Join us Saturday, March 16th for FutureNOW, a day long symposium that will explore the implementation of technology-driven advancements in the AEC industry. Through a series of presentations, discussions, and collaborations, industry leaders and emerging professionals will share insights on how a data-driven mindset can enhance the design process, quantify the value of good design, while moving companies into the future. The morning will feature presentations on the industry as it stands Now. The afternoon will open the discussion to participants during a workshop focused on Future opportunities afforded by new technology.

The Now: A Primer for Understanding and Adjusting to Data Disruption
Data is not new to the profession; traditionally, it’s been critical to city planning and building performance. However, over the last few years, the quantity, quality, and specificity of data has dramatically improved. New technologies, like visual scripting and artificial intelligence, have become mainstream, encouraging a shift in practice towards more efficient design and construction workflows. Data has also given the AEC community the ability to more objectively quantify the value of their work.

The Future: A New Data-Driven Architecture
The architectural profession must adapt and implement new technologies to stay relevant in a data-driven economy. During the afternoon, participants will form groups to discuss opportunities afforded by new tech in architecture. Ideas will be collected and formatted as part of a new tech implementation toolkit that will be shared with NYC firm leadership. Following the workshop, each group will briefly share their ideas during a cocktail hour.

Speakers:

Shane Burger, Principal, Woods Bagot  [Architectural Innovation in Response to the Digital Disruption]
Erleen Hatfield, AIA, PE, Managing Partner, Hatfield Group [Thinking Big and Embracing New Technology]
Onur Yuce Gun, Senior Computational Designer, New Balance [Forward Thinking]

Moderator: Phil Bernstein, FAIA, Associate Dean, Yale School of Architecture

Please register for the event HERE.  If you’re interested in reading more about the implications of new technology prior to the event please follow our FutureNOW supplemental reading list.