A data center that provides heating for the homes and buildings around it? A hotel that consumes 85% less energy than conventional hotels? These are Powerhouses—energy-positive buildings that generate more energy than they consume over their entire lifespan (60 years), from construction and operation to demolition. Plus, the energy they create is clean and renewable. The Powerhouse standard is a climate-conscious partnership between construction firm Skanska, architecture firm Snøhetta, environmental organization ZERO, and consulting company Asplan Viak. This group is leading the way in creati... READ MORE >

Building Information Modeling (BIM) turns design ideas into data. And once it’s data, there’s a lot you can do with it. Computational BIM is the practice of manipulating BIM models with logic, geometry, math, and visual programming to create complex architectural forms and designs that might otherwise be impossible. And the Computational BIM Workshops at AU are a great opportunity to develop your skills. Beginner and Developer Workshops Choose from 2 different workshops based on your current skill level. The Beginner Workshop introduces what you can do with a Revit document in Dynamo and how ... READ MORE >

How is cloud connectivity changing the future of construction, engineering, and manufacturing? How can you customize your deployments of Autodesk products so that they serve your teams and clients better? And how can you develop independent apps for these industry audiences? The Forge platform puts the building blocks of Autodesk cloud services in your hands, and Forge DevCon is the event of the year to learn what’s possible and see how other companies are using the cloud to move ahead. Whether you’re a committed coder or a decision maker, a hands-on developer or just curious, join us on Monda... READ MORE >

It’s time to choose your classes, buy your passes, and schedule your week of learning for AU Las Vegas 2018. Registration is now open. Join more than 10,000 professionals from the worlds of AEC, design & manufacturing, and media & entertainment for 4 days of learning and connecting. Choose from 700+ sessions including preconferences, activities, industry talks, hands-on labs, and expert panels. Take advantage of dozens of meet-ups and networking events where you can build your professional network, gather insights from colleagues in your field, and share your knowledge. And sit in... READ MORE >

What does the future of construction look like? How will processes and practices for building change as digital tools and intelligent automation make things more dynamic, collaborative, and efficient? The Connect & Construct Summit at AU 2018 is the place to find out. With industry-focused classes, workshops, and keynotes, it’s a full day of learning and networking with people leading the way into the future. And it happens Monday, November 12, in the lead-up to AU Las Vegas 2018. Building Made Better What do you need to learn to move your business forward? How can you use data through ev... READ MORE >