Keynote 5
Topic 7: Human-Centred Architecture - Designing for Future Generations
1400 - 1615 (Plenary Hall)
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Keynote 5 by
Meng Jianmin, Academy of Engineering of China (China),
Ole Scheeren, Büro Ole Scheeren (Germany)
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Meng Jianmin
Academy of Engineering of China (China)
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Dr. Meng Jianmin, an esteemed figure in the field of architecture, encompasses an impressive educational background with a Ph.D. from Southeast University. His accolade of being a professional-level senior engineer and a Class 1 registered architect, cementing his position as an expert within the architecture community. He is a Professor at Macau University of Science and Technology and the Vice Chairman of the Architectural Society of China.
One of his landmark projects includes the Shenzhen Bay Super Headquarters Base, an initiative touted for its innovation and vision. Dr. Meng's leadership extends beyond design; as the Chairman of Shenzhen Experts United Association, he actively shapes the direction of architectural discourse in the region. His illustrious career has been recognised through prestigious accolades such as the National Engineering Survey and Design Master, the Liang Sicheng Architecture Award, and the China Design Contribution Gold Award of the Guanghua Dragon Award, amongst others, underlining his profound impact on the architecture industry. He remains a pivotal figure, shaping the landscapes of modern cities and mentoring the next generation of architects.
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Ole Scheeren
Büro Ole Scheeren (Germany)
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Ole Scheeren is a German-born architect and the principal of Büro Ole Scheeren. His landmark projects shape the way we interact with our cities and generate new social narratives through a bold vision of architecture as highly connective and integrative environments.
Ole Scheeren is Büro Ole Scheeren’s chief designer and responsible for steering the company’s business, creative vision and strategic development. His projects have won numerous awards including the Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) 10 Year Award 2023 for the Interlace in Singapore, the CTBUH Urban Habitat Award 2021 for DUO in Singapore, and the CTBUH Best Tall Building Worldwide Award 2013 for the CCTV Headquarters in Beijing.
In 2022 the ZKM | Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe, Germany dedicated the large scale exhibition ole scheeren : spaces of life to Ole Scheeren’s works.