Homes and Buildings

In 2026, the construction management sector is accelerating its digital transformation, with agentic AI systems emerging as a cornerstone for automating comprehensive project workflows and overcoming chronic issues such as labor shortages, escalating costs, and persistent delays. These intelligent agents, powered by generative capabilities, enable ...

The lighting industry is evolving beyond traditional illumination solutions toward intelligent automation and real-time monitoring that adapts to occupancy patterns and environmental conditions. The growing emphasis on intelligence, connectivity, sustainability, and innovative service-based models presents ample growth opportunities for businesses,...

Education environments are evolving rapidly as institutions embrace digital transformation, sustainability goals, and flexible learning spaces. The future of building technologies in this sector is shaped by trends such as smart campus integration, energy-efficient systems, and enhanced occupant experience through connected solutions. These advance...

This study provides a comprehensive overview of the low-carbon cement and concrete landscape, examining the industry’s emissions profile, the central role of clinker, and the technical and performance implications of its substitution. It maps global cement and concrete market structures, production capacities, geographic demand trends, and evolving...

The Indian HVAC equipment market is expanding rapidly, fueled by urbanization, infrastructure development, rising temperatures due to climate change, and increasing emphasis on energy efficiency and indoor air quality amid growing health concerns from pollution. Valued at $11.36 billion in 2024, the market is forecast to grow to $22.7 billion by 20...

The UK facility management (FM) industry is experiencing major changes driven by geopolitical disruptions, transformative megatrends, and internal challenges. Over the past decade, events such as Brexit, COVID-19, and global conflicts have created economic uncertainty, cost pressures, and supply chain issues. These factors have led organizations to...

This study explores market trends in grid interactive buildings (GIBs), focusing on technologies that enable dynamic energy management and support grid stability. It excludes traditional building management systems that lack grid interactivity, as well as passive upgrades such as insulation or envelope improvements. Revenue forecasts and competitor...

Global emergency lighting is estimated to have grown at a rate of 5.5% in 2024. Market revenue is forecast to reach $7.42 billion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% from 2024 to 2030.The global emergency lighting market benefits from rising investments in the construction sector, with growth projected at 4.4% annually through ...

The facility management (FM) market in Singapore is in the mature stage of its growth cycle, positioning it ahead of most Southeast Asian counterparts and among the most advanced in Asia-Pacific. This maturity is underpinned by a strong outsourcing culture, a supportive regulatory framework, and high end-user receptiveness to value-added and innova...