#043 - Adria Tarrida - Advancing Sustainability in Construction through Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)
We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Adria Tarrida, Co-Founder and CEO of HESTI, on our Bricks and Bytes podcast. Adria discussed Advancing Sustainability in Construction through Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).
Here are some of the highlights from the episode:
- Implement a problem-centric, rather than solution-focused approach.
- Adopt a purpose-driven mindset for both positive impact and financial success.
- Understand your target audience by applying the ‘Mom’s Test’.
- Continuously iterate and involve customers to develop effective solutions.
- Learn from other industries in order to innovate.
- Discern the challenges of MMC adoption.
- Build trust with customers through structural warranties.
- Explore crowdfunding as a potential source of funding.
- Stay curious, continue to learn, and connect with people.
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Adria Tarrida, Co-Founder and CEO of HESTI
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#044 - Justin Saeheng - Lessons in Adaptation: Translating Rapid Evolution from Big Tech to Construction Tech
In this episode, we had Justin Saehang, a Construction Tech Startup Advisor and Founder of Almansor Group, sharing insights on the differences between Big tech and Construction tech. He provided valuable advice for startups in construction, from product management to scaling teams. A must-listen for those driving innovation in the industry.
Here are some key takeaways from the episode:
Justin's diverse career showcases curiosity and a love for learning.
Construction tech faces challenges due to slow adoption.
Big tech's execution benefits construction companies.
Demographics and leadership influence tech adoption in construction.
Data analysis drives improvements in the construction industry.
Understanding the field deeply is essential for building successful construction products.
Flexibility and feedback-driven adjustments are key to building effective products.
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Justin Saeheng, Construction Tech & Industrial Start-up Advisor - Almansor Group
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#066 - Jamie Dalton - From Hard Hats To High Tech: Bridging The Construction Tech Gap
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Jamie Dalton, Founder of Built In Digital.
Learn about software adoption in construction, high-impact technology areas across the AEC industry, mixed reality, and more!
Tune in to find out about:
Impact of software adoption on construction
How to convince people to use tech
How to train staff with new tech products
Areas of the AEC industry that need technology
Logical thinking and problem-solving
If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!
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Jamie Dalton | Founder of Built In Digital and Technical Services Manager at ISG | ConTech
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:43) - Intro
(00:02:43 - 00:05:24) - How Built In Digital started
(00:05:24 - 00:09:35) - Key Lessons Learnt
(00:09:35 - 00:14:35) - How to convince people to use tech in their business
(00:14:35 - 00:30:40) - How to train staff with new products
(00:30:40 - 00:35:10) - What areas of Construction need Technology
(00:35:10 - 00:41:46) - Mixed Reality
(00:41:46 - 00:44:44) - How to think logically
(00:44:44 - 00:44:44) - Outro
On today's show we have Sankha Deep who is the founder and product lead at Lattice - construction supply chain visibility platform.
In this episode, we talk about:
supply chain issues
implementation of construction technology
good and bad software
new business models.
If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.
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Sankha Deep | Founder and product lead at Lattice
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 --> 00:01:08 - Intro
00:01:08 --> 00:01:51 - Sponsor
00:01:51 --> 00:07:13 - Differences and similarities in the tech scene between the UK and India
00:07:13 --> 00:09:33 - Introducing Lattice
00:09:33 --> 00:12:11 - Software implementation in construction technology
00:12:11 --> 00:14:12 - Picking a software suitable for your business’s needs
00:14:12 --> 00:18:10 - Core problems that Lattice solves
00:18:10 --> 00:23:39 - Business model as a service
00:23:39 --> 00:25:07- Lessons that construction industry can learn from other industries
00:25:07 --> 00:26:31 - Sankha’s experience in fintech
00:26:31 --> 00:28:15 - Cost differences in fintech and construction industry
00:28:15 --> 00:30:48 - Ways of preventing founders from creating a bad software
00:30:48 --> 00:32:11 - Secret source for a sucessulf business
00:32:11 --> 00:33:31 - Sankha’s usual day
00:33:31 --> 00:34:12 - Book recommendation
00:34:12 --> 00:36:54 - Number one productivity hack
00:36:54 --> 00:38:45 - Our book recommendation
00:38:45 --> 00:39:43 - Our top podcast guests
00:39:43 --> 00:40:18 - More about Sankha
00:40:18 --> 00:40:36 - Outro
Unicorns, Coast's $40M Raise, and $34 Billion in Construction Tech Funding - Why Headcount Growth Might Be Misleading
Construction tech funding is booming, but is it all hype?
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about Coast's impressive $40 million Series B raise for their financial services platform in transportation.
We also got insights on the surprising growth in construction tech funding, reaching 0.53% of total venture capital.
Plus, we heard a critical take on using headcount growth as a measure of startup success.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why Coast is attracting big investment
✅ The unexpected trends in construction tech funding
✅ Why unicorns in the sector are both rising and falling
✅ What really matters when evaluating startups (it's not just numbers)
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Company Mentioned
Coast
Brex
Veev
Nexii
Autodesk
Trimble
FlashTrack
Procore
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:32 Introduction to Coast: Financial Services Platform for Transportation
06:12 Coast's Funding and Investors
10:23 Assessing the Viability of Coast's Target Market
13:42 Analysis of Coast's Funding Rounds and Revenue Growth
18:07 Discussion on Investor Perceptions and Series B Funding
19:09 Market News: ConstruTech Funding Landscape
23:21 Analysis of Funding Trends in ConstruTech
27:45 Hype and Funding Rounds in Construction Technology
32:18 The Growth of Highly Substantiated Companies
36:26 The Asian Market and Funding Rounds
37:25 The Changing Landscape of Exits
41:41 Headcount Growth as a Metric for Startup Evaluation
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Fencing - The Hidden Gold Mine in Construction Tech & Nexii's Surprising Comeback
Is the fencing industry secretly one of the most profitable sectors in construction?
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about EverFence's $7.7 million Series A funding, showing strong interest in the fencing market.
We also discussed Nexii's attempt to relaunch after going into liquidation, highlighting the challenges in offsite modular construction.\
Plus, we got candid insights from Patric on why advice from generalist VCs might be hurting construction tech startups.
Tune in to find out:
✅ Why fencing companies can see up to 200% profit margins
✅ The pros and cons of asset-heavy vs. asset-light models in construction
✅ How bad VC advice is affecting construction tech startups
✅ Why founders should be wary of VCs who can't admit what they don't know
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Company Mentioned:
EverFence
Ergion
Nexii
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GUEST: Holobuilder’s Path To $34m Exit, Mo Akbari’s Journey Building The Pioneering Reality Capture Tool
Ever wonder how a startup goes from $8M to a big exit in construction tech?
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about HoloBuilder's journey from raising $8M to being acquired by Faro.
We also found out that despite big investments, the reality capture market still has room to grow. Companies like Cupix and Faro are leading, but there's space for new ideas in robotics and AI.
Plus, we got insights on how some VCs are betting on AI startups, hoping to find the next big winner.
Tune in to discover:
✅ Why job site pizza beats expensive marketing in construction tech
✅ The potential of scan-to-BIM technology
✅ How some AI startups raise millions with just a pitch deck
✅ Why product adoption matters more than fancy tech in construction
Listen to the full episode on Spotify to learn more about construction tech and startup funding strategies.
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Company Mentioned:
Faro
Frankfurt Airport
Siemens
Autodesk
Contilio
Disperse
OpenSpace
Cupix
Doxel
HoloBuilder
Matterport
Hansel Phelps
Buildots
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:09 The Journey of HoloBuilder: From Manufacturing to Construction
08:41 The Go-to-Market Strategy of HoloBuilder
14:20 The Decision to Exit HoloBuilder
23:15 The Three Components of Reality Capture in Construction Tech
28:03 Competition in the Reality Capture Space
35:18 Success Factors in Reality Capture Solutions
39:56 The Evolving Reality Capture Market and Market Leaders
41:33 Funding Challenges and Valuation Drops in Construction Tech
45:26 The Importance of Adoption and User Engagement in Construction Tech
57:34 Niche Markets and Disrupting Workflows in Construction Tech
01:09:43 Building Strong Customer Relationships in the Construction Tech Industry
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€5.7M VC Bet To Retrofit Europe’s Housing Stock, "Pay What You Want" models and Nemetschek to India - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
Could a "Cloud Installer" approach help insulate 30 million European homes faster?
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about Varm's €5.7M seed round for their innovative insulation business. They're using a "Cloud Installer" approach to scale across Europe.
We also discussed Nemetschek Group entering India's construction software market, starting with university partnerships.
Plus, Patric Hellermann shared why he's excited about Varm and his thoughts on "pay what you want" pricing for software.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ How insulation can cut energy costs by up to 40%
✅ Challenges of selling €2,500 software licenses in India
✅ Varm's plan to train and equip local insulation businesses
✅ Why "pay what you want" pricing might not work for high R&D software
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Companies Mentioned :
Foundamental
VARM
Koala Insulation
Enpal
Thermondo
1.5 degrees
Service Titan
Autodesk
Bentley
Hexagon
Nemechek Group
Trimble
Rayon
AOPropTech
Emerge
Pale Blue Dot
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Funding Round
02:32 Varm's Focus on Insulating Existing Buildings
05:41 Cloud Installer: Varm's Business Model
10:09 Blow-In Insulation: A High ROI Measure
28:06 Introduction to Nemechek Group's Expansion into India
31:59 The Potential of the Indian AEC Software Market
36:26 Challenges of Pricing Models in the Indian Market
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