CPD & CE Credits
Presented ByArtificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Architecture with Applications in Tiling | 10am - 1.15pm
Speaker: Patrick Loo | Renoir
Synopsis: How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Architectural Visualisation in Practice.
This talk explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping architectural visualisation in practice. Patrick Loo, a registered architect, will walk through real-world examples across projects ranging from residential homes to billion-dollar developments. No hype, no buzzwords, just practical applications used by architects and interior designers today.
The session will show how AI can help communicate the cultural intent and design nuance behind a project, transforming concepts into aspirational, photo-realistic imagery. You will learn why high-quality rendering has become essential for presentations, marketing, and stakeholder alignment, and how the latest tools make this process faster and more accessible than ever.
Presented by Renoir, a leader in premium visualisation for the AEC industry.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand how AI-powered visualisation tools are influencing architectural communication and design presentation.
- Apply AI-based workflows to translate sketches, product imagery, or 3D models into high-quality architectural visuals.
- Assess the potential efficiency gains of AI-assisted rendering compared with traditional visualisation methods.
Speaker: Fernanda Fiuzu | Central Innovation | Principal BIM Specialist
Synopsis: Mastering Open BIM: Fundamentals and Best Practices.
In this talk, Fernanda will explore the principles of Open BIM and its benefits for collaboration, coordination, and interoperability in architectural projects. It will provide practical guidance on preparing and exchanging models across different software platforms, along with best practices for maintaining clear, coordinated, and efficient workflows. Attendees will gain insights into how Open BIM enhances communication between disciplines, streamlines project delivery, and enables more effective use of BIM tools.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the core principles of Open BIM and its role in improving collaboration and coordination across disciplines.
- Explore practical workflows and strategies for preparing, exchanging, and managing BIM models effectively between different software platforms.
- Identify best practices for implementing Open BIM to streamline project delivery, ensure model accuracy, and enhance interoperability.
Speaker: Charles Hendricks | Tile Warehouse
Synopsis: Visualisation Coming to Life: The Future is Here
In a world overflowing with design inspiration, trends, and competing ideas, the challenge is no longer imagining a space — it’s bringing the client’s vision to life with clarity and confidence. In this presentation, we explore how modern visualisation tools are transforming the way architects, designers, and clients experience tile selection. From advanced digital renders to large format samples and realistic installations, the future of specification is about turning concepts into tangible outcomes. By using the right tools, we can cut through the noise, align expectations, and ensure the final tiled space delivers exactly what the client envisioned — proving that when it comes to surfaces, not all tiles are created equal.
Identify key visualisation tools used in the specification of tile and surface finishes and understand how these tools assist architects and designers in communicating design intent to clients and project stakeholders.
Evaluate the impact of tile selection variables — including format, material type, surface finish, colour variation, and installation pattern — on the final visual and functional outcome of a designed space.
Apply strategies to accurately translate design concepts into built results by utilising visualisation, product samples, and specification best practice to align client expectations with construction realities.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the role of resilient infrastructure in future-focused urban planning.
- Explore medium-density housing solutions that address climate and societal uncertainty.
- Identify design approaches that enhance long-term community adaptability.
- Learn about material innovations and system strategies for infrastructure durability.
- Compare traditional density models with flexible, future-proofed alternatives.
