As an avid AEC futurist, I frequently address the need to move from archaic construction methods to embrace all forms of construction technology. Enter Robots—perhaps the coolest technology of them all!  But can they help you?

A Robot That Parks My Car?

With an automated parking system, it is possible! An automated parking system is a mechanical system […]

Due to the challenges of the pandemic, the prices of construction materials are skyrocketing, and developers are trying to find safer and better ways to build. Back in a 2019 newsletter, I reported that construction costs had increased OVER 40% since 2013. While last year saw a less dramatic increase, the cost of construction continues to rise.

COVID-19 has made […]

The demand for suburban multifamily dwellings, along with the rising costs of materials, have motivated developers to look for ways to build more units at a cheaper cost. It’s time to consider your building density!

What is housing density? It’s the number of housing or dwelling units per acre of land. Different housing types require different densities, and […]

The high demand for multifamily buildings right now coincides with rising construction costs. What are some ways developers can mitigate the high cost of building? The answer might be in smartly sizing your units!

Developers want to build a great building with lots of amenities and large units, but at a certain point, all that extra space results in diminishing […]