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In this episode of the AI AEC show, host Aarni Heiskanen discusses the integration and challenges of AI in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry with Antti Ainamo, a keynote speaker and an associate professor at the University of Tartu. 

Antti shares his journey from a business background to AI research and explores three institutional pillars—regulative, normative, and cultural cognitive—that impact AI adoption in AEC. He emphasizes the necessity of balancing traditional and technological approaches and highlights the roles of business strategy, technology integration, and ecosystem evolution in driving industry transformation.

Antti underscores the importance of understanding user needs within the AEC industry. The adoption of AI should not be a top-down imposition of technology; rather, it should be a collaborative process that considers the perspectives of all stakeholders involved, including decision-makers and end-users such as construction workers, architects, and engineers. 

The discussion concludes with a preview of Antti's upcoming keynote at the AI in AEC conference.

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In this episode of the AI AEC Show, host Aarni Heiskanen welcomes Ajoy Bhattacharya, Director of Technology Strategy at Microsoft and keynote speaker at the upcoming InfraBIM Open 2025 conference. They discuss Microsoft's strategy for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, highlighting the transformative role of AI and innovation in construction. 

Ajay shares insights from his decade-long experience at Suffolk Construction, a leader in digital technologies. He emphasizes the importance of open standards and partnerships in shaping the future of digital technologies within the sector.

Microsoft's strategy in the AEC industry revolves around leveraging partnerships and integrating diverse digital tools to create a cohesive ecosystem. This approach aims to enhance efficiency and foster innovation within the sector.

Tune in for an engaging conversation on how to disrupt and change construction processes for the better.

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What if you could have a conversation with your construction management tool? In this episode of the AI AEC Show, we dive into how Buildots’ innovative AI assistant, Dot, is making that a reality.

Aarni Heiskanen interviews Amir Berman, the Director of Product Management at Buildots. They discuss the game-changing impact of AI on construction management and the capabilities of Dot.

Amir shares insights into Buildots’ mission to enhance business predictability and efficiency in the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making. 

Tune in to discover how Buildots is using innovative technology to help organizations navigate the complexities of construction.

The AI in AEC 2025 Conference
The world's first artificial intelligence conference series for the built environment continues on March 19-20, 2025. Come and meet the industry's AI experts on-site or virtually. Get your tickets now! Early Bird tickets are available until January 15, 2025. 

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In this episode of the AI AEC Show, host Aarni Heiskanen interviews Aaron Szymanski and Francesco Iorio, the visionary founders of Augmenta, to explore how generative AI is revolutionizing building design. Augmenta’s platform gives designers superpowers by automating complex workflows, doubling productivity, and enabling better, faster decision-making.

Discover the fascinating origin story of Augmenta, born from the intersection of industrial design frustration and cutting-edge AI research. 

Aaron and Francesco share how their backgrounds in manufacturing, design, and technology led them to tackle inefficiencies in the construction industry—starting with electrical raceway design. They reveal how their AI-powered tools save time and optimize designs for cost, sustainability, and constructability.

Listeners will gain insights into real-world applications, such as how Augmenta helped design an entire school’s electrical system in hours, not weeks. 

The conversation also delves into the future of construction, including multi-trade design integration, AI agents, and the role of design in driving sustainability and innovation.

Whether you’re a contractor, engineer, or innovator, this episode will leave you inspired by the possibilities of AI in transforming the way we design and build. 

Tune in to learn how Augmenta is reshaping the industry and giving construction professionals the tools to create smarter, better buildings.

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In this episode of the AI AEC Show, I interview Stjepan Mikulić, founder of AI in AEC and keynote speaker for the upcoming AI in AEC conference in Helsinki. Is AI a hype, or should the construction sector embrace it as the next significant technological innovation? Find out on the AI AEC Show.

The topics

Our discussion topics include

• Stjepan’s professional journey and what sparked his interest in AI within this industry.
• AI in AEC’s mission and focus
• The BIM AI Hub features over 1,400 AI tools for AEC. What insights has Stjepan gained from analyzing them?
• Some of the biggest misconceptions about AI in the AEC space
• The most significant opportunities for AEC firms to leverage AI today
• Key challenges companies face when adopting AI technologies
• Stjepan’s vision for the future of AI in AEC, both for the industry and yourself personally

You can connect with Stjepan on LinkedIn. Also, visit his website at aiinaec.com.

Experience Stjepan’s keynote and many other engaging presentations at the AE in AEC conference, held on March 19-20, 2025, in Helsinki and online. Early bird tickets are available until January 15, 2025.

About Stjepan

Stjepan is the founder of AI in AEC, a company that educates architects, engineers, and construction professionals in the practical use of AI. Although young, this company has gained clients in more than 60 countries across the entire globe! Before embarking on his solopreneur journey, Stjepan has worked as a Constructing Architect at Europe’s largest engineering practice Sweco, and as a Project BIM Lead in the world-renowned architectural studio BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group). Stjepan’s main piece of work is the world’s largest database of AI tools for the AEC industry, called the AEC AI Hub, accessible to everyone for free and recognized by more than 20k LinkedIn professionals.

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In this inaugural episode of the AI AEC Show, I sat down with Alexander De Ridder, a technology visionary and founder of SmythOS. We discuss AI agents and how they will change our everyday.

SmythOS is a platform that aims to revolutionize human-AI interaction by enabling seamless collaboration through AI agents. SmythOS was one of the first 40 companies to launch in the ChatGPT plugin store.

The platform allows users, from startup founders to rural teachers, to build sophisticated AI networks easily. SmythOS is committed to creating technology that enhances human creativity and purpose rather than replacing it.

Our topics include

• AI agents and multi-agents
• Collaborative intelligence and workflows
• Combining deterministic and non-deterministic systems
• SmithOS for collaborative teams
• Empowering users to create workflows
• AI agents’ marketing challenges
• The new agent-building experience
• AI agents’ transformative capabilities

You can connect with Alexander on LinkedIn and learn more about SmythOS on their website.