
From parametric to generative design: The next evolution of Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is entering a new era. This article explores the transition from traditional and parametric design methods to Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered generative design—an innovative approach that optimises building performance, enhances energy efficiency, and increases competitiveness within the construction sector.
10/04/2025
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Building the future: How digitalisation and artificial intelligence are reshaping competitiveness in Europe's construction sector
In January 2025, the European Commission launched the Competitiveness Compass, a tool to guide strategic action over the next five years and reignite Europe’s economy. Within this framework, the digital transformation of the construction sector is emerging as both a necessity and a catalyst for greater competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability.
01/04/2025
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BuildON: Advancing smart and sustainable buildings in Europe
Digitalisation and smart technologies provide a pathway to affordable, adaptable, and scalable solutions. The BuildON project introduces an innovative Smart Transformer Toolbox (STT) to enable the seamless integration of diverse energy management systems, supporting automation, control, and optimisation.
20/03/2025
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The future of energy in three local success stories
This article explores three innovative examples from across Europe, showcasing how community-focused solutions can support a low-carbon future.
14/03/2025
Ander Jimenez

Bridging the Smart Readiness gap: A holistic approach to smart buildings
Smart solutions address building needs amid climate, net-congestion, and comfort challenges. A holistic approach, matching the needs of diverse stakeholders and taking existing technology and cybersecurity in account, is essential.
13/03/2025
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Unlocking the potential of Energy Performance Certificates: a key to greener buildings
Energy Performance Certificates are key to improving building efficiency, but their reliability and harmonisation remain challenging. With ambitious environmental targets at stake, Europe is racing to unlock their full potential and ensure they drive real change.
11/03/2025
Anna Tamburrino

Boosting building renovation through industrialisation and digital knowledge sharing: the INFINITE approach
Industrialisation and digital knowledge sharing provide a strategic path to accelerating building renovation in Europe. The INFINITE project demonstrates how these approaches address key challenges while ensuring sustainable and scalable outcomes.
10/03/2025
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What makes a building ‘smart’: technologies driving energy efficiency
What if technology allowed buildings to manage themselves, guaranteeing greater energy efficiency, enhanced comfort, and improved health while quickly paying for themselves through savings on bills? This is already happening—smart buildings are a reality, with various projects demonstrating their advantages.
03/03/2025
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Advancing energy efficiency at the urban scale: perspectives on reliable information in the next-generation Energy Performance Certificates
Exploiting data through innovative services can significantly enhance the energy and environmental performance assessment of the building stock. Key factors for success include data availability, accessibility, and quality. Within the H2020 TIMEPAC project, emphasis has been placed on enhancing the usability, reliability, and enrichment of Energy Performance Certificate data to effectively support urban-scale energy analysis.
27/02/2025
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