The evolution of the digital built environment is well under way. Digital innovation and BIM technology have the capacity to transform the process of design, construction and management of smart buildings and smart cities. 

Connected home technology is one of the fastest-growing areas of the “internet of things” or IoT. Smart security, smart thermostats, connected appliances and smart lighting are at the forefront of smart devices in the home, which tend to focus on convenience, remote operation and energy efficiency. 

Whether its smart lock systems in student accommodation, home air-conditioning connected to the user’s phone, voice recognition systems like Amazon’s Alexa, or remotely accessed video doorbells, more and more interconnected technologies are becoming a part of buildings.

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