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 European Heritage Days 2024 The first Heritage Days were launched on September 23, 1984, but it wasn’t until 1991 that the Council of Europe officially established "European Heritage Days." Designed to foster a deeper appreciation for Europe’s rich cultural and historical heritage, this annual event brings millions of people across Europe together to explore and honor the diverse traditions, monuments, and crafts that define our shared history. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and preserve the incredible craftsmanship at the heart of our European heritage. Join Mad’in Europe in keeping these traditions alive!  Upcoming Highlights:  - Workshops & Demonstrations From September 16 to 20, join us for Creative Skills Week: "The State of Built Heritage Craft Skills." This event will present a landmark survey conducted by FRH and Mad’in Europe, gathering insights from 300 participants including craftspeople, schools, and heritage building owners. Discover endangered crafts and actionable recommendations in this significant report.  - Exhibitions From October 26 to 28, we will host the Philippe Rotthier European Prize for Architecture in Brussels. This prestigious award honors projects that integrate local traditions, natural landscapes, and sustainable building practices. Celebrate vernacular architecture and meet some of our award-winning artisans! - Conferences & Talks On September 18, join us for the Urban Lunch Event: Exploring Materiality in Architecture. Attendees will view a 6-minute film by Mad’in Europe, highlighting the importance of craftsmanship in the European context. Learn more on our website. Visit madineurope.eu to view our full agenda and find out how you can get involved in supporting our heritage. Together, let’s safeguard the skills and traditions that define Europe. #EuropeanHeritageDays #MadInEurope #Craftsmanship #CulturalHeritage #Artisans #SaveOurCrafts #CreativeSkillsWeek #PreserveTradition #HeritageCrafts #EuropeanArtisans

Can you imagine the work that goes into creating a stand of this size and stature? 🤯 Every design element, health & safety aspect, brand requirement and customer impact consideration needs a level of knowledge and detail that takes years to perfect. (Luckily enough, we have plenty of that here between everyone. 😂) #exhibitionstands #b2b #b2c #standdesign #exhibitions #customerexperience #projectdevelopment #projectmanagement

A useful article for our industry!

#NewArticle Dominant discourses framing the reuse of industrial heritage in the context of mega-events: a relationship matrix approach Florence Graezer Bideau, Huishu Deng & Helena Roux The reuse of industrial heritage sites has become increasingly prevalent in the context of hosting mega-events. This paper aims to investigate this trend, specifically in the context of Olympic Games or World Expos, and its impact on urban regeneration strategies. It introduces a methodological tool, namely, the relationship matrix, to identify key factors from ‘best practices’ criteria for managing industrial sites and planning mega-event legacies. While guidelines and strategies for mega-events and industrial heritage have evolved towards a proactive people-centred approach, our findings still reveal a bias towards material renewal in dominant discourses during the planning phase. This bias often overlooks or even excludes the memories and experiences of local communities. https://lnkd.in/eQ_VMfqC

Industry leaders are turning to German Hangar tents to create a distinctive event experience. These innovative structures offer a multitude of benefits that enhance both exhibitor success and attendee engagement. Here's why German Hanger is a preferred choice by them: - Modern Design : Impress attendees with a clean, modern aesthetic that sets your booth apart from the traditional drape and frame. - Natural Light Advantage : Abundant natural light showcases your products in the best possible way, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. - Scalable Solutions : German Hangers offer modularity, allowing you to design the perfect space for any size exhibition, from intimate meetings to expansive product showcases. - Streamlined Efficiency : Benefit from faster assembly and disassembly times, saving valuable setup and teardown resources for your team. Investing in a German Hanger tent demonstrates your commitment to innovation and excellence, leaving a lasting impression on potential clients and partners. Contact us today to discuss how German Hangers can transform your next exhibition into a resounding success. ✅ ⛺ . . . . #germanhangar #industry #tent #moderndesign #scalablesolution #transform #contactus #hurryup

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🌍 All Eyes on Osaka as World Expo Timber Pavilions Take Shape! ⏰ As the countdown to the 2025 World Expo in Osaka continues, the excitement builds with the rise of stunning timber-based pavilions, including significant participation from Ukraine in a powerful "appeal for peace." With over 150 countries set to showcase their innovations, the Expo promises to celebrate culture and sustainability. 🔎 Key Highlights: 1️⃣ Ukraine's Meaningful Participation: Despite the ongoing challenges of war, Ukraine's commitment to the Expo underscores the importance of solidarity and hope. Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura emphasised the significance of their attendance as a symbol of resilience and the quest for peace, especially in light of Russia's withdrawal from the event. 2️⃣ Emphasis on Sustainability: Timber is at the forefront of this Expo, with many pavilions constructed from easily disassembled and reused materials. The Italian Pavilion, designed by Mario Cucinella, exemplifies this approach with its sustainable construction from cross-laminated timber and glulam, embodying the theme of “Art regenerates Life.” 3️⃣ Innovative Designs: The Japanese Pavilion, designed by Nikken Sekkei, explores the cycle of life through its circular architecture and biogas energy system. It showcases how Expo waste can be transformed into energy. This living structure highlights the interconnectedness of life and the sustainability principles at the heart of the Expo. 🤔 #questionforgroup: How can international exhibitions like the World Expo promote sustainability and cultural exchange in a way that inspires future generations? What role does timber play in shaping sustainable architecture? 🔗 To learn more about the pavilions and the vision behind the World Expo, click here: https://lnkd.in/g6yZDy3N #worldexpo #worldexpo2025 #sustainability #timber #architecture #timberarchitecture #ukraine #japan #italy #culturalexchange #innovation #expo2025 #woodproducts #masstimber

🏢 The Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center is a mega project covering 1.48 million square meters, with a net exhibition area of 500,000 square meters upon completion. It will be the world’s largest after Hannover, Germany, and the second largest in China. 🔧 #LvpinTechnology ensures top-tier quality from raw materials to production, providing efficient solutions for the high demands of fire protection and ventilation. A unified, intelligent ventilation system with centralized equipment installation maximizes efficiency and minimizes space usage. 🔥 The project’s large-span, column-free design, and complex exhibition hall spaces require advanced fire protection and ventilation systems. With oversized special spaces, uniformity and functionality are key. #ConventionCenter #FireProtection #VentilationSystem

The reason why the locals are opposed to holding the event is obvious and convincing - the ruling prefectural party’s true intention is beyond the Expo. They plan to bring casino afterwards to the place where the Expo will be constructed. The ultranationalist regional party, Ishin, the supplementary party for LDP, has tremendous amount of vested interests due to the casino construction, and holding the Expo is only a pretext. They are making money using the two different occasions, killing two birds with one stone. They have never disclosed the decision making processes on neither construction bidding, nor architectural decisions of both events, no matter how strongly civil society demands for clarification. Nobody wants the casino in town out of various reasons. And everybody knows that the underneath of the site is filled with methane gas. That’s why the toilets under construction there were exploded just recently, and no local media covered if the particular construction worker was injured or not due to the self-censorship. Although Ishin had initially demanded the local elementary schools to have their school excursions at the Expo, some school principal expressed concern and decided not to take their kids to the dangerous site. Who can expect ‘bright future’, as the event’s propaganda says, with the dark event at the smelly site, literally??