GDI2025 Partners — GDI 2026

GDI2026 Partners are being confirmed

GDI2025 Partners

Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

Auckland University of Technology is New Zealand's leading modern university and one of the largest universities in the country. Auckland University of Technology has been a university since 2000, but a place of learning for 120 years and operates in accordance with the Education Act (1989).
Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA)

Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects represents more than 90 per cent of all registered architects in New Zealand. Through their members they are committed to promoting and celebrating outstanding architecture and to creating greater awareness of the values and benefits well designed buildings and public spaces can bring to cities and towns.
International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB)

The worldwide network of construction and built environment experts collaborating to improve the quality and impact of research and innovation activities in the sector. CIB was established in 1953 with United Nations’ assistance and holds special UN consultative status.
The Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia (AASA)

The Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia (AASA) has been the leading voice for architecture education in the region since 1999. An incorporated association and International Affiliate Member of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ASCA), AASA supports high-quality architectural education, fosters research and creative work, and advances policy and professional engagement across Australasia.
Associated Schools of Construction (ASC)

The professional association of construction educators and industry practitioners working together for the development and advancement of construction education. It promotes the sharing of ideas and knowledge and inspires, guides and promotes excellence in curricula, teaching, research and service.
New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC)

Established in 2005 by 31 progressive companies, NZGBC is fortunate to have the backing of over 700 of the country’s leading engineers, architects, builders, developers, regulators, finance experts, and educators.
Building Institute Aotearoa (formerly the NZ Institute of Building)

A pan-industry membership organisation for individuals in New Zealand’s building industry to connect, belong and give back, focused on innovation in the industry, inclusion of a range of roles and people, and encouraging the next generation.
The Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture (ANFA)

The Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture (ANFA) took shape in 2002 as a Legacy Project to the national American Institute of Architects (AIA) Convention. The mission of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture is to promote and advance knowledge that links neuroscience research to a growing understanding of human responses to the built environment.
Intelligent Buildings Group (CIBSE)

Intelligent Buildings help building owners, property managers and occupants realise their goals in the areas of costs, lifetime energy management, well-being, convenience, safety, long term flexibility and marketability to achieve buildings which have high social, environmental and economic values.
Smart Cities Council

With a global team servicing over 70 countries Smart Cities Council provides their Members and Partners in the Public Sector, Private Sector and Academia with the education, training, capital, tools, use cases, networks, policies and advice to set their organizations and projects up for success.
Lean Construction Student Association (LCSA) (LCSA)

The Lean Construction Student Association (LCSA) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is dedicated to fostering a dynamic network between students and industry professionals within New Zealand’s built environment sector. The association seeks to provide university students with meaningful opportunities for professional development through engagement in workshops, site visits, international conferences, research initiatives, and faculty-based events.