Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Frontiers in Buildings and Infrastructure : DFBI2025; 11-13 June; Delft, The Netherlands

This book includes peer reviewed articles from the International Conference on Digital Frontiers in Buildings and Infrastructure (DFBI2025), held on 11-13 June at Delft in The Netherlands. It highlights the transformative intersection of digital technologies and the built environment through a curated collection of cutting-edge research presented at DFBI2025. Hosted by the prestigious Technische Universiteit Delft (TU Delft), the conference brings together world-leading researchers, practitioners, and innovators to address critical challenges in digital construction and infrastructure development. The proceedings showcase groundbreaking advances in Digital Twin technology, BIM-IoT integration, robotics and automation in construction, 3D printing, modular construction techniques, and data-driven decision-making using artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The value of this collection lies in its dual focus on theoretical frameworks and practical applications, making it an invaluable resource for multiple stakeholders in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) industry. For researchers, it provides a state-of-the-art overview of current trends; for practitioners, it offers immediately applicable solutions through real-world case studies; and for industry leaders, it presents strategic insights into emerging technologies and their potential impact on business models.

With contributions from renowned international institutions and industry leaders, this collection presents innovative solutions for sustainable development and smart-built environments. This book serves as an essential resource for understanding and implementing digital innovations in building and infrastructure projects while addressing crucial aspects of sustainability, efficiency, and resilience. Distinguished by its comprehensive coverage and practical orientation, this book represents a significant milestone in documenting the digital frontier of civil engineering and construction technology.

Dr. Farzad Rahimian is a professor of Digital Engineering at the School of Computing, Engineering and Digital Technologies at Teesside University. He leads the Centre for Sustainable Engineering and the Open Research and Output Quality group. His research interests are in the areas of adopting cutting-edge technologies to serve the net zero and sustainability agenda, including energy policies, data-driven digital twins, demand response optimization, smart energies, circular construction and social innovation.

Dr. Mohammad Fotouhi is an assistant professor at the Department of Materials, Mechanics, Management & Design (3MD) at TU Delft. He is the director of the Material Health Monitoring research group. His expertise lies in structural health monitoring (SHM), smart materials, and autonomous inspection.

Dr. M. Reza Hosseini is a distinguished scholar in Construction Technology at the University of Melbourne’s School of Design. He is a research fellow at the Centre for Research in Assessment and Digital Learning (CRADLE) and affiliated with Deakin University’s Mediated Intelligence in Design research laboratory. With a background in Civil Engineering, a M.Sc. in Construction Engineering and Management, and a Ph.D. in Virtual Design and Construction, he focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to promote sustainability in construction, particularly in emission reduction and circular construction practices. 

Dr. Amirhossein GhaffarianHoseini is a professor of Architecture and Urban Transformation and a senior academic strategist with over two decades of experience leading several national and international teams in New Zealand, Canada, and Malaysia. He is the DCT Faculty and School Chair of the Postgraduate Board of Studies, Director of Postgraduate and Doctoral Studies in the School of Future Environments, an appointed leading researcher, architectural designer (NZIA Academic), and urbanist. His research primarily focuses on the future of buildings and urban areas at the intersection of architectural design, urban futures, and end-user-centred design. He is interested in the impact of architecture and urban design on end-users from healthy building design and neuro architecture perspectives, the influence of buildings on the urban microclimate, and the future of cities and digital twin design.