AI for Architects Podcast

Back from AEC Innovate 2025 and here’s what stood out! 🏗️ In this week’s AI for Architects newsletter, I’m breaking down why AI isn’t just another tool—it’s a full-on business strategy. I share key takeaways from AEC Innovate 2025, a peek inside our latest podcast episode, and a roundup of what’s happening across the AI world, from Ukraine to LlamaCon. Read the latest issue! And if you want it delivered straight to your inbox, click the link in the comments. 📩

New Episode 🎙️ 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝘀 𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹 — 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝗘𝗖 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 AI is no longer just a tool. It’s a business strategy. The AEC Innovate 2025 conference made one thing clear: firms that treat AI as a tech upgrade are falling behind. Those that approach it as a strategic decision are pulling ahead. This new episode breaks down key insights from the conference, covering firm case studies, speaker highlights, and real-world applications of AI across architecture, engineering, and construction. 💡 Episode Takeaways: -AI is an amplifier, not a replacement -Data is a core asset, not a side note -Success depends on people, systems, and security -AI works best when fully integrated, not siloed -Adoption should start now—even in small steps -The most forward-thinking firms see AI as a business model shift 🎧 Don’t miss this insightful episode! Stay ahead of AI trends in architecture by subscribing to the AI for Architects newsletter 👉https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gmJ3ExWV #AIforArchitects #AECInnovate2025 #ArchitectureBusiness #AIstrategy #AECLeadership #DigitalTransformation #DesignTech #FutureOfWork

Feeling overwhelmed by AI? You’re not alone. 🤖 This month's AI for Architects newsletter is all about keeping things simple. We’re sharing a clear starting point if you’re just getting into AI, plus a podcast episode with Richard Petrie on how architects can use AI to market smarter. Check it out! And if you want AI insights sent straight to your inbox, click the link in the comments to subscribe. 😊

New Episode 🎙️ 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲 Why do so many architects struggle with getting leads, or worse, with clients questioning their fees? In this episode, Aya Shlachter, M. Arch., Assoc. AIA interviews Richard Petrie, founder of the Architect Marketing Institute, to unpack the real root of these challenges. Richard shares his journey from professional sports to architecture marketing and introduces his SIX+ai framework—a system that combines psychology, niching, and AI tools to help architects build a smarter, more strategic marketing engine. 💡 Episode Takeaways: -Niching down simplifies your message and attracts better-fit clients. -Many architects mistake symptoms (like lead scarcity) for deeper marketing issues. -Generalist messaging weakens your marketing power. -AI tools can dramatically improve your positioning and client outreach. -Richard’s SIX+ai system uses AI agents to automate and strengthen your messaging. -Storytelling and psychology play a major role in marketing success. -You don’t need to be a tech expert to onboard AI tools into your practice. -You won’t lose a project to AI, but you will lose to an architect using it. 🎧 Don’t miss this insightful episode! Stay ahead of AI trends in architecture by subscribing to the AI for Architects newsletter 👉 https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gmJ3ExWV #AIforArchitects #marketing #businessgrowth

It’s here: Our most in-depth AI guide yet! This week’s AI for Architects newsletter includes a first look at our 100+ page white paper—packed with real reviews of 50+ AI tools reshaping the AEC industry. Plus, thoughts on AI’s creative potential, upcoming industry events, and tools we’re genuinely excited about. Check it out—and if you want updates like this in your inbox, the link’s in the comments. 👇

If you're an architect trying to wrap your head around AI, this is for you. Our team at MGS Global Group spent the past year testing over 50 AI tools, so you don’t have to. From design to drafting, we explored how these tools are being used in architecture firms. We evaluated and scored them, and pulled together case studies and tool directories into one comprehensive guide. This white paper is a practical resource to help architects make smarter, more informed decisions about AI. ✅ 50+ tools tested for generative design, visualization & drafting ✅ Real-world case studies from our team at MGS Global Group ✅ A full plug-in directory + a scoring system to help you compare quickly ✅ Bonus: Get access to our weekly insights newsletter packed with practical, architect-friendly AI updates If you're exploring AI or feeling unsure where to begin, this guide is a great place to start. 👉 Download it free: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gz5pXuUz What tools are you curious about right now? Drop them in the comments 👇 #AIforArchitects #FutureOfArchitecture #AECIndustry

Last year, I was AI curious... then kinda AI anxious. I started thinking, "what if this tech replaces us?" So instead of panicking, I got to work. I spent the past year diving deep into AI for architecture, testing over 50 tools for generative design, visualization, and drafting with my team at MGS Global Group. We put everything we learned into one place 👉 The AI for Architects White Paper. It’s got: ✅ Our top tool picks ✅ Real-world case studies ✅ A full directory of tools + plug-ins ✅ A scoring system so you can compare fast This project isn’t sponsored. I’m doing this on my own to help the profession stay ahead and make smarter choices. I even launched the AI for Architects Podcast to share everything I’ve been learning along the way. If you're trying to figure out where AI fits into your workflow, this guide is a great place to start. Grab free early access here 👉 https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gKMv-MHN Let me know what tools you're curious about or already using 👇 #AIforArchitects #AEC #ArchitectureBusiness #AITools #DigitalTransformation #ArchitectsOnLinkedIn _________________________________ 👋 Hi, I'm Aya Shlachter - CEO of MGS Global Group, your trusted partner for construction documentation. Leading a global team providing 24/7 architectural support. Host of AI for Architects Podcast and Architect My Business podcasts, sharing insights on innovation and growth.

💡 Want better AI results? It starts with the right prompt. In this clip from AI for Architects, I share a key takeaway from the AI for Business workshop hosted by Melanie McGee of SkillSpout and We Can Code IT. One of the most valuable lessons was role-based prompt engineering, which means giving AI clear context to receive more strategic and relevant responses. As a firm owner, this approach helps me future-proof my business and explore new ideas in the AEC space using tools like ChatGPT 4.5. Want to hear the exact prompt I used to spark innovation? Watch this reel, then listen to the full episode. Link in bio! 🎧 #AIforBusiness #ArchitectureBusiness #PromptEngineering

This week’s AI for Architects newsletter features Hektar, a new AI tool making site planning quicker and smarter. Plus, a look at the upcoming Global AI Bootcamp and other ways AI is shaking things up in architecture and beyond. Check it out! And if you want updates like this in your inbox, the link’s in the comments. 👇

New Episode 🎙️ 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁: 𝗛𝗲𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗿'𝘀 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 How is AI reshaping the way architects design? In this episode, Aya Shlachter, M. Arch., Assoc. AIA, explores Hektar, a cutting-edge AI tool designed to enhance ideation and site planning. As AI continues to integrate into architectural workflows, understanding and utilizing AI-powered tools can boost efficiency, streamline feasibility studies, and accelerate decision-making. But will AI replace human creativity? Aya breaks it all down in this insightful conversation. 💡 Episode Takeaways: -AI literacy is crucial for the future of architectural practice. -Various AI tools support different stages of the design process. -Hektar simplifies ideation and site planning for architects. -AI can significantly speed up decision-making for property developers. -Feasibility studies become more efficient with AI integration. -Collaboration and knowledge-sharing drive AI innovation in architecture. -AI boosts productivity but won’t replace human creativity. -The adoption of AI in architecture is inevitable and already underway. 🎧 Don’t miss this insightful episode! Stay ahead of AI trends in architecture by subscribing to the AI for Architects newsletter 👉 https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gmJ3ExWV #AIForArchitects #AIEducation #DesignTech #AIandArchitecture