Category Archives: AECO

Episode 03-02: Susan Young

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Welcome to the second episode of Series 3 of Wrenches, Gadgets & Hacks! The theme of this series is “Guests’ Choice: AECO Mavericks Unscripted,” where we have amazing guests driving the topics of each episode.

In this episode, Carl and John dive into the art of communication within the AECO industry. Our guest, Susan Young, a seasoned storyteller and CEO of Get in Front Communications, shares her journey from being a radio news reporter to helping professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction improve their presentation skills. The discussion highlights the importance of storytelling, curiosity, and the human connection in effectively conveying ideas. With insights into overcoming the fear of public speaking and the value of authentic communication, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone looking to enhance their professional interactions.

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Episode 03-01: Clifton Harness

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In this episode of Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks, we kick off Series 3: “Guests’ Choice: AECO Mavericks Unscripted” and welcome back John Pierson as our Co-Host!

For this episode’s Maverick, we have Clifton Harness, co-founder and CEO of TestFit, as we explore the world of generative design and its impact on real estate, architecture and construction. From optimizing and building AECO configurators to the future of automated design processes, Clifton shares insights on how technology is transforming the industry. Tune in to discover how TestFit is redefining architectural feasibility and what this means for the future of design and construction.

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Episode 02-06: Tannis Liviniuk – The Future of AI

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In this episode of Wrenches, Gadgets & Hacks, we continue our series on AI in the AECO Welcome back for the sixth and final episode of our second series, “AI in the AECO and Beyond.” Our host, Carl, speaks with Tannis Liviniuk, Digital Advancement Executive at Zachry Group, about the current state and future of AI in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) industry. What they discover during the discussion is that AI is a valuable assistant that can help with mundane tasks, such as sifting through millions of documents, and also serve as a tool for learning and exploration. The use of AI can lead to curiosity and deeper engagement with projects, ultimately providing real value and convenience.

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Episode 02-05: Craig Barbieri – AI Rendering

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In this episode of Wrenches, Gadgets & Hacks, we continue our series on AI in the AECO industry. Host Carl welcomes Craig, the Director of Digital Technology at Ewing Cole, to discuss the transformative role of AI in rendering and design. Craig shares his journey from studying architecture and landscape architecture to leading digital media and design technology at a major firm. The conversation moves into the parallels between the rise of BIM and AI, the practical applications of AI in rendering, and the importance of crafting effective prompts for AI tools.

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Episode 02-04: Valentin Noves – AI in Software Dev

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Welcome back  “Wrench’s Gadgets & Hacks” where we explore the latest in technology and innovation. In this episode host Carl Storms dives into the world of AI in software development and the AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations) industry with special guest Valentin Noves. They explore the practical applications of AI, the challenges faced by developers, and the future of AI in coding and beyond. 

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Episode 02-03: Carl Storms – The Old Switcheroo

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For the third episode of Series 2, we flip the script and give the listener the old switcheroo, with the guest becoming the host and the host becoming the guest. We welcome back our first guest and past co-host, John Pierson, as host so he can put Carl Storms in the hot seat. This episode dives into Carl’s experiences, challenges, and learnings from dedicating 100 days to exploring various AI tools and technologies. From humorous dad jokes to AI-aided website programming, Carl shares his insights and practical applications of AI in the AECO industry. 

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Episode 02-02: Daniel Peterson – Custom GPTs

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Welcome to another episode  “Wrench’s Gadgets & Hacks” where we explore the latest in technology and innovation. In this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Peterson, also known as the Revit Wizard, a senior design technology coordinator at the Beck group.

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Episode 02-01: Dennis Dixon & Paige Reiche – General AI

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Welcome to the first episode of Series 2 of Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks! The theme of this series is “AI in the AECO and Beyond,” where we’ll explore all things AI, including General AI, Custom GPTs, Prompt Engineering, and much more.

We kick off this series with a bang as we have not one, but two great guests this episode:

In this episode we “delve” into the world of General AI 😉

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Episode 01-06: Zach Kron – Because You Care

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Welcome to the 6th and final episode of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock” series, Carl and guest host John engage in a stimulating discussion with Zach Kron. They learn about all the great things he as done in his career, and how he uses those technologies and skills off the clock. They also learn that making gifts for people with those same skills, while fun is also something that’s done because we care, and we want these gifts to be meaningful.

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Episode 01-05: Ehsan Iran-Nejad – The Editor

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Welcome to episode 5 of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode, of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock” series, Carl and guest host John have a Thought-provoking discussion with Ehsan as they learned about the refreshed Script Editor for Rhino 8, and the 4 years of effort that have gone into it.

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