Event

Architecture & innovation: From AI & emerging technologies to real-world impact.

Name: Architecture & innovation: From AI & emerging technologies to real-world impact.
Start: 2026-09-22
End: 2026-09-22

Hosted by S&W, this event reflects our ongoing commitment to the architecture sector, supporting leading practices to embrace innovation, unlock value from technology, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

22 Sep Frameless Galleries, Marble Arch, London, W1H 7EJ Speakers

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About the event

We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive breakfast event bringing together senior leaders from across the architectural community.

As advances in artificial intelligence, computational design and visualisation tools accelerate, they are fundamentally reshaping how architecture is conceived, communicated and delivered. This session will explore how leading practices and people are applying these technologies, not only to enhance design but also to drive better business outcomes, improve efficiency and unlock new value.

Bringing together perspectives from across practice, technology and innovation, the event will focus on real-world applications and the evolving future of design.

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Time & Location

22 September 2026 9 am - 12 pm

Frameless Galleries, Marble Arch, London, W1H 7EJ Get directions

Agenda

The session will explore:

• How advanced visualisation and modelling tools are transforming the design process
• The growing role of AI in augmenting design thinking and accelerating workflows
• How firms can translate technology adoption into measurable business value and enhance efficiencies
• How innovative architectural practices can access funding, reliefs, and incentives to boost their businesses

Our speakers

Joe Robson

Managing Director, AVR London

Joe is an architect and technology specialist with extensive experience in architectural visualisation, immersive technologies and digital design. As the founder of AVR London, a leading visualisation studio, he has pioneered the use of AI, VR and real-time technologies in architectural practice. Joe also lectures at the University of Bath, the University of Kent and the Architectural Association, and serves on the Landscape Institute's Knowledge & Practice Committee.
Joe Stansfield

Director, Charcoalblue

The Charcoalblue director leads its global design services and is a pioneer in the use of advanced, proprietary tools to model and optimise sightlines, transforming how performance spaces are designed and experienced.
Mark Bowden

Head of Data and AI Enablement, S&W

Mark advises organisations on how to implement AI in a practical, business-focused way, from data and governance foundations through to embedding AI into operations to enable firms to improve decision-making, increase efficiency and realise tangible commercial value from new technologies.
Jessica Brook

Director

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