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EP 57 | The Rise of Speckle w/ Dimitrie Stefanescu & Matteo Cominetti
In this video, we sit down with Dimitrie Stefanescu and Matteo Cominetti, the co-founders of Speckle, an open-source platform transforming data sharing and collaboration in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. We discuss what Speckle doe enabling seamless interoperability and real-time sharing of 3D design and BIM data across tools like Rhino, Revit, and Grasshopper while breaking down traditional data silos. Dimitrie and Matteo share their journey of starting Speckle as architects, the challenges they faced, and how they successfully scaled the company to secure their recent Series A funding.
EP 56 | The Global Investor in AEC Foundamental W/ Patric Hellermann
In this video, we sit down with Patric Hellermann, Founding Partner at Foundamental, a venture capital firm specializing in investments in the AEC-Tech sector. Join us as we break down what VC firms do, the types of businesses they seek to invest in, and expert tips on how to successfully raise capital from a VC investor.
EP 55 | YouTube, Architecture and Technology W/ Gediminas Kirdeikis
In this podcast we sit down with Gediminas Kirdeikis, a well known youTube in the architecture and technology space to talk about his journey as a content creator, teaching online and at university and his own architecture projects. He is also the Co-Founder of the Very Good Architecture Company and Course Coordinator and Lecturer at Lund University.
EP 53 | Steven Rubio x Show it Better | Oliver Uszkurat x UpStairs | YouTube for Architects
In this podcast we sit down with YouTube legends ends Oliver Uszkurat from UpStairs and Steven Rubio from Show it Better and we discuss youtube for Architects. Is YouTUbe an undervalued platform for architects? What does it take to start a channel and advice if you are thinking of starting your own channel.
EP 53 | Ismail Seleit | What is a LORA? and the future of training your own AI models.
In this podcast we sit down with Ismail Seleit a AI architectural designer working with LORAs and training his own models to harness the potential of stable and comfyUI. We discuss what even is a LORA and how are architects using them in practice.
EP 52 | The Future of Housing W/ FACIT Homes Founder Bruce Bell
In this podcast we sit down with Bruce Bell the Founder & CEO of FACIT Homes to talk about the work they have been doing building sustainable homes in the UK. FACIT has taken an unique approach to building homes by embracing technology and digitising as much as the design to build process as possible. They have pioneered their Mobile Micro Factory approach by bringing manufacturing to the construction site with machinery in containers, true BIM to Manufacture approach and their unique building system and components known as the FACIT Chassis. We cover all these topics as well as the wider landscape of housing in the UK and what the future holds for FACIT as they scale up their technology, building system and machinery with their new collaboration with Tharsus.
EP 51 | Beta Realities | Paul Clemens Bart
In this podcast we sit down with Paul Clemens Bart, the managing partner at Beta Realities and co-founder of Urban Beta / BetaPort Systems. We talk about Beta Realities and its sister companies, their recent project Collective parts that just won the ICON Initiative 99 competition to design and print affordable homes and their wider outlook to their emerging practice.
EP 50 | The AI-vengers | The Future of AI in AEC | Will Garner, Tim Fu & Diego Castro
In this milestone 50th episode, we unite the AI-vengers: Will Garner, Tim Fu, and Diego Castro, for an discussion on their incredible journey in the world of Artificial Intelligence over the past few years. This episode is a deep dive into the current state of AI within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry and explores how AI is poised to revolutionize our future. Join us as we explore the milestones, challenges, and predictions for the impact of AI on the AEC sector.
#49 Immersive Design with Heatherwick Specialist Silvia Rueda
Join us as we delve into the subject of immersive design with Silvia Rueda of Heatherwick Studios. In this episode we cover the rise of twinmotion and unreal and how these are utilized in the design process within Heatherwick Studio. We also cover Silvias path to becoming an immersive media specialist and her involvement in the Unreal Fellowship. Finally, hear about Silvias upcoming ATN Twinmotion Masterclass where you can learn everything you need to know about Twinmotion!
#48 The intersection of Computational Design and AI W/ Arturo Tedeschi
Join us as we delve deeper into the world of AI with Arturo Tedeschi, a prominent figure in the evolution of Parametric Design. Renowned as both an innovative designer and educator, Arturo now emerges as a pioneering force in the emerging field of AI, bridging the gap between AI and Computational Design. In this discussion, we explore the parallels between the Parametric era and the current AI landscape, uncover how Arturo integrates AI into his design methodology, and discuss his vision for the future.
#47 AI Architecture Revolution with LookX.ai founder Wanyu He
Join us to continue the discussion on the rise of AI Architecture with founder of LookXai Wanyu He. Wanyu has been a pioneer of AI within the AEC industry, working wihtin the field since 2016. During this talk we discuss Wanyu's work with AI and founding LookXai as well as a wider discussion of the impact of AI on the AEC industry.
#46 NVIDIA Omniverse W/ Cobus Bothma
Join us to discuss the future of NVIDIA and their Omniverse with Cobus Botma. during this disucssion we cover what the Omniverse is and why it has potential to disrupt the AEC space and a industrial metaverse. We also touch on NVIDIA's involvment in the AI space as one of the few compeines that is working with all the AI companies.
#45 Into the Metaverse with Mariana Cabugueira from Wilder World
oin us to discuss with the one and only Mariana Cabugueira and her transition from designing at Zaha for the physical world to Designing for Wilder World in the Metaverse. How has this affected her design process, what opportunities does the metaverse present for architects and most importantly is the metaverse dead or just getting started!
#44 AI in Architecture: Disrupting the AEC Industry with Tim Fu
In our ongoing dialogue about the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on architects and the entire AEC industry, we converse with the rising AI Architect, Tim Fu. He shares insightful details on how he incorporates AI tools into his unique design methodology and the same in the prestigious Zaha Hadid Architects. We explore the broader implications AI could have on the future roles of architects. Furthermore, we delve into the significance of social media in the sphere of AI imagery, spotlighting Tim's remarkable Instagram growth.
#43 Lets talk Blender W/ Dimitar Pouchnikov
Join the Archi-Tech Network to talk about Blender with Dimitar Pouchnikov AKA the Blender guy! Dimitar is Found of UH Studio and Design and teaches Blender online via a number of different platforms. We will talk about how Blender seem to be one of the most interesting emerging modeling platforms we see, it has powerful geometry nodes and is also open source
#42 Space Architecture & 3D Printing w/ Melodie Yashar
Join the Archi-Tech Network to talk about the future of space architecture and 3D printing with ICONS Melodie Yashar. We discuss how Melodie got to specialize in Space Architecture and how the development of 3D printing is intrinsically linked to building off planet. We also discuss the collaboration between NASA, ICON and BIG in their projects on Eath, the Moon and Mars!
#41 The Future of BIM W/ Håvard Vasshaug
Join the Archi-Tech Network to talk about the future of BIM, where we stand now, the failed promise of BIM and what's around the corner for BIM. Talking with Håvard Vasshaug Founder of Reope and Anker, Co-Found of the Bad Monkeys and Design Technology Manager.
#40 Eco Parametrics w/ Arthur Mamou-Mani
Join the Archi-Tech Network to talk about Eco-Parametrics with Architect Arthur Mamou-Mani. We delve into where Ecoparametrics comes from and how its integrated into his work. The relationshi and influence of burning man to his practice and teaching, the future of digital fabrication such as 3D printing. And finally touching on his entrepreneurial outlook as an architect and how he manages running multiple businesses whilst also teaching.
#39 The Convergence of Technology Disrupting the Visualization Industry and Far Beyond W/ Jan Bunge
Join the Archi-Tech Network and guest Jan Bunge to talk about the Convergence of Technology currently disrupting the Visualization industry and its precursor to disrupting the AEC industry. We also discuss Jan's paper "Feeding The Machines of Loving Grace" where he discusses the challenges and disruption of emerging technologies the AEC industry is facing.
#38 Artificial Intelligence Architecture (Dalle, Midjourney and Stable) with Will Garner
Join the Archi-Tech Network and guest Will Garner to discuss the rise of Artificial Intelligence in Architecture. With particular emphasis on the emergence of image generation using Dalle, MidJourney and Stable. How will this effect Architecture design and architectural practice?
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