The #1 Decision You Will Ever Make In Construction Business. In this episode, business coach, author, and founder of Built To Build Shawn Van Dyke talks about the core principles that make construction businesses highly profitable. Shawn tells us his own story in which we see how career paths can take surprising twists and turns. Join us as Shawn shares the fundamental elements of success - ones that fuelled his climb to the top. Hear the remarkable story of a man going from an average carpenter to unprecedented business success in real estate development. Discover how pattern recognition, dis ..read more

It's great to watch how Alrik and ONX Homes are innovating within the logistics (Alrik) and prefabricated home building (ONX Homes). In this episode, we sat with Patric and had an in-depth discussion about Alrik, a pioneering construction tech company known for its sophisticated software solutions that monitor and supervise fleet activities. We also discussed about ONX Homes, a trailblazer in the South Florida housing market, utilizing precast concrete wall slabs to revolutionize single-family home construction. Wrapping up, Patric told us about various pricing models for software as a servic ..read more

What does technology mean for the UK's #1 architecture firm? Join Sheriff Tarabishy - Associate Partner of Foster + Partners as he reveals the innovation, sustainability and design driving the groundbreaking work at Foster + Partners. He takes us behind the scenes to reveal how they're using advanced technology to push boundaries in architecture. Hear how the guys at Foster + Partners are developing their own cloud-based tools like Hermes for seamless work collaboration – and how they’re using machine learning to optimise design. Sheriff shares his thoughts on our journey with AI and his take ..read more

Can tech startups get a slice of the multi-billion pound digital transformation that’s underway at London’s iconic business district? In this eye-opening podcast, Roman Baran, the Senior Manager of Digital Construction at Canary Wharf, cuts through all the hype and takes us straight to the real-world impact of new construction technologies. Learn how AI, data analytics, worker tracking, and knowledge management tools promise to revolutionise the industry. Roman reveals what construction giants are looking for when evaluating new tech – and offers advice for both construction companies and thos ..read more

With ageing housing stock and increasing environmental targets, retrofitting emerges as a critical solution. In this episode, Patric, Owen & Martin dissect the challenges and opportunities inherent in this market, emphasizing the crucial role of data analysis and physical substance in guiding effective retrofitting decisions. The conversation extends to the significance of platforms like Enter.de, which serve as vital connectors between suppliers, homeowners, and contractors in the retrofitting process. Additionally, they explore the role of PR in investment rounds, acknowledging its poten ..read more

Can an advanced algorithm replace human architects someday? In this mind-bending episode, we sit down with Anthony Hauck, CEO of Hypar, for a fascinating conversation on the future of design automation. Join us as we explore how Hypar’s design automation tool is designing complex architectural 3D models for us. Anthony reveals how he went on to build architecture’s most promising tool after being turned down by Autodesk. Find out how he’s on a path to revolutionise the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction ) industry – and delve into the symbiotic relationship between technology and ..read more

What would you risk to pursue your dream? For Tom Deane, it meant everything - even if it meant putting in his last penny to go all-in on a bold vision. In this must-listen episode, Tom Deane, Co-Founder of Project Mark shows us what it really takes to be successful in the startup world. He takes us behind the scenes and pulls the curtain on the story behind Project Mark - his innovative Construction-CRM platform. You'll also hear how he and his co-founders bootstrapped just $1,500 into an initial $500,000 before raising a staggering $3 million in seed round. Hear how Tom’s ability to tell a s ..read more

How do you go from dusty job sites to a Silicon Valley boardroom? In this episode, we meet Fraser Patterson - Founder and CEO at Skillit, a New York based con-tech company that’s changing the way construction businesses find skilled workforce.    His journey began in a Hogwarts-like boarding school in Scotland. After finishing education, he became a carpenter, where he came face-to-face with the frustrations of outdated hiring practices in the construction industry. This sparked the Aha moment. He found Skillit, an online platform helping construction businesses find skilled wor ..read more

Okibo, a groundbreaking robotics company, has recently secured $7.85 million in equity funding. Their innovative product—a drywall finishing and painting robot—guided by AI and sensors, offers a transformative solution to address the persistent labor shortage and enhance efficiency in construction projects. In this episode, we explore how robotics are reshaping the construction landscape and how Okibo's service-oriented approach to selling painting services, rather than the robots themselves, is revolutionizing industry norms. We delve into the significance of partnerships and subcontractor mo ..read more

Welcome to the Bricks & Bytes Broadcast (BBBC) with Patric Hellermann of Foundamental. This format of episode is a weekly dive into the latest construction tech news from the perspective of investors. From innovations to fundings, market insights, and VC-isms, if you’re building in construction tech, investing in construction tech, or intersecting between the tech and physical world, then we’ll help you keep your finger on the pulse. ----------------------- In this episode, Patric discusses the underserved areas in ConstruTech, including common data environments, on-site robotics, and the ..read more