EDITORIAL
EDITORIAL TEAM
EDITOR Patricia Karamuta Baariu
“ Are you aware
SUB EDITORS George Arabbu Nakoli Maloba Nisha Shah Sylvester Oluoch Brenda Nyawara
of the software trends within the industry? ”
EDITOR’S NOTE Technology has become the very heartbeat of the 21st Century. It takes various forms that aid in efficiency of processes, prouct satisfaction and ultimately consumer value. It is not a surprise therefore that every sector of the economy continues to embrace technology in a quest to aid its advancement. The built environment is no different and that is why this issue of BuildPress explores this wide subject of new technology in construction. Building Management Systems have been with us and they keep evolving. In this issue, we look at how they can aid us in effective management of natural resources with the aim of combating climate change. Is Artificial Intelligence applicable to the built environment? How? Well, one of our articles explores how sites can be mapped using AI. Further, one of our contributors posits that there is a place for digital technology in management of workers on construction sites. Are you aware of the software trends within the industry? And how much do you know about the Safari Green Building Index?
In this issue of BuildPress you will get deeper insights on these topics and so much more. It is our hope that after reading through the articles we have compiled you will better come up with solutions to challenges plaguing the industry and see opportunities on matters technology where the built environment is concerned. Sincere gratitude goes to each individual and team that has made this publication possible. Specifically, accolades go to our article contributors, the editorial committee, magazine advertisers, sponsors, the AAK secretariat, the AAK leadership, the magazine design and layout team, publishing team, and you, our reader, for continuously inspiring us to keep doing this. Have an wont’ you!
innovative
read,
Patricia K. Baariu Editor, BuildPress Magazine Corporate & Council Member, L.and Arch Chapter, AAK
CONTRIBUTORS Wahu Njoroge Valerie Ondari Marylyn Mumbua Lameck Owesi Kimani Mburu George Arabbu Dishon Obwaya Charles D. Ogeto Carol Njeri Bruce Mugola Brian Boit Brain Babu Kariuki Lina Jamwa-Musibi PRODUCTION MANAGER Lina Jamwa - Musibi Christine Mwaura Gillian Kipkemboi DESIGN & LAYOUT Ashley Mwangi PUBLISHED BY The Architectural Association of Kenya P.O BOX 44258 – 00100 Nairobi Tel: 020 242 0806 Mobile: 0721 691 337 Email: aak@aak.or.ke www.aak.or.ke DISCLAIMER All correspondence to the editor are assumed to be intended for publishing. The opinions expressed in the articles in this magazine reflect the views of the author(s) and not necessarily the views of the Editor or the Association as a whole. The authors, publishers and editors accept no responsibility for any loss, financial or otherwise, sustained by any other person using this information. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in retrieval systems or transmitted in any form or any means without prior written permission from AAK. All rights reserved.
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Issue 004 | December 2021
