoy remains dedicated to the event’s overarching vision of design-oriented urban renewal and sustainability.
This year’s iteration of the exhibition marked its grandest scale yet, featuring 3 exclusive invitational exhibitions organised by the Architectural Society of China, 6 exhibitions focusing on architectural design, and 2 special exhibitions.
Benoy’s Vision: Redefining Commercial Architecture for a Resilient Future
The exhibition on commercial architecture was led by Benoy, which showcased a plethora of its global commercial real estate projects, unveiling a tapestry of bold and innovative architectural concepts fuelled by the trend towards regenerative design, technology and data-driven processes, and the demand for smarter and more efficient buildings.
These forward-looking approaches align with the demand for more resource-efficient structures.
The exhibition underscored Benoy’s unwavering dedication to interweaving cultural traditions into its commercial design paradigm, with the intent to stimulate consumer engagement and experience.
This combination of captivating design aesthetics, an enjoyable visitor experience, and streamlined operations is the pivotal formula for reinvigorating the retail sector in the post-Covid-19 landscape.
Exhibition Booth at Benoy
Throughout the event, Benoy’s exhibition booth welcomed a host of esteemed guests, with presence and interactions by Qin Pang, Benoy Director and Head of Shanghai Studio; Yifan Huang, Senior Marketing Manager, China; and Huijin Zheng, Architectural Designer.
Notable figures among the visitors included Long Xiu, President of China Architecture Design & Research Group; Cundong Li, Chief Curator of CADE 2023, National Engineering Survey and Design Master, Secretary General of the Architectural Society of China, and Chairman and Party Secretary of the China Architecture Design and Research Group; and Jiaming Cao, President of Architectural Society of China and Honorary Chairman of the Architectural Society of Shanghai.
Highlights from CADE 2023 in Shanghai
The 2023 event was held between August 3 – 6, 2023 in Hall 6.2 of the National Convention & Exhibition Center in Shanghai. The four-day event showcased the latest trends and innovative architectural practices from around the world and pioneering practices.
This congregation brought together thought leaders, architects, academics and enthusiasts from across China and overseas. It also provided a platform for exhibitors to share their experiences and explore opportunities for cooperation.
In line with its vision of “Driving Future Architectural Trends”, CADE embraced sustainability as the theme of this year’s event, featuring a series of themed exhibitions, art exhibitions, conferences and roundtable discussion to explore the impact of sustainability, digital technology and human-centric design within the realm of architecture.
This year’s exhibition was held alongside FENESTRATION BAU China (FBC), RealTech Expo and the China Roofing and Waterproofing Expo.
A Grand Gathering Across 165,000 sqm at CADE 2023
Covering 165,000 sqm of exhibition space across 6 themed exhibition halls, the joint event was attended by over 1,200 leading architectural firms from different countries and regions. This collective gathering provided an invaluable opportunity for exhibitors to discuss contemporary trends and breakthrough innovations.
The event garnered over 100,000 visitors. Among this vibrant tapestry, the exhibition also brought together over 1,000 visionary leaders, executives, and academics from across diverse sectors, who shared cutting-edge insights that collectively illuminate the future of architecture.
Anticipating CADE 2024
Sponsored by the Architectural Society of China, Messe München, and MMU BAU Fenestration, the China Architectural Design Exhibition (CADE) is the Asia Pacific region’s leading trade fair for high-end building solutions and premium architects, and aims to showcase the latest trends in architecture and design.
The forthcoming instalment will be held from October 16 – 19, 2024 at the National Convention & Exhibition Center (Shanghai).
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Yifan Huang, Vincent Tse, Chengsheng Jiang, Huijin Zheng and Jinri Zheng for their contribution to this year’s event.
