Concrete Futures: Next Generation Concrete

Photo credits: Cordek Ltd, Canary Wharf Group, Hollaway Studio & Holcim

The use and manufacture of concrete is evolving, with numerous new technologies, and designs in development. This in person Concrete Futures event showcased innovation and case studies representing new developments in concrete and design. The evening featured talks from leading innovators in architecture, structural design and concrete technology, including:

• Alex Richards, Hollaway Studio and Ollie Wildman, Ramboll who will share their experience of designing, developing and delivering the Folkestone Skatepark, an impressive curved visual concrete structure in the heart of Folkestone, that aims to promote generational regeneration and was the first purpose built multi-storey skatepark in the world.

After the talks, the shortlist was announced and awards presented to the winners of The Concrete Centre’s 2025 Student Design and Sustainability Competition, sponsored by Cordek Ltd.