In the second week of Member Appreciation Month, we’re featuring RWDI, a leading global climate and performance engineering consultancy that has been a Council member since 1986. Offering a unique combination of world-class services, ranging from wind engineering and building motion solutions to acoustics, climate resilience, sustainability consulting, and more. 

Their impressive portfolio boasts participating on 16 of the world’s current top 20 tallest buildings and include award-winning projects such as: Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur (CTBUH 2024 Structure Award of Excellence), Burj Khalifa in Dubai (CTBUH 2020 10-Year Award, Winner), Shanghai Tower in Shanghai (CTBUH 2016 Best Tall Building, Worldwide), 8 Bishopsgate in London (CTBUH 2024 Best Tall Building, Europe, Winner) and One World Trade Center in New York City (CTBUH 2024 10-Year Award, Winner).

Bringing Visions to Life

Each year, designs continue to push boundaries. Skyscrapers and supertalls pose new challenges with one-of-a-kind shapes, increasing heights, and unique architectural features requiring innovative solutions to ensure structural integrity.

RWDI brings solutions with proven experience and expertise. Using advanced engineering analysis and solutions in wind dynamics, damping, and environmental challenges, the team ensures that buildings of every height, from the tallest, most iconic buildings to those championing new methods in structure and sustainable practices, are stable and perform exceptionally in their local environment. 

_{Wind tunnel testing with RWDI for the Shanghai Tower.}

Holistic Engineering Solutions

RWDI’s holistic suite of climate and performance engineering services helps ensure every aspect of tall building projects is being addressed, from the early design phase and compliance validation through to construction and commissioning. 

Dedicated to harmonizing the built and natural environments, RWDI ensures structures not only withstand the challenges posed by changing climates but also perform optimally in terms of energy use, occupant comfort, and environmental impact. RWDI is committed to pioneering new technologies and methodologies, which they then operationalize in their consulting practice. Through RWDI Ventures and Motioneering, RWDI is able to maximize and expand the impact of their innovations in the market. 

Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur. Image courtesy RWDI.

Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur. Image courtesy RWDI.

Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Image courtesy RWDI.

Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Image courtesy RWDI.

Lotte World Tower, Seoul. Image courtesy RWDI.

Lotte World Tower, Seoul. Image courtesy RWDI.

Shanghai Tower. Image courtesy RWDI

Shanghai Tower. Image courtesy RWDI

Ping An Finance Center in Shenzhen. Image courtesy RWDI.

Ping An Finance Center in Shenzhen. Image courtesy RWDI.

With a rich 50-year history of tackling complex engineering challenges, RWDI employs a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and sustainability specialists across more than 30 offices in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. Their deep technical expertise in environmental, wind engineering, among others, has driven success on tens of thousands of buildings, infrastructure, and industry projects worldwide.

Current CTBUH Leaders:  

Anton Davies, Founding Partner, Toronto | CTBUH Toronto Chapter, Board Member 
Xiangdong Du, Technical Director, Shanghai | Expert Chinese Translation Committee
Duncan Phillips, Principal, Ontario | CTBUH Working Group: MEP | CTBUH MEP Systems Committee, Member
Sihan Li, Senior Specialist, Guelph | CTBUH Height and Data Committee, Member

CTBUH Designated Experts:

Justin Downey, Strategic Director & Principal, New York City
Sudeesh Kalavenkataraman, Vice President, Asia Pacific & Principal, Singapore
John Kilpatrick, Wind Engineering Practice Leader & Principal, Toronto
Bujar Morava, Senior Technical Director & Principal, Toronto
Ender Ozkan, Vice President, UK and Europe, London
Chiara Pozzuoli, Regional Manager of Europe, Milan

Learn more about RWDI here.