Events
CTBUH 2021 Global Walking Tour: Shanghai
09 December 2021
The Global Walking Tours have been held since 2014 to celebrate urban habitat aspects that make cities great. This year's theme is "Towers & Transit" - touring tall buildings and their related transit infrastructure. Shanghai has developed a lot along with Huangpu river. This year we will have a tour on both side which are located in Xuhui Riverside and Pudong Qiantan area.
Skybridges: Bringing the Horizontal into the Vertical Realm
02 July 2020
This symposium gathered many successful practitioners sharing their experiences and discussing the recreation of the urban realm in the sky through connections between buildings at height.
Tall Buildings Renovation | 高层建筑改造
09 January 2020
Join CTBUH in China for a symposium on the renovation of tall buildings. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from international firms such as OTIS, CRTKL, JLL and many more.
CTBUH China: Smart City, Intelligent Building
07 November 2019
This CTBUH International Symposium brings together innovators from the fields of information technology, architectural design, structural technology, materials and equipment, and more.
2019 International Forum on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
28 August 2019
In celebration of Jin Mao Tower's 20th anniversary, CTBUH China presents an international conference discussing the historical evolution and development trend of super tall buildings.
Sustainable Development of Construction Engineering Conference
13 July 2019
Join CTBUH for a conference exploring major academic theories and engineering practice issues on super high-rise construction technology.
2019 Global Walking Tour: 50 Forward | 50 Back
27 June–09 August 2019
Join the CTBUH Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee for the sixth annual Global Walking Tour, following the theme 50 Forward | 50 Back. Join a walk in your city!
CTBUH 2019 Global Walking Tour: 50 Forward | 50 Back
27 June 2019
The CTBUH Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee organized its sixth annual Global Walking Tours, which took place in 25 cities around the world.
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2019 CTBUH Shanghai Symposium
29 January 2019
This symposium explores how new technological innovations can foster a healthy living environment in tall buildings, within both office and residential spaces.
CTBUH China Hosts Smart Technology Symposium
29 January 2019
CTBUH China hosted a symposium which explored the development of smart offices, addressing challenges brought by rapid technological advancements and growing populations.
CTBUH China Participates in Vertical Marathon
25 November 2018
CTBUH China participated in the Shanghai Tower International Vertical Marathon, climbing to the 119th floor of the building.
CTBUH 2018 Seed Funding Winner Announced
29 August 2018
The winner of the CTBUH 2018 Research Seed Funding, sponsored by Sun Hung Kai Properties, is Dr. Ye Yu, who will research the health impacts of public spaces.
2018 Global Walking Tour: Walking on Water Reports
02 August 2018
Join the Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee for the 2018 Global Walking Tour. This year, tours will explore the role of the Tall Building in waterfronts and other natural settings.
2018 Global Walking Tour: Walking on Water
20 July–07 October 2018
Join the Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee for the 2018 Global Walking Tour. This year, tours will explore the role of the Tall Building in waterfronts and other natural settings.
Join the CTBUH International Symposium in Shanghai, China
19 June 2018
Tongji University and CTBUH China will co-organize a symposium called "Future of Vertical Cities," on Tuesday, June 19, 2018.
CTBUH China Hosts Tall Building Symposium
19 June 2018
CTBUH China held its board meeting at Tongji University in Shanghai, which was followed by a half-day symposium titled "The Future of Vertical Cities"
Beyond Win or Lose? Gains and Losses in Design Competitions
17 November 2017
In the unique environment of the Chinese market, what are the decisive factors in selecting the design of tall buildings?
CTBUH Shanghai Young Professionals Committee Talks Competitions
17 November 2017
CTBUH China and Shanghai Young Professionals Committee (YPC) co-hosted a symposium on “Gains and Losses in Tall Building Design Competitions.”
Sustainable Vertical Urbanism Forum
17 October 2017
The College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP) at Tongji University and CTBUH China will co-organize a one-day symposium on Sustainable Vertical Urbanism on Tuesday, October 17.
CTBUH China Supports Vertical Urbanism Forum at Tongji University
17 October 2017
The College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP) at Tongji University and CTBUH China co-organized a one-day symposium on Sustainable Vertical Urbanism.
Vertical Transportation: Ascent & Acceleration
12 September 2017
CTBUH partnered with Guinness World Records to identify the commercial building with the fastest elevator speeds and longest vertical runs.
CTBUH Shanghai YPC Holds Inaugural Meeting
03 August 2017
The CTBUH Shanghai Young Professionals Committee (YPC) held its first board meeting at the Shanghai office of Gensler.
CTBUH Symposium on Tall Building Performance + Book Launch
02 August 2017
CTBUH will organize a panel discussion titled “Optimizing Tall Building Performance in China: From Conception to Operation” followed by a book launch.
CTBUH China Symposium on Tall Building Performance + Book Launch
02 August 2017
CTBUH China and Tongji University Press held a symposium on tall building performance on August 2, 2017, followed by a book launch.
CTBUH Latest Chinese Video Library Released
10 July 2017
CTBUH has built Chinese video libraries on many media platforms, including Wechat public account, Youku Video and Tecent Video.
2017 Global Walking Tours: The Space Within Tall Buildings
21 June–07 July 2017
The CTBUH Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee organized its fourth annual Global Walking Tours, which took place in 15 cities around the world.
CTBUH New WeChat Account Launch
05 April 2017
CTBUH upgraded the Wechat account, it has a brand-new user interface, focus on the latest development of tall buildings and urban habitat of all over the world.
SuperTEC Visit to CTBUH China Office
17 January 2017
The CTBUH China Office hosted a visit from SuperTEC, a consortium of researchers and practitioners from Korea University and Dankook University in Seoul.
Top 12 Happenings of 2016, Month-by-Month
19 December 2016
Check out the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat's top stories of 2016 for each month and take a look ahead with the Council’s monthly predictions for 2017.
CTBUH Names Shanghai Tower “2016 Best Tall Building Worldwide”
04 November 2016
The CTBUH Awards Jury named Shanghai Tower, Shanghai as the “2016 Best Tall Building Worldwide” at the 15th Annual CTBUH Awards Ceremony and Dinner.
CTBUH 'UH'PDATE October 2016
04 October 2016
The fourth issue of CTBUH 'UH'PDATE provides information on some of the early events and studies of the Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee.
Global Twilight Walking Tours
25 August 2016
The CTBUH UH/UD Committee organized its third annual Global Walking Tours in 13 cities around the world, examining public spaces in a twilight setting.
Twisting Tall Buildings
18 August 2016
CTBUH has released a study that looks at the recent proliferation of twisting towers creating a new generation of iconic buildings throughout the world.
CTBUH Names Tall Building Award Winners and Finalists
22 June 2016
CTBUH is proud to announce the winners and finalists for the CTBUH 2016 Tall Building Awards, chosen from a pool of 132 submissions vying for recognition.
CTBUH Hosts China Government Delegation
20 May 2016
CTBUH was honored to host a delegation of government officials from the Shanghai Huangpu District People’s Government.
2016 China Awards Symposium, Ceremony & Dinner
13 May 2016
Please join us for the inaugural CITAB-CTBUH China Tall Building Awards Event, to be held in the recently completed Shanghai Tower.
Bund SOHO named “China Best Tall Building Overall” for 2016
13 May 2016
The China Tall Building Awards Jury is pleased to announce the winner of the inaugural China Best Tall Building Overall Award: Bund SOHO, Shanghai.
Shanghai Tower Signboard Ceremony
13 May 2016
CTBUH joined Shanghai Tower officials in unveiling the commemorative signboard designating Shanghai Tower as the tallest building in China.
2016 China Awards Symposium, Ceremony & Dinner
13 May 2016
The inaugural CITAB-CTBUH China Tall Building Awards were held at Shanghai Tower culminating with Bund SOHO winning China Best Tall Building Overall Award.
The Innovative Hub for Architecture and Design
22–24 March 2016
As a strategic partner of CADEX, a premier architecture and design exhibition, CTBUH China will have a significant presence at the event.
CTBUH China Year In Review Event
03 March 2016
The China Office of CTBUH is pleased to announce an event commemorating the release of the annual report on tall-building activity around the world: “Year in Review.”
TJAD Hosts CTBUH China for Year in Review Event
03 March 2016
CTBUH China’s first 2016 event was a look back at a record-setting 2015, from the perspective of the country that contributed the greatest number of tall buildings 200 meters or higher.
CITAB-CTBUH Name 2016 China Tall Building Award Recipients
25 February 2016
CITAB and CTBUH are pleased to announce the award recipients for the inaugural CITAB-CTBUH 2016 China Tall Building Awards.
Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Now Available!
18 February 2016
The first two issues of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, the Chinese-language edition of the CTBUH Journal, are now available for purchase.
2015–2016 Design Research Studio Final Reviews
15 January 2016
Tongji students in the collaborative design studio, “Network Reshaping Downtown: Transit-Oriented Mega-Development,”presented their final designs.
Shanghai Tower Completes, Now the World's Second-Tallest Building
07 January 2016
Shanghai Tower has officially completed as the tallest building in China and the second-tallest building in the world.
2015–2016 Design Research Studio Kicked Off in Miami
16–21 November 2015
“Network Reshaping Downtown,” a collaborative design studio undertaken by Tongji University with support from CTBUH, kicked off with a visit to Miami.
CTBUH, Tongji Press Sign Two More Publishing Agreements
18 September 2015
Zhi Wenjun, TJUP, and Daniel Safarik, CTBUH, recently signed an agreement covering several publications, including a Chinese language version of the CTBUH Journal.
Warm Weather Spaces Walking Tour
17 September 2015
Following the successful 7 Cities Winter Walking Tours the Urban Habitat Committee is planning its next set of global tours in over twice as many cities.
Warm Weather Spaces Walking Tours 2015
17 September 2015
The CTBUH Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee organized guided walking tours of 16 cities around the globe, focusing on urban habitats around tall buildings.
CTBUH, Tongji Press Sign Publishing Agreement
16 July 2015
CTBUH signed the first of several planned publishing contracts with Tongji University Press for the book related to the 2016 International Conference.
Panel Handles Mean, Green Questions at Architect @ Work in China
03 July 2015
As part of its role as a strategic partner of the Architect @ Work China Conference in Shanghai, CTBUH hosted a panel discussion entitled “Greening the Vertical Habitat.”
Architect @ Work
02–03 July 2015
CTBUH is a supporting partner of Architect @ Work, a two-day event that reinvents how architects, designers, and real estate professionals discover knowledge and innovation.
CTBUH ’UH’PDATE April 2015
28 April 2015
The third issue of CTBUH 'UH'PDATE 2015 goes over the Parramatta analysis plan, abstracts for CTBUH New York Conference and the committee member's involvement around the world.
Designing with Computers
27 April 2015
Tristram Carfrae is Arup’s Deputy Chairman. He is one of 16 Arup Fellows (out of a global staff of 10,000). Tristram is a leading structural designer.
China Office to Launch...Founding Sponsors Confirmed
18 March 2015
The CTBUH is extremely pleased to announce that 18th March will see the official launch of its new China Office, located at Tongji University, Shanghai.
China Office Launch Reception
18 March 2015
We encourage you to join us at the Launch Reception for the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) China Office / Asia Headquarters.
CTBUH China Office Kicks Off
18 March 2015
The CTBUH China Office / Asia Headquarters officially launched at CAUP at Tongji University with the inaugural board meeting and a reception
CTBUH ’UH’PDATE February 2015
26 February 2015
The second issue of CTBUH 'UH'PDATE goes over the success of the 7 Cities Winter Walking Tours and welcoming 5 new committee members.
7 Cities Winter Spaces Walking Tours
29 January 2015
7 cities (Chicago, London, New York, Ottawa, Shanghai, Toronto and Vancouver) will feature winter spaces walking tours including exterior and interior spaces.
Seven Cities Winter Spaces Walking Tour
29 January 2015
The new CTBUH Urban Habitat / Urban Design Committee organized a highly successful Winter Spaces Walking Tour in seven cities around the world.
“Network-3D” High-Rise Design Studio Culminates in Shanghai
18 January 2015
Final reviews concluded of a semester of intense work for the “Network-3D" studio undertaken by Tongji University students with support from CTBUH and KPF.
2014-2015 Design Research Studio Kicked Off in New York
14–17 November 2014
Tongji University students took a week-long visit to New York City, which included design workshops at KPF, site studies, and tall building tours.
Jing An Kerry Centre Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
At the Jing An Kerry Centre, the overall sense of luxury was amplified by traveling through the lushly appointed lobby and convention spaces of the Shangri-La Hotel on-site.
Lujiazui Harbor City Development & Riviera Twin Star Square Tour
19 September 2014
The Riviera Twin Star Square Tour was immediately followed by the Lujiazui Harbor City Development Tour, a development on the site of the Shanghai Shipyard Factory and Drydock.
Shanghai Tower Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The construction tour of the impressive Shanghai Tower allowed delegates to ascend to the 119th-floor observatory, as well as explore a finished 12-story atrium.
Sinar Mas New Bund Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
Delegates for the Sinar Mas New Bund tour were given presentations by SOM & APP, who described the planning of the complex & the derivation of its organic form from the Magnolia flower.
Taiping Finance Tower Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The tour of the Taiping Finance Tower revealed the surprise of full-height glazing in the lift generator rooms, which offered an excellent view of the city.
Tomorrow Square Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
Delegates toured the 37th floor of Tomorrow Square, which takes advantage of the building’s 45-degree plan shift by offering views in at least eight directions.
Jin Mao Tower Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The Jin Mao Tower, adjacent to the conference venue, provided ample opportunity for exploring the lobby, office section, top floor, observation deck, refuge floor & the Grand Hyatt.
Shanghai Arch Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The tour of the Shanghai Arch began with a brief look at the building’s exterior, followed by visiting the footbridge to the main entrance, the skygarden, and the Shanghai Arch Village.
Shanghai International Finance Center Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
At the Shanghai International Finance Center, attendees toured hotel spaces, an unoccupied office floor, technical facilities including a mechanical floor, and the top floor restaurant.
The Bund Finance Center Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The visit to the Bund Finance Center, a focal project of the Conference’s second plenary, included a side trip to the Jiushi Headquarters by Foster + Partners.
L'Avenue Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
Delegates met at the office entrance of the newly completed L’Avenue tower. The design of this structure was meant to reflect the luxury and high-end design of the building’s owners.
Shanghai World Financial Center Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
Delegates met at the lobby of the Shanghai World Financial Center for a tour, led by executives of Mori Building, of one of Shanghai’s most recognizable landmarks.
Wheelock Square Technical Tour Report
19 September 2014
The refined Wheelock Square played host to CTBUH delegates, who toured AECOM’s office on the 36th through 38th floors, a refuge / MEP floor, and the basement.
CTBUH 2014 Shanghai Conference
16–19 September 2014
The survival of humanity relies on a repositioning of our cities to develop them beyond a collection of disparate icons, towards a connected Sustainable Vertical Urbanism.
CTBUH Leaders Discuss Ways to Broaden Council Membership
15 September 2014
The leadership of the Council convened in the Leaders Meeting to participate in discussions about how to widen the Council’s reach and effectiveness.
CTBUH Trustees Meet Ahead of 2014 Conference in Shanghai
15 September 2014
The second Board of Trustees meeting of 2014 took place in the 83rd-floor conference room at the Grand Hyatt Jin Mao in Shanghai, in advance of the 2014 CTBUH Conference.
China Special Issue of CTBUH Journal
09 September 2014
In conjunction with the 2014 Shanghai Conference, CTBUH published a special edition of the Journal that focused on China.
Asia Headquarters Office Opening This Summer
01 August 2014
The CTBUH will establish its physical CTBUH Asia Headquarters Office within the College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP) at Tongji University.
CTBUH Well Represented at China-Japan-Korea Tall Building Forum
18 July 2014
CTBUH’s Japan and Korea chapters, along with Tongji University organized the 2014 China-Japan-Korea Tall Building Forum on July 18th.
Whirlwind Tour Stirs Up More Interest in Shanghai Conference
07–13 March 2014
On a second intensive journey inside six months, Executive Director Antony Wood traveled to China to make additional connections and develop further support.
“Towards Zero Carbon” High-Rise Design Studio Final Review
09 January 2014
The final review marked the culmination of a semester of intense work for the students and tutors involved in the “Towards Zero Carbon,” a design studio undertaken by Tongji University.
Tongji University Faculty and Students Visit Chicago
01 November 2013
“Towards Zero Carbon,” a collaborative design studio between Tongji University, CTBUH and the Illinois Institute of Technology, made a week-long visit to Chicago in November.
Tongji University Hosts CTBUH Lecture
15 October 2013
CTBUH Executive Director Antony Wood delivered a lecture to approximately 120 people at Tongji University, the CTBUH’s partner institution in China.
Greenland Group Hosts Inaugural 2014 Steering Committee Meeting
14 October 2013
Greenland Group hosted the inaugural steering committee meeting for the 2014 CTBUH Conference, consisting of more than 25 individuals from the local tall building industry.
Four-City Tour Generates Strong Shanghai Conference Support
14–18 October 2013
Preparations for the 2014 CTBUH Conference are now underway. Executive Director Antony Wood embarked on a four-city tour, meeting with more than 30 companies over the course of 10 days.
Young Professionals Committee Hosts Shanghai Tower Presentation
22 May 2013
The designers of Shanghai Tower presented to a capacity crowd at the Chicago Architecture Foundation May 22, at an event hosted by the Young Professionals Committee.
The Tallest 15 Cities in China
27 September 2012
With over 1.3 billion citizens and a rapidly urbanizing population, China is developing tall buildings more than any other country globally.
Shanghai Tower Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
Scheduled for completion in 2014, the tour of Shanghai Tower offered a unique glimpse into the construction of the megatall building.
International Financial Center Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
The twin towers of the IFC, though not identical, create a unique dialog with the surrounding Shanghai context.
Jin Mao Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
Standing as an icon of the Shanghai skyline, the Jin Mao tower has been a landmark since its completion in 1999.
Shanghai World Financial Center Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
The current tallest building in China at 492 meters, the World Financial Center offers unparalleled views from its skybridge.
Tomorrow Square Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
As a unique architectural and structural addition to Shanghai's skyline, Tomorrow Square is distinguished among its neighbors.
Riviera TwinStar Square Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
The mirrored towers of the Riviera TwinStar development have delicately articulated facades and extensive outdoor areas.
Jiushi Corporation Headquarters Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
The Jiushi Corporation Headquarters in Shanghai, now over 10 years old, still stands out within its urban context.
Jing An Kerry Centre Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
As a large mixed-use development, the Jing An Kerry Centre will provide a wide array of living and working spaces as well as amenities upon its completion at the end of 2012.
Wheelock Square Technical Tour Report
20 September 2012
An elegantly simple tower, Wheelock Square also incorporates inherent ideas of sustainability to create a unified design.
2012 Shanghai Congress: Asia Ascending
19–21 September 2012
The Shanghai Congress drew a wide variety of industry professionals from all over the globe with over 800 attendees from 430 companies and 43 countries.
China Special Issue of CTBUH Journal
19 September 2012
In conjunction with the Shanghai 9th World Congress, CTBUH published a special edition of the Journal that focused on China.
Shanghai Congress Important Steering Committee Meeting
15 February 2012
A major meeting of the Shanghai Congress Local Steering Committee was held in the very appropriate setting of the Shanghai Tower construction site.
Shanghai 2012: Important Meetings
01 February 2012
CTBUH Chair Timothy Johnson and Executive Director Antony Wood were in Shanghai recently for meetings with the Congress Steering Committee and other significant Congress partners.
The Tallest 20 in 2020: Entering the Era of the Megatall
08 December 2011
Within this decade we will likely witness not only the world’s first kilometer-tall building, but also the completion of a significant number of buildings over 600 meters.
Path to the CTBUH 2012 Shanghai Congress: Beginnings…
17 July 2011
CTBUH Leaders recently traveled to China to attend a CTBUH-Tongji University workshop, and begin the planning of the anticipated 9th World Congress Shanghai 2012.
Shanghai Expo and Meetings Report
08 May 2010
Executive Director Antony Wood visited China to attend and speak at the Shanghai Expo. While in China, the foundation was set for the CTBUH 9th World Congress.
CTBUH / Nakheel Asia Tour Report
19–29 April 2007
CTBUH collaborated with the Dubai-based developer Nakheel and architects Woods Bagot to facilitate a 5-nation tour of seminal tall buildings in south-east Asia.
CTBUH Plaques & Signboards Initiative Begun
08 October 2004
CTBUH believes public skyscraper signs are a powerful and lasting way to inform the world about the official recognition of the achievements and merits of new and existing tall buildings.
1988 Hong Kong/Shanghai Conference: Design and Development
22–29 April 1988
The Fourth International Conference in Hong Kong/Shanghai on Tall Buildings in 1988 on Design and Development of High-Rise Buildings.
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