Photo by Bert Johnson That’s right, folks. We are so excited to announce that Roman Mars, creator and host of our favorite design and architecture podcast 99% Invisible and co-founder of Radiotopia, will be emceeing all 3 of this year’s Innovation Forums. Roman’s iTunes Top 20 podcast averages 3 million monthly downloads. He was among Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in 2013. And he’s the highest funded journalist in Kickstarter history. We think it's safe to say he’s kind of a design rock star. READ MORE >

We are 1 month into registration for AU 2015 Las Vegas and we just passed 5,000 registered attendees! And that number is increasing by the minute. We thought it would be fun to take a peek at exactly who you’ll be rubbing shoulders with this year. So far we’ve got a healthy mix of newbies, old-timers, construction folks, manufacturers, gamers, AU super fans, and more. Here’s a look at #AU2015 Las Vegas by the numbers:   Pro tip: If you’re in the 35% be sure to go to Freshman Orientation to get the inside scoop and a preview of what’s in store. Plus, you can meet and mingle with other fi... READ MORE >

AU is big on connections—great networking is a hallmark of the AU experience, and we love that. We also love that today’s design and engineering practices are deeply collaborative and increasingly connected. That’s true whether we’re talking BIM for construction or Connected Product Development. Beyond that, there’s the exciting reality of connected products—all those compelling consumer products that connect with other devices, collect and stream data, and so much more. You’re probably familiar with this idea as part the Internet of Things (IoT). Or let’s see, oh yes, maybe you’re not a stran... READ MORE >

From mass customization of products to 3D printing bridges and buildings to the Internet of Things, it’s no secret that the products we’re making (and using) are changing. That’s because the technologies we’re using to conceptualize, design, and manufacture products of all types are evolving. As they do, they’re coming together in exciting new ways and opening up some astounding possibilities. The future of making things lies in Connected Product Development. In the past, product development involved separate, distinct processes, each carried out by different stakeholders, using different tool... READ MORE >

Attention AutoCAD users. Looking for that 1-stop shop for AutoCAD expertise? Head over to the new AU hub for on-demand AutoCAD classes and other resources. You’ll find everything you need to know about working with AutoCAD. We’ve made it easy for you to tap into the collected—and collective—knowledge of AutoCAD and industry experts around the world.  READ MORE >