How the world designs, approves, and builds for the future
AI is shifting from general productivity tools to city-specific applications that improve municipal operations, planning, safety, and services. Key use cases range from asset management, digital permitting, and urban planning to public safety and citizen engagement....
AI is already transforming commercial real estate—from site planning and permitting to operations, valuation, leasing, and security—making faster, smarter, and more sustainable development the new baseline rather than a future vision. The real risk isn’t AI replacing...
Human-AI collaboration reduces expensive delays, improves accuracy, and helps applicants submit higher-quality plans in the building permit review process. Explainable AI in building permit software creates consistency and trust—supporting plan reviewers while freeing...
In today’s digital world, safeguarding your data isn’t optional; it’s essential. At Archistar, protecting your sensitive information has always been a core priority. Now, we're proud to announce a significant milestone in that commitment: Archistar is officially ISO...
Many Australians are buying and developing properties overseas, particularly in the United States. Discover one key to their success. There’s been a lot of Australian property investors and developers going places—literally. This is because of their desire to expand...
Not all properties are valued equally. Whether you own or are in the process of buying a property, it’s vital to keep yourself up-to-date with its value to avoid being shortchanged. As you know, the property market is continually evolving. As such, ensuring you have...
Now that you’ve found the right home to invest in or redevelop, you may think that the job is done. The truth is, the next step can make or break the deal. Making an offer is a pivotal step in property acquisition. But most property investors and developers don’t...
Not all sites are created equal. To ensure your next property development project gives you a great profit, discover the key factors to look into when choosing a site. “Location, location, location.” This is an age-old mantra that’s prevalent in the property...
If you’re looking for your next property to develop or invest in, doing your due diligence is a must. This will ensure your chosen property will give you a nice profit. Start your research here. The stakes have never been higher in the intricate landscape of property...
One of the first things a property developer must do before embarking on a new project is to consider the slope of the land. Discover how much slope is acceptable. The reality is that many lands have diverse terrains, making property development not a straightforward...
Before doing any design and construction work, property developers must first understand the natural lay of a land. And one crucial area they must look into is the slope’s incline. A landscape's incline, or its degree of steepness, impacts the direction of property...
In property development, the optimal use of land requires identifying its topography. And one important consideration is its slope. There is a critical determinant that can significantly influence a property's value, usability, and potential. And that is understanding...
In recent years, property developers have benefitted immensely from leveraging aerial software and technology. If you haven’t already started using it, you may be wondering how aerial software can help in property development? Aerial software can provide access to...
For architects and property developers, conducting a title search on a property is critical when buying, selling, or refinancing. Running a title search means accessing public records that detail the ownership of a property, ensuring there are no discrepancies, and...
For architects and property developers, various industry jargon and technical terms are used on a daily basis. It’s essential to become familiar with them because misunderstandings have the potential to lead to big mistakes. Among these crucial terms are slope and...
There's an undeniable appeal to Victoria, with its vast landscapes and diverse vegetation. But that appeal is also the source of challenges in the form of bushfires that regularly threaten parts of the state. As a homeowner or property developer in Victoria, you want...
One aspect of property development that’s often overlooked is calculating the floor space ratio. What property developers don’t realise is that it’s a more straightforward process than they think. Floor space ratio (FSR) is a concept that every property developer...
One effective way to ensure you’ll make the most out of your property is by understanding FSR. What’s more, this knowledge will also help you avoid legal headaches. As a property developer, one concept you must have a full understanding of is the floor space ratio or...
The Housing Crisis: How Developers Can Turn Challenges into Opportunities Here’s the unsurprising truth: finding the right home in Australia is becoming harder. Median prices for houses and apartments in Sydney have shot up to $1.27 million at the beginning of 2023....
This guide aims to demystify the concept of bushfire zones, and highlight the steps you can take to figure out if your property falls within one.
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