UCL Connected Environments

We apply Internet of Things (IoT) technology to the built environment, pioneering how intelligent systems can transform our interaction with the world around us. Our work in the Bartlett Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis is centred around Data Visualisation, IoT and Digital Co-Creation.

Featured projects

Shazam for Bats
UCL, Intel, Bat Conservation Trust, London Wildlife Trust and Arup
The Time Telephone
UCL, University of Sheffield, Victoria & Albert Museum of Childhood, Site Gallery Sheffield, Bodleian Libraries University of Oxford
ViLO
UCL, Future Cities Catapult

Recent Posts

Large Language Models for Time Series Analysis

A deep dive into the use of large language models (LLMs) for time series analysis, benchmarking Chronos, LLM4TS, and TEMPO on real-world building datasets, and exploring their potential for forecasting and anomaly detection.

Getting Connected Using a GSM Module

Learn how to connect mobile sensors to the internet using a GSM module and Arduino.

Enhancing Patient Flow and Experience in London’s Eye Clinics with COACH Sensors

In-depth designing and manufacturing steps of COACH devices to monitor environmental factors like occupancy and CO₂, optimising patient flow and clinic operations at Moorfields Eye Clinic.

Device Prototyping and Production — 72h Bootcamp in Lancaster

A hands-on look at the 2024 Pro2 Summer School in Lancaster, exploring how to turn prototypes into production-ready devices in just 72 hours.

SHIFT Digital Frontiers Report Unveiled During London Data Week

SHIFT launches a visionary report on urban data innovation during London Data Week 2024.

Turn Any Device into a Literary Clock with our MQTT Feed

Transform any device into a literary clock using our MQTT feed delivering real-time, minute-specific quotes from literature.

Make a Scrolling Hub75 Matrix Display using a Pimoroni Interstate75W and MQTT

Create a scrolling LED display with Pimoroni’s Interstate75W and MQTT—show messages, control brightness, and stream live data.

Creating Art Like Weather Forecast Images with DALL·E 3 and API Data

Transform weather forecasts into AI-generated art with DALL·E 3, using Met Office data, Python scripts, and automation.