FTI’s World Congress Returns with a Look at Façade Developments, Innovations

The Façade Tectonics Institute (FTI) 2022 World Congress in Los Angeles kicked off on Wednesday, Oct. 12, offering a broad spectrum of information for attendees. From energy requirements to emerging trends and technologies, presenters are packing the meeting halls with professionals hungry for industry updates and trends.

The last in-person World Congress was four years ago. Mic Patterson, ambassador of innovation and collaboration for the FTI, is excited to be together again in person and said things are off to a strong start.

“Day one of the congress was outstanding,” says Patterson. “The day’s keynote, Gabrielle Bullock, was brilliant and the paper presentations throughout the day were excellent. This is our first in-person world congress since 2018 and nearly 300 people traveled from all over the world to be here. I can only describe the mood of the attendees as jubilant. It’s been a whole lot of fun.”