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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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Stacking Atoms

"Stacking Atoms" is a series by Foundamental that explores construction's unique processes, hidden workflows, and unwritten rules across different segments and global markets. We don't aim to perfectly describe every detail, but rather to spotlight insights that help founders and innovators connect with construction experts around relevant workflows, removing unknown-unknowns and providing terminology that bridges innovation and industry expertise.

The Daily Blueprint

The Daily Blueprint is Foundamental's daily newsletter covering everything AEC tech globally — from startup funding and M&A to product launches, partnerships, regulation shifts, and industry trends across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas. It's the daily signal on what's shaping the future of how we design, build, and operate the real world, while most competitors focus solely on the US market.

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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Prefab Construction: Everything You Need to Know
Learn what prefab construction is, how it works, the main types of prefabricated construction, and how prefab vs modular construction compare in this guide.
Stacking Atoms
The State of the Project Economy 2026
Foundamental's 2026 view of the project economy. $15T market, broken productivity, four structural demand drivers, and where capital is flowing.
Articles
Construction VC vs ConTech vs AEC-Tech Explained
This article explains how construction venture capital, ConTech VC, and AEC-Tech VC differ, where the boundaries sit, and why the distinctions matter.
Stacking Atoms
AI Insourcing Is Here and Someone Is Accidentally Betting Against It
AI is shrinking white-collar service budgets fast. See how $100K RFP projects now cost $10K and which service businesses will survive the insourcing wave.
Practical Nerds
What Is Construction Management Software: A Quick Guide
What is construction management software? Learn how it works, key features, what the top tools are and why it's the backbone of modern construction.
Stacking Atoms
CDE Meaning: Common Data Environment Definition and Uses
A Common Data Environment centralizes project information in one secure location. Learn what CDEs are, their benefits, and how to implement them.
Stacking Atoms
Digital Twins in Construction: A Practical Guide
A digital twin is a living model of your building. See real-time data from sensors, predict maintenance needs, and optimize performance everyday.
Stacking Atoms
What is BIM? A complete guide to Building Information Modeling Explained
BIM is the shared digital model that replaces blueprints with data. Learn how architects, engineers, and contractors use it to reduce costs and build better.
Stacking Atoms
Integrating vs. developing tech - A strategic lesson for project economy founders Pt. 3
Bessemer invented steel's future, Carnegie captured its fortune. Learn why execution beats invention and what it means for builders today.
Articles
The Engineering-Org of the Future: Bet-Taking Factories and Commercial AI Engineers
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