Construction
Rob McManamy
DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes

Yesterday, DEWALT, accompanied by Procore, announced their new WiFi Mesh, which promises to increase wireless connectivity on the jobsite. We talked to two DEWALT executives about the new product — here's what they had to say.

DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Data-driven design propelling collaboration

"Data-driven design" suggests an impersonal, robotic process that replaces human creativity with cold numbers. But at our latest BuildIdeas Breakfast, we learned from IBM Watson and Detroit Mercy Hospital that it can mean greater customer satisfaction.

Data-driven design propelling collaboration
Business
Rob McManamy
Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge

Despite wavering venture investment, the clean energy market is still growing from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Here, the annual Clean Energy Trust Challenge gives us a welcome opportunity to check in on multiple, vibrant efforts to implement power innovation.

Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge
Cities
Rob McManamy
Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations

If cities will yield the richest data upon which tomorrow's most consequential decisions will be based, then it is no surprise they were a recurring topic at last week's BuiltWorlds Summit. To see some of the actionable insights that were shared, read on.

Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

Just days after the former First Lady urged architects not to neglect inner cities, she and her husband came home to Chicago this week to reveal their vision for a $500-million community hub that they hope will reinvigorate a long-struggling community.   

Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

Pepper Construction

Leading Insights from Day Two of BW Summit 2017

Leading Insights from Day Two of BW Summit 2017

Our heads are filling up with all sorts of new ideas here on day two of BW Summit 2017. Check out this roundup of thought-provoking soundbites from just a few of the speakers sitting on our panels.

BW Summit nears, all-star speakers in place

BW Summit nears, all-star speakers in place

Those who attended our first annual summit last spring need no persuasion. But this year's iteration of our signature event, returning May 3-5, will be even more compelling. Read on to see who will be here, why you should join them, and how to make that happen.

The future of cost estimation, from BIM to VR and beyond

The future of cost estimation, from BIM to VR and beyond

Estimating is one of the most tedious and revision-heavy aspects of the construction process, but a few new solutions, including model-based estimating, VR, and generative design, offer potential ways to speed it up.

Preconstruction Q&A: AGC, Sinclair offer best practices

Preconstruction Q&A: AGC, Sinclair offer best practices

Jack-of-all-trades Tim Sinclair is the new chair of AGC's Specialty Contractors Council. We talked with him about the group's growth and what he sees as a healthy surge in collaborative pre-construction between general contractors and subs nationwide.

Jen Suerth pushing technology in construction

Jen Suerth pushing technology in construction

While other young girls were playing with Barbies, Jen Suerth was designing the dolls' homes. This VP of technical services at Pepper Construction has always had a passion for design and building, and, through her experiences, she's become passionate in technology, specifically when it comes to leveraging it for the industry. 

Trend Watch: Contractors hiring, trading tech talent

Trend Watch: Contractors hiring, trading tech talent

As firms gather in Las Vegas this week for the 98th annual AGC Convention, for the first time they can stay on for a one-day Technology Summit. That simple addition is just one more example of how tech staffing and leadership are gaining leverage.

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Top 16 BW News Stories of 2016

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Top 16 BW News Stories of 2016

When you're a startup, every year is precious. So, this week, we look back on a raucous year marked by notable tech advances, epic engineering feats, and urgent reminders of urban infrastructure needs.

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Top 10 BuiltWorlds Videos of 2016

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Top 10 BuiltWorlds Videos of 2016

In the last year, our original video series brought together the built environment’s most impactful firms and powerful thought leaders. As we wrap up 2016, we look back at the top 10 videos we produced.

Canstruction: AEC Rallies to Feed Hungry

Canstruction: AEC Rallies to Feed Hungry

How do companies like Gensler, Arup, and McShane Construction help fight hunger? By designing and building structures out of cans -- duh! While Canstruction is an international organization, BuiltWorlds reporter Alexis Chastain attended one of the regional events to find out more. 

7 Memorable Moments from the AGC-IT Forum

7 Memorable Moments from the AGC-IT Forum

See IT... Learn IT... Build IT... That was the simple, bottom-line theme of this year's 8th annual conference of the AGC-IT Forum, which returned to Chicago earlier this month. Here is our unscientific roundup of some highlights that resonated.

Chicago Hackathon peppered with good ideas

Chicago Hackathon peppered with good ideas

They came to BW from California, Florida, New Hampshire, Texas, Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, and quite likely, the future. Their mission? To improve the AEC industry in some tangible and lasting way. Read on to see how they did.

Countdown begins for BuiltWorlds' 2nd AEC Hackathon

Countdown begins for BuiltWorlds' 2nd AEC Hackathon

On Aug. 5, after stops in London, New York, Helsinki, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Seattle, Philadelphia, and later this month, Singapore, the AEC Hackathon will return to Chicago. Once again, BuiltWorlds will host this popular and productive event.

Wrigley Rehab Ready for Prime Time

Wrigley Rehab Ready for Prime Time

1060 West Addison. People of a certain age know that address from The Blues Brothers. Today, it is shorthand for the $575-million rebirth of beloved Wrigley Field. Tonight, as the project adapts to a new schedule, Cubs nation embraces the old feel of its new home.

ACE Mentors, Scouts Highlight Next-Gen Outreach

ACE Mentors, Scouts Highlight Next-Gen Outreach

It's never been easier to be cynical about life in these United States, but two construction industry events last week in Chicago reminds us of how promising and extraordinarily hopeful this day and age still is, both for this industry and our planet.

Multifamily High-Rise Boom Draws Crowd

Multifamily High-Rise Boom Draws Crowd

The Midwest's booming multifamily market will take center stage April 6 for a one-day real estate conference in Chicago. Last year, the city alone added 3,000 multifamily residential units, and another 5,000 are on tap for 2016. How long can this last?

WATCH: When 3D Laser Scanning Meets 3D Printing

WATCH: When 3D Laser Scanning Meets 3D Printing

When we launched our research division, it was no coincidence that we first covered 3D Laser scanning; a tech rapidly evolving and gaining a stronger foothold in the field. Inside, we exclusively present to you an expert presentation on the growing influence and potentials for this revolutionary tool. 

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WATCH: VR Shows Megabytes Translates to Mega Gains in Built Space

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WATCH: VR Shows Megabytes Translates to Mega Gains in Built Space

Back at our Engage event, George Matos and Kevin Bredeson showcased the many benefits of virtual and augmented reality in the pre-construction phase of a building's design...and having an incredible time doing so.

 

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