Our fourth annual architosh INSIDER Reports—typically delivered in the first quarter but not this year—thematically focuses on a crop of rising star technology firms serving the AEC and CAD industries.
Latest Industry News
Newforma inks 7-Year AWS Deal—Drives AI and Cloud Initiatives
The multi-year initiative brings generative AI, expanded cloud infrastructure, and FedRAMP readiness to Newforma’s common data environment
Revizto adds platform connections with AI MCP integration
Revizto unveils AI-ready data intelligence layer to unify and streamline AEC/O BIM and enterprise workflows for the building industry
AIA26: Expo Show Floor Report 6—xFigura, CODii, others
AI software like xFigura, CODii, and others, plus Lumion and D5 and financial software for architects are subjects in our 6th AIA26 show report
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Industry Commentary and Analysis
Revizto adds platform connections with AI MCP integration
Revizto unveils AI-ready data intelligence layer to unify and streamline AEC/O BIM and enterprise workflows for the building industry
What's Driving Nemetschek Group's Financial Performance
Nemetschek Group finishes successful H1 2026. Revenue expansion due to HSCC acquisition will see Build segment surpass Design segment in revenue with stronger margins to boot
D5 Render 3.1: The Future of Architectural Design Reviews
D5 3.1 is changing the nature of architectural design reviews where interactivity is destined for the future of how architects collaborate with stakeholders
Latest Architosh Features
SIGGRAPH 2026: The Evolution of AI Technology and the Future of the Conference
Senior associate editor and 3D industry veteran Akiko Ashley covers the recent SIGGRAPH 2026 conference in Los Angeles — AI, GPU tech, and new 3D tech companies in focus
ARES 2027 Deep Dive: AI, Automation and BIM-to-DWG Workflows
Graebert’s ARES 2027 release expands the role of AI in DWG-based CAD with A3, multi-task prompting, AI-generated blocks, command recommendations, and voice interaction in Kudo. The release also brings online drawing automation to Commander, strengthens BIM-to-DWG workflows, and adds Autodesk Forma integration for cloud-connected teams.
The Curator of the "Computer for the Rest of Us": Neal Pann and the Apple AEC Connection
From the Apple Lisa to the Mac Pro, explore the intersection of industrial design and architectural practice through the lens of a massive 73-machine archive.
INSIDER Reports—In-Depth and On Focus
Issue 2020.01
A Focus on AAD (algorithms-aided design) in Architecture
Our third annual architosh INSIDER Report—now delivered in the first quarter of the new year—takes a deep look at AAD (algorithms-aided design) in Architecture by talking to those involved in its key new developments.
Our second annual architosh INSIDER Report focuses on the state of (.dwg) CAD technology, by looking at the present and future innovations of its main adherents.
Our inaugural launch of architosh INSIDER Reports begins with a focus on Hungarian BIM software developer, GRAPHISOFT.
(emTech)—Emergent Technology Reports
Member Access — (emTech) Section Plus for Xpresso #23
Member Access—(emTech) Section Plus is our exclusive that builds off of what we shared in Xpresso #23 on robotics, 3D printers, smart city news, computational design, remote collaboration tools in AEC and manufacturing industries.
Early Access: (emTech) Section for INSIDER Xpresso newsletter—#02
Our Early Access Release of the (emTech) section for INSIDER Xpresso #02. Non-subscribers can gain access to this information by signing up for our monthly Xpresso newsletter for free. Inside we talk Robotics in AEC, AI, ML, and computational design—and more!
Member Access — (emTech) Section Plus for Xpresso #19
Member Access—(emTech) Section Plus is our new exclusive that builds off of what we shared in Xpresso #19. We offer deeper content and analysis from the topics of BIM, Revit Open Letter, BIM Interop, AI and Robotics in AEC, and more.
What You May Have Missed
Deeper Dimensions—Vectorworks 2026 Redefines BIM Visuals and Data
The 2026 release goes deeper than ever on its famed graphics with the most advanced BIM depth cueing tech in the industry, plus advancing visuals on data worksheets, a new sustainability dashboard, and more…
Bluebeam Rebounds: The Comeback of Construction’s Original Digital Rebel
Once the undisputed leader of construction digitization, Bluebeam is charting a bold return to its former glory. Under CEO Usman Shuja and co-founder Don Jacob, the Pasadena-born software firm is refocusing on its core strength—PDF markup—while supercharging it with AI. From Firmus-AI’s “painkiller” review tech to Anthropic’s Claude-powered automation, Bluebeam is rebuilding for an era where 2D drawings and intelligent agents coexist.
When Renders Talk Back: Panoptikon and the New Role of Visualization in Design
What began as a single animation for a Naples development evolved into a full design dialogue between architects, developers, and visualizers. Panoptikon’s cinematic approach shows how visualization today is no longer just about rendering architecture—it’s about shaping it.
Editor Selections -- For You
Firm Profile: BOGDAN & VAN BROECK—The Ecology of Densification
Continuing on a trend of expanding the scope of discourse beyond the “digital” in design practice, Architosh is pleased to present this feature interview of Belgium professor engineer-architect Leo Van Broeck and his award-winning ecological, research-oriented design practice. The design keynote speaker at the recent Vectorworks Design Summit, Leo spoke to Architosh recently about his firm, co-founder, work and their philosophical positions in the field of architecture and urban design.
Former Apple Executive Richard Kerris Says AR Future Big, Talks About 'Glyph'
Many Architosh readers may remember Richard Kerris from his days at Apple as Senior Director of Developer Technologies (his role from 2001 – 2007) where he led worldwide developer relations and technical marketing across audio, video, photography and other pro apps. Presenting in eight Steve Jobs keynotes, Kerris was one of the few Apple executives permitted to talk to the press about Apple products. In this second Architosh interview (his first was well over a decade ago) Kerris discusses his career at places like Apple, HP, and Pixar and provides an informed market perspective on virtual and augmented reality (AR/VR), the changing nature of the creative “pro” in digital fields and of course the new Avegant Glyph.
Five Emerging Trends and Their Potential Impact on the Future of the AEC Industry
To kick off the new year, Architosh looks at five emerging technology trends happening broadly across society and what their influence and impacts may be on the AEC industry and the professionals that drive it—including architects, builders, engineers and environmental stakeholders like the citizens of cities.
