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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.
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Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing FutureSummaryWe 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 LabGuestsBrey Tucker - Tucker Technology Consulting and McElhanney EngineeringTony Yang - Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of British ColumbiaSourcesThe Best Kept Secret in Construction - Tedx TalksAI in Construction - CBS News MiamiRobots Building Homes - CBC The NationalThe Power of Digital Twins in Construction - Shawn Kanungo YouTube Channel
Revolutionizing Construction: New Approaches to Building the FutureSummaryIn 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 LabGuestsChris Hill - President of BCollectiveMatt Farrell - Cloudpermit - Project link: InspectorAISourcesLabour Shortage - CTV Your Morning BCPrefab Homes - Global News BCMycelium - Inside EditionAuto-Review Permitting - City News
The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and FabricationSummaryIn 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 LabGuestsMike Kennedy - CEO of Green Metrics Technology Corp Project link: BuildBloxRabih Zahnan - Managing Director and SVP of construction at Wesgroup SourcesModular Prefab Homes - Global News BCOffsite Manufacturing - The B1M Youtube Channel
Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing DevelopmentIn 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 LabGuestsYehia Madkour - Architect and Director of Innovation at Perkins & WillAlkarim Devani - Co-founder of RNDSQR and mddlSourcesMass Timber - Naturally Wood YouTube ChannelBill 44 - CBC Vancouver Ravi Kahlon
Rethinking Housing: Changes in Planning, Feasibility and InvestmentIn 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 LabGuestsDr. Ben Coorey - Founder at Archistar Project link: Malahat Project: 3D Generative Design for Master PlanningSteve Jagger - Co-founder of addySourcesFOX 10 News PhoenixBeavis 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 LabGuestsHelen Goodland - Principal and Head of Research & Innovation at Scius AdvisoryScott Kaplanis - Managing Partner at Ground Break VenturesSourcesCBC British ColumbiaGlobal BCCTV News - Tyler Meredith#podcast #housing
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.
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