What would Leonardo da Vinci think if he stepped into the world of modern homebuilding?

In this special episode of The Insider’s Guide to Custom Homes, Rick Bell explores the evolution of design and construction through a unique, AI-powered conversation with the Renaissance master.

This imaginative discussion bridges the gap between the past and the present, highlighting how tools and techniques have advanced—from parchment sketches and drafting tables to CAD software, 3D modeling, 3D printing, robotics, and smart home automation.

Leonardo’s reflections underscore that while technology changes, the fundamentals of symmetry, proportion, and imagination remain central to great design.

What You’ll Learn

• How design tools advanced from parchment and drafting tables to CAD software and immersive 3D modeling

• Why Renaissance principles of symmetry and proportion continue to guide modern design

• How 3D printing is changing the way homes are built, layer by layer

• The growing role of robotics, drones, and automation in construction projects

• How artificial intelligence is being used to generate designs, predict needs, and optimize planning

• The ways smart home technology is reshaping comfort, efficiency, and daily living

• Why innovation in construction is always tied to imagination and human creativity

• How looking back at history can help us understand where homebuilding is headed

Glossary of Terms

Drafting Tools – Early instruments such as parchment, quills, and later mechanical pencils, used to create architectural drawings.
CAD (Computer-Aided Design) – Software programs such as AutoCAD and Revit that allow for precise 2D and 3D design of buildings.
3D Printing (Construction) – The process of constructing homes by extruding concrete in layers with large-scale printers.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Technology that assists in design, flaw detection, and predictive planning in architecture and construction.
Smart Home – A residence equipped with systems that automate lighting, climate, appliances, and security through digital or voice control.
Building Automation – The use of robotics, drones, and other technologies to streamline and improve construction processes.
 

Resources & Links
- Landmark Custom Homes

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