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Matt Wash and Konrad Sobon join the podcast to talk about their personal journeys and evolving roles within Bimbeats, how firms handle challenges around communication, training, and accountability, the importance of understanding a company's "digital footprint" for decision-making and transformation, and their insights on using data to boost productivity and business performance.To learn more about Matt Wash and Konrad Sobon, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/179To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co______Episode Sponsors:ArcolArcol is a building design tool that brings architects and teams together — purpose built to simplify feasibility, collaboration and your entire design workflow.Save time, improve client collaboration, and focus on what you do best—designing.To see how firms like THW, Corgan and GWWO are using Arcol, book time with the team at arcol.io/trxl.AVAILAVAIL's content management system (CMS) simplifies access to your firm's content in one easy-to-use platform. Search and access files from anywhere, create standards-compliant models, streamline documentation, and onboard new hires faster. Try AVAIL for free and request a demo at getavail.com.Confluence Events & PodcastJoin AEC industry technology leaders at Confluence, a series of in-person events and a podcast fostering conversations between firms and tech companies to support innovation. Learn more, explore upcoming events, and listen to podcast episodes at confluence.getavail.com.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Matt Cooper joins the podcast to talk about unlocking efficiency in firm operations. We explore the challenges and opportunities within the architecture industry, primarily on the operational side, highlighting the underserved nature of firm management technology. Matt's relatively fresh "outside the silo" perspective proves valuable when applied to AEC as we discuss the advantages of tracking project data accurately and making strategic business decisions. To learn more about Matt Cooper, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/178To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co_____Episode Sponsors:AVAILAVAIL's content management system (CMS) simplifies access to your firm's content in one easy-to-use platform. Search and access files from anywhere, create standards-compliant models, streamline documentation, and onboard new hires faster. Try AVAIL for free and request a demo at getavail.com.Confluence Events & PodcastJoin AEC industry technology leaders at Confluence, a series of in-person events and a podcast fostering conversations between firms and tech companies to support innovation. Learn more, explore upcoming events, and listen to podcast episodes at confluence.getavail.com.ArcolArcol is a building design tool that brings architects and teams together — purpose built to simplify feasibility, collaboration and your entire design workflow.Save time, improve client collaboration, and focus on what you do best—designing.To see how firms like THW, Corgan and GWWO are using Arcol, book time with the team at arcol.io/trxl.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Kristen Forward joins the podcast to talk about her trajectory from computational design to leading emerging technology initiatives, particularly focusing on AI implementation and digital transformation in architecture.Key highlights from our conversation include NBBJ's innovative approach to integrating emerging technologies and applied research, including their practice-embedded digital team structure; the importance of human-centered technology adoption and how NBBJ ensures team members maintain agency while embracing new tools; the role of design futures thinking and strategic foresight in shaping architectural practice; and we explore the intersection of traditional architecture and emerging technologies, offering insights into how firms can proactively shape their future while maintaining their core mission of creating impactful physical spaces.To learn more about Kristen Forward, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/177To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co_____Episode Sponsors:AVAILAVAIL's content management system (CMS) simplifies access to your firm's content in one easy-to-use platform. Search and access files from anywhere, create standards-compliant models, streamline documentation, and onboard new hires faster. Try AVAIL for free and request a demo at getavail.com.Confluence Events & PodcastJoin AEC industry technology leaders at Confluence, a series of in-person events and a podcast fostering conversations between firms and tech companies to support innovation. Learn more, explore upcoming events, and listen to podcast episodes at confluence.getavail.com.TRXL+ MembershipThis episode of TRXL is brought to you by TRXL+ members! Join our community of supporters to get exclusive benefits like ad-free episodes and our AEC Leadership Edge newsletter. Your support keeps these valuable conversations going. Click here to learn more and become a member today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

In this special Campfire Series episode, Scott Davidson joins the podcast to tell us the incredible origin story of Rhino. What began as a simple AutoCAD plugin in the early 90s evolved into something much bigger through an unexpected series of events. Scott shares the surprising story behind how Rhino got its name, its journey from industrial design to architecture, and how an accidental "leak" helped shape the software's destiny. We also discuss how some of architecture's biggest names, including Frank Gehry, discovered and adopted Rhino early on, leading to its widespread use in complex geometric design and digital fabrication today.To learn more about Scott Davidson, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/176To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co----Episode Sponsors: TRXL+ MembershipThis episode of TRXL is brought to you by TRXL+ members! Join our community of supporters to get exclusive benefits like ad-free episodes and our AEC Leadership Edge newsletter. Your support keeps these valuable conversations going. Click here to learn more and become a member today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Ian Keough and Keith Fine join the podcast to talk about how SLAM Collaborative and Hypar are working together to change the healthcare design process from early programming to fabrication. SLAM brings practical architectural experience and the vision while Hypar provides powerful design automation tools. Keith explains how they're making healthcare space planning faster and more efficient, while Ian talks about how their software has adapted to meet real architectural needs. Their work demonstrates how architects and software developers can work together to create better building design tools. This conversation covers the story of how Hypar 2.0 has come to be. About Ian Keough:Ian's early work at Buro Happold identified a need for mobile applications to leverage BIM data. His software goBIM was acquired by Vela systems for their Vela Field product, which later became Autodesk's BIM 360 Field. His open-source visual programming language Dynamo has a worldwide community and now ships with Revit. He co-founded Hypar with Anthony Hauck in 2018 with a vision to deliver the worlds building expertise to everyone, instantly.About Keith Fine:Keith, is a Principal at SLAM and serves as the Management lead for the Los Angeles Studio as well as the National Director of Innovation for the firm. Keith combines his unique experiences including construction, technical architect, leadership with his passion for design and innovation forming a very broad and unique perspective. Keith engages challenge with a strong team-building focus that leverages the very best from those around him. Through these networked relationships and exposures, Keith has a unique skill in understanding the interconnected nature of seemingly disparate technologies and strategies and cultivating the development of new and innovative solutions. He holds an Masters of Architecture from Tulane University and is a member of the California Council of the American Institute of Architects, on the Steering committee for the Innovation Design Consortium and a Technology Leader in the AIA LFRT.-----Thank you for being a member of TRXL+. For more episodes with past guests of the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co.Provide feedback for this episode here.

In this special Campfire Series episode, Don Jacob joins the podcast to tell us the Bluebeam story.Today we discuss Don’s fascinating journey from working at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to co-founding Bluebeam and transforming the AEC industry along the way. Don talks about the origins of Bluebeam, its impact on AEC, and hear his thoughts on the future of technology in these fields, including the role of AI and mobile. Our conversation reveals how Bluebeam has evolved over 23 years to become an industry-leading tool that has wildly succeeded at elevating project collaboration and document management in AEC.To learn more about Don Jacob, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/174To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Cody Winchester joins the podcast to talk about insights from his recent case study he presented in the Fall of 2024 at Autodesk University, discussing the evolution of digital literacy and technology implementation at HMC Architects. We explore the importance of bridging the gap between practice and technology, the role of training in modern architectural education, the critical need to capture and transfer knowledge from experienced professionals to the next generation, and the challenges and successes of integrating technology into architectural practice as the underlying technology of practice continues to evolve at a pace that is difficult to keep up with. To learn more about Cody Winchester, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/173To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Phil Read joins the podcast to talk about leveraging AI for meaningful work, the importance of curiosity and play in professional development, building personas for better communication and storytelling, rethinking architectural documentation workflows, the evolving role of BIM managers, integrating empathy into design processes, the transformative power of constraints, and how AI is reshaping client engagement, education, and personal creativity in architecture.Enjoy this special, final episode of 2024 that was recorded in-person as two architects met in the Denver airport to have a conversation about AI and AEC.To learn more about Phil Read, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/172To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.About Phil Read:Phil is the CEO and co-founder of Read | Thomas - a global BIM/VDC consulting group and go-to-market startup advisor.In 2020, Read | Thomas founded the AEC Leadership Retreat, an annual event focused on developing good leadership skills for people in the high stress / low control AEC industry.When not traveling, you're likely to find Phil driving around Charlotte in a vintage 1960's TR3A or hanging out on Holden Beach, NC in a restored 70's beach cottage.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Brian Nickel and Brett Settles join the podcast to talk about their latest work at the intersection of BIM and fabrication. We talk about the innovations the Allied BIM team have created that link design intent directly to the machines on the floor in the shop. Brian and Brett share their insights on the evolution of BIM technologies, the importance of user-friendly web-based platforms, and the role of training and VR in remote management. They discuss real-world applications, the skilled labor shortage, and the future of construction automation, making a compelling case for the transformative potential of their work.Tune in to hear about how Allied BIM is bridging the gap between design intent and on-site execution, and learn about their vision for the future of the critical link between design and the trades.To learn more about Brian Nickel and Brett Settles, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/171To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.About Brian Nickel:With over 10 years of experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, Brian D. Nickel is the CEO and Founder of Allied BIM, a pioneering firm that develops and delivers cutting-edge fabrication tools and solutions for Autodesk Revit and BIM 360 platforms. He is also an Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified Professional and a Part 107 FAA-Certified Drone Pilot, demonstrating his proficiency and versatility in AEC technology.As an adjunct instructor at Montana State University's College of Engineering and Gallatin College, Brian shares his passion and expertise in AEC technology with the next generation of AEC professionals. He uses innovative methods such as Microsoft Teams and virtual reality (VR) to create engaging and immersive learning environments for his students. He also actively participates in national conferences and speaking engagements, where he advocates for a collaborative and integrated approach to design and construction. Brian's mission is to advance the AEC industry through technology and teamwork and to inspire others to do the same.About Brett Settles:Brett has 20 years experience implementing, managing, teaching, and using new technology in Geospatial, Mining, and AEC. He is a dedicated design and construction technologist looking to use data, emerging technology and innovative workflows to better the experiences of those in design, fabrication and construction.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Jared Anderson joins the podcast to talk about the importance of mental health, understanding one's nervous system, how compartmentalization of past traumas affects present behavior, the challenges of introducing innovative ideas within rigid professional structures and personalities, how to effectively communicate and navigate interpersonal dynamics in the workplace, some new technologies being used for trauma recovery, and more.To learn more about Jared Anderson, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/170To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.About Jared Anderson:Jared Anderson is a licensed therapist with extensive experience working with neurodivergent individuals and those dealing with deep-seated trauma. His unique perspective has been shaped by his work with severely abused and neglected children, giving him valuable insights into dissociative disorders and their impact on both personal and professional life.Jared specializes in helping clients understand their nervous systems and sensory experiences, often employing innovative techniques that blend traditional therapy with modern technology. His approach explores the intricate relationship between creativity, trauma, and professional development.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Matthew Krissel joins the podcast to talk about his extensive 25-year journey in the architectural field including his history at KieranTimberlake and now at Perkins&Will, his new design leadership course at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Architecture in which his students design new business models for architectural practice, integrating Artificial Intelligence in architectural education, creative friction, group dynamics, the power of questions, the role of safe spaces for creativity, the impact of organizational structure on creativity, reimagining digital practice in architecture, the importance of presentation skills, encouraging entrepreneurship in architectural education, reimagining workflows with AI, and the impact of AI on architectural education and practice.To learn more about Matthew Krissel, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/169To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.About Matthew Krissel:Matthew is a fellow of the American Institute of Architects and has led the design and construction of transformative architectural projects in North America and Internationally for over two decades. He is a principal at Perkins&Will, a global, interdisciplinary architecture and design firm.In 2023, Matthew co-founded the Built Environment Futures Council (BEFC), a diverse, multidisciplinary group that advances design, technology, and Artificial Intelligence in Architecture and Construction with actionable leadership and insight. He also founded and directs Creative Lab 3, an innovative research and design platform focusing on architecture, writing, and photography to catalyze and shape ideas and research that inspire change and transform our collective future.He regularly shares his work, methods, and ideas, speaking and publishing nationally and internationally on architecture, design, and the intersection of technology and the built environment. As an adjunct faculty member at the Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture, he is invested in developing the next generation of design leaders.Before joining Perkins&Will, Matthew was a Partner at KieranTimberlake in Philadelphia. His design work over nearly 20 years at KT helped shape the firm’s most significant and impactful projects, including iconic, institution-defining architecture and small homes with big ideas.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

César Flores Rodríguez joins the podcast to talk about various challenges and opportunities in digitizing the under-digitalized AEC sector and what the latest thinking in digital twins brings to the table. We cover real-time monitoring, cost reduction, and energy efficiency, and more. We get into the specifics of Nemetschek's new, open DTwin platform and the chellenging task of driving industry adoption. To learn more about César Flores Rodríguez, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/168To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Scott Reynolds joins the podcast to talk about the ongoing legal and legislative battles surrounding building codes and their accessibility. He gives us an update on the latest news and happening regarding the Pro Codes Act and elaborates on the contentious issue of copyrighting building regulations that impact AEC and beyond.To learn more about Scott Reynolds, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/167To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.Guardian for RevitDedicated to helping Revit users protect their models, automate consistency and ensure a standard of quality in their project models, Guardian is a Revit add-in that provides actionable insights, in-the-moment user education, and over 100 project protections. With immediate and measurable ROI, firms have saved thousands of hours by preventing mistakes before they happen. Visit www.getguardian.tech/trxl to learn more or take advantage of your free 30-day trial.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Parley Burnett and Chris Shafer join the podcast to talk about the hidden inefficiencies within the AEC industry. We discuss the automation of industry standards, educating software users in real-time, streamlines processes, the importance of BIM model health, eliminating technical debt and the ROI associated with these things, and more. To learn more about Parley Burnett and Chris Shafer, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/166To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.Guardian for RevitDedicated to helping Revit users protect their models, automate consistency and ensure a standard of quality in their project models, Guardian is a Revit add-in that provides actionable insights, in-the-moment user education, and over 100 project protections. With immediate and measurable ROI, firms have saved thousands of hours by preventing mistakes before they happen. Visit www.getguardian.tech/trxl to learn more or take advantage of your free 30-day trial.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Phil Read and Adam Thomas join the podcast to talk about leadership development, the crucial balance between technical know-how and soft skills, cultivating interpersonal relationships, stress management, mentorship, where to go to foster leadership skills and behaviors, accountability, and more. You’ll also learn about the upcoming AEC Acoustics retreat that is blending leadership and technical skill enhancement through collaborative discussions in a low-key, energizing environment.To learn more about Phil Read and Adam Thomas, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/165To get more great conversations with AEC technology leaders on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode SponsorsArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.Guardian for RevitDedicated to helping Revit users protect their models, automate consistency and ensure a standard of quality in their project models, Guardian is a Revit add-in that provides actionable insights, in-the-moment user education, and over 100 project protections. With immediate and measurable ROI, firms have saved thousands of hours by preventing mistakes before they happen. Visit www.getguardian.tech/trxl to learn more or take advantage of your free 30-day trial.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Ryan Cameron joins the podcast to talk about the recent AI focused Technology in Architecture Practice (TAP) Symposium at AIA’24.Today he shares insights from the symposium headlined by keynote speakers Phil Bernstein and Dr. Mehdi Nourbakhsh, PhD, who have both previously appeared on TRXL, and he provides an explanation of what these knowledge communities are and how they fit into the AIA.Tune in to learn more about what TAP is doing at the growing intersection between technology and architecture, the importance of sharing across the profession, how TAP’s volunteers are leading the charge in this community, and some exciting opportunities for innovation grants being offered by TAP.To learn more about Ryan Cameron, see the full show notes with links at https://trxl.co/164Find more great conversations and past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.Guardian for RevitDedicated to helping Revit users protect their models, automate consistency and ensure a standard of quality in their project models, Guardian is a Revit add-in that provides actionable insights, in-the-moment user education, and over 100 project protections. With immediate and measurable ROI, firms have saved thousands of hours by preventing mistakes before they happen. Visit www.getguardian.tech/trxl to learn more or take advantage of your free 30-day trial.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Nirva Fereshetian joins the podcast to talk about the complexities of implementing and managing digital practice within an architecture firm, including the challenges posed by tool fatigue, the importance of understanding business problems, and the intricacies of vetting and adopting new technology.Our discussion covers the evolving role of technology in architectural practice, the benefits of collaboration between firms within the AEC industry, and the importance of building a continuous learning culture. Nirva also shares insights on integrating technology seamlessly into architectural practices and fostering innovation through effective communication and relationship-building.To learn more about Nirva Fereshetian, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL has added another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Interested in seeing Palettes in action first? Request a demo at getavail.com/request-demo-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

In this special Campfire Series episode, Geoff Manaugh joins the podcast to tell us the story of BLDGBLOG. We discuss how he maintains an online presence while playing the algorithm games of social media and talk about the topic of content ownership and the evolution of blogging.We also get into the creative opportunities Geoff has found by blending architecture with other disciplines, learn about his journey from blogger to author, talk about his Hollywood experiences with his fictional writing, and hear about some upcoming projects including a new book on archaeology.To learn more about Geoff Manaugh, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

David Benjamin and Thomas van Haren join the podcast to talk about the journey of creating sustainable building materials using mycelium, the history of their partnership and the evolution from demonstration projects to scalable solutions, insights on the importance of digital workflows, the challenges and innovations in building facades, and the incredible versatility of mycelium as a materials platform. We also talk about the potential of mycelium to revolutionize various industries and the urgent need for scalable, carbon-negative solutions in architecture building materials and beyond.To learn more about David Benjamin and Thomas van Haren, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

David Benjamin and Andrew Meagher join the podcast to talk about prefab modular and the construction of Project Phoenix in the second installment of a three-part series of episodes on the podcast. In this episode, we take a comprehensive look at Factory_OS's modular manufacturing approach to residential construction and its partnership with Autodesk which aims to create sustainable and affordable housing. Today we talk about the role of data-driven design, innovation throughout all stages of design and construction, and the collaborative approach to address housing and climate challenges with this project. To learn more about David Benjamin and Andrew Meagher, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

David Benjamin and Ryan McNulty join the podcast to talk about the integration of architecture and technology in creating a 300-unit affordable housing development in the Bay Area called Project Phoenix.The project involves a unique collaboration between MBH Architects, Factory OS, and Autodesk, and how they leveraged generative design and real-time analytics software tools. Our conversation also highlights the efficiencies gained through modular construction, the challenges of incorporating new technology in design and construction, and potential implications for the AEC industry.To learn more about David Benjamin and Ryan McNulty, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Andy Robert and Mercedes Carriquiry join the podcast to talk about their focus on technology, parametric architecture, and BIM, the transformative 'a-ha moments' that defined their company /slantis, their mission, the importance of collaboration, knowledge management, company culture, and their ambitious goal of changing the architectural industry for the better. We also chat about obstacles they’ve faced, especially the industry's entrenched hourly billing systems, and the need for innovation and better project management. To learn more about Andy Robert and Mercedes Carricuiry, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Krzysztof Jędrzejewski joins the podcast to talk about his career transition from traditional architecture to technology. He shares his Eastern European roots, educational background, and early work experiences in Poland and Denmark, including his involvement in groundbreaking projects like the Mercedes Museum. He talks about a crucial interview that propelled him towards tech in architecture and led him to work with Reope and now Autodesk Forma. The conversation covers benefits of cloud-based software solutions, advanced tools like Grasshopper, Dynamo, and Ladybug, and the role of computational tools, AI in early-stage design, the importance of integrations with other AEC tools like TestFit and Veras in Autodesk Forma, and more.To learn more about Krzysztof Jędrzejewski, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Shane Burger joins the podcast to talk about current and potential future impacts of AI and automation on architectural practice, the shift from perpetual to per-user licensing in AEC project delivery software, license management difficulties, enhancing productivity and improving project delivery while maintaining a human-centric approach, reevaluating business models towards valuing outcomes and performance, rethinking workflows, balancing technological advancements and the essence of human intelligence and empathy, and more.To learn more about Shane Burger, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode SponsorsArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILDedicated to developing tools that save AEC teams time, AVAIL has now added Revit Application Version Management and another powerful new workflow feature called Palettes to its suite of content management capabilities.Visit https://getavail.com/request-demo to book a demo and see it in action.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

AJ Lightheart and Jon Matalucci join the podcast to talk about how they have worked together during the process of developing and testing the Autodesk Workshop XR platform which aims to evolve how professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction industries collaborate by using extended reality (XR) environments.Today we talk about the benefits of immersive VR experiences for project visualization and coordination, and how such tools foster enhanced decision-making and empathy in design processes.Additionally, we talk about the practical aspects of adopting XR technologies in firms, including hardware recommendations and strategies for wider organizational implementation. This episode not only highlights Workshop XR's potential to democratize design processes but also emphasizes the ongoing evolution of digital practice in creating efficient, sustainable, and highly collaborative project environments in the early phases of the design process, which also leads to the opportunity for professional development and mentorship of design professionals along their career path.To learn more about AJ Lightheart and Jon Matalucci, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode SponsorsArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Jim Walker joins the podcast to talk about the systemic problems plaguing the construction industry and the parallels in architecture and engineering.Jim brings over 20 years of experience in general contracting and project management across North America from sweeping floors at construction sites to working for major firms like PCL and EllisDon.Our conversation highlights the industry's evolution towards digital transformation, increasing complexity and, yet in many ways, inefficiency. But more importantly, we discuss the concept of construction being 'sick', the adversarial nature of traditional contract models, toxic work environments, health issues among workers, the value of the blue collar work and the trades, pros and cons of different project delivery models, risk and reward, and more.Overall, the episode encapsulates a critical analysis of the construction industry's challenges and potential paths forward through innovation and systemic change.To learn more about Jim Walker, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Susan Young joins the podcast to talk about the art of persuasive communication and storytelling, particularly in leadership roles within the AEC industry. We discuss the importance of not only building but reading the room, asking quality questions, and practicing deep listening. The conversation also explores how being fully present and curious can lead to more effective interactions and projects.Susan underscores the two key traits of superior leaders: confidence and excellent communication skills, emphasizing that these are skills that can be learned and honed. The conversation highlights the role of soft skills in conveying knowledge effectively, stating that it doesn't matter what you know if you can't communicate and articulate it to others.We further discuss the crucial role of making a strong first impression, owning the fact that you're a media production company via social media and the internet, and understanding the art of the headline to hook your audience. The episode wraps up with a discussion on a people-centric approach to talking about tech and tools in firms, highlighting that we relate most to the human to human (H2H) stories.To learn more about Susan Young, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Kean Walmsley joins the podcast to talk about his background both in computing and in his career journey leading to and while at Autodesk. We also talk about the development and applications of the VASA (voxel-based architectural space analysis) toolkit for Dynamo, the impact of AR and XR in the AEC industry, the significance of real-time feedback during the design process, and much more.To learn more about Kean Walmsley, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Roderick Bates and Kam Star join the podcast to talk about the integration of AI and real-time data into architectural design processes. In this episode we explore how these technologies can enhance workflows, beyond just visualization tools, for informed decision-making on energy use and building performance. They also discuss their new partnership with the Illuminating Engineering Society (aka IES), an organization specializing in all-things lighting, to enhance their tool’s capabilities and steer it in a new direction.To learn more about Roderick Bates and Kam Star, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Timothy Halvorson joins the podcast to talk about the challenges of technology implementation in firms. He shares his experiences in both traditional and tech-focused roles in the AEC industry, and underlines the importance of understanding people, processes, and the potential of technology. We also touch upon the struggle of change in firms, the evolving role of a BIM manager, the role of AI in creativity and efficiency, the importance of automating low level tasks, the role of standards in a firm, the shift to cloud-based software, and the complexity of modern software. Timothy also introduces his new venture, 7fold.io, aimed at bridging the gap between academia and commercial practice, providing tailored solutions and strategies to people and firms interested in digital transformation.To learn more about Timothy Halvorson, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.ChaosFor a limited time, get a 20% discount on Fixed and Floating Annual License of Enscape. Head to https://chaos-enscape.com and use code RES24 at checkout to supercharge your design workflow.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Mary Elizabeth Yarbrough joins the podcast to talk about the value of hands-on experience in understanding the transition from digital design to physical creation, the importance of making mistakes and learning from them in the iterative process of prototyping, creating and manufacturing, the resident program at the Autodesk Technology Center, the importance of maintaining real relationships with partners, the power of curiosity and continuous learning, and more.To learn more about Mary Elizabeth Yarbrough, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.ChaosFor a limited time, get a 20% discount on Fixed and Floating Annual License of Enscape. Head to https://chaos-enscape.com and use code RES24 at checkout to supercharge your design workflow.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Petr Mitev joins the podcast to talk about his journey from working in architecture to focusing on technology in the AEC industry, his move to Germany as his role has evolved at Enscape, some of his philosophy about AI and its potential for architects, the democratization of tools and the superpowers they provide to users, and the release of Enscape for the Mac.To learn more about Petr Mitev, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.ChaosEnscape is soon launching something special that will make your 3D workflow the best 3D workflow for a special price. In the meantime, you can experience it for yourself for free at https://chaos-enscape.com/trial-14 or simply by Googling “try Enscape”.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

John Manoochehri joins the podcast to talk about how the intersection of design, architecture and engineering, game engines, and new hardware are changing the landscape and potential impact of spatial computing and digital environments for the authors and creators of these environments in the AEC industry. We address it from a cataloging, usage and licensing perspective, and talk about how creative industries are leading the way in exploring the potential of this medium. We also talk about how this tech is opening up new possibilities in fields like entertainment, productivity, and mental health, and how it also challenges our understanding of what good design means as it pushes beyond the experience of physical environments. And finally we chat about the intersection of digital and physical design and how a feedback loop could lead to shifts in the design of physical spaces based on people’s experiences in digital environments.To learn more about John Manoochehri, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.Chaos EnscapeEnscape is soon launching something special that will make your 3D workflow the best 3D workflow for a special price. In the meantime, you can experience it for yourself for free at https://chaos-enscape.com/trial-14 or simply by Googling “try Enscape”.AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nyc-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Phil Read once again joins the podcast for part 2 of our conversation to talk about his upcoming 2024 AEC Acoustics Best Practice Roundtable event, the importance of saying 'no' to maintain personal freedom and creativity, how modern pressures for efficiency and productivity can stifle creativity and personal satisfaction, the impact of technology and media on our ability to enjoy and appreciate music and art, how saying 'no' to certain opportunities can open doors to more fulfilling and personally meaningful experiences, and more.To learn more about Phil Read, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode Sponsors:AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nycArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit https://GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Phil Read joins the podcast to talk about the value of an in-person conversation, Phil’s personal journey, his experiences in AEC tech over the last few decades, the value of an architect, advice for students interesting in pursuing architecture, advice for those thinking about starting their own firms, investing in tools versus buying toys, how to gain the luxury to say ‘no’, how Phil got into Revit and Enscape, the importance of systematizing processes, a look ahead at the future of the industry, and more.To learn more about Phil Read, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coEpisode SponsorsAVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nycArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

In this special Campfire Series episode, Brad Schell joins the podcast to tell us the story of SketchUp. We hear about his experiences that led to creation of SketchUp, deep insights into building the @Last company culture and how it ultimately contributed to the product's success, his leadership philosophy and style, what he looked for when hiring, how they got funding, what they did differently than other CAD and 3d modeling packages available at the time, how they created a product that to this day—24 years later—continues to resonate so deeply with the hearts and minds of its users, how it got its name, and so much more.To learn more about Brad Schell, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedback

Andy Watts and Aaron Perry join the podcast to talk about the need for a next-generation data framework in the AEC industry. Together they are leading the charge, along with many others, in developing the Future AEC Software Specification. The goal is an industry-wide dialogue to create a modern technology foundation that fosters competition in the AEC software market. Not a small task by any means.We chat about the journey that led to the creation of the specification, the context in which the specification was developed, how architectural practices have reevaluated their processes during and after the COVID-19 lockdown, the Autodesk Open Letters and the media attention they garnered, the changes being made by Autodesk as a result, what the specification is, Aaron’s presentation of the specification at NXTBLD (for which a link to watch can be found in the show notes), the reception of the presentation and other feedback since, how one can get involved with the development of the specification, and more.Overall, this conversation emphasizes the importance of industry engagement, collaboration, and the long-term process of implementing the specification to drive positive change in the AEC industry.To learn more about Andy Watts and Aaron Perry, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co-----Support TRXL by becoming a member or by making a donation.Click here to subscribe and get the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed to you when new episodes are released. It’s free!Provide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: ArchITEmbrace a technology team that enhances—not hinders—your design process. Visit GetArchIT.com for your free IT assessment and start transforming your firm and your tech experience today.Sponsor: Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nycSponsor: AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.

Emil Poulsen of CORE Studio at Thornton Tomasetti and Modelup joins the podcast to talk about the challenges and opportunities of implementing new technologies in the AEC industry, both internally in a firm but also externally as products. We delve into the importance of communication, buy-in, and cultural change when introducing new tools and processes, the culture of AEC tech and the entrepreneurial spirit at TT, Emil’s insights from his experience in developing tools and pushing for adoption within a global engineering firm, the benefits of participating in hackathons like the recent 2023 AEC Tech event hosted by CORE Studio in New York City, and we talk about his work on web-based 3d configurators for digital products at Modelup. To learn more about Emil Poulsen, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.cGet the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed you you when new episodes are released at https://www.trxl.co/#/portal/signupProvide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Sponsor: Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nycSponsor: ArchVisionThis episode of TRXL is supported by ArchVision. Save 5% off everything, including any type of license of the just-released Rhino versino 8 when you buy from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL at checkout before December 31, 2023.

Mehdi Nourbakhsh, Ph.D. of YegaTech and Scott Thompson of SSOE Group join the podcast to talk about how YegaTech and SSOE are working together to create an AI implementation strategy for a 1,000 person AEC firm. We also talk about Mehdi’s latest book on AI for AEC, why firms should be working to develop technology implementation strategies based on business goals rather than simply chasing after the shiny new thing, the importance of focusing on people in the implementation of AI in the AEC industry, the need to address people-related challenges to create a culture of innovation, and more.To learn more about Mehdi Nourbakhsh and Scott Thompson, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coGet the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed you you when new episodes are released at https://www.trxl.co/#/portal/signupProvide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is helping AECO firms better manage, organize, and navigate information today. Trust a leader with a proven track record for reliability, relatability, and success. Learn why the top AECO firms choose AVAIL. Visit https://getavail.com/stranded and book a meeting with Will Rouse to learn more.Sponsor: Confluence EventsConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more about the next regional event coming April 2024 in NYC at https://confluence.getavail.com/2024-nycSponsor: ArchVisionThis episode of TRXL is supported by ArchVision. Save 5% off everything, including any type of license of the just-released Rhino versino 8 when you buy from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL at checkout before December 31, 2023.

Håvard Vasshaug of Anker joins the podcast to talk about his passion for AEC tech and the challenges in the industry. He tells the story of his journey with the Bad Monkeys, Reope, and Anker, and we also chat a lot about why it’s healthy to be dissatisfied—angry even—at the software we all use. We also cover change management, BIM and the necessity of consistent and quality data, and the problems he and the team are currently solving at Anker regarding the use of BIM in operations and facilities maintenance. We conclude with a discussion on the future of BIM and the potential for liberating architects and engineers from data management tasks and bad software.To learn more about Håvard Vasshaug, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coGet the TRXL AEC Tech Newsletter and episode show notes emailed you you when new episodes are released at https://www.trxl.co/#/portal/signupProvide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: TRXL+ MembershipWith a TRXL+ membership you will get your own private feed for ad-free episodes of the podcast, the show notes right in your podcast app and in your inbox, your own ad-free copy of every TRXL AEC/tech newsletter delivered directly to your inbox, and additional member-only content over time. Get $20 off your first year when you sign up today. Go to https://trxl.co/launch20Sponsor: ArchVisionThis episode of TRXL is supported by ArchVision. Save 5% off everything, including any type of license of the just-released Rhino versino 8 when you buy from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL at checkout before December 31, 2023.

Nicolas Catellier of BIM Pure joins the podcast to talk about his transition from being an architect to becoming a BIM consultant and content creator. From his early passion for tech to his journey of specializing in BIM, Nicolas shares his insights and experiences. Tune in to learn more about the power of content creation, the value of being a specialist in the field, and the importance of sharing knowledge in the AEC industry.To learn more about Nicolas Catellier, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coProvide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: ArchVIsionLooking to upgrade or buy AEC design software before the end of the year? Save 5% off everything you buy (including Rhino v8, SketchUp, Enscape, V-Ray, and more) from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL during checkout through December 31, 2023.Sponsor: TRXL+ MembershipWith a TRXL+ membership you will get your own private feed for ad-free episodes of the podcast, the show notes right in your podcast app and in your inbox, your own ad-free copy of every TRXL AEC/tech newsletter delivered directly to your inbox, and additional member-only content over time. Get $20 off your first year when you sign up today. Go to https://trxl.co/launch20

Marty Rozmanith of Skema joins the podcast to talk about his journey through the world of AEC tech. From self-taught programming skills to pioneering the use of 3d in AutoCAD in the early days, to Revit, then post-Autodesk with Dassault Systèmes and beyond, Marty shares unexpected twists and turns that shaped his career with the common thread of always trying to better connect design to construction. Join us as we explore the fascinating path that led Marty to where he is today and what challenges he’s got his sights set on solving for our industry with his latest venture, Skema.To learn more about Marty Rozmanith and Skema, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coProvide feedback for this episode at https://trxl.co/feedbackMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/Sponsor: ArchVIsionLooking to upgrade or buy AEC design software before the end of the year? Save 5% off everything you buy (including Rhino v8, SketchUp, Enscape, V-Ray, and more) from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL during checkout through December 31, 2023.

German Aparicio, Jr. of Trimble Ventures joins the podcast to talk about Trimble Ventures’ new venture fund program to stimulate innovation in AEC, the importance of connecting the job site with design, mentorship and the value of real-world experience, the use of AI and machine learning in the AEC industry, and the potential of multimodal models and natural language interfaces in the latest AI tools.To learn more about German Aparicio, Jr., see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/Sponsor: ArchVIsionLooking to upgrade or buy AEC design software before the end of the year? Save 5% off everything you buy (including Rhino v8, SketchUp, Enscape, V-Ray, and more) from https://archvision.com/store and use code TRXL during checkout through December 31, 2023.Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/

Japhy Walton of McNeel and Associates joins the podcast to talk about his journey in AEC and how that plays into his current role at McNeel, the ongoing development of Grasshopper and Rhino.Inside.Revit, the evolution of their relationship with Autodesk, the importance of user input and feedback, the improvements in tools for architects in the upcoming Rhino v8 release, and other topics.To learn more about Japhy Walton, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/

Nathan Miller of Proving Ground joins the podcast to talk about the importance of maintaining a critical view when it comes to tools and technology, the need to evaluate new technologies and innovations carefully to determine if they align with the desired goals, the value of balancing established experience with new advancements and fostering bi-directional learning between innovators and experienced professionals, the challenge of navigating the constantly evolving nature of technology and architectural design, the importance of learning from previous projects to drive continuous improvement, and other topics.Mentioned in this episode:Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/

Martyn Day of X3DMedia joins the podcast for part 2 of our conversation. In this episode we talk about the disruptive impact of AI on architecture, Autodesk's response to the Open Letters, software licensing, open standards, pros and cons of AEC’s shift to the cloud, the importance of BIM 2.0, challenges with technology moving too fast, prefab construction, the future of 2D drafting, challenges faced by software developers in the AEC space, the importance of customers being included during the software development cycle, digital twins, the problems with hype cycles in AEC tech, the future of the NXT BLD and NXT DEV conferences, and other topics.To learn more about Martyn Day, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/

Martyn Day of X3DMedia joins the podcast to talk about the current state of AEC tech. In part 1 of the conversation we specifically focus on our challenges, potential avenues for growth that exist within the industry, and cover an amazing amount of valuable insight into the industry's dynamics, both seen and unseen.For a bit more context, we discuss the lack of a standard workflow in AEC, the NXT BLD and NXT DEV conferences, similar challenges in the Mechanical CAD ecosystem, the future of Revit, problems with the shift to the cloud, the importance of IT and digital practice leadership roles, software business models, concerns about data security, BIM 2.0, and the dynamics of VC funding. We also touch on the impact of AI tools, the automation of 2D drawings, and the link between design and fabrication.To learn more about Martyn Day, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/

In this special partner episode, Clifton Harness of TestFit joins the podcast to talk about the founding story of the company, the decision to pursue technology over traditional architecture, the missing elements in the design process that led to the development of TestFit, TestFit as a co-creation tool, the impact of AI on site selection, design optimization, and pro forma valuation, TestFit's unique approach and value proposition, the difference between generative design and TestFit's optimization solver, benefits for players in a development deal, multifamily market trends, the recent investment from Prologis, upcoming developments for the TestFit platform, and an upcoming webinar on AI in real estate and industrial real estate.To learn more about Clifton Harness, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.co

Benjamin Guler of EvolveLab joins the podcast to talk about their tools for Revit, design workflows, automation, interoperability, prompt-based AI rendering, the novel differences between AI rendering and more traditional rendering tools, how this novel workflow affects rendering as a decision-making tool in the design workflow, how it has the potential to shift where visualization fits into the design phase in contrast to existing rendering tools, and other topics. To learn more about Benjamin Guler, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: Confluence PodcastConfluence is now more than an intimate, invite-only conference. It’s now also a video podcast where AEC industry software developers take us behind the scenes to show how they make the digital tools we use to design the built environment. Find it on YouTube and Spotify. Learn more at https://www.trxl.co/confluence/Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/

Lance Amato of Canoa joins the podcast to talk about the disconnected and circuitous nature of design tools and workflows in relation to the furniture supply chain and project delivery process, circular economy, sustainability, product fulfillment, Canoa’s marketplace which offers a collection of second life furniture, their free 2d design tool for space planning, and other topics. To learn more about Lance Amato, see the full show notes with links, find more episodes, and find the past guests on the TRXL podcast please visit https://trxl.coMentioned in this episode:Sponsor: ConfluenceConfluence is an intimate, invite-only conference event for AEC professionals and technology providers to discuss industry trends and ideas, together. Learn more at https://getavail.com/confluence/Sponsor: AVAILAVAIL is the content management system you deserve, and it’s recently been updated! With its beautifully simple interface, AVAIL makes it easy to to manage, organize, find, and use your information. Check out the new features including the all-new Project Navigator for Revit at https://getavail.com/revit-project-navigator/