An interactive workshop for owners, operators, developers, architects, and builders exploring how AI is reshaping the AEC stack, from design to delivery.
AI is moving fast inside construction, architecture, and engineering, but most teams are still unsure what actually works, what’s hype, and how to implement it without blowing up workflows or budgets.
In a 2 hour live session, this workshop delivers a clear, no-jargon explanation of how modern AI works, followed by a deep dive into real-world AEC use cases across design, pre-construction, construction management, and operations.
We’ll examine how leading firms are using AI for generative design, test fits, takeoffs, scheduling, code compliance, and construction monitoring, then shift to implementation: where to start, how to prep your data, how to evaluate vendors, and how to integrate AI into real project workflows.
You’ll leave with a practical framework for applying AI inside your organization, plus tools to avoid the hype and focus on outcomes.
Participants will receive post-workshop access to our community on Circle, where we’ll share recordings, recommended tools, curated vendor lists, and implementation guides.
Over the past decade he has co-founded General Assembly, a pioneer in education and career transformation specializing in today’s most on-demand skills, as well as Common, a multifamily operating company focused on innovative housing typologies like coliving.
Contact the host →You’ll learn how to
Understand how AI actually works
Break down what modern AI is (and isn’t), including models vs. applications, agentic AI, and frameworks like HITL, HOTL, and HOOTL, explained in plain English.
Explore AEC-specific use cases
See how AI is being applied to concept design, test fits, cost estimation, construction documentation, scheduling, QA/QC, and site monitoring.
Learn from real project examples
Examine how architecture firms, contractors, and developers are using AI tools in live workflows, from generative design to construction intelligence.
Evaluate where AI fits in your org
Identify high-impact opportunities across design, pre-con, and construction, assess data readiness, and prioritize use cases with real ROI.
Prep your team and systems for implementation
Understand what makes drawings, models, schedules, and project data “AI-ready,” how to choose vendors, and how to structure workflows for adoption.
Stay ahead of what’s coming
Look beyond the buzzwords, explore what’s next in computer vision, generative design, digital twins, and the collapsing cost of custom software.
What the workshop covers
What Is AI and How Does It Work?
- Evolution of AI and key model types
- Models vs. applications vs. automation
- Agentic AI and human-in-the-loop frameworks
- Capabilities, and current limitations
AI in Design & Architecture
- Generative design and test fitsRendering, visualization, and iteration speed
- Code and zoning analysis
- BIM augmentation and documentation workflows
AI in Pre-Construction & Estimating
- Automated takeoffs and quantity analysis
- Cost estimation and scenario modeling
- Schedule optimization and risk identification
AI in Construction & Delivery
- Computer vision for site monitoring and safety
- QA/QC, progress tracking, and delay detection
- Document abstraction (RFIs, submittals, specs)
How to Implement AI in an AEC Organization
- Identifying workflows AI can meaningfully enhance
- Assessing data quality and readiness
- Platform vs. point solutions
- Build vs. buy decisions and vendor evaluation
- Change management and team enablement
What’s Next for AI in the Built Environment
- Computer vision and autonomous job sites
- Generative design at scale
- Digital twins and real-time feedback loops
- How AI reshapes roles across AEC teams
Hear from our alumni
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Format & access
One live session
Two hours in one day
Post-workshop access
All participants will receive an invitation to join our private Circle community after the workshop concludes.
A recording for everyone
Recordings are sent to all registered attendees, whether or not you attend live.
Slides & materials
Participants receive the workshop slides, case studies, and implementation tools.
Frequently asked questions
Will participants receive a copy of the materials?
Yes. All registered participants will receive an invitation to join our private Circle community. Recordings, slides, models, and case studies will be uploaded within one week of the workshop ending.
I can’t make this time, will a recording be available?
Yes. All registered participants receive access to the recordings and materials via Circle, even if they cannot attend live.
Do I need a technical or design background?
No. This workshop is designed to be accessible to a variety of real estate professionals.
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AI in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
Live on Thursday, July 30, 12-2pm Eastern Time. $299.
Register for this workshopRecordings are sent to all registered attendees, whether or not you attend live.