By Huw Roberts, AIA, CEO, Graphisoft

Huw Roberts

The Transformative Intersection of AI and AEC in 2024

In the latter half of 2023, the surge of interest in AI became a pivotal focal point, poised to evolve in influence throughout 2024 and beyond. (In the context of this article, we use the term ‘AI’ to discuss the diverse array of technologies and techniques rooted in machine learning.) In the AEC industry specifically, the current state of AI is most apparent in workflow tools and helpful automation, enhancing design, construction, sales, and marketing processes. As we kick off the new year, our thoughts turn to how AI could develop further and what needs to be in place to support a best-case scenario implementation of this powerful technology.

Empowering AEC Professionals with Emerging Tech

The overarching role of technology in the AEC sector has always aimed to empower professionals to achieve superior outcomes within the built environment. Combining AI with standardized technology like BIM is reshaping this trend, ushering in an era of enhanced efficiency, sustainability, functionality, and design capabilities. The historical evolution of BIM itself saw similar inflection points, growing from CAD as a documentation tool to a comprehensive system tied into analysis and visualization databases and maturing into empowering robust Digital Twins.
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