The Rise of Smart Buildings: Digital Twins and the Future of Real Estate

In this episode of Bricks & More, host Adrian Strittmatter sits down with Dan Drogman, CEO of Smart Spaces, to explore the rapid evolution of proptech and how digital twin technology is reshaping the real estate industry.

Dan shares his journey from early work in web design and development to building one of the leading smart building platforms, explaining how his technical foundation helped him pioneer solutions that enhance tenant engagement, improve operational efficiency, and drive asset value for property owners.

Adrian and Dan also explore:

- The challenges of new technology in a traditionally conservative industry

- Integrating modern platforms with legacy building systems

- Designing tools that encourage daily engagement from tenants, landlords, and property managers

- Using smart tech for access control, energy management, and personalised tenant experiences

- Leveraging data insights to improve decision-making/building performance

Dan also discusses global trends shaping the market, including the rising demand for flexible, sustainable, and tech-enabled workspaces. He explains how smart building technology is becoming more accessible across all property types, not just premium developments,and why digital twins are key to creating responsive, data-driven environments.

Tune in to discover how smart building platforms are transforming real estate, delivering not only efficiency and cost savings, but also healthier, more engaging, and future-ready spaces for everyone.

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DAN DROGMAN: Smart Buildings, Smarter Returns | Digitising the Real Estate Experience