Stephen Drew sits down with Allister Lewis to break down the big changes happening in architecture today. From new software challenging Revit to the rise of AI across design, delivery and practice management, this episode gives a clear look at where the industry is heading.

Allister shares his journey from architect to tech leader and explains how BIM 2.0, generative tools and smarter workflows are changing the way studios work. If you are an architect in London or the UK and want to understand how to stay ahead, this conversation is packed with insight.

00:00 – Intro: AI, robots & the future of architecture
 01:36 – Meet Allister Lewis
 02:00 – Allister’s path from architect to BIM & technology leader
 05:33 – What practices really look like behind the scenes
 07:29 – BIM adoption in the UK and the rise of Revit specialists
 10:21 – The emergence of BIM 2.0
 10:53 – Generative design tools taking over feasibility work
 12:45 – Why choosing the right software matters
 15:03 – The “Wild West” of new architecture tech
 17:21 – The architecture tech landscape: AI, BIM, Viz, compliance & more
 19:10 – Software built on AI: what’s coming in 2026
 21:05 – Will AI replace architects? And how much will change?
 22:41 – What architects should focus on: relationships & communication
 25:10 – If design becomes faster, do architects earn less?
 27:47 – Who’s already building in‑house software?
 29:42 – Inside Allister’s massive software database (1,700+ tools)
 32:27 – The real problems inside architecture practices
 38:22 – How practices can fix their digital foundations
 41:30 – New job roles: BIM managers, computational designers, digital design leads
 44:06 – The rise of digital design leaders
 49:24 – AC Tech Jobs & software‑side careers
 51:38 – How architects can pivot into tech
 55:43 – The future of the industry: optimism or fear?
 57:58 – What architects must do to stay relevant
 01:03:09 – Should architects be building software too?
 01:07:05 – Where to find Allister Lewis online

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