Mark Anderson
The UK construction industry is bracing itself for a revolution. New startups are emerging with innovative ideas that could change the face of the industry. This wave of creativity is being driven by a range of factors, including advancements in technology, changing market demands and the need for sustainability. This piece highlights some of the most exciting construction startups established in 2020 or later with headquarters in England.
These startups are leveraging digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to offer products and services that are advanced, efficient and fit for the modern age. From online marketplaces and rental portals to AI-based structural design tools, they are revolutionizing the construction industry and providing fresh new solutions to both age-old and contemporary challenges. Let’s take a closer look at these dynamic, England-based startups that are making waves in the construction sector.
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Materials Market
Materials Market, founded by Andrew Haehn and Samuel Hunt, is a London-based startup that seeks to improve efficiency in the building materials supply industry. The platform connects customers with the most appropriate suppliers to fulfil their needs. You can connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
GetMyEquipment
GetMyEquipment is another London-based startup founded by Stephen Lewin. The startup moves in the niche of construction, providing online portal services for rentals. GetMyEquipment is a perfect example of how digital platforms can solve specific industry challenges.
Blackbrook Capital
Specialising in construction, real estate, and property management, Blackbrook Capital is transforming these industries through innovation. Although there’s not a lot of information about the founders, this London-based startup has been making its mark in the industry. You can connect with them on LinkedIn.
Kasawoo
Kasawoo is a London-based startup that simultaneously manoeuvres the territories of architecture, construction, and interior design. While the founders information is not readily available, the impact of the startup in the industry is palpable. Kasawoo can be found active on Twitter and LinkedIn.
OptiStructure
OptiStructure, led by Nikolas Fotilas, is an Artificial Intelligence solution for the Construction Industry. The London-based startup offers software solutions for structural design optimization. The startup has marked its presence not only in London, but also in Dubai, Athens, San Francisco, Boston and Singapore. This is a testament to the global appeal of their innovative solution.
Vast Dreams
Specialising in industries ranging from Banking to Construction and Internet of Things, Vast Dreams is a London-based startup that’s carving out its space in the industry. Led by Abhishek Sehgal, Aditi Garg, and Swarnab Roy, Vast Dreams offers a plethora of services from RPA solutions to white label banking solutions and much more. Connect with them on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Speckle
Co-founded by Dimitrie Stefanescu and Matteo Cominetti, Speckle is a software for anything designed in 3D. This London-based open-source digital infrastructure handles interoperability between software silos, real-time collaboration, and data management among others. You can track their progress on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Cercula
Cercula, founded by Izzy Gough and Tim Hawkins, is a London-based startup focused on developing carbon metrics for building and construction projects. The startup offers a fast and simple workflow for generating whole life carbon metrics instantly from cost plans and bills of quantities. Connect with them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Robotiz3d
Robotiz3d, led by Lisa Layzell, Paolo Paoletti, and Sebastiano Fichera, is working towards building the world’s first autonomous road maintenance vehicle for tackling the pothole problem. The team at Robotiz3d is using a combination of robotics, AI, and autonomous vehicle technologies. Connect with the London-based startup on Twitter and LinkedIn.
K-HAUS – netZero Homes
With Mark Pittaway at its helm, K-HAUS – netZero Homes is offering custom builders, landowners, and developers affordable offsite netzero homes. The London-based startup has partnered with KAMPA GmbH to engineer these homes to meet UK market requirements. You can connect with them on LinkedIn.
The Worktop Library
With Maria Kairuz as a founder, The Worktop Library, another London-based startup, emerged as as reliable supplier of stone worktops, granite kitchen worktops, and sintered stones, including quartz worktops and porcelain worktops. The startup can be found on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn
The future of the construction industry in the UK appears bright thanks to these startups and their innovative ideas. By harnessing new technology, these businesses are showing that it’s possible to redefine an industry and drive it towards a more sustainable and efficient future.
