Helsinki-based One Click LCA, a leading provider of life-cycle assessment software for construction and manufacturing, has recently completed the acquisition of Buildrz, a Paris-based company specializing in generative AI software for real estate analysis.
Manuel Verrier, CEO of Buildrz, expressed enthusiasm about the merger, stating, “A real estate project involves a delicate balance of technical, economic, and environmental factors. We are excited to combine Buildrz’s generative design capabilities with One Click LCA’s expertise in carbon and sustainability.”
Buildrz, established in 2016, offers comprehensive support to property developers, architects, and local authorities at various stages of real estate development projects. Their SaaS-based platform enables users to leverage generative design, optimizing buildable surfaces while adhering to urban planning regulations.
Utilizing urban plan databases, Buildrz evaluates factors such as land use change, net zero artificialisation, views, daylighting, and economic project value. This assists clients in identifying and qualifying sites that offer the best economic opportunities.
Manuel Verrier, founder and CEO of Buildrz, emphasized the company’s commitment to providing developers and architects with tools for more efficient and responsible construction practices amid increasing regulations. He stated, “Powered by artificial intelligence and open data, our platform enables users to conduct in-depth analysis and make informed decisions throughout all project phases, resulting in significant cost savings for developer teams.”
With approximately 50 customers across France, Buildrz has established itself as a trusted partner in the real estate development sector.
The acquisition of Buildrz aligns with One Click LCA’s strategic goal of becoming a leading end-to-end sustainability software platform for the construction and manufacturing industries. This move follows One Click LCA’s receipt of €40 million in funding for global expansion in late 2023.
In addition to enhancing One Click LCA’s existing offerings, the merger enables the company to support architects, developers, and industry professionals in decarbonizing projects through global life-cycle assessment, environmental product declarations, and sustainability solutions.
Panu Pasanen, founder and CEO of One Click LCA, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to join forces with Buildrz to develop new tools that enable cost and carbon emissions reduction in projects, starting from the pre-design stage, both in France and globally.”
The collaboration aims to provide integrated feasibility studies, cost analyses, and carbon assessments powered by generative AI, enabling users to identify low-carbon projects early in the process and ensure code compliance before the design phase.
The first collaborative solutions are slated to launch by the end of the year, accessible to customers through One Click LCA’s platform. Plans also include integrating existing tools from both companies to further enhance the user experience.
With the acquisition of Buildrz, One Click LCA is poised to extend its sustainability solutions to customers in over 170 countries worldwide.
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By Ravi Kumar
