Innovative Building Technologies
This important sector covers everything from Building and Development Simulations and Information Modeling, to Data analytics and Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality. Our Presidio Invest team has decades of combined expertise in working and implementing some of the most cutting-edge building hardware and simulation software.
This important sector covers everything from Building and Development Simulations and Information Modeling, to Data analytics and Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality. Our Presidio team have decades of combined expertise in working and implementing some of the most cutting-edge building hardware and simulation software.
One such area of our expertise is Data Analytics, which is the ability to marry raw data with the technical know-how to deliver insightful solutions to building operators. The use of Data Analytics has been proven to streamline operations, speed up decision making and increase profits.
IoT is another important consideration that is revolutionizing the way we work today. At Presidio, we work with a wide range of sensors and smart devices that will vastly improve your ability to manage complex building systems. We invest in some of the latest hardware and software that can rapidly analyze a project’s performance, benchmark it against other assets or that of comparable projects worldwide, and suggest innovative ways to combat operational challenges.
Finally, we also offer a wealth of expertise in the field of Building Information Modeling (BIM), which allows us to virtually plan, design, construct and manage an entire project. This leads to greater transparency in the cost, materials and time required right from the very start.
A building simulation is a virtual model of a project which can help developers see and predict how a building will perform long before it is completed. Energy-modeling is one such simulation which allows us to virtually reveal details about energy consumption, from predicting utility bills to the life cycle costs of different energy sources, such as lights, air conditioning and water. Similarly, thermal modeling is used to identify the heating, cooling and hot water requirements of a building long before it is constructed.
IoT is another important consideration that is revolutionizing the way we work today. At Presidio Invest, we work with a wide range of sensors and smart devices that vastly improve the ability to manage complex building systems. We invest in some of the latest hardware and software that can rapidly analyze a project’s energy, water, and human comfort performance, benchmark it against other assets or that of comparable projects worldwide, and suggest innovative ways to combat operational challenges.
Smart Buildings and Smart Cities are important examples of how smart technology is vastly changing the way we live and how that impacts the planet. By using a combination of technologies to automate building management and control everything from water consumption to HVAC systems and lighting, we can go a long way towards regulating and reducing our energy consumption.
Building Information Modeling (BIM) allows for the virtual planning, design, construction and management of an entire project. This leads to greater transparency in the cost, materials and time required, right from the get-go. BIM is much more than a 3D model – it can incorporate everything from intricate 4D ‘walk throughs’ of the construction process, to sophisticated 5D models with real time information about the financial feasibility of a project. An “as-built” 6D BIM model even gives an insight into the operational phase of a building and can be used to model and evaluate energy efficiency, monitor a project’s life cycle and maximize its overall cost efficiency.
In addition to streamlining the flow of information between all stakeholders, BIM has been proven to vastly improve project delivery, speeding up project schedules by 10%, as well as saving up to 20% on construction costs.
Another area of our expertise is Data Analytics, which is the ability to marry raw data with the technical know-how to deliver insightful solutions to building operators. The use of Data Analytics has been proven to streamline operations, speed up decision making and increase profits. It is also a vital part of sustainability management, which begins with collecting data – in the past this has been a notoriously tedious and time-consuming task, with too much margin for manual error. Notable smart solutions include Measurabl, a sustainability data management software which allows property owners and investors to better understand building operations, by accurately gathering, reporting and benchmarking performance.
Smart software like this makes it easy to monitor energy and water use, by collecting and analyzing data for one project or an entire portfolio in just a few simple clicks. This allows for everything from predictive maintenance to climate control and HVAC optimization, reducing the pressure on resources and operational costs.
Presidio Advisors (Dubai) has partnered with Big Sun Holdings, a New York/Seoul headquartered developer of Black Buffalo 3D large-scale 3D construction printers and concrete-based “ink”, in the Middle East and North Africa.
The mission of Black Buffalo 3D is to be the leading provider of additive manufacturing in the construction industry. It aims to lead the global innovation, development, and convergence of convenient and customized on-demand printing of key infrastructure to sustain support and promote better building practices. 3D printing reduces labor costs by 50-80% and material costs by 30-70%.
Energy and Water
With the demand on resources such as oil and gas continuously rising, the need to rely on renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions has become ever more crucial. Our technical VC consultants, are experts at identifying creative technological ideas and developments that will have the strength to stand up in the mainstream energy markets.
With the world’s population expanding at a rapid rate, the need to conserve precious commodities such as water has also grown increasingly important. Our VC consultants work alongside some of the most innovative companies who are pioneering in their approach towards delivering creative and more sustainable solutions. We stand by companies who are proactive in integrating water and energy saving technologies that will reduce the burden on our resources.
Presidio Invest actively supports innovative and sustainable approaches to traditional building materials and processes that result in a cleaner, more efficient and long-lasting project. This includes the investment in the use of Drones and thermal imaging technology, which can record in real time any leaks in a buildings’ façade, cutting down the need for expensive manpower on site. We are passionate about facilitating the growth of this exciting field, and mentor and invest in companies who are pioneers in the use of this revolutionary technology.
It is another exciting sector within this category that is currently undergrowing major growth. By creating more sustainable, pedestrian friendly communities centered around high-quality train systems, you reduce the huge dependence on cars and in turn lessen the area’s carbon footprint and impact on the environment. Our experts have a keen eye for creative ideas within this highly trending field and are ready with the financial capital to help turn designs into reality.
Advanced Materials
Our Presidio Invest experts will show you how you can rise above traditional building methods and materials, to make your project more cost effective and sustainable, both now and in the long-term. In particular, we have a keen eye for innovative companies who are developing and advocating the use of advanced materials, such as rigorously certified cradle-to-cradle sustainable products. These have been meticulously designed to have a more positive impact on the environment by reducing energy and water consumption. We help mentor new ideas within this field, supporting anything that offers a greener solution to common building resources and methods.
Creative new ways of developing and managing building materials and construction timelines are revolutionizing the way the industry is operating, leading to a more streamlined, cost effective process. One such area is the greater adoption of carbon fiber in construction, a composite that is thinner than a human hair and lighter than steel, yet five times as strong and twice as stiff. It is already being more widely used within development with excellent results.
Just-in-time fabrication and delivery via BIM integration is another exciting method which allows for the control of inventory. These software solutions cut down on costs and decrease waste by ensuring materials are only made and delivered as and when they are required.
Finally, 3D building printing technology is an area of huge potential for the construction industry, with companies already possessing the power to print materials and construct entire buildings in as little as 24 hours. This sector is currently undergoing immense growth and will no doubt have a major impact on building in years to come, leading to faster construction and a reduction in costs and waste. Our VC consultants mentor and support companies within all these domains, who possess exciting ideas that have will the power to greatly enhance the way we build today.
Construction today can be notoriously wasteful, from the materials used to the energy consumed. Modular construction offers a much more sustainable alternative to traditional building methods by dramatically reducing the amount of waste on site, while at the same time resulting in vital cost savings. Presidio Invest seeks out and supports companies who promote the minimization of resource use and construction wastage, through design optimization – by actively recycling, reducing and upcycling materials wherever possible.
Environmental and Ecological Enhancement
Ecological and environmental enhancement has become increasingly important, as a means of improving biodiversity and habitats for plants and animals, while at the same time protecting human health and the environment. One area of significance here is brownfield redevelopment, which is the clean-up and restoration of land that has been contaminated by past industrial or commercial use. Not only does this remove any hazardous substances or pollutants that could have an impact on the health and safety of those living and working close to the sites, it gives a stagnant area of land a fresh purpose and future. Presidio Invest has the expertise and financial collateral to support ideas within this rapidly growing area.
Green Building Services
Presidio has partnered with Alpin for green building services. They pride themselves in taking the time to fully understand client vision. They are with you right from the beginning – even before the design of your project has taken shape. They will weigh up the risks, provide creative input, innovation and commercial solutions, to ensure that your project meets and indeed, surpasses, the aspirations of all those involved. Presidio successfully exited the investment in Alpin and is currently a partner company.