Technology + Built Environment
Smart Building Magazine Column, The Smart Chronicles
The author critiques the RIBA Plan of Work for not effectively integrating smart building design. He advocates for early involvement of designers, agile project management, and procurement processes to match market capabilities. The columnist anticipates changes under the new RIBA President Muyiwa Oki and invites readers to join a taskforce for standard PoW overlay.
In his September 2023 column, Dr. Matthew Marson addresses the integrity issues within the PropTech industry, highlighting misleading marketing claims and dishonest practices. He warns readers to verify vendor claims and emphasizes the importance of credibility in decision-making. As an experienced leader in Smart Buildings, Dr. Marson provides insightful observations on industry challenges and trends.
In his August 2023 column, Matthew Marson reflects on the parallels between modern AI capabilities and those of the Terminator’s Cyberdyne Systems Model T101. He expresses a mix of optimism and cynicism about AI’s potential in smart building design, expressing concern about potential drawbacks and the impact on design uniqueness.
The July 2023 column discusses the evolution of smart building mobile apps and introduces the Apple Vision Pro as a potential game-changer. It highlights the device’s user-friendly features, its focus on the physical world, and its potential to revolutionize spatial computing. The author, Matthew Marson, is an accomplished leader in the Smart Buildings industry.
In the June 2023 column, Matthew Marson reflects on the lack of meaningful progress in PropTech conferences, emphasizing the need for genuine insights and practical learnings. Despite disappointment, he notes a prevailing optimism for technology in the industry. He encourages speakers to consider audience engagement and niche perspectives for more impactful conference experiences.