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Blueprint for Growth: Innovation in Housing

DIGITAL
British Columbia
Housing Crisis
Modular Construction
Housing Growth Innovation Program
Digital
Technology
Public-Private Partnerships
Digital Transformation
Housing Affordability
Real Estate Investment
Modular Housing
Construction Industry
Mass Timber
Sustainability
Housing Development
Affordable Housing
Supply Chain Management
Construction
BIM Technology
DASH Initiative

*Winner - Best Tech Podcast - 2025 Quill Podcast Awards* British Columbia is experiencing an unprecedented housing crisis. While addressing various aspects of the housing supply chain is essential, no single approach can fully solve the challenges we face in scaling housing production. So, what's the blueprint for growth? In November 2023, DIGITAL — Canada's Global Innovation Cluster for digital t... more

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Season 2 Episode 7 - Building Communities in B.C. with Minister Christine Boyle

In this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation and Housing, host Amy Vilis sits down with the Hon. Christine Boyle.

This conversation explores the innovative appro... more

Season 2 Episode 6 - DASH Transforming housing delivery through digital, data and design standards

In this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation and Housing, host Amy Vilis explores how DASH: Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing is trans... more

Season 2 Episode 5 - Indigenous Led Development & The Future of Housing

Innovation in housing isn’t just about new tools — it’s about leadership, partnership, and solutions rooted in community needs. In this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovati... more

Season 2 Episode 4 - Tech, Trades & Workforce Transformation in Housing

In this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation and Housing, host Amy Vilis explores how Canada’s construction workforce is evolving as digital tools, new training models, a... more

Season 2 Episode 3 - Accelerating Digital Adoption & Streamlining Regulations

In this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation and Housing, host Amy Vilis explores how cities and tech leaders are modernizing the systems that govern how homes get ... more

Season 2 Episode 2 - Innovation in On-Site, Off-Site, and Digital Construction

On this episode of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation in Housing, host Amy Vilis sits down with two leaders turning housing innovation from buzzword to real-world impact.  more

Season 2 Episode 1 - Building the Future with Innovation & Modern Methods of Construction

Welcome to season two of Blueprint for Growth: Innovation and Housing, hosted by Amy Vilis. In this episode, we examine how bold housing ideas move from concep... more

Season 1 Episode 6 - Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing Future

We look at the future of housing innovation in Canada, with a focus on how technology—especially AI and digital solutions—can help tackle the hous... more

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Brey Tucker
Digital strategist specializing in the AEC industry, leads Tucker Technology Consulting
McElhanney Engineering
Episode: Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing Future
Tony Yang
Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at UBC, focusing on technologies for structural performance and sustainable construction.
University of British Columbia
Episode: Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing Future
Chris Hill
President of BCollective and expert in sustainable offsite manufacturing
BCollective
Episode: Revolutionizing Construction: New Approaches to Building the Future
Matt Farrell
Veteran in building regulations with over 25 years of experience
Episode: Revolutionizing Construction: New Approaches to Building the Future
Mike Kennedy
CEO of Green Metrics Technology Corp
Green Metrics Technology Corp
Episode: The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and Fabrication
Rabih Zahnan
Managing Director and Senior Vice President of Construction at Wesgroup Properties
Wesgroup Properties
Episode: The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and Fabrication
Yehia Madkour
Architect and Director of Innovation with Perkins & Will
Perkins & Will
Episode: Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing Development
Alkarim Devani
Co-founder of Rndsqr and Middle, involved in middle housing development.
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Episode: Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing Development
Helen Goodland
Principal and Head of Research and Innovation at Scius Advisory.
Scius Advisory
Episode: Building the Future: How Innovation and Collaboration Are Reshaping Housing

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Amy Vilis
Director of Housing Growth Innovation at DIGITAL, who leads discussions on innovative housing solutions and technology-driven approaches.

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The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and Fabrication
Q: How is your project addressing these sustainability challenges?
We're minimizing construction waste through precise design integration in a controlled factory environment, enhancing sustainability in the construction process.
The Future of Housing: Innovations in Pre-Construction and Fabrication
Q: Given your extensive experience in the construction industry, how has the traditional design-bid-build approach contributed to the industry stagnation?
The traditional design-bid-build approach has caused contractors to race to the bottom margins, stifling innovation and leading to bloated timelines and costs.
Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing Development
Q: How do you see legislation like Bill 44 reshaping the conversation around housing development?
It shifts the conversation from opposition to meaningful collaboration, focusing on building frameworks that work for everyone involved.
Tech-Driven Design: Revolutionizing Engineering and Housing Development
Q: What in your perspective is the future of mass timber and construction given these developments?
Mass timber and modular construction will enable a sustainable approach to housing development, creating adaptable yet efficient systems that cater to the growing housing needs.

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The content focuses on innovative solutions to tackle the housing crisis in British Columbia by emphasizing technology-driven approaches in the construction and housing sectors. Episodes explore various themes including sustainable construction practices, digital transformation, modular housing, and regulatory reforms aimed at accelerating housing production. By featuring insights from industry leaders, academics, and innovators, discussions highlight the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors, as well as the application of advanced technologies like AI and prefabrication techniques. Unique to this content is its commitment to providing concrete examples and actionable strategies that are being implemented to address... more

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