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The coronavirus pandemic offers a testing bed for engaging communities online
By using this time to create new digital approaches, we can broaden our outreach to the evolved communities of the future, says Archio’s Kate Ridgway
AI
News stories and features about artificial intelligence and its use in architecture, including generative AI
Cyber risk lessons from the ZHA ransomeware attack
The ransomware attack on Zaha Hadid Architects emphasises the increased cyber risk posed by Covid-19, writes Andy Barratt
Architectural sector has ‘long way to go’ in digital transformation, says report
A growing number of architects are embracing technology but the sector still has a ‘long way to go’ to realise its digital transformation, according to new research
VR as a design and communication tool
Knight Architects associate Tom Osborne describes how the bridge specialist uses virtual reality technology both to convey immersive visualisations to clients and to expedite the design process
How Patel Taylor’s Lombard Wharf stacked up
Through BIM modelling, offsite fabrication and careful sequencing, Patel Taylor achieved huge savings in the construction of its residential tower in Battersea, writes practice associate Myshkin Clarke Hall
Why measure BIM? And what should you measure?
The lack of information about BIM maturity increases the uncertainty surrounding it. Ammar Azzouz reports on initiatives to assess its benefits
How to unlock the potential of BIM on heritage projects
BIM will soon be the principal tool for managing historic building projects, writes Buttress Architects’ Grant Prescott
Six top apps for architects
From generating floor plans to mapping sun paths, Tom Ravenscroft picks the best time-saving apps for architects
Smart cities can help deliver Khan’s ‘good growth’
Used appropriately, artificial intelligence and the internet of things can help deliver buildings and infrastructure in line with Sadiq Khan’s ‘good growth’ agenda, says Dipa Joshi
Exclusive report: Is your practice using the right technology?
From 3D printing to virtual reality, the AJ’s Technology in Practice report - featuring findings from an exclusive survey - shows how architects are using the latest digital innovations for business benefit