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We are a hub for the exchange of knowledge and services in the field of AI and digitalization in the German construction industry.

SDaC connects research institutions, companies, and public institutions, thereby creating the standards that permanently enable digital transformation on German construction sites.

Our Mission

AI for humanity and society

Digitization and artificial intelligence offer enormous potential for the construction industry if they are developed responsibly, openly, and human-centrically. That is precisely the guiding principle of SDaC.

For the individual

AI relieves skilled workers on the construction site of routine tasks and makes knowledge accessible that was previously only held by experienced personnel. Planners, foremen, and craftspeople thus make informed decisions more quickly and gain time for what truly requires experience.

For society

Standardized data interfaces lower costs, shorten construction times, and make housing available more quickly. This not only relieves the burden on the industry, but also benefits everyone who relies on affordable and rapidly built housing.

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What AI and digitalization mean for the construction industry

In our 2023 image video, researchers, partners, and practitioners from the construction industry explain why standardized data interfaces and AI-based tools can fundamentally transform the sector.

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Research results

Research Projects at a Glance

SDaC coordinates and supports a series of publicly funded research projects at the interface of construction, AI, and digitization.

2026–2029
BMFTR · GreenTech Current

ConCIRCLE

Circular economy in the construction industry through digital material passport infrastructure.

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2026–2029
BMFTR · GreenTech Current

ZIRKULAR-X

Digital platform for the circular reuse of building materials.

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2023–2026
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action

NaiS – Sustainable Intelligent Renovation Measures

AI-powered decision support systems for energy-efficient building renovations.

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2020–2023
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action

SDaC – Smart Design and Construction

Standardized data interfaces and AI tools for German building construction.

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Cooperation

BIMUnite

Research cooperation on BIM integration in the construction industry.

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Cooperation

Implenia

Research cooperation on the practical application of SDaC results.

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Consortium partners

Our Network

SDaC is supported by a broad consortium of research institutions, industrial partners, and startups.

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