OU Construction Science assistant professor and principal investigator of the Construction Innovation and Analytics Lab (CInnaLAB), Dr. Kofi Asare, has published two studies that advance the application of data-driven analytics and Digital Twins for predictive maintenance in buildings. His research highlights the potential of predictive maintenance to save 8% to 40% in maintenance costs, reduce operational inefficiencies and optimize energy consumption in buildings.
Dr. Asare’s work, “Defining a System Architecture for Operational Digital Twins for Predictive Maintenance,” is featured in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Global Center’s book “Digital Twins in Construction and the Built Environment.” It outlines a generic system architecture for applying digital twins to deferred maintenance decision-making. This architecture serves as a versatile framework for designing, implementing, and evaluating Building Information Modeling (BIM)-based Digital Twins for predictive maintenance.
Additionally, his latest publication in the Journal of Building Engineering, titled “Real-World Prototyping and Evaluation of Digital Twins for Predictive Facility Maintenance” provides valuable insights into criteria for Digital Twin platform selection, “build versus buy” comparisons, system architecture design, and user feedback on Digital Twin interactions and performance.
Learn more about Dr. Asare’s publication in the ASCE Library and Journal of Building Engineering.
A team of Construction Science and Architecture students from the Gibbs College of Architecture made their mark on the national stage this week, earning third place out of 37 universities competing at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Student Competition, held during the International Builders' Show in Orlando, February 16-18, 2026.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated Gary Armbruster, FAIA, ALEP to its prestigious College of Fellows—AIA’s highest membership honor—for his exceptional work and sustained contributions to architecture and society. Fellowship recognizes architects who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession and made a significant impact at a national level. Members elevated to this distinction carry the FAIA designation after their name.
Students from the Spring 2026 Graduate 4 Architecture Design Studio, led by Professor Amy Leveno, exhibited their work at the School of Visual Arts. The exhibition, titled Reimagining the OU School of Visual Arts, featured drawings, models, and animations developed throughout the semester's studio project. The show was hosted in The Spotlight, a creative gallery space located on the first floor of the Fred Jones Art Center, and ran from January 20–30, 2026.
