Building Transformations will hold the Future of Design & Construction, exploring the role of emerging technologies and digital transformation in reshaping the future of cities and infrastructure, at Arizona State University from 29-30 May.
The two-day, in-person event will examine topics including:
- Discovering new offsite solutions and Modern Methods of Construction.
- Emerging design and construction tech that reduces cost and boost productivity.
- Strategies for designing and delivering sustainable, energy-efficient, high performing buildings.
- The impact of AI, automation and robotics for building design and construction.
- Rethink contracts and risk for improved collaboration with your industry experts and policymakers.
There will also be a number of local project site walks and a technology exhibition trade show featuring start-ups and tech firms.
Event participants include Balfour Beatty, Hexagon, Autodesk, DroneDeploy and Digital Building Components.
Day one: Project site walks
Day one will feature a number of local project site walks showcasing the use of emerging technology and digital transformation in reshaping design and construction.
They will include visits to the Nox Innovations Facility, which provides virtual design and construction services for contractors; the first cross-laminated timber office building in Arizona, the Beam on Farmer by Mortensen; and Del E Webb School of Construction at Arizona State University.
Day two: Exhibition, executive presentations and panel discussions
The second day opens with the Building Transformations Technology Exhibition, showcasing the latest advances in design and construction tech.
There will also be a number of presentations and panel discussions covering the role and emergence of AI, digital twins, robotics, net zero, and more.
Dr Johnny Fortune, director of the US national BIM programme at the National Institute of Building Sciences, will discuss A Standardised Approach to Smart Cities: Lessons from the Built Environment.
Marc Goldman and Micah Callough of ESRI will explore the future of design and construction; Shaun Mahoney of OAC Services will look at adapting the design and construction process for future needs; and Sandra Benson of Procore Technologies will present on Design-Build Meets AI.
In addition, Mark Cichy of HOK, Sean Young of NVIDIA, Janne Aas-Jakobsen, founder of data-driven engineering for a sustainable future society, and Mike Morley of Arcurve will hold panel discussion looking at Opportunities for Engaging AI in Design & Construction.
