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I hope you have had a chance to visit our website and read our most recent blog “Labor Crunch to Tech Catalyst”.  In the blog I expressed how more questions are arising while researching the opinions and expectations of others about how AI/Robotics will affect the AEC Community.  Experts claim productivity will rise with automation and positive safety outcome improvements, which only raises more questions, such as: How will wages, job availability and work conditions be chang

Last week we only scratched the surface on how AI is affecting the AEC Community. As we seek for answers, we find ourselves facing more questions. Within the AEC Community we value and should applaud our labor force. Without them, who will bring our building dreams from the drawing boards to reality. Where are the true craftsmen? How can we embrace technology while maintaining craftsmanship as the labor force shrinks? Are we losing more talented labor to automation?

EMERGING TRENDS In 2025, the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) community is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by advancements in technology, sustainability imperatives, and innovative approaches to labor and project delivery. Here are the most significant emerging trends that AEC professionals should be aware of: Digital Transformation and Data-Driven Decision-Making Adopting digital tools, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), cloud collaborati

In the dynamic and rapidly evolving Architect, Engineer, and Construction (AEC) industry, professionals constantly seek reliable guidance and expertise to navigate the complexities of their projects. With over 45 years of experience in the field, Architex Resources has established itself as a trusted consulting business offering unparalleled support to architects, engineers, contractors and manufacture's reps alike. At the heart of Architex Resources' mission is the commitmen

This past week, I was knee-deep in researching several roofing projects for customers. I was tasked with researching potential projects and provide the basic four "W's" (who, what, when and where), a general description, rough square footage and the project status so they could determine if the projects were worth pursuing. Easy enough....until I opened the architectural drawings. The problem? There were no plan view dimensions. Not a single overall measurement. I thought I

Upcycling in Construction While working on our Eco-Friendly Home project, discussed in a recent blog, we researched and learned a lot...

A HEALTHY HOME Are you ready to redefine what “eco-friendly” really means in home design? Imagine a home that effortlessly conserves...

Contractor Playbook: Minimizing Delays from Procurement and Long Lead Items Long lead items and unpredictable supply chains can severely...

A GUIDE TO MINIMIZE PROJECT DELAYS Architect’s Guide : Managing Procurement and Long Lead Items to Minimize Project Delays Imagine your...

BLUEPRINT BLUNDERS Construction document errors, compounded by poor communication and data management, account for a majority of change...

Drawing Errors Can Lead to Project Delays Successful construction hinges on precise and clear design documents. Even minor errors in...

It’s All In the Details In the world of construction, success doesn’t happen by chance—it is built on a solid foundation of planning,...

Are we depending too much on the digital age? In traditional architecture education—especially “back in the Dark Ages”—students learned...

Are they up to standards? Question #1 – What Should the AEC Community Expect from a Manufacturer’s Architectural Representative? Are...

Who wins in Document Conflict? (Specs vs Drawings) In construction projects, accuracy and clarity are everything. Yet, even with the most...

Choose the Right Manufacturing Partner Choosing the right manufacturing partner is crucial for the success of your architecture or...

SOW In the world of architecture and construction, a well-defined scope of work (SOW) is the foundation of a successful project. By...

Tacoma Narrows Bridge (1940) Throughout history, even iconic structures have exposed critical design flaws—some catastrophic, others...

The Impact of Design Errors Have you ever pondered the hidden costs associated with architectural errors? Architectural detail...

Flowchart illustrating the impacts of accepting the lowest bid on design quality, highlighting outcomes such as reduced quality,...