Listen "Episode 11: AI Interview with Leonardo da Vinci — How has technology and now AI affected home building"
Episode Synopsis
What would Leonardo da Vinci think if he stepped into the world of modern homebuilding?In this special episode, Rick Bell explores the evolution of design and construction through a unique, AI-powered conversation with the Renaissance master.This imaginative discussion bridges the gap between the past and the present, highlighting how tools and techniques have advanced—from parchment sketches and drafting tables to CAD software, 3D modeling, 3D printing, robotics, and smart home automation.Leonardo’s reflections underscore that while technology changes, the fundamentals of symmetry, proportion, and imagination remain central to great design.What You’ll LearnHow design tools advanced from parchment and drafting tables to CAD software and immersive 3D modelingWhy Renaissance principles of symmetry and proportion continue to guide modern designHow 3D printing is changing the way homes are built, layer by layerThe growing role of robotics, drones, and automation in construction projects How artificial intelligence is being used to generate designs, predict needs, and optimize planningThe ways smart home technology is reshaping comfort, efficiency, and daily living Why innovation in construction is always tied to imagination and human creativityHow looking back at history can help us understand where homebuilding is headedGlossary of TermsDrafting Tools – Early instruments such as parchment, quills, and later mechanical pencils, used to create architectural drawings.CAD (Computer-Aided Design) – Software programs such as AutoCAD and Revit that allow for precise 2D and 3D design of buildings.3D Printing (Construction) – The process of constructing homes by extruding concrete in layers with large-scale printers.Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Technology that assists in design, flaw detection, and predictive planning in architecture and construction.Smart Home – A residence equipped with systems that automate lighting, climate, appliances, and security through digital or voice control.Building Automation – The use of robotics, drones, and other technologies to streamline and improve construction processes. Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4LzDQNSaAk15tm1rM8J6eo 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-insiders-guide-to-custom-homes/id1815798115 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TIGTCH 🌐 Website: https://tigtch.com Connect with Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tigtchpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TIGTCHPODCAST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-insiders-guide-to-custom-homes Resources & Links Landmark Custom Homes: https://www.landmarkcustomhomes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homesbylandmark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-bell-lch Email Rick: [email protected]...
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