IMI Webinar Series - How Technology is Shaping Masonry Design
Emerging technologies are transforming how masonry is designed, constructed, and maintained. Explore how digital tools like Tally support embodied carbon evaluation and inform sustainable masonry design. We’ll look at how field sensors and moisture probes improve quality control, durability, and occupant health, and how drones paired with AI and machine learning are redefining inspection, safety, and project monitoring. Together, these advances help design and construction teams deliver higher-performing masonry systems that are efficient, resilient, and sustainable.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify how embodied carbon analysis tools such as Tally inform sustainable masonry design decisions.
- Explain how moisture-measuring probes enhance long-term durability, support occupant health, and reduce the risk of building envelope failures.
- Describe how drones and AI-powered image analysis improve jobsite safety, quality assurance, and inspection accuracy on masonry projects.
- Evaluate how digital tools improve collaboration between architects, contractors, and CM/GC professionals to achieve more coordinated and efficient resilient project delivery.
About the Speaker:
Beth Bailly
Chief Operating Officer, Building Conservation Associates, Inc.
Beth is part of the senior executive team, overseeing operations across the company and providing client relationship support. In addition to day-to-day operations, Beth is responsible for creating and integrating custom built software solutions for the restoration and maintenance of buildings working alongside BCA's staff of architects and conservators to customize these tools. A strong proponent of sustainability, Beth recognizes preventative maintenance's role in the preservation of heritage buildings and the importance of extending these resources for the next generation.
Beth was recognized with a Technology Award as part of Commercial Observer's Women in Real Estate Forum. She is a member of The Association of Preservation Technology International. Beth holds a B.A. from Beloit College, a Certificate in Masonry Conservation from Restore, and a Certificate in OSHA's Hazards Communication Standard.