About this Event
Discover how AI can improve energy efficiency, space utilisation and indoor environmental quality.
Join DIREK in London for a free event exploring practical applications of AI in building operations. Connect with building professionals, engineers and technology specialists to discuss operational challenges and how to turn building data into informed action.
11 December 2026 · 09:00–17:00 GMT
Lecture Hall, Surveyors House, RICS Westminster
12 Great George Street, London, SW1P 3AD
A short walk from Westminster station.
Free entry · Attendance subject to confirmation
AI for Building Operations
Discover how AI can improve energy efficiency, space utilisation and indoor environmental quality.
Join DIREK in Westminster for an in-person workshop bringing together building professionals, technology partners and academics. Explore practical building challenges, see DIREK’s AI solutions in action and exchange ideas about better building performance.
What you’ll explore
- Energy efficiency: Using operational data to identify waste and assess potential improvements.
- Space utilisation: Understanding occupancy and opportunities to use space more effectively.
- Indoor environmental quality: Connecting air quality and comfort with how buildings operate.
Why attend?
See AI at work
Explore a live demonstration of DIREK’s AI solutions, showing how building data can inform ranked, evidence-backed actions.
Hear academic and industry perspectives
Learn about AI and simulation, indoor air quality, water monitoring, HVAC efficiency and estate management.
Bring your building challenges
Contribute to round-table discussions and exchange ideas during networking and one-to-one conversations.
Explore future collaboration
Discover DIREK’s SCOUT project and opportunities to contribute to future projects.
Speakers
- Dr Amir Taba, CEO and Co-Founder, DIREK
From building data to decisions. - Professor Christopher Pain, Imperial College London
AI for faster airflow simulation. - Adam Taylor, Managing Director, ARM
Using measured data for fault finding and optimisation in HVAC. - Steven Clarke, Head of Technical Excellence, Wates Group
Contractor to Customer SMART Building Journey.
Programme highlights
The programme includes a welcome talk and live demo, academic and industry presentations, lunch and networking, a session on future collaborations, building-challenge round tables and a panel discussion.
Final timings will be shared with confirmed attendees.
Who should attend?
Facilities managers, energy and sustainability teams, workplace leaders, estate and building owners, technology partners and system integrators.
You do not need to be a DIREK client. Attendance requests are reviewed to ensure a relevant mix of professional experience and interests.
Venue and practical information
Date: Friday 11 December 2026
Venue: Surveyors House, RICS Westminster, 12 Great George Street, London
Talks take place in the Lecture Hall, with refreshments and networking in the Council Chamber, both on the first floor.
Coffee, lunch and refreshments are provided. Lift access is available. Please email [email protected] with accessibility or dietary requirements.
Free entry · Attendance subject to confirmation
About DIREK
DIREK develops building intelligence solutions that connect operational data with practical recommendations across energy, space use and indoor conditions.
Explore D-XPERT, read our customer case studies, or visit the DIREK blog.
Event venue & nearby stays
Lecture Hall, Surveyors House (RICS), 12 Great George Street, London, United Kingdom
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