The Daily Blueprint Dec 16, 2025

Snapshot

ARKANCE launches AI-powered BIMLOGIQ for Revit, Technical University of Munich maps 2.75 billion buildings, Tvasta partners with CEPT on 3D printing lab.

New Innovations and Partnerships

ARKANCE launches BIMLOGIQ to enhance AEC workflows: ARKANCE announces the launch of BIMLOGIQ, an AI-powered tool for Autodesk Revit that automates BIM tasks and improves productivity. (laotiantimes.com)

Europe’s largest 3D printed housing project moves forward: A major 3D printed housing project in Germany nears completion, showcasing advancements in construction technology. (all3dp.com)

3D map of 2.75 billion buildings launched: The Technical University of Munich introduces GlobalBuildingAtlas, a high-resolution 3D map of 2.75 billion buildings worldwide, aimed at enhancing urban planning and climate research. (gim-international.com)

Tvasta and CEPT University launch 3D concrete printing lab: Tvasta Manufacturing Solutions is partnering with CEPT University to establish a robotic concrete printing workshop for research into printed facades, structural systems, and prefab building components. (edexlive.com)

Opinions

Rodney Brooks challenges the humanoid robot hype cycle: Foundamental investor Gabriele Tinelli unpacks Rodney Brooks' case that bipedal humanoids lack necessary dexterity and pose safety risks, while wheeled semi-humanoids from Unitree and Sunday Robotics prioritize battery life and stability over human-like form. (substack.com)

AI data center boom may delay infrastructure projects nationwide: Autodesk CEO Anagnost warns that private data center construction is pulling workers and resources away from state and local infrastructure projects, potentially slowing roads, bridges, and transit work as labor shortages intensify under immigration restrictions. (techcrunch.com)