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

Oculus Rift

Designing the Future with IrisVR

Designing the Future with IrisVR

As our reality becomes more virtual and increasingly augmented, we spoke to both Shane Scranton and Nate Beatty for a deeper dive into how IrisVR is playing an integral role in that transition with their real-time 3D optimization engine and suite of software.  

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For Real: Architect Goes Virtual to Bolster Youth Outreach

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For Real: Architect Goes Virtual to Bolster Youth Outreach

As part of an elaborate fundraising vehicle, Studio Talo Architecture in Evanston IL this fall has visitors and prospective investors salivating over the do-gooding possibilities inherent in 3D BIM modeling, John Gregerson reports.

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The Evolution of Wearables for the AEC, Part 2

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The Evolution of Wearables for the AEC, Part 2

The next installment of James Benham's guide to wearable technology for the AEC industry. Here, the man also known as 'JBKnowledge' picks up where he left off and highlights the coolest devices soon to have an impact.

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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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Gaming + visualization: Sharing tools, creating experiences

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Gaming + visualization: Sharing tools, creating experiences

As video games have evolved, the tools used to create them have advanced rapidly to mimic reality. Such visualization through game technology can now help designers serve clients better, say two Gensler designers.

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Fab 50 VR options for the AEC space

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Fab 50 VR options for the AEC space

VR has come a long way from its novelty days in shopping malls 20 years ago. Flash forward to today where vendors are flooding the AEC industry with a smorgasbord of VR options. Here, VIATechnik takes a snap shot of current options to help us all keep track.

 

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Finding harmony in project information, integration

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Finding harmony in project information, integration

BIM and IPD are two peas in the AEC pod that don't always work together harmoniously. Last week, BuiltWorlds had the chance to host Chicago's monthly meeting of BIM/IPD experts. Bottom line: the future looks bright.

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7 Things We Learned @ the AEC Hackathon

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7 Things We Learned @ the AEC Hackathon

BuiltWorlds hosted the first ever Chicago AEC Hackathon over the weekend.  With so many brilliant minds inside our West Loop offices, it was the opportune time to take our brain to the gym.  Here are seven things we learned from the weekend that was.

'DEMO NIGHT' will rock your world!

'DEMO NIGHT' will rock your world!

Experts from across the design & construction world are bringing their latest toys to BW next week, showcasing augmented reality, virtual reality, sensor technology, laser scanning, and 3D printing. Will you be here?

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