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Our library of thoughts about everything AECS-Tech, spanning design, construction, renovation, blue-collar and robotics, B2B marketplaces, supply chains and logistics. Plus the occasional sneak peeks into the Foundamental family life.

Practical Nerds

The latest in venture and technology in the real world, from construction-tech to design-tech. Two early-stage investors shooting the breeze about startups, founders and venture funding. We talk about design, construction, renovation, blue-collar, robotics and supply chains. Hosted by Patric Hellermann and Shub Bhattacharya, General Partners at Foundamental

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AEC_VC

Reflections of a VC in AEC technology (architecture, engineering and construction-tech). What fascinated me last week.

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The Foundamentary

In what might be a world premiere - a VC firm allowing an external documentary team inside - Foundamental’s General Partners sit down with the Bricks & Bytes Documentary team for an unfiltered view into our ‘kitchen’.

From Foundamental’s unique origin story, over controversial takes on the future of AECS and venture, to the philosophies powering Foundamental’s decisions and portfolio success, this documentary series offers a first-of-its-kind behind the scenes access to the people, strategies, and hard-earned learnings of Foundamental.

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Covering a spectrum of verticals on construction, 3D and design, including renovation, blue-collar workforce and robotics, supply chains and logistics.

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If you ever get exhausted by our takes on the real world, here’s what the real world says about itself.

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The AEC-Tech Internet Index
The largest web traffic and trends analysis for ventures in architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) technology ever done worldwide. Contains hundreds of the most-funded AEC-Tech startups and scale-ups. Published monthly.
Articles
Markets Observatory
Canvas - pioneering construction robotics, starting from drywalls
Canvas has developed robots that enable one operator to handle tasks typically requiring an entire crew, making construction work faster, safer, and more efficient.
Podcast
North America
Robotics | Hard-Tech
Performance Versus Purpose ⎟ The Truth About Venture Capital Content Creation
Two VCs discuss why most venture capital content is pure propaganda, how they approach their own podcast differently, and why authenticity matters more than polish.
Practical Nerds
Europe
Markets Observatory
Markets Meet Mindset ⎟ Indian IPO Power Signals Major Shift In Global Markets
As Western markets wobble, India's explosive growth and IPO surge signals a tectonic shift in global tech. Deep dive into what this means for construction tech and the future of venture capital.
Podcast
Asia-Pacific
Markets Observatory
India's blue-collar workers paradox pt. 3 - Rethinking manufacturing when humans aren't the answer
India’s skilled labor shortage hampers manufacturing, but automated micro-factories integrating robotics and software can solve quality and cost issues, positioning India as a global leader in high-value manufacturing.
Articles
Asia-Pacific
Workforce | Blue-Collar
Sentiment Shapes Success ⎟ How Market Optimism Is Driving A New IPO Wave
US election results spark renewed tech optimism. Mega rounds return with Databricks at $55B. Indian IPO market soars with Swiggy's $1.4B listing. The markets are turning - here's why.
Practical Nerds
North America
Markets Observatory
Markets Move Forward ⎟ IPO Signals And Growth Capital Shape Tech Future
Construction tech sees major funding with SYN2's $37M round, while broader tech markets signal IPO momentum. Plus, a candid look at VC-founder relationships and market dynamics.
Podcast
Europe
Markets Observatory
The Shocking Truth About AI vs Human Energy Efficiency in 3D Modeling
New research reveals humans are 875x more energy efficient than AI at creating 3D models for architecture. Here's why this matters for the future of AI in construction technology.
AEC_VC
Europe
Design | CAD | 2D | 3D
Global Growth Gains ⎟ Why Building For The US From Outside Creates Value
Discover how founders outside the US can leverage cost advantages to build successful US-focused businesses in construction tech, with insights on talent, valuation, and market entry strategies
Practical Nerds
Europe
Markets Observatory
Markets Move⎟When Energy Assessment Tools Miss The Heat Loss Mark
Diving into HomeBoost's $4M seed round, Oracle's lawsuit against Procore, and why B2B marketplaces in construction need the human touch to succeed.
Podcast
Europe
Markets Observatory
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