This month marks a major milestone for Akila as our R&D team in Vietnam moves into a new, expanded location in Hanoi. Established in 2023, this hub has rapidly become a driving force behind our AI innovation, pushing the boundaries of smart building technology.
With the rapid urbanization of cities across the world, the demand for intelligent, data-driven real estate solutions is greater than ever. At Akila, we are shaping the future of Cognitive Buildings, leveraging cutting-edge AI and strategic partnerships – such as our collaboration with NVIDIA, to accelerate the transformation of the built environment.
Why Vietnam? A growing hub for AI innovation
Vietnam’s thriving tech ecosystem, highly skilled talent pool, and strong government support for digital transformation make it an ideal location for an R&D hub dedicated to AI and real estate technology. Our team in Hanoi is tackling some of the biggest challenges in the industry, developing solutions that will redefine how real estate portfolios are managed worldwide.
Pioneering AI-driven real estate intelligence
Our Vietnam R&D team is at the forefront of several key AI initiatives that will shape the next generation of smart buildings:
- Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs) – We are integrating generative AI and LLMs into Akila’s platform to create a truly unified real estate data ecosystem. This enables users to access real-time insights through natural language queries, making data-driven decision-making faster and more intuitive.
- Advanced real-time simulations – We are developing AI-powered simulations that optimize critical building performance factors, including airflow, thermal comfort, lighting efficiency, and human traffic patterns. These simulations help property owners enhance energy efficiency and occupant experience while reducing operational costs.
- Scaling AI for district-wide optimization – Beyond individual buildings, our AI-driven solutions are expanding to entire urban districts. By simulating and analyzing real estate data on a city-wide scale, we can optimize energy use, sustainability performance, and operational efficiency across multiple properties.
Building the future of smart real estate
Our vision is to transform the real estate industry by making every building a Cognitive Building—one that continuously learns, adapts, and optimizes its operations using AI. The work being done in our Vietnam R&D hub is a crucial part of this mission, driving scalable, AI-powered solutions that redefine how we interact with the built environment.
As we continue to expand our R&D capabilities, we invite innovators, technologists, and partners to join us on this journey. If you’re in Hanoi, stop by and say hello—we’d love to connect and share more about the exciting work happening at Akila.
For a more detailed breakdown of how AI can be used to enhance the building lifecycle, check out this blog post.
