The Daily Blueprint Oct 17, 2025

Snapshot

Heidelberg Materials supplies low-carbon materials for 3D-printed housing, Nemetschek partners with NTU Singapore on construction AI, Buildots acquires Genda, Space Quarters raises $5M, University of Stuttgart automates Smart Readiness Indicator calculations.

New Innovations and Partnerships

New 3D-printed residential construction project begins in Heidelberg: Heidelberg Materials is providing CO2-reduced materials for the DREIHAUS project, marking a significant development in sustainable 3D construction. (agg-net.com)

Nemetschek Group partners with NTU Singapore for AI research: Nemetschek Group and NTU Singapore announced a partnership to advance AI solutions in sustainable construction. (mynewsdesk.com)

University of Stuttgart automates smart readiness indicator using BIM: University of Stuttgart researchers developed a BIM-based framework that automates Smart Readiness Indicator calculation through JSON data exchange, enabling automated floor-by-floor evaluation of building automation systems. (frontiersin.org)

Brick & Bolt launches GARANT for predictable real estate delivery: Brick & Bolt launches GARANT to reduce delays and cost overruns in Indian residential construction through standardized project management and compliance tracking. (aninews.in)

New prototype for building wall spraying robots developed: Researchers have created a prototype spraying robot using HCI control methods to enhance construction efficiency and safety. (nature.com)

Global partnership launched for sustainable building materials: The U.S. Green Building Council announces a new global partnership focused on aligning sustainable building materials. (usgbc.org)

Funding Rounds and M&A Activity

Buildots: Buildots announces the acquisition of Genda to integrate construction progress monitoring with workforce data. (morningstar.com)

Space Quarters: Space Quarters Inc. announces it has raised $5 million in a seed round to develop robotics and welding systems for space infrastructure. (newsbreak.com)

Stegra: Stegra announces a new financing round to fund its large-scale green steel plant in Boden, Sweden, aiming for operational start in 2026. (esgtoday.com)