Episode 11: AI Education for Real Estate Professionals: Insights from Dr. Nikodem Szumilo and Dr. Monika Szumilo

As Director of the Bartlett Real Estate Institute at UCL, Nikodem brings an economic perspective to AI adoption in property markets, while Monika, a physics lecturer and AI engineer, offers technical insight into how these systems actually work.

The conversation delves into thought-provoking questions about AI creativity, the evolution from basic text prediction to sophisticated analysis tools, and practical approaches to AI implementation across real estate organisations. The Szumilos share their experience teaching AI to property professionals, revealing how different stakeholders, from research teams to senior executives — are embracing these technologies.

Whether you’re curious about the “vibe working” trend, bottom-up adoption strategies, or how to effectively validate AI outputs in property contexts, this episode provides valuable frameworks for understanding how AI is reshaping real estate practice.