Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing Future
Summary
We look at the future of housing innovation in Canada, with a focus on how technology—especially AI and digital solutions—can help tackle the housing crisis. Experts Brey Tucker and Tony Yang break down the evolution of construction practices, the challenges posed by workforce skill gaps, and the game-changing potential of digital twins and BIM. They also highlight the need for stronger collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation and boost housing production.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Brey Tucker - Tucker Technology Consulting and McElhanney Engineering
Tony Yang - Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of British Columbia
Sources
The Best Kept Secret in Construction - Tedx Talks
AI in Construction - CBS News Miami
Robots Building Homes - CBC The National
The Power of Digital Twins in Construction - Shawn Kanungo YouTube Channel
Revolutionizing Construction: New Approaches to Building the Future
Summary
In this episode, we explore the challenges and innovations in the construction phase of housing development. We focus on solutions like offsite construction, AI technologies and sustainable practices. We look at key industry hurdles such as labor shortages and regulatory delays, while stressing the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders to speed up housing production across Canada.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Chris Hill - President of BCollective
Matt Farrell - Cloudpermit - Project link: InspectorAI
Sources
Labour Shortage - CTV Your Morning BC
Prefab Homes - Global News BC
Mycelium - Inside Edition
Auto-Review Permitting - City News
The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and Fabrication
Summary
In this episode of Blueprint for Growth, we explore how digital technology and innovation are reshaping housing development, with a focus on pre-construction and procurement. We dive into industry challenges like supply chain disruptions, the push for sustainability, and how digital tools like BuildBlox are streamlining operations. Experts share insights on the power of prefabrication, modular construction, and advanced tech to tackle housing shortages and boost efficiency across the sector.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Mike Kennedy - CEO of Green Metrics Technology Corp Project link: BuildBlox
Rabih Zahnan - Managing Director and SVP of construction at Wesgroup
Sources
Modular Prefab Homes - Global News BC
Offsite Manufacturing - The B1M Youtube Channel
Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing Development
In this episode of Blueprint for Growth, we take a deep dive into the challenges of housing development, with a focus on design and engineering. From navigating regulations to fostering collaboration among key players, we break down the obstacles that shape this crucial phase. We also explore innovative building methods like mass timber and modular construction, highlighting their potential to make housing more sustainable and efficient. Plus, we discuss how empowering homeowners is playing a bigger role in increasing density and expanding middle housing options.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Yehia Madkour - Architect and Director of Innovation at Perkins & Will
Alkarim Devani - Co-founder of RNDSQR and mddl
Sources
Mass Timber - Naturally Wood YouTube Channel
Bill 44 - CBC Vancouver Ravi Kahlon
Rethinking Housing: Changes in Planning, Feasibility and Investment
In this episode of Blueprint for Growth, we dive into how technology is reshaping housing development. We explore the power of generative design in architecture, showing how AI can simplify planning and improve compliance. We also take a look at addy and their innovative platform, one that makes real estate investment more accessible to everyone. Throughout the discussion, we highlight the impact of community collaboration and the role of technology in expanding housing opportunities, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Dr. Ben Coorey - Founder at Archistar Project link: Malahat Project: 3D Generative Design for Master Planning
Steve Jagger - Co-founder of addy
Sources
FOX 10 News Phoenix
Beavis Wealth YouTube Channel
In our first episode, we dive into British Columbia’s housing crisis and the urgent need for creative solutions and collaboration. We discuss the challenges facing the housing sector, the impact of public-private partnerships and ways we can encourage innovation. The DASH initiative- that’s Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing - serves as a prime example of how teamwork can drive progress. It also highlights the crucial role of education and workforce development in construction. Wrapping up, we take a look at the future of housing in B.C., with a focus on digital technologies and prefab construction.
For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab
Guests
Helen Goodland - Principal and Head of Research & Innovation at Scius Advisory
Scott Kaplanis - Managing Partner at Ground Break Ventures
Sources
CBC British Columbia
Global BC
CTV News - Tyler Meredith
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British Columbia is experiencing an unprecedented housing crisis. While addressing various aspects of the housing supply chain is essential, no single approach can fully solve the challenges we face in scaling housing production. So, what's the blueprint for growth?
In November 2023, DIGITAL — Canada's Global Innovation Cluster for digital technologies — launched its Housing Growth Innovation Program with support from the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs. The program brings together collaborative teams of industry leaders to accelerate technology-driven approaches that are driving real, tangible growth for British Columbia's housing production sector.
Amy Vilis, Director of Housing Growth Innovation at DIGITAL, chats with innovators doing groundbreaking work within DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Program to develop and implement technology-based solutions within British Columbia's housing sector across the full scale of end-to-end production. These conversations showcase how ideas are making it into the real world where they can become comprehensive, viable and, best of all, achievable solutions to accelerate housing production for British Columbians.
British Columbia is experiencing an unprecedented housing crisis. While addressing various aspects of the housing supply chain is essential, no single approach can fully solve the challenges we face in scaling housing production. So, what's the blueprint for growth?
In November 2023, DIGITAL — Canada's Global Innovation Cluster for digital technologies — launched its Housing Growth Innovation Program with support from the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs. The program brings together collaborative teams of industry leaders to accelerate technology-driven approaches that are driving real, tangible growth for British Columbia's housing production sector.
Amy Vilis, Director of Housing Growth Innovation at DIGITAL, chats with innovators doing groundbreaking work within DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Program to develop and implement technology-based solutions within British Columbia's housing sector across the full scale of end-to-end production. These conversations showcase how ideas are making it into the real world where they can become comprehensive, viable and, best of all, achievable solutions to accelerate housing production for British Columbians.
