BuiltWorlds

How data powers the energy of our resilient cities | BuiltWorlds 2017 Summit

How data powers the energy of our resilient cities | BuiltWorlds 2017 Summit

An understanding of how cities and buildings can use energy efficiently will support resilient and intelligent cities. The long term cost and sustainability of the means by which energy is produced is also a critical aspect of this equation. Watch as we explore these questions as well as the unique challenges of constructing new sources of energy and the broader policies that facilitate those investments.

How architect Francine Houben combines environment, function, and usability in building design

How architect Francine Houben combines environment, function, and usability in building design

This episode of BW Sessions is presented in collaboration with The Chicago Architecture Foundation and explores the architectural practice of Mecanoo through the perspective of the firm’s founder, Francine Houben. Although widely known in The Netherlands and Europe for buildings focused on people, place, and purpose, Mecanoo is only just beginning to gain increasing recognition in the United States for their work on projects such as the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building in Boston and the renovation of the Mies van der Rohe-designed Martin Luther King, Jr. Library in Washington, D.C. "Architecture must appeal to all the senses,” Houben says

CAT Investing with Startup Partners at SXSW and NASA | Venture: CAT Ventures

CAT Investing with Startup Partners at SXSW and NASA | Venture: CAT Ventures

On today’s episode, we’re joined by a special host, Matt Gray, as he spends some time with Brian Lowry, Transaction Manager at Strategic Investments at Caterpillar Ventures. Their conversation in the BuiltWorlds studio covered a wide range of topics. Lessons learned from the automotive industry to leveraging the digital tools available making the jobsite a more efficient place to work and even a partnership between NASA and Caterpillar (CAT).

Designing a Building for the Next Generation of Artists | Project Innovation: Gordon Parks Arts Hall

Designing a Building for the Next Generation of Artists | Project Innovation: Gordon Parks Arts Hall

In 2015, construction finished on the 90k sq. ft Gordon Parks Arts Hall educational center. After receiving generous donations from filmmaker and philanthropist George Lucas, Mellody Hobsen, and the Earl Shapiro family totaling over $82 million, classes began at the facility which blends multiple scholastic disciplines into its teaching curriculum. Aiming to produce only the brightest future engineers, architects, and artists, this projects was realized by General Contractor Lendlease and Main Architect Valerio Dewalt Train Associates.

Rethinking a Centuries-Old Material: Concrete | Lightbulb

Rethinking a Centuries-Old Material: Concrete | Lightbulb

In our pilot episode of Lightbulb, we shine the light on a building material that's been around for centuries — concrete. Ripe for innovation, the #1 most-used building material is changing, not only with its composition but also in the places it's being used. Experts from Lithko Contracting, a concrete contractor, and Ozinga Bros., a ready-mix manufacturer, give us the scoop on what's new and improved in this age-old material.

The Will Group & GE Make 150,000 LEDs for Chicago | Yard & Shop

The Will Group & GE Make 150,000 LEDs for Chicago | Yard & Shop

In this episode of Yard & Shop, we visit The Will Group's lighting fabrication shop, where they show us how they're building and assembling 150,000+ LED lights in partnership with General Electric (GE).

How New Tech Is Improving Crane Safety (with OSHA + La Grange Crane) | Safe Insight

How New Tech Is Improving Crane Safety (with OSHA + La Grange Crane) | Safe Insight

On this episode of Safe Insight, we looked at the important, yet dangerous, world of crane safety. Tour La Grange Crane with us to learn about the training, software, and tech innovations that have improved planning and crane performance on construction jobsites.

Software Solutions for Construction Contractors | All Hands on Tech

Software Solutions for Construction Contractors | All Hands on Tech

With so many different software options available in the construction field today, it can be difficult choosing which solutions is the best fit for your company. On this episode of All Hands on Tech, our expert panel discusses the current software landscape in the field and what solutions are coming in the near future. 

$120M Project to Redevelop the Chicago Riverwalk | Project Innovation: Chicago Riverwalk

$120M Project to Redevelop the Chicago Riverwalk | Project Innovation: Chicago Riverwalk

On this episode of Project Innovation, we explore the ongoing redevelopment of the iconic Chicago Riverwalk. We talked to the project stakeholders to understand what made the construction of this 15-year, $200 million project challenging and what contributed to its success. 

Upgrading Our Lighting Infrastructure to LED | SmartWorlds

Upgrading Our Lighting Infrastructure to LED | SmartWorlds

On this episode of SmartWorlds, we delve inside the city of Chicago's efforts to upgrade their lighting infrastructure to LED technology. Speaking to several key players, we tackled this initiative from financing, to design to manufacturing.

Innovative Architecture Design with Award-Winning Design-Build Firm | CannonDesign

Innovative Architecture Design with Award-Winning Design-Build Firm | CannonDesign

On this BW Session, we took a look at the Chicago office of CannonDesign. They're an integrated global design firm that unites a dynamic team of architects, engineers, strategists, researchers, futurists, and industry specialists who are driven by a singular goal — to help solve the greatest challenges brought to them by the society and their clients.

Construction GPS Tracking and Fleet Telematics Platform | Unboxed: Digital Fleet

Construction GPS Tracking and Fleet Telematics Platform | Unboxed: Digital Fleet

On this episode of Unboxed, Tim Muenstermann, president of Digital Fleet, provides an extensive demo of their company's GPS tracking and fleet telematics platform. Check out the customizable workflows and integration with operational systems especially made for the construction materials and ready-mix concrete industries. 

Deconstructing Construction Materials for Reuse | SmartWorlds - Wasted Markets

Deconstructing Construction Materials for Reuse | SmartWorlds - Wasted Markets

On this episode on SmartWorlds, we look into the large waste and building material reuse problem in our built environment. The building industry in the United States is responsible for an estimated 350 million tons of construction debris flowing into landfills per year. Archeworks, a design school based in Chicago, is leading the charge to expand the building material reuse marketplace. Through a collaboration with the Cook County Department of Environmental Control, the Building Material Reuse Association, the ReBuilding Exchange, and leading design firms, this intensive research and design project explores the barriers and opportunities for reuse that exist in current design culture and public policy, and proposes expanding the reuse economy by re-envisioning architectural practice and the built environment. This episode features a panel discussion with the key players leading this sustainable approach. 

How Virtual Reality is Radically Changing Architecture and Design | IrisVR - All Hands on Tech

How Virtual Reality is Radically Changing Architecture and Design | IrisVR - All Hands on Tech

CEO and Co-founder of IrisVR, Shane Scranton recently stopped by the BuiltWorlds studio for a demo and a chat about how their new products allow clients to take their 3D plans and blueprints and turn them into Virtual Reality experiences seen on devices like Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Samsung GearVR, and Google Cardboard.

How Data Improves Results for Leasing and Asset Management | Tech In Real Estate

How Data Improves Results for Leasing and Asset Management | Tech In Real Estate

In this episode of Technology in Real Estate, we explore how the role of data has positively influenced and improved results for leasing and asset management. In the first segment: - Cartofront - Realync Learn how brokers navigate an extensive amount of mined data and how they leverage real-time cloud-based video to provide virtual tours for their clients.

The Easy Way to Manage Construction Lien Rights: Zlien | BW Sessions

The Easy Way to Manage Construction Lien Rights: Zlien | BW Sessions

Getting paid in the construction industry can be challenging, but one company's trying to make managing lien rights easy and painless. Watch as Martin Roth from zlien talks about building trust across owners and contractors and improving risk for all parties involved.

TYNTK: Hilton Develops Modular Hotels, LEED Building Software in Beta Testing

TYNTK: Hilton Develops Modular Hotels, LEED Building Software in Beta Testing

On this week's Things You Need to Know, we take a look a new software program that allows owners to see the cost benefit of constructing LEED certified buildings, Hilton's modular hotels in Ghana, and more! 

Google+ Google+