This document discusses how construction in 2025 may change compared to today. It predicts that there will be: 1) Increased use of prefabrication where large prefabricated items are delivered precisely to sites just in time. 2) Extensive use of software and connected devices throughout the construction process from design through monitoring of the built structure. Data from scanning and monitoring devices will be integrated with digital models. 3) Advanced measuring techniques using laser scanners and monitoring using cameras, drones, and internet-connected devices to track progress and identify any issues.

1. CONSTRUCTION
IN 2025
WHAT WILL
CHANGE?
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2. A row of containers accommodates
not only small fabrication machines
producing parts but also movable
robotic welding machinery.
MORE PREFABRICATION
Large prefabricated items
that continuously arrive to
the site require punctual
logistics and planning.

3. SOFTWARE
IS EVERYWHERE
Models and mixed reality
help comparing the
design to the building
under construction.
Both the large machines
and small tools involve
lots of software. Some
machines are model-
controlled or robotic.

4. INTERNET OF
THINGS & DATA
Data from the scanners and
other devices on the site is
transferred to the models
for monitoring.
If a structural problem occurs,
it can be filmed using a
hardhat camera and shared
online with an expert engineer
who can help solve the issue.
Internet of things means that the
software-heavy machines and tools
are connected and online, and some
understand each other.

5. Tape
measures
have been
replaced
by laser
scanners.
MEASURING &
MONITORING
Web cameras monitor
progress and safety on the site.
Some cameras are attached to
drones for aerial photos that
help monitoring large sites.

6. DESIGN OFFICEDESIGN OFFICE
The level of automation is
growing. Data transfers
directly from the design
office to fabrication
machinery. Engineers
and detailers work hard
to produce accurate,
constructible models for
automated fabrication
and construction.
Less planning, scheduling
and problem solving take
place on the site, more at
the office.
Several reference models
create together the big
picture of the project. Open
standards and connecting
tools are necessary.
Everybody knows who
is doing what: Project
information is available
in a cloud for access with
mobile devices.

7. Dimensional accuracy of,
for example, elements
and beams is high and
everything fits together.
Construction has
become more efficient,
faster and cheaper.
QUALITY
There is less waste
and more straight
lines and right angles.