How Top Firms Are Using AI to Free Up Time & Command Higher Fees EP676

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: What happens when AI meets the business of architecture? In this episode, Rion sits down with Dr. Sam Zolfagharian—co-founder of YegaTech—to explore how AI is reshaping the AEC industry. Sam shares insights from years of experience in structural engineering, construction tech, and leading-edge AI. But this isn't just about tools and tech. It's about mindset, risk, and what happens when firms approach AI the wrong way. Sam unpacks how small firms can gain a huge edge—without chasing every shiny new tool. You'll also hear why AI isn't here to replace architects—but it will change who thrives and who gets left behind. In this episode, you'll discover: The most dangerous question firms ask when starting their AI journey How one engineer cloned herself—and why your next hire might not be human The quiet revolution happening inside clients' minds (and how it could change your fee structure forever) To learn more about Sam, visit her website:

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How Top Firms Are Using AI to Free Up Time & Command Higher Fees EP676 is an episode from Business of Architecture Podcast by Enoch Sears & Rion Willard.

This episode is 56:44 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2026.

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