Conference News

Check back frequently for the latest news and updates about the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm.     28 September 2023

Embracing Nature to Improve the Urban Realm

I recently learned an astonishing statistic: over the past 100 years, the global population has quadrupled, from two billion to eight billion, according to Our World in Data. In parallel, the effects of cities on nature are progressing at an unprecedent pace…

          18 September 2023

Closing Plenary Speakers Announced

As the CTBUH 2023 International Conference draws to a close in Singapore, we will focus on the theme of “Humanizing High Density – Nature.” This theme will be thoroughly explored through presentations by industry leaders and experts. When exploring nature, our speakers will not only look towards the future but also towards the past.
        5 September 2023

Sign Up for One of These Featured Workshops Today!

A wide range of half-day workshops on various topics relating to tall building performance and urban habitat will take place on Monday, 16 October, from 1:30 to 5:00 PM. Gain valuable insights on the latest topics and trends in sustainable vertical urbanism by registering for one of these featured workshops today!
        31 August 2023

Diamond Sponsor Sun Hung Kai Properties to Support International Research Seed Funding

We’re pleased to announce that Sun Hung Kai Properties, a Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, will support this year’s International Research Seed Funding initiative, which assists talented researchers in developing projects and ideas to a level that can secure additional funding.
        29 August 2023

Featured Off-Site Programs: The JTC Summit & Singapore City Gallery

Join us on 19 October, for two not-to-be-missed off-site programs that showcase Singapore’s unique reimagining into one of the most livable cities in Asia: The JTC Summit and Singapore City Gallery.
          24 August 2023

What Does it Mean to Humanize High Density?

According to latest CTBUH data, the population growth of the 100 tallest cities—those with the most 200m+ building completions—increased roughly 60 percent between 2000 and 2020. Yet the construction of 200m+ buildings in these cities rose more than 700 percent during the same time period.
            23 August 2023

Just Added: Two New Social & Networking Opportunities

Tall Building Team Trivia and FLC Meet & Greet have been added to our growing list of social and networking events happening at this year’s conference!
        14 August 2023

Opening Plenary Speakers Announced

The true value of tall buildings derives from satisfying the needs and inspiring the ambitions of the diverse individuals and communities that inhabit them daily. Articulating and examining this value is the crux of our opening plenary, which will set the tone for the entire conference program…
          13 August 2023

Just 48 Hours Until the Regular Registration Rate Deadline

We’re just 48 hours away from closing out the regular registration rate for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm, taking place 16–21 October, in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

          10 August 2023

KLCCH To Host Kuala Lumpur Core Program

We’re pleased to announce that KLCC Property (Holdings) Sdn Bhd (KLCCH), a Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm, will host the event’s Kuala Lumpur core program, which focuses on the city’s unique urban innovations, opportunities, and challenges.

        8 August 2023

Featured Off-Site Program: Gaia at Nanyang Technological University

With teaching spaces on the first to third floors, a research center on the fourth floor, and faculty offices on the fifth and sixth floors, this forward-looking educational building spans 220 meters long, with roughly 42,000 square meters of floor area; it is currently the largest mass-engineered timber building in Asia by volume of timber used.

          3 August 2023

CTBUH 2023 Fellows Announced!

We’re excited to announce the CTBUH 2023 Fellows, outstanding individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in sustainable vertical urbanism and…

        1 August 2023

Full Program Released for Humanizing High Density; Regular Registration Rates End 15 August

The CTBUH 2023 International Conference poses the questions: How can high-density urbanization support healthy living, working, and civic and social engagement? Can we weave together tall buildings, the natural world, and the diverse people and communities that inhabit them in entirely new and meaningful ways? Join us and an international roster of experts in sustainable vertical urbanism for a thoughtful and thought-provoking itinerary.

          28 July 2023

Workshops Announced: Wide Range of Thought-Provoking Topics Confirmed

Stay up to date on the hottest topics and trends in sustainable vertical urbanism by registering for one of 14 engaging workshops at the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature, and The Urban Realm, taking place 16–21 October, in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

          27 July 2023

FG Empreendimentos Confirmed as Diamond Sponsor, To Host ‘Technological Realm’ Track

We are pleased to announce that FG Empreendimentos will host the “Technological Realm” track as a Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference…

          20 July 2023

Carol Willis & Patrick Bellew To Receive Lifetime Achievement Awards from Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

2023 honorees represent ‘vibrant minds’ in sustainable vertical urbanism – GlobeNewswire           12 July 2023

Initial Delegate List Released: Nearly 700 Registered So Far!

We’re pleased to release the list of delegates registered so far for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm. Among those already confirmed—691 and counting—are the world’s foremost owner/developers, architects, urban planners, engineers, contractors, project managers, academics, and individuals and companies representing a wide range of other disciplines and backgrounds.         22 June 2023

200 Initial Speakers Announced for Humanizing High Density

We’re pleased to announce the initial roster of speakers—among the world’s most recognized and respected experts on sustainable vertical urbanism—who will be presenting at the CTBUH 2023 International Conference.           8 June 2023

Last Chance—Early Bird Rates End 8 June!

Register now to secure the lowest rates for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm, 16-21 October, in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.           31 May 2023

Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Reveals Exemplary Projects in Sustainable Vertical Urbanism Across the Globe

Record-breaking number of ‘Award of Excellence’ submissions emphasize achievement in height, engineering, repositioning and numerous other categories – GlobeNewswire           25 May 2023

Initial Off-Site Programs Announced: Register Today—Early Bird Rates End on 8 June!

Off-site programs take place in buildings, urban spaces, and key developments throughout Singapore, on 19 October, and Kuala Lumpur, on 21 October. Conference attendees choose from…           3 May 2023

Southeast Asia’s Highest Observation Deck, at Merdeka 118, To Host Closing Networking Reception—PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn. Berhad Confirmed as Diamond Sponsor

We are pleased to announce that PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn. Berhad (PMVSB) is a confirmed Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density…         19 April 2023

CapitaLand Group Confirmed as Diamond Sponsor

We are pleased to announce that CapitaLand Group is a Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference, Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban…           6 April 2023

CTBUH Receives Record-Setting Number of Awards Program Submissions

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) received a record-setting number of submissions for its annual Awards Program this year: 346 new projects…           21 February 2023

Nearly 300 Attendees Participate in Two Launch Events for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference

Nearly 300 enthusiastic regional leaders joined CTBUH President Dr. Antony Wood for the official launch events for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference…           14 February 2023

CTBUH Kuala Lumpur Presents: 2023 International Conference Launch Event

The CTBUH 2023 International Conference Launch Event is an early evening event that will serve as the official kick-off for the planning of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference…           09 February 2023

CTBUH Singapore Presents: 2023 International Conference Launch Event

The CTBUH 2023 International Conference Launch Event is an early evening event that will serve as the official kick-off for the planning of the CTBUH 2023 International Conference…