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SPACE
At the Obra Blanca Connection Space, you can participate in dynamics and moments created to promote interaction and connection with suppliers, professionals, and industry leaders.
A place where we can attend workshops and talks hosted by the exhibiting brands, allowing us to delve into the latest innovations and proposals in the finishes and design products industry for architecture.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15th
12:00 – 12:20 PM. “Lighting Based on Well-being, Sustainability, and Innovation.” David Lorente Marzal, General Director of LAMP MexicoHave you ever wondered how lighting affects your mood and work performance? And how the lighting industry needs to transform to become more sustainable? We will discuss understanding lighting as a fundamental element to improve people’s well-being, analyzing both the visual and non-visual effects of light. We will also explain how to promote projects that create a positive impact on the environment and foster a more sustainable lighting industry. |
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12:30 – 12:50 PM. “Helvex Sustainable Products.”
Arq. Luis Alejandro Marquina, Specification Manager. |
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1:00 – 1:20 PM. “Creating to Leave a Mark.” Martha Virginia Gudiño.The discussion will cover the brand in general, its technologies in finishes and designs, and how the brand collaborates in various events. |
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1:30 – 1:50 PM. “Decorative Trends in Concrete: Building Emotions.”
Ing. Daniel Márquez Orozco, CEO. |
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2:00 – 2:20 PM. “Exterior Lighting.”
Federico José Suarez Pasquel, General Director.
We will discuss various strategies and techniques for achieving effective lighting, highlighting practical examples from projects we’ve been involved in, such as Zeraus, where we have tackled different challenges as lighting experts. We will conclude with the various solutions and emerging trends in lighting that are expected to bring about significant changes in the future. |
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2:30 – 2:50 PM. “EPD Certification: Transparency and Sustainability at Cesantoni.”
Zayra Jovita Avelar Llamas, Social Responsibility Coordinator.
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3:00 – 3:20 PM.”Real Construction Tile” Architect Ricardo Arrona, Chief Technical AdvisorHow to eliminate waste and optimize resources in installation. |
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3:30 – 3:50 PM. “Forced Draft Heaters in Vertical Housing: Safety and Functionality.”
David Jasso.
We will also address the critical design aspects to consider for the proper functioning of various technologies, covering multiple specialties such as civil works, hydraulic and sanitary installations, electrical systems, and ventilation. |
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4:00 – 4:20 PM.”Smart Lighting: Adjust the Environment to Your Needs with Crestron” Mario Oscar Martínez Márquez, RSM Crestron MexicoCrestron creates personalized environments with the SolarSync sensor, which measures natural outdoor light and adjusts indoor lighting to simulate it. This allows the simulation of the outdoor effect, adjusting the intensity and color temperature to influence circadian rhythms, create specific atmospheres to enhance customer experiences or assist in patient recovery, and customize lighting to accentuate spaces. The SolarSync sensor synchronizes indoor lighting with the outdoor environment, creating pleasant, personalized settings that support the lifestyle of clients. |
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5:00 – 5:20 PM. “From Concept to Reality: How BYMURA and LAMOSA Brought the POSDATA Project to Life.”
Arq. Lorena Gámez BYMURA and LAMOSA joined forces to create a unique concept in one of the most exclusive areas of San Pedro Garza García. |
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5:30 – 5:50 PM. “High-Performance Waterproofing Systems: IMPAC.”
Arq. Rubén Orozco Vázquez, Technical Trainer Impac.
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6:00 – 6:20 PM. “DEACERO Grates: Sustainable Technology.”
Barbara Treviño, Sales Executive for Solutions, and Paulina Terrazas, Manager of Relations at the Energy and Sustainability Department. Presentation of the DEACERO Grates and What Makes Them a Sustainable Solution for Your Projects |
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6:30 – 7:30 PM. Book Presentation: “FPAA 100 Years, Volume II.” |
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16th
12:00 – 12:20 PM.”Innovative Architecture: Sustainable Building with Glass and Digitalization in Facades.”
Alejandra Isabel Díaz Guerrero, Marketing Manager Explore how architectural glass has become a cornerstone of sustainable building. Discover the latest technologies that, along with digital tools, are transforming facade design into efficient and aesthetically innovative spaces. Learn how new technologies and digitalization not only enhance energy efficiency and comfort but also unlock unlimited possibilities for architectural creativity. |
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12:30 – 12:50 PM. “New Technologies in Architectural Coatings.”
Larissa Torres Discover our new launches, WETWALL and THINSCAPE—innovative coatings that will optimize and elevate your design proposals. WETWALL is a panel with Calacatta-style designs that is ultra-lightweight and easy to install. It is ideal for bathroom walls, resistant to direct water jets, and features antimicrobial properties. Designed to optimize installation time, it provides the appearance of full marble slabs on walls. THINSCAPE is a structural panel that simulates natural stones, featuring a solid ½-inch body that is water-resistant, impact-resistant, and durable. It is an excellent choice for kitchen countertops, bathroom surfaces, or table fabrication. |
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1:00 – 1:20 PM. “2024 Launches.”
Yazmin Karina Michel Casillas
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1:30 – 1:50 PM.”Trends in Architectural Lighting / Organic Architecture. The New Way to Illuminate Workspaces.” Manuel Macedo, Lighting DirectorThe latest lighting systems from FLOS – IHO will be explained, offering innovative solutions for architectural lighting. These systems provide cutting-edge ways to illuminate workspaces, aligning with trends in organic architecture and modern design. |
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2:00 – 2:20 PM. “Launches 2025.” Israel Guzmán González, Commercial Manager “Mexico Division”.
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3:00 – 3:20 PM. “Zero Environmental Impact in MAPEI Adhesives.”
Bárbara Ayub, Product Manager. |
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3:30 – 3:50 PM. “Control and Lighting: A Fundamental Part of an Efficient, Healthy, and Attractive Project.”
Arq. Jesús Morales and Ing. Diego Morales. We will discuss the dichotomy between a control and lighting project and its correlation between efficiency and comfort. We’ll explore the process of a project that involves design, sustainability, and efficiency, as well as the benefits it brings, ensuring added value, savings, and the satisfaction of the end user. |
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4:00 – 4:20 PM. “Lighting design and lighting trends.”
Ingeniero Alfonso Valadez, General Director.
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4:30 – 4:50 PM. “Innovation in building finishes.”
Joaquín Salazar Rodríguez, Saro Tech General Director, and Emmanuel Sanabria Ramos, Saro Tech Commercial Director. |
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5:00 – 5:20 PM. “Reliable and safe solutions for your construction projects.” Vanessa Marín Discover the solutions Coflex has for your projects. Coflex is the brand with the most comprehensive portfolio for construction, from rough work to finished work. |
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5:30 – 5:50 PM. “Trending textures: Chukum-style finishes.”
The goal is to guide you in exploring the solutions provided by COREV’s textures, especially as projects are increasingly influenced by the use of Chukum, a traditional material from the Yucatán Peninsula. We will present various techniques to achieve the effects requested by architects and designers. |
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6:00 – 6:20 PM. “Fleximatic anti-odor solutions.”
Victor Castro, Commercial Manager Fleximatic, a proudly Mexican brand and leader in the hardware sector with 40 years in the market, designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes plumbing products for the home. It offers innovative, high-quality products and is distributed in Mexico, Central America, and South America. Fleximatic addresses one of the most common household problems: the escape of unpleasant odors and insects from drains, an issue that worsens in the heat. As a result, it is the #1 brand in manufacturing zero-odor plumbing products that block the entry of odors, insects, and viruses from drains. |
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17th
12:00 – 12:20 PM. “Efficient Facades.”
Arq. Erika Ruiz, Thermal Insulation Systems Manager (TISM)
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12:30 – 12:50 PM. “The ABCs of a high quality solar luminaire.”
Carlos Ousset, Commercial Director and Gerardo Macías, North Sales.
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1:00 – 1:20 PM. “Ceramics: from functional to extraordinary.”
Ana Morán, Product Designer. Rediscover infinite horizons in ceramics, transcending the boundaries of convention with creativity and audacity. |
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1:30 – 1:50 PM. “Cosmopolite, we release silicon to the market.”
Egidio Motetta, ISQ México Commercial Director. Why do we no longer want silicon in technological stone? What is silicon and how does it affect health? We will explain what we at Stone Italiana are doing with COSMOLITE to rid the market of silicon and to further our commitment to sustainability and the environment. COSMOLITE meets the tangible market demand as a new ecological material of the highest quality that meets today’s environmental standards. |
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2:00 – 2:20 PM. “Hidden Tanks and Wall-Hung Toilets: A New Paradigm for the Bathroom.” Architect Guillermo HernándezIn this talk, we’ll explore how hidden tanks and wall-hung toilets are redefining the future of bathroom design. We’ll examine the key advantages over traditional systems and guide you on their proper implementation in your projects, helping you adopt this new paradigm in space design for each of your projects. |
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3:00 – 3:20PM. “Your space with ARCO Porcelain Coatings Architect Ricardo Arrona, Chief Technical AdvisorQuality, technology, and technical performance for your projects. |
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3:30 – 3:50 PM. “The revolution of decorative panels of mineral origin.”
Oliver Michalon. Fitwall®, a highly resistant and hard panel, is characterized by its natural aesthetics and for perfectly recreating volumes and textures of realistic designs, such as wood, concrete, terracotta and textiles. Designed for vertical wall cladding, furniture or commercial and residential equipment, they can also be installed on ceilings and horizontal cladding as non-functional decorative elements. |
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4:30 – 4:50 PM. “Who dictates trends?.”
Jonathan Eduardo Hernández Aparicio, Dissemination Department..
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5:00 – 5:20 PM. “Nanocal: An alternative in sustainable finishes.” Jesús Ocampo, Executive Director.Nanocal is a Mexican company that offers sustainable solutions for coatings and finishes based on calcium hydroxide, commonly known as lime putty. Its manufacturing uses minerals obtained locally in the State of Hidalgo and natural additives, without Portland cement or petroleum-derived chemicals. Nanocal products harden by losing water and absorbing CO2 from the environment, making them highly ecological and allowing the walls to breathe and be aseptic. Nanocal offers a wide variety of finishes and textures and a wide range of colors naturally pigmented with iron oxides, which integrate exceptionally well with contemporary construction, combining modernity and sustainability, and recovering millenary techniques. |
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5:30 – 5:50 PM. “Your Terraces to the Next Level.”
Since 1994, Bison Innovative Products has led the industry in the design and manufacture of versatile pedestals and tiles that offer the design flexibility to create unique and beautiful environments for your terraces. Our independently tested modular decking system allows for quick and easy installation without compromising aesthetics and design. |