How BIM is revolutionizing the construction industry

Will Building Information Modeling soon become an industry standard in the U.S.?

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 5, 2015

Bid management startup BuildingConnected raises $8.5M, scores agreement with Turner Construction

The funding news is the latest in a string of construction startups snagging major investor interest.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 4, 2015

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'Self-healing' concrete technology put to the test

Researchers hope their self-healing concrete project will help save billions of dollars in worldwide construction repair costs.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2015

Real estate tech world snags attention of investing giant Tishman

Startups have seen major investor interest recently in both the construction and real estate industries. 

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2015

Norway researchers aim to develop energy-generating 'power roads'

The team said power roads could one day create their own electricity from a system of solar panels and wind turbines.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 29, 2015

New 3-D printing project creates 'concrete 2.0'

This new technology, from researchers at a university in the Netherlands, is the latest from 3-D printing innovators looking to help the construction industry evolve.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 28, 2015

Tech startup Uptake, backed by Caterpillar, reaches $1B valuation

Caterpillar CEO Doug Oberhelman said the technology can "empower our customers with the insight necessary to shift from a reactive 'repair after failure' mode to a proactive 'repair before failure' stance."

By Emily Peiffer • Oct. 27, 2015

Construction app startup Fieldwire scores $6.6M funding round

The latest funding news for a construction technology startup reaffirms the trend toward increased use of apps and other technologies for projects.

By Emily Peiffer • Oct. 27, 2015

Get smart: Can builders see rising profits with smart home features?

We take a look at some of the coolest new products builders should have on their radar for home construction.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2015

Architect: Robots, 3-D printing are 'future of the building industry'

Wolf D. Prix also said he believes the refugee housing crisis could be solved quickly and economically if robots were used to assemble 3-D-printed, prefabricated parts during construction.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2015

New 3-D printer builds 1,000 square feet per day

Is this the printer that will finally launch the 3-D printing revolution in housing?

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 14, 2015

Evolving construction technology: A boon for business — or a liability?

The second day of the CMAA conference was full of technology talk, as experts addressed the exciting new possibilities, as well as potential negative consequences.

By Emily Peiffer • Oct. 13, 2015

Researchers aim to shake up architecture with 3-D printed 'reversible concrete'

The "Self-Assembly Lab" created a 13-foot-tall structure using only a 3-D printer, rocks and string.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2015

Construction robotics startup developing technology to revamp building process

These robots — currently in the research stages — might one day be able to convert a conference room into an open-space lounge within minutes.

By Emily Peiffer • Sept. 29, 2015

World's 1st 3-D printed hotel suite built in Philippines

The suite — which includes two bedrooms, a living room, a spa and a 3-D printed Jacuzzi — took only 100 hours to complete.

By Emily Peiffer • Sept. 10, 2015

Data consultant: How to construct 'smart' sites through wearables and data science

In a guest post, Anthony Mullen, with London consultancy Profusion, discusses how data science can revolutionize construction sites.

By Anthony Mullen • Sept. 9, 2015

3-D printed home, car that can share energy to be created from same material

Clayton Homes worked with architects and Oak Ridge National Laboratory on the pairing, which will be unveiled in September.

By Sharon O'Malley • Aug. 20, 2015

Will 3-D printing make in-space construction a reality?

Two companies have partnered to launch a 3-D printer into space for use in building tiny satellites far above Earth.

By Sharon O'Malley • Aug. 17, 2015

Planet of the apps: New technology options save time, frustration on job sites

Two tech experts say most construction workers use smartphones or tablets anyway, so embracing apps is a logical next step.

By Sharon O'Malley • Aug. 6, 2015

Startup uses world's largest free-form 3-D printer for homebuilding

A reporter called Branch Technology's device “a massive step forward for 3-D-printed buildings."

By Sharon O'Malley • Aug. 4, 2015

Make room for robot: Remote-controlled machines can dig, demolish and even lay bricks

The emerging robotics industry could help solve construction’s ongoing labor shortage.

By Sharon O'Malley • July 6, 2015

Nation's 1st 3-D printed estate slated for 2017

The New York architect has said he hopes to utilize the technology for more humanitarian purposes in the future.

By Sharon O'Malley • June 5, 2015

Siri-controlled 'smart' home gadgets hit the market

Google, Microsoft, and others will soon offer similar products to compete with Apple's HomeKit software.

By Sharon O'Malley • June 4, 2015

Market for 'smart' building products to climb 38% by 2020

A report found rising demand is attracting major vendors to the global market and keeping prices competitive.

By Sharon O'Malley • May 31, 2015

Drone startup aims to elevate construction tech industry with new funding

San Francisco-based Skycatch has already received attention for its work with Japanese firm Komatsu and global construction giant Bechtel.

By Emily Peiffer • May 27, 2015