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‘Time to Be Human’: Paul Doherty Talks Tech and Architecture

Architect-turned-technologist Paul Doherty believes the construction industry is on the cusp of a transformation—one where drones, smart contracts and even “personified” buildings reshape the way we live and work. But at its core, he says, construction technology is about making us more human, not less.
By Maggie Murphy
October 1, 2025
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by Maggie Murphy
Maggie leads Construction Executive’s day-to-day operations and long-term strategy—overseeing all print and digital content, design and production efforts, and working with the editorial team to tell the many stories of America’s builders and contractors. She’s a native Marylander with extensive construction industry experience and an educational background in communications, history and classical literature.

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