Pixels to Places: Building Immersive Futures in AEC

Foster + Partners is renowned for its ground-breaking innovation in design and technology, showcased through a diverse portfolio of global projects, including the iconic Swiss Re building in London and the Apple Campus in Cupertino.

Join David Gillespie and Paris Nikitidis from the Applied R+D team (Applied Research + Development), a multidisciplinary group dedicated to cutting-edge research. In this session, they will discuss the pioneering design tools the group has been developing and the strategic integration of XR and immersive technologies, and how these can blur the boundaries between realities and experiences in immersive design, visualization, and marketing.
Discover how they tackle complex challenges by introducing innovative technologies in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) to enhance creativity, collaboration, and project delivery. Whether you're a designer, architect, or technology enthusiast, this session promises valuable insights and inspiration on the future of immersive spatial technologies in our increasingly technologically mediated world.