The AEC/O industry stands on the cusp of a transformative era, driven by the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Beyond the familiar applications of smart assistants, the emergence of large foundation models is unlocking unprecedented capabilities. Imagine AI not just generating designs, but understanding complex project requirements, reasoning through intricate structural challenges, and even anticipating the emotional needs of building occupants.
This article by Julian Geiger, Vice President of AI Product and Transformation at the Nemetschek Group discusses how this revolution demands a thoughtful approach to ethical AI, ensuring that these powerful tools enhance, rather than replace, human expertise and creativity in architecture, engineering, construction, and operations.