Join Daniel Small, "The Engineerovator," as we dissect the roadblocks that are slowing the growth of offsite construction in the United States. Daniel, an Engineer, MBA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and Founder & CEO of Da Vinci Consulting, helps us understand the history of the segment and what he believes to be its biggest Achilles' heel: Lingering process inefficiency. Although much better than on-site construction, most offsite factories are still operating well below their potential by not implementing the proven manufacturing principles of Lean and process optimization. A must-listen for anyone operating an offsite factory or prefab shop! For help streamlining your offsite construction process, contact Daniel at [email protected] or 719-321-1953. For more information and Lean offsite resources, including a free ebook, visit www.LeanOffsite.com or www.DaVinciInno.com.

Jon Sibley, Founder and CEO of TrueBuilt, joins us for episode 312 of Art of Construction.

TrueBuilt is a venture backed startup currently building nextgen pre-construction software using all the latest technology in artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning.

Join Jon and Devon as they discuss the origin of AI and NLP, what these terms mean, the difference between Artificial Intelligence and Augmented intelligence, what it would mean to utilize ChatGPT for construction specifically, and how TrueBuilt plans to use this technology to revolutionize the pre-con process.

Stay up to date by visiting truebuiltsoftware.com.

Laura Hanyok, Senior VDC Coordinator, BIM Process Manager at Clancy & Theys Construction Company, joins us for episode 311 of Art of Construction and the third episode in our series leading up to Digital Built Week Americas 2023.

Join Devon and Laura as they discuss how she standardizes the BIM process for Clancy & Theys, the process of creating a federated model and what that is, how a GC works with the trades in virtual design and construction, and insights into how we can work together to overcome struggles in technology adoption in construction. 

Digital Built Week Americas 2023 will take place June 15 - 17 in Dallas. Visit here to learn more and register today!

Steve Burows and Gon Zifroni, Co-Founders of Aera, join us for episode 310 of Art of Construction.

The term ‘The American Dream’ originated less than 100 years ago in 1931.

It was coined by James Truslow Adams who described it as "that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement." Homeownership and education are often seen as primary pathway to achieving the American dream. However, the American Dream is on life support, and yes, it’s critical.

Peace of mind, happiness, and pride to live in a place you created via democratized architecture is what Aera is bringing to everyone. Their mission is to allow people to build wealth but also a place to call home. That’s the American Dream.

Join Devon, Steve and Gon as they discuss the origins of Aera, why single family homes have drifted so far away from what is actually needed by consumers, how we can fix the supply chain and lower material costs for homeowners, and what it means to democratize architecture.

If you want to take control of your real estate destiny, then the first step is simple. Sign up so that Aera can begin to help you create a place to call home.

Johnny Fortune, BIM Program Director at the National Institute of Building Sciences, joins us for episode 309 of Art of Construction and the second episode in our series leading up to Digital Built Week 2023.

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that supports advances in building science and technology. They were established by the U.S. Congress in 1974. They bring together experts from throughout the building industry, design, architecture, construction, and government, and lead conversations to ensure our buildings and communities remain safe. In 2021 NIBS launched their national BIM program in an effort to standardize BIM and data processes throughout the building industry in the United States.

Digital Built Week Americas 2023 will take place June 15 - 17 in Dallas. Visit here to learn more and register today!

Michael Kershner, Founder and President of Sales and Marketing at ILC Studios, joins us for episode 308 of Art of Construction.

ILC is changing the way our industry designs and procures lighting by leveraging design expertise, technology and common sense, delivering a more efficient, streamlined process. Their Design-Procure-Deliver method combines your lighting vision, budget, timeline and resources into one comprehensive contract.

Join Devon and Michael as they discuss his journey into lighting, how ILC Studios combines design and procurement into one comprehensive process, the role generative design can play in AEC, and why it is fundamental for construction to invest in developing good processes before we can properly apply technology.

Learn more at ilcstudios.com.

Marcello Sgambelluri, Author of Dynamo and Grasshopper for Revit Cheat Sheet Reference Manual, joins us for episode 307 of Art of Construction and the first episode in our series leading up to Digital Built Week 2023. 

Marcello is internationally recognized as one of the top BIM leaders and contributors to the education and implementation of BIM technology in the building industry. 

Join Devon and Marcello as they discuss the origins and uses of Dynamo and Grasshopper, why builders should care and know about these tools, Marcello's vision for moving from real-time rendering into real-time interactivity, and much more.

Digital Built Week Americas 2023 will take place June 15 - 17 in Dallas. Visit here to learn more and register today!

Stephanie Lin, Senior Director and Global Head of Business Strategy at Matterport, joins us for episode 306 of Art of Construction.

Matterport is the leading spatial data company focused on digitizing and indexing the built world. Their all-in-one 3D data platform enables anyone to turn a space into an accurate and immersive digital twin which can be used to design, build, operate, promote, and understand any space.

Join Devon and Stephanie as they discuss Matterport's journey into serving the AEC industry, the advancements in photogrammetry and lidar scanning that their cameras utilize, how Matterport improves and streamlines the construction project lifecycle, their newest integrations with Autodesk, and how Matterport represents a change in the way we do things towards higher degrees of collaboration, transparency, and efficiency.

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Jenni Nichols, Vice President of DesignLens at John Burns Research and Consulting, joins us for episode 305 of Art of Construction.

John Burns Research and Consulting provides independent research and consulting services related to the US housing industry. Backed by their deep-dive research and supported by experts across the nation, the New Home Trends Institute pairs design inspiration with exclusive insights into the “why” behind consumers’ housing choices.

Join Jenni, Devon and many more April 25th - 27th at the Housing Innovation Summit in Denver, which includes up to 300 of the industry’s most forward-thinking and collaborative leaders. The Housing Innovation Alliance will be co-hosting this year’s event with the University of Denver on their campus – featuring insights from seasoned industry experts, next-generation leaders and startups.

Learn more and register at housinginnovationsummit.com

Betsy Scott, Executive Director of Programs + Engagement at Housing Innovation Alliance, joins us for episode 304 of Art of Construction.

The mission of the Housing Innovation Alliance is to prioritize opportunities for innovation and connect key players who will create a better housing industry. By becoming a part of the Housing Innovation Alliance, you’re connecting with the best and brightest who are striving to make housing more attainable and your business more successful. The Alliance is where the entire production building industry meets to make things happen.

Join us April 25th - 27th at the Housing Innovation Summit in Denver, which includes up to 300 of the industry’s most forward-thinking and collaborative leaders. The Alliance will be co-hosting this year’s event with the University of Denver on their campus – featuring insights from seasoned industry experts, next-generation leaders and startups.

Learn more and register at housinginnovationsummit.com