You know about reality because you live in it. You’ve likely experienced virtual reality (VR), or at least heard of it—headsets that immerse you in a digital world. And if you’ve played Pokémon GO, you know what augmented reality (AR) is—digital forms imposed on real space by a device. Put them all together and what do you get? Mixed reality. And in industry, that’s where a lot of the action is, blending real worlds and virtual worlds to create better outcomes in architecture, manufacturing, and media. Join us on Wednesday, November 15, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m., in the AU Theater as we welcome 4 ... READ MORE >

BIM is changing how we build, how we communicate, and how we evaluate what we’ve built. Check out these hidden gems of AU 2017—sessions that can help you create more connected construction sites and more efficient, collaborative teams. The Digital Future of Design to Shop to Field by DEWALT Learn how DEWALT is automating not only construction, but also design and every step in between to create fully connected job sites. Better workflows, better project intelligence, and better, more efficient outcomes—sound good? READ MORE >

The AU Exhibit Hall is where you can get up close to—and in some cases, even get your hands on—the technologies and processes that are changing how we work and, ultimately, how we live. It’s also a chance to see in action some of the things you’ll hear about in keynotes, classes, the Theater, and throughout the AU experience. It’s an incredible environment for learning, and there’s a lot to see. New this year, join us in the Exhibit Hall for a guided tour of the Future of Making Things Experience, showcasing the technologies and practices that are driving change, along with other areas of d... READ MORE >

Join us in the AU Theater on Wednesday, November 15, 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m., for a panel discussion about open standards in construction, the state of collaboration today and in the future, and the latest strategies and tactics for estimating and managing bids and project management. Experts and representatives from BIM 360, JB Knowledge, eSUB Construction Software, STACK Construction Technologies, founding members of Construction Open Standards Alliance (COSA), will lead the session, Solving Construction Challenges through Collaboration and Construction Technology, to disc... READ MORE >

The future of making things is what AU is all about—exploring the technologies and trends that are defining what comes next in the fields of architecture, design, and media. Which is all well and good. But where do you fit in? How will your job evolve, and what role will you play as these changes unfold? That’s exactly what the Future of Making Things Workshops at AU are all about. They’re something new at AU this year. READ MORE >