INNOVATE WEEK

Delivers a week of transformative events leading into Chicago Innovate 2025 (September 25–28), bringing together architects, engineers, contractors, and technology innovators through high-impact Innovation Exchange sessions and Tech Pioneer roundtables.

Through focused gatherings featuring live demonstrations and structured networking, participants engage with emerging technologies like AI and LLM while forming meaningful partnerships between AEC practitioners and solution providers.

Tools and Processes - Next-Generation Digital Innovation Platforms
September 22nd
(virtual round table)

Augmented Reality Content Creation
AI-Driven Architectural Automation
Open-Source 3D Geospatial Visualization
Cross-Platform Spatial Computing Integration

FREE TICKET

Jesper Wallgren
Co-Founder at Finch

Greg Tran

CEO & Co-Founder at Trace - Augmented Reality

Cory BArr

Realtime Rendering Artist and Engineer

CHi-BIM MeetUP
september 23th
(in person event)

On-Site BIM Challenges for Designers - Construction Administration Phase

BIM Adoption
Site Observations and Documentation
GC/Subs Collaboration
Reality Capture

FREE TICKET

AI IN AEC

September 24th

(in person event)

Join us for an engaging round table discussion focused on intersection of AI, architecture, and innovation in Chicago. This session will bring together AEC participants to share, explore startup, and discuss the future of technology in the architectural field Don't miss the to connect with industry leaders and collaborate on groundbreaking ideas. look forward to seeing you there!