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<div>Most conversations about AI in construction start with speed.&nbsp;</div>
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<div>&ldquo;How many hours did we save?&rdquo;</div>
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<div>&ldquo;How many pages could we review in minutes?"&nbsp;</div>
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<div>But a recent aec+tech conversation on AI-driven plan review made a more useful point: the tools save time, but the real reason to adopt them is risk.</div>
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0nEGFxC7as">This conversation</a> brought together Colton Johnson, Principal Engineer at Flint Engineering Company; Aakash Prasad, Co-founder and CEO of InspectMind AI; and Simon G. Solorio, President of Solorio Inc. Much of the discussion centered on InspectMind AI's plan-checking tool, though the takeaways apply to any firm weighing this kind of software.&nbsp;
In this article you&rsquo;ll see where AI plan review helps, where it falls short, and why a firm with weak internal processes will not get much out of it no matter how good the software gets.
<h2 dir="ltr">Reading a Pictorial Language</h2>
Plan review is not just about reading text. Construction documents carry meaning through symbols, callouts, line weights, and schedules that change from one project type to the next. An industrial set does not look like a large residential set. Every new hire has to learn how to read that visual system before they can review anything in it.
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"Construction documents are a language, and on top of that they're a pictorial language. You're relying on graphic and visual cues to display the information, translating heavy analysis and code requirements into those pictures."
&mdash; Colton Johnson, Principal Engineer, Flint Engineering Company
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Solorio described the second half of the problem: volume.&nbsp;
Even with tools like Revit and virtual walk-throughs on Meta Quest headsets, engineers still check ever-changing building codes by hand and coordinate across disciplines. Holding hundreds of pages of drawings against dense architectural, structural, mechanical, and civil specifications is a cognitive load that does not scale. There is only so much one person can keep straight at once, and plan sets keep getting bigger.
That is the gap AI steps into. Not the design work or the engineering judgment, but the slow, repetitive cross-checking that wears people down and still lets errors slip through.
A Third-Party Reviewer That Works Through Lunch
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AI is a third-party reviewer. It&rsquo;s not a replacement for the engineer or the plan checker, but an extra set of eyes that never gets tired and never skips a page.
Prasad said InspectMind AI can typically review a 100- to 200-page project in one to two hours. In that window it catches discrepancies between drawings and specs, flags cross-discipline coordination issues, and checks against selected/applicable codes and references. It surfaces a prioritized set of findings while the team continues other work.&nbsp;
InspectMind AI has flagged a water main running straight into a 12-inch concrete pipe. It has caught a storm sewer drawn with no slope, which means it would never drain. These are the errors that hide on page 140 of a set and get expensive once they reach the field.&nbsp;
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"This isn't replacing your own diligence or your own quality of work. It's a useful automated review tool that helps you reduce risk and liability and improve quality overall."
&mdash; Aakash Prasad, Co-founder and CEO, InspectMind AI&nbsp;
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The discussion was honest about the limits, too. AI still struggles to read the purely graphical parts of a drawing when there are no words or numbers to anchor it. That should improve over the next few years, but for now InspectMind AI is strongest where drawings, specs, and code references can be grounded and cited. Purely graphical meaning, where the intent lives only in the picture, is still an area where human review matters.
<h2 dir="ltr">From Months of Back-and-Forth to Days&nbsp;</h2>
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<figcaption>Fig 3) InspectMind AI tags each finding by severity, discipline, and code.&nbsp;</figcaption>
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A minor discrepancy on a drawing is not just a quality problem. It is a liability problem. Prasad pointed to ADA compliance as an example. A ramp drawn with a 2.2 percent slope instead of the required 2 percent maximum is a small number on a sheet and a frequent target for litigation. Catching it before construction starts is worth far more than the hour it saved.
The same logic runs downstream. Errors that survive review become Requests for Information (RFIs) and change orders once contractors are on site. Each one costs time and money and strains the client relationship. The financial case lives in catching those errors early.&nbsp;
A church project in California shows how that plays out. The design firm ran its full drawing set (architecture, civil, structural, and specs) through InspectMind AI before submitting to the city. The AI flagged around 300 issues. The team fixed them first. When the city's review came back, the comments were mostly minor, and the firm closed them out in days rather than the weeks or months a project like this can take.
That is the payoff that matters. Not the hours saved running the review, but the weeks of back-and-forth with the jurisdiction that never happened, and the rework that never reached the field.
Garbage In, Garbage Out Still Applies
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The strongest warning has always been against leaning on the tools too hard. The old 'garbage in, garbage out' rule still stands.
The software is powerful, but it sits on top of a firm's inputs, its standards, and the judgment of the people running it.
Solorio made the case for foundational knowledge. Junior engineers still need to learn the basics through hand calculations and free-body diagrams so they understand how loads travel and what a structural member is actually doing. Without that, an engineer cannot tell when the AI is wrong.
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"If you put in garbage, you're going to get out garbage, and that's still true with these new programs. If you put in something wrong, it gives you something wrong. You have to know the basics to know when it's giving you wrong information."
&mdash; Simon G. Solorio, President, Solorio Inc.
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Johnson framed the same idea as a sequence. He sees a working AI workflow as a three-tier system.&nbsp;
A firm establishes good internal processes first. Then it introduces standard automations. Only then does it put AI at what he called the tip of the spear. Skip the first two steps and there is nothing solid for the AI to stand on. When a firm's drawing standards and inputs are inconsistent, there is no realistic way to scale an AI workflow on top of them.
<h2 dir="ltr">Own the Output</h2>
Accountability is the other side of this. When an engineer signs off on a design, they own it, whatever tools helped produce it.
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"The motto we live by with AI is own the output. Just because you have a cool tool doesn't mean you get to say that the tool is the reason something was wrong. You own the output."
&mdash; Colton Johnson, Principal Engineer, Flint Engineering Company
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That has a practical edge. Johnson raised data security, pointing out that client information needs to stay protected under NDAs when a firm runs it through a third-party AI platform. Owning the output means owning the data path, too. Before uploading project documents, firms should evaluate the data path and the platform's NDA and security requirements. That is a question to settle before the first project goes up, not after.&nbsp;
<h2 dir="ltr">Built by the People Who Use It</h2>
The panel closed on what actually makes these tools better, and the answer was feedback from the field rather than anything happening in a lab. Solorio and Johnson both pointed to the value of a simple thumbs up or thumbs down on each flagged issue. That input teaches the model the difference between a real problem and an irrelevant false positive, which is the difference between a tool engineers trust and one they learn to ignore.
Because AEC technology moves quickly, the tools that respond to this feedback can change almost daily. Johnson offered an example from a job site. He floated the idea of having the plan checker automatically generate a targeted field observation checklist based on the specific materials and structural elements it found in the drawings. Within hours, the development team had piloted a connection between the plan checker and a site inspection app.
That speed of iteration is the point underneath the whole conversation.
The AI plan review tools that earn a place in AEC workflows will be the ones built and shaped by the people doing the work, not the ones that promise to do the thinking for them. The engineers on this panel were not looking for software to replace their judgment. They were looking for a reviewer that helps them protect it. That is a smaller promise than replacing an engineer, and a far more useful one.
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Editor's Note
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This article was independently reviewed and edited by Niknaz Aftahi, Founder of AEC+Tech, drawing on InspectMind AI's product documentation, direct conversation with the panel participants, and hands-on knowledge of plan review and QA/QC workflows. Figures drawn from the panel rather than published material were checked before publishing.
&mdash; Niknaz Aftahi, Founder, AEC+Tech
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In this article, Kestrel Labs explains how AI powered building code compliance can help architects check code directly inside the BIM model, reducing manual review, rework, and permitting delays. The conversation explores how computable building codes, Revit based workflows, and traceable compliance results can support faster design decisions, stronger code confidence, and a more efficient future for AEC permitting.

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We sat down with Chinmayi Suri, Architectural Designer at DGA, and Brandon Levey, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.ichiplan.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ichi</a>, to learn how the two are working at the intersection of architecture and AI to tackle some of the profession's most time-consuming pain points: building code compliance, QA/QC, and the institutional knowledge that disappears when senior staff retire.&nbsp;
On a recent corporate laboratory project, the team at DGA, a Bay Area architecture firm specializing in life sciences and advanced manufacturing facilities, hit a familiar wall. Their mechanical scope carried a $250,000 line item for fire dampers, and the client wanted that cost justified before signing off. The architects suspected the dampers were not actually required by code for this specific occupancy and assembly configuration, but confirming it the usual way meant setting up a meeting, a senior architect pulling code books, cross-referencing amendments, and chasing answers across the firm. On a project already under deadline pressure, the budget question was at risk of being closed out without ever being properly answered.
Instead, they ran the question through Ichi, an AI platform built specifically for navigating building code complexity. Within seconds they had a cited answer from the code confirming the dampers were not required. The line item came out. The client saved $250,000.
While this is a relatively small sum for highly complex projects, this is just a single example and without that quick verification, the money would not have stayed in the project. It would have come out of finishes, or contingency, or somewhere else the team would rather not have touched. That is the part worth paying attention to. Code research used to be a slow, senior-architect-only task that often gets skipped or rushed under deadline pressure. When it stops being slow, it starts shaping budgets in real time.
<h3 dir="ltr">How Manual Code Work Is Costing You</h3>
Code compliance is one of those parts of architectural practice that almost no one celebrates. It is also one of the most expensive parts of the job, in hours if not always in dollars.
Chinmayi Suri, an architectural designer at DGA, works on cGMP pharmaceutical, life science, and manufacturing facilities that often run past 100,000 square feet and carry layered regulatory requirements. She describes the existing process bluntly. Navigating ADA, fire codes, and industry-specific regulations falls on the most senior architects, the ones who have memorized chunks of code over years of repetition. It is institutional knowledge stored in human heads, queried one Slack message or in-person conversation at a time.
That creates two problems. The first is throughput. Senior staff become the bottleneck on every code question, which pulls them away from the design work they were hired to do. The second is timing. Code checking traditionally happens after the design is mostly finished, so compliance issues surface late, when changes are expensive and the schedule is already tight.
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"This stemmed from frustration really. I was sitting on my computer saying this should not take so long, and that's kind of actually where this all started."&nbsp;&mdash; Chinmayi Suri, DGA
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Her original interest in AI tools came out of that frustration, not out of any particular enthusiasm for AI as a concept.
<h3 dir="ltr">Why Generic AI Tools Fall Short</h3>
The obvious question for any architect frustrated with code research is: Can&rsquo;t ChatGPT do the job? The answer, so far, has been no, and the reasons are useful to understand.
Brandon Levey, founder and CEO of Ichi, comes from a 20-year tech background that includes work at a Department of Energy national lab and running R&amp;D teams at Square. He grew up in his father's HVAC and sheet metal business, which is partly why he ended up building software for AEC. He breaks the gap down into three things.
Accuracy on compliance codes has to be very high. Architects stamp their drawings, and a model that produces plausible-sounding language without citing the exact code section is worse than no answer at all. The documents themselves are also unusually large. A spec package can run 6,000 pages. A jurisdiction comment letter can run 60 pages with 300 individual items. General-purpose tools are not built to parse and cross-reference at that scale with any reliability. And, the answers always depend on the context that lives inside the firm: what counts as a standard detail, which assemblies the client has used before, what the senior architect on this project type would flag.
Chinmayi put it more directly. Generic AI tools require the user to already have deep domain knowledge to know what to ask and to verify what comes back. That defeats the purpose. The point of an AI assistant for code work is to lower the barrier, not require an expert to operate it.
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<h3 dir="ltr">What Agentic Actually Means Here</h3>
Ichi's product is built around what Brandon calls an agentic approach. The term gets used loosely, so it is worth being specific.
In Ichi's case it means that when users ask Ichi a question they aren&rsquo;t interacting with a single LLM, but rather many different agents that are specialized in specific tasks. This approach helps the platform guide users when they do not know exactly what to ask,check its own work, and complete longer, more complex tasks.
A simple example. An architect asks a question about an auditorium in California. A generic chatbot returns a generic answer. Ichi instead asks clarifying questions about occupancy load and square footage, because those variables fundamentally change which code sections apply. That guided flow matters in code work, where a wrong assumption upstream invalidates everything downstream.
The error-checking piece is more technical but arguably more important.
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"Any type of long-running or long horizon task in AI is going to have errors in it. The way that we evolve through that, a lot of the agentic approaches are by using multiple AI agents to check its work."&nbsp;&mdash; Brandon Levey, founder and CEO, Ichi
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In practice that means when Ichi pulls code references from a 60-page comment letter or runs a feasibility study, separate agents are reviewing the output for inconsistencies and gaps before the architect sees it. That internal cross-check is what makes the difference between a curiosity and something architects will actually put their name on.
Want to hear the full discussion?<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsm_sSv2urI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Watch the complete panel conversation with Chinmayi Suri and Brandon Levey on YouTube.&nbsp;</a>
<h3 dir="ltr">Reducing the Work Architects Enjoy Least&nbsp;</h3>
The most concrete value Ichi delivers shows up in the workflows least enjoyed by architects.
Comment letters are the clearest case. When a jurisdiction returns a plan check, the architect's first job is translation: turning a long PDF into a structured spreadsheet that maps each comment to the relevant code reference, assigns it to the right consultant, and drafts an initial response. Brandon described one user who spent five to eight hours turning a 60-page letter with 300 comments into a workable spreadsheet. With Ichi, that drops to around 20 minutes.
Feasibility and zoning studies follow a similar pattern. A study that previously took two to four hours of senior staff time becomes a 20-minute guided workflow, producing an exportable document with code references already in place.
On the documentation side, the savings come less from automation than from triage. Chinmayi pointed to 700-page document sets where the real value is having AI do the first pass, locating where specific notes or drawing discrepancies live. The architect still verifies and decides. They just no longer have to read every line to find the three that matter.
The work that consumes the most time in an architecture firm is rarely the work that draws people into the profession. Cutting hours out of that work is where most firms will see the first real return.
<div><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSKu4e2Qg3s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch Ichi in action: See how the platform supports zoning, design, permitting, and inspections across the full project lifecycle.</a></div>
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<h3 dir="ltr">Capturing the Knowledge Before It Walks Out the Door</h3>
One of the more interesting features in Ichi is what the platform calls Memory. It captures the institutional knowledge of senior staff, the kind of judgment and pattern recognition that takes decades to build and tends to leave the firm when those people retire.
Chinmayi described how the idea took shape at DGA.
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"I wish we could put Mark Davis into a notebook LLM."&nbsp;&mdash; Chinmayi Suri, on DGA principal Mark Davis
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The line is partly a joke about a specific colleague, but it captures something the AEC industry has struggled with for a long time. Knowledge transfer from senior to junior staff is mostly accidental, dependent on proximity, mentorship, and time.
Memory works by ingesting organizational standards, past project notes, and client specifications so the AI's answers reflect the firm's actual way of working, not a generic best practice. DGA has started using it as a training tool, exposing younger architects not just to answers but to the prompts and reasoning senior staff use to get there. The platform already syncs directly with OneDrive and soon will with Google Drive, removing another friction point for firms with messy document storage.
This is also where the security question gets practical. Ichi does not train its models on customer data. For firms handling sensitive client information, particularly in life sciences or government work, that distinction is the difference between adoption and a hard no from legal.
<h3 dir="ltr">The Barriers Are Real, but Shrinking</h3>
Adoption is rarely about whether a tool works. It is about whether a firm can afford the time to find out.
Chinmayi named three barriers: time, trust, and security. Time, because evaluating new software is itself a senior-staff task that competes with billable work. Trust, because architects are personally liable for what they sign. Security, because client data cannot be pasted into a public chatbot.
The trust question tends to dissolve through small wins. Firms that successfully adopt AI usually start with a single project, often a smaller one, and prove the tool against a known answer. Once the output matches what a senior architect would have produced, the conversation shifts from whether the tool is reliable to which workflow it should touch next.
The fear of replacement also fades quickly once people actually use the tools. The intelligent part of the work, as Chinmayi pointed out, still comes from the humans using it. AI takes the repetitive parts. It does not make decisions, and it does not stamp drawings.
<h3 dir="ltr">The New Baseline</h3>
The shift Brandon describes has happened fast. In 2024, the conversation in architecture was still about whether AI was real. By late 2025 it had moved to how to implement it. Firms are now being asked in client interviews and RFP responses what their AI strategy is. Within the next year, not having a clear answer will start to count against firms competing for work.
Chinmayi frames it in the only terms that really matter to working architects.
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"You have to start using it. We have to start thinking about using it in our workflow. It is going to become as prevalent to us at some point as Revit is."&nbsp;&mdash; Chinmayi Suri, DGA
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The shift from hand drafting to CAD took roughly a decade. CAD to BIM took another. Each one looked optional at the start and obvious by the end. The shift now underway, from manual code research to agentic compliance tools, is following the same curve. 
Firms picking up the tools now are buying themselves time to figure out how to use them well before that becomes a job requirement rather than a competitive edge.
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Editor's Note
This article is based on an aec+tech Expert Talk, Navigating Code Complexity with AI, featuring Chinmayi Suri of DGA Architects and Brandon Levey of Ichi. The conversation explored why building code review remains one of the most manual and time consuming parts of architectural practice, and how AI can help project teams navigate code requirements, reduce repetitive review work, and make more informed design decisions.
Learn more on Ichi&rsquo;s product page: <a href="../../tools/ichi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.aecplustech.com/tools/ichi</a>
Watch the full conversation here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsm_sSv2urI&amp;t=168s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsm_sSv2urI&amp;t=168s</a>
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In this article, we explore how DGA Architects is using Ichi’s agentic AI platform to rethink building code compliance, QA/QC, and time consuming review workflows. Through a recent project example, the article shows how faster, cited code research helped the team remove a $250K fire damper line item and make better decisions earlier. The piece also looks at how AI can capture institutional knowledge, support junior teams, and become a new baseline for architecture firms as client expectations evolve.

How DGA Used Ichi’s Agentic AI to Rethink Code Compliance

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Founded by Eben Joubert, a Systems Architect with dual Master's degrees in Artificial Intelligence (Distinction, Goldsmiths, University of London) and BIM & Integrated Design (Merit, University of Salford), backed by a full-stack integration developer, Leveret Systems brings a rare combination of deep construction domain knowledge and production-grade software engineering. Our directors are members of the British Computer Society (MBCS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB).

CDE and BIM Platform Integration. We connect Common Data Environments and BIM platforms to your enterprise ecosystem. Our work spans Autodesk APS (Forge), BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), ProjectWise, Asite, Aconex, and Trimble Connect — integrated with ERP systems including COINS and SAP, SharePoint, Power BI, and bespoke analytics platforms. We deliver REST API development, webhook orchestration, ISO 19650-compliant information management workflows (WIP - Shared - Published - Archived), model translation pipelines from Revit (RVT) and IFC to SVF2 for web-based 3D viewing via Autodesk APS, and automated metadata enrichment, validation, and quality assurance across federated BIM models.

Custom Middleware Development. We build the integration backbone that sits between your platforms — not configuration or rebranded SaaS, but actual production-grade middleware with proper error handling, retry logic, structured logging, and monitoring. Our solutions include event-driven microservices on Google Cloud Pub/Sub, Azure Service Bus, and RabbitMQ; webhook callback systems for real-time data synchronisation; data transformation pipelines from CAD geometry to business data and from IFC to analytics-ready formats; and API gateway designs serving 78+ endpoints with sub-second response times.

AI and Machine Learning for AEC. We apply machine learning and natural language processing to construction and engineering data — not generic AI, but domain-specific solutions built by engineers who understand both the algorithms and the industry. Our capabilities include retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines for regulatory document analysis covering NRM2, building regulations, and standards; computer vision applied to satellite imagery and point cloud analysis; predictive analytics for construction performance across schedule, quality, and cost forecasting; and LLM-assisted content generation with human-in-the-loop quality controls.

Data Engineering and Dashboards. We build end-to-end data pipelines from source systems to executive-ready reporting. When Power BI's native connectors create latency or data quality issues, we build dashboards from scratch. Capabilities include SharePoint and CDE data extraction pipelines, Power BI integration with custom embedded reporting, real-time operational dashboards with WebSocket-driven updates, and multimodal dataset handling across BIM/CAD models, point cloud data, and time-series sensor feeds.

Why Leveret Systems. Construction plus software: our team holds degrees in Construction Management, BIM, and AI — we don't just write code, we understand what project teams actually need. Production-grade delivery: not prototypes or proof-of-concepts, but production systems with logging, monitoring, error handling, and documentation. Platform agnostic across Autodesk APS, ProjectWise, Asite, Aconex, and Trimble Connect — we integrate whatever CDE stack you are running. ISO 19650 and ISO 27001 standards are baked into our delivery approach, not bolted on after the fact. Our two-person Architect plus Developer delivery model means we sustain delivery over months, not just advise for a week and leave.

Recent Delivery. In a recent 7-week engagement, our team delivered an enterprise quoting platform with 78+ API endpoints (Flask backend, React frontend, PostgreSQL on Cloud SQL), migrated 118,000+ rows across 23 tables from BigQuery to Cloud SQL Postgres with zero downtime, rebuilt a WordPress website as a custom React application with GA4 and GDPR Consent Mode v2, built a manufacturing team planner with Harvest time-tracking and Google Drive integration, and integrated an AI-powered email classification agent with the quoting system. Deployed to GCP Cloud Run with Docker and GitHub Actions CI/CD. Two people, seven weeks.

Leveret Systems Ltd

Leveret Systems is a UK-based integration consultancy that builds the middleware layer between BIM/CDE platforms and enterprise systems. We design and ship production-grade APIs, webhook orchestration, event-driven pipelines, and analytics dashboards that turn fragmented construction data into actionable intelligence.

nCircle Tech, founded with a vision to revolutionize design automation, has grown into a leading provider of AI-powered solutions, cloud workflows, and CAD/BIM customization, transforming AEC and manufacturing industries globally. nCircle Tech is revolutionizing the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) and manufacturing industries by offering cutting-edge automation, AI-powered solutions, and cloud-based engineering workflows. The company’s expertise in CAD/BIM customization, point cloud processing, and AI-driven automation empowers businesses to streamline their design processes, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance project accuracy. With an unwavering commitment to innovation and digital transformation, nCircle Tech has positioned itself as a trusted technology partner for businesses looking to optimize their workflows and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive industry.

One of the key differentiators of nCircle Tech is its deep integration with industry-leading software, including Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Rhino, SolidWorks, and Bentley Systems. By developing custom plugins, automation scripts, and AI-driven tools, the company enables engineers, architects, and manufacturers to improve design efficiency, project coordination, and data accuracy. The ability to seamlessly integrate these technologies into existing workflows makes nCircle Tech a preferred choice for businesses seeking customized automation solutions.

Beyond automation, nCircle Tech is driving innovation through AI and machine learning, offering intelligent design optimization and predictive analytics. The company’s AI-powered tools help businesses make data-driven decisions, automate quality control, and generate optimized design alternatives. This not only reduces manual work but also enhances precision, ensuring that projects are executed with greater efficiency and fewer errors.

Another area where nCircle Tech excels is point cloud processing and Scan-to-BIM solutions. With advancements in laser scanning technology, companies are increasingly relying on point cloud data to create accurate digital representations of physical structures. nCircle Tech’s AI-driven point cloud processing tools enable faster, more accurate conversion of 3D scans into intelligent BIM models, which is invaluable for renovation, restoration, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

The company’s cloud-based engineering workflows facilitate seamless collaboration between remote teams, ensuring that design changes, updates, and approvals happen in real-time. By implementing cloud-hosted BIM model sharing, automated data synchronization, and real-time project tracking, nCircle Tech ensures that engineering teams can work more efficiently and collaboratively, regardless of location.

nCircle Tech’s commitment to industry leadership is evident through its partnerships and recognitions, including its collaboration with the Bentley Developer Network and its recognition as a finalist in the Building Innovation Awards 2024 under the category of Best Use of Visualization Technology. These accolades highlight the company’s commitment to driving industry progress and setting new benchmarks in automation and digital engineering.

In today’s fast-evolving world, businesses need intelligent, future-ready solutions to stay competitive. nCircle Tech delivers precisely that—automation, AI-driven innovation, and workflow optimization—helping AEC and manufacturing firms achieve faster project delivery, improved cost efficiency, and superior design accuracy.

By continuously pushing the boundaries of CAD/BIM automation, AI, and cloud technology, nCircle Tech is not just keeping up with industry trends—it is defining them. As businesses move towards smarter, more automated engineering processes, nCircle Tech stands as a trusted partner in their digital transformation journey, ensuring they remain efficient, competitive, and ready for the future.

nCircle Tech

We develop custom software and provide BIM services, specializing in the AEC and Manufacturing sectors. Some of our products include: BIM cloud importer, CAD-BIM Plugins, BIM Model Rule Checker, and more. 

Cullinan Construction Consultants is a multi-purpose construction company in the United Kingdom that specializes in Design & Build, Building Construction, Structural Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, and Cost Management.

Cullinan Construction Consultants

In Kansas City and within the Midwest region, StructSure Projects has amassed an extensive portfolio of projects representing a variety of scopes, industries and services. As a member of nine national Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) programs through the federal government, StructSure Projects has carved out a reputation of excellence in the government sphere that includes work at nearly every Army and Air Force base in the country.

With project management practices and a safety record that is superior to the industry standard, our team has garnered numerous industry awards. When it comes to efficiently and intelligently delivering vital structures, StructSure Projects thrives.

StructSure

As a performance-driven general contractor, StructSure Projects has experienced project managers and engineers, superintendents, safety officers, quality control managers and estimators dedicated to delivering successful projects on time, within budget and with complete customer satisfaction.

The Context
Despite decades of investment in BIM, architectural documentation remains heavily manual. Teams continue to spend significant time on repetitive production tasks, manual QA/QC, and enforcing standards across drawings, views, and schedules.
At scale, this creates inefficiency, late-stage rework, and coordination risk, while contributing to burnout across documentation teams. Existing automation is often fragmented or difficult to apply consistently within live project models, limiting its effectiveness in everyday production work.
SketchPro is being actively deployed at top architecture firms to address this gap by embedding AI directly into architectural documentation workflows.
The Question
How can AI support architectural documentation&ndash; QA/QC, standards alignment, and repetitive production work&ndash; while keeping architects in control, preserving authorship, and respecting firm-specific standards and workflows?
The Approach
SketchPro is an AI documentation copilot embedded directly within Revit, designed to operate on live project models, views, schedules, and sheets. The system is developed around three core principles:
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No workflow disruption Al actions occur inside the same Revit environment already used by project teams for documentation. No exporting, syncing, or parallel tools required.
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Architect-in-the-loop control All actions are previewed, reviewable, and reversible, ensuring professional judgment remains central to decision-making.
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Firm-specific intelligence Rather than applying generic rules, the system adapts to project standards, naming conventions, and documentation logic defined by each practice with an &ldquo;AI Knowledge Base&rdquo; set up by admins from each firm.
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The Collaboration Model
SketchPro is being deployed in collaboration with architecture firms working across a range of scales, typologies, and geographic locations, including educational, multifamily, and commercial projects. Ongoing collaboration ensures the platform addresses real documentation pain points such as QA/QC consistency, annotation cleanup, and standards alignment within live projects.
The Results
Across partner firms, teams report:
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Standardized preferences across projects with AI
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30% reduction in documentation time across major tasks like sheet creation, dimensioning, schedules, and QA/QC
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20% more capacity to do more projects with their current team
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AI is experienced as a support system rather than a replacement. Junior staff report increased confidence and productivity, while senior staff retain full control over technical decisions.
Key Takeaways
Successful AI adoption in architecture depends less on automation alone and more on customization, transparency, and trust in the technology.
By embedding AI directly into documentation workflows and aligning it with the realities of architectural practice, SketchPro illustrates how AI can strengthen existing processes rather than disrupt them, supporting efficiency, quality, and professional judgment.

SketchPro allows you to go from a hand-drawn sketch to a fully rendered design

Firm-specific intelligence based on a custom, internal knowledge base

Mentor mode provides model-specific guidance

QAQC Audit using your firm's standards and checklists

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Melt Takeoff is built for estimators who need takeoffs that are not just fast, but truly bid-ready and reliable. Unlike fully automated takeoff software that only measures what&rsquo;s drawn, Melt Takeoff is designed around a simple truth: winning bids requires accounting for what&rsquo;s missing from plans &mdash; the scope gaps, incomplete details, coordination conflicts, and implied work that experienced estimators catch through judgment.
Melt Takeoff combines AI vision with expert estimator validation to deliver takeoffs with both speed and accuracy. The workflow is simple: upload plans, the AI measures and identifies scope, flags drawing/spec conflicts, adds allowances, and then senior estimators validate everything before delivery. This hybrid model is what makes Melt Takeoff dependable &mdash; AI accelerates measurement, but real estimators ensure completeness and constructability.
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AI Vision measurement detecting 800+ building elements with counts, lengths, perimeters, areas, and volumes
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Automated scope recognition across architectural, structural, and MEP drawings
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Detailed allowances for scope not shown, added as itemized ROMs based on code requirements and real project benchmarks
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Drawing&ndash;spec conflict detection, with estimator-led resolution before it hits your bid
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Estimator-verified outputs, reviewed by onshore senior estimators with 20+ years of field experience, including delivery of multi-million to billion-dollar projects
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Flexible classification standards, supporting MasterFormat&reg;, UniFormat&reg;, or custom structures, so takeoffs drop directly into your estimating workflow
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Interactive takeoff output, with side-by-side plan review, traceable quantities, and clean Excel exports ready for pricing and bidding
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Melt Takeoff is designed for speed without sacrificing trust. Quantities aren&rsquo;t just dumped into a spreadsheet &mdash; they&rsquo;re delivered in a structured, reviewable format so teams can validate quickly, collaborate internally, and confidently move into bid submission. The output stays fully in your control: review, adjust, and export clean files without messy reformatting.
Melt Takeoff delivers a takeoff process that is 40% more accurate, 20% faster, and 10% cheaper, with turnaround times ranging from 2&ndash;3 days for small projects to 7&ndash;8 days for extra-large projects. The result is fewer missed scope items, stronger bid coverage, reduced risk of underbidding, and significantly more confidence in your numbers &mdash; so estimators can bid faster and win more work.

Melt Takeoff

BAMROC: Revolutionizing MEP and MEP vs. Structure Clash Resolution in the AEC Industry
BAMROC is the first AI-powered software in the AEC industry purpose-built to automate MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) and MEP vs. Structure clash resolution inside real-world BIM coordination workflows. Instead of spending countless hours manually reviewing clashes, modifying routes, and iterating on design options, BIM teams can now rely on BAMROC to act as an intelligent copilot that does the heavy lifting with remarkable speed and consistency.
At its core, BAMROC combines advanced AI-powered decision-making to understand how MEP services interact with structural and architectural elements. It doesn&rsquo;t just highlight problems, it actively proposes and applies optimized resolutions that respect design intent, space constraints, and constructability. This allows BIM MEP coordinators, designers, and engineers to move from reactive firefighting to proactive, high-value decision-making.
By streamlining a traditionally time-consuming and repetitive coordination stage, BAMROC helps projects meet the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and efficiency. It reduces the back-and-forth between disciplines, minimizes rework, and cuts down coordination cycles, ultimately supporting faster project delivery and more predictable outcomes. BIM professionals can focus on design quality, system performance, and client requirements instead of being stuck in manual clash-by-clash troubleshooting.
As an advanced BIM clash resolver, BAMROC analyzes design conflicts, explores multiple routing scenarios, and intelligently adjusts MEP systems to create a clash-free environment. The resolutions are generated with precision, preserving clearances, avoiding critical zones, and maintaining the logic of each system. This level of automation and reliability redefines what &ldquo;productive&rdquo; means in BIM MEP design and coordination.
Whether your team is handling dense plant rooms, complex high-rise cores, hospitals with strict service zoning, or large infrastructure projects under aggressive timelines, BAMROC ensures that BIM professionals can achieve lightning-fast coordination with uncompromising quality. Adopting BAMROC is not just a software upgrade, it is a shift toward smarter, AI-assisted project delivery and a more efficient, future-ready AEC workflow.

BAMROC

EGNYTE CONTENT CLOUD Unlock the full potential of your mission-critical content by simplifying collaboration, improving productivity with AI, and addressing information governance. PLATFORM The Egnyte Platform provides robust, secure, and compliant infrastructure that can be customized and scaled to match your business needs. Faster Time to Value Egnyte delivers immediate value with little or no customization but can tailor its offering to meet your business needs and integrate with your environment. Trusted by IT Leaders Thousand of IT leaders appreciate Egnyte&rsquo;s ease of deployment combined with a secure and compliant architecture. Loved by End-users End-users love working with Egnyte because of its accessibility from wherever they work, without forcing them to alter established processes and behavior. COLLABORATION Collaborate on mission-critical content with distributed teams working from an office, from home, or on the go. Collaborate Efficiently Empower teams to work efficiently and confidently, accelerating project timelines while protecting valuable content. Manage Complex Files Efficiently collaborate on mission-critical content and empower teams that work with large, complex files (up to 250 GB) in the cloud. Streamline Workflows Enhance workflows, improve productivity, drive project momentum, and ensure secure interactions across teams and partners. INTELLIGENCE Drive productivity and innovation with private and secure AI grounded in your company's data. Get fast answers, surface insights, create summaries, and perform actions via a simple, intuitive interface built into users&rsquo; workflows. Private Egnyte&rsquo;s AI respects your governance model and adheres to user-specific permissions, protecting your data with stringent privacy, compliance, and security standards. Purposeful Get accurate, relevant, and traceable answers from your data, with complete control over data sources and AI prompts. Practical Integrate AI seamlessly into existing workflows without moving data out of Egnyte, eliminating the need for new tools or special skills. GOVERNANCE Proactively Address Rapidly Evolving Cyberthreats and Manage Compliance Requirements Defend Against Ransomware Proactively manage the threat of ransomware; detect known ransomware artifacts; keep pace with rapidly-evolving ransomware variants; take immediate action when users experience attacks; and recover quickly from successful attacks using Snapshot Recovery. Protect Sensitive Content Identify and review sensitive content including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) data, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI); take immediate corrective action to protect exposed data; strengthen your compliance with global data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CPRA; and continuously improve sensitive data protection. Manage Regulatory Compliance Comply with cybersecurity and data privacy standards, such as CMMC, ISO 27001, and the CPRA; detect data that&rsquo;s subject to compliance and data privacy standards; keep pace with rapidly-evolving international privacy and cybersecurity standards; and benefit from Egnyte&rsquo;s deep compliance experience. Remediate Security Issues Mitigate risk associated with common security vulnerabilities like publicly exposed document links and potential ransomware; automatically respond to suspicious Egnyte login attempts; and enable your team to focus on threats most likely to significantly impact your company. Keep Data Confidential Create virtual data rooms (VDRs) for secure collaboration with external entities; generate Document Rooms in support of M&amp;A, asset sales, and investment fundraising initiatives; watermark previewed files to limit the risk of data breaches; gain real-time insights into users&rsquo; document access activity; and terminate external entities&rsquo; access when projects are completed, for peace of mind.

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We lead the construction industry in quality control. No more stumbling blocks. Constructing flawless buildings is now easier than ever. Solibri Office imports building models from all major BIM software using the standardized IFC interface. It identifies potential problems early, preventing issues during construction and beyond, ensuring smooth project execution and long-term building performance. Solibri offers the most advanced and comprehensive library of customizable rule templates to tackle the most demanding quality assurance tasks. Choose from over 70+ predefined rule templates or customize your own to ensure no stone is left unturned. Go beyond clash detection and take your BIM quality to the next level. Solibri offers a wider range of checking capabilities than any other tool in the market: geometry, clearance, accessibility, information &amp; property checking, building code compliance, model revision, fire safety and more. Solibri understands your role and offers you a set of rules, classifications, and reporting templates that you can customize to match your company, project, local, or national needs. Use organizational tools like classifications and filters to streamline model checking, to takeoff quantities and data, or to visualize the BIM data/components in the model. Information takeoff allows you to extract quantities based on different criteria more easily. Share the information using your own customized Excel templates. Information takeoff allows you to extract quantities based on different criteria more easily. Share the information using your own customized Excel templates. Share project information and collaborate seamlessly and reliably through Solibri&rsquo;s integrations, BCF Live Connector and API. Automate tasks, such as running checks, exporting the identified issues as BCF files and creating presentations, and run them at a convenient time with Solibri Autorun. Easily integrate with your workflows: Solibri is founded on openBIM standards to foster interoperability and enable transparent, open cooperation among all project participants. This allows model authors and collaborators to connect Solibri's quality assurance capabilities with the tools of their choice.

Solibri Office

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D5 Render is a leading real-time rendering solution that revolutionizes the architectural and design workflows. Powered by AI-driven and cutting-edge technologies, D5 empowers architects, designers, and visualization artists to work more efficiently and collaboratively, accelerating creation while ensuring consistently accurate and photorealistic results. -Best balance between speed and quality -Seamless integration with your favorite design workflow -User-friendly for designers, architects, visualizers, and archviz animation professionals alike -Free access and a cost-effective teams subscription option D5 Render is transforming the world of architectural visualization by bringing real-time rendering into everyday workflows&mdash;without sacrificing quality. Designed with architects, designers, and visual storytellers in mind, D5 combines high-speed GPU processing with an intuitive interface, allowing users to create photorealistic renderings, animations, and walkthroughs almost instantly. Unlike traditional rendering engines that require long wait times and technical know-how, D5 simplifies the process through real-time preview and rendering capabilities. Users can drag and drop assets, make lighting and material adjustments on the fly, and see results in seconds&mdash;all while working within a seamless, responsive environment. It also supports live sync with popular modeling tools like SketchUp, Rhino, Revit, and Archicad, streamlining the design-to-render workflow. What sets D5 apart is not just its speed, but also its ability to handle large, complex scenes with remarkable performance. Its AI-powered denoising engine and built-in library of assets&mdash;including vegetation, lighting, and materials&mdash;help elevate visualization without external plugins or post-production tools. Architects and design firms using D5 report significant time savings, improved client communication, and enhanced design decision-making. By eliminating the barrier between modeling and rendering, D5 allows teams to visualize concepts earlier and with greater clarity&mdash;ultimately leading to better outcomes. For firms working on tight deadlines or aiming to elevate their presentations, D5 offers a powerful solution that redefines what&rsquo;s possible in real-time rendering. It&rsquo;s not just a tool&mdash;it&rsquo;s becoming a core part of the modern architectural tech stack. Check out our latest article: https://www.aecplustech.com/blog/rendering-redefined-d5-real-time-revolution-architects-design-firms

D5 Render

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Pirros is the AI project hub for architects and engineers. Our mission is simple: make managing projects easier for firms. We reduce the burden of producing hundreds of details and families per project by giving designers instant access to everything their firm has developed in the past. Rather than spending hours digging through cluttered folders on a server or rebuilding content that already exists somewhere in the archive, Pirros centralizes every detail and family a firm has produced and makes them accessible with a simple search.
Pirros was started by two structural engineers turned entrepreneurs. Ari and Peter spent time at a handful of different design firms and kept experiencing the same problems when it came to retrieving and managing Revit content. The technology industry has overlooked the AE design space and the strategic importance of details and families to a firm's success. Pirros is on a mission to change that.
The four pillars of Pirros:
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Pirros is backed by Y Combinator, SOC 2 certified, and trusted by leading AE firms across North America, Australia, and the UK.
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ARES is a modern, feature-rich CAD software that serves as a leading AutoCAD alternative for professionals working with 2D drafting and 3D modeling in the industry-standard DWG file format. Developed by Graebert, ARES combines power, flexibility, and affordability&mdash;making it an ideal solution for architects, engineers, designers, and construction professionals seeking a more cost-effective, high-performance CAD platform. With a growing global footprint, ARES is trusted by some of the world&rsquo;s most prominent companies. Among its users are three of Japan&rsquo;s top five construction groups, as well as globally recognized manufacturers such as LG, Hyundai, and Samsung. Its robust feature set supports the complex demands of design, engineering, and construction workflows, offering seamless collaboration and precision. ARES also serves as the underlying technology for other leading CAD solutions. It powers DraftSight by Dassault Syst&egrave;mes, a popular CAD software for 2D design, and Onshape Drawings, the drawing module within the cloud-native Onshape CAD platform. These partnerships highlight ARES&rsquo;s reliability, scalability, and integration capabilities across different design environments. As a truly cross-platform CAD solution, ARES is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with additional cloud and mobile access through ARES Kudo (web-based) and ARES Touch (mobile app). This ensures design professionals can work seamlessly across devices and locations, with real-time syncing and collaboration tools. With its DWG compatibility, modern interface, and flexible subscription-based licensing model, ARES offers a compelling alternative to traditional CAD tools&mdash;without sacrificing performance or productivity. Whether you're migrating from AutoCAD or starting fresh with a new CAD workflow, ARES delivers the tools you need to design faster, collaborate smarter, and lower your total cost of ownership. Discover why ARES is the next-generation DWG CAD software for today&rsquo;s professionals. DWG Compatibility: ARES Commander works directly with DWG files, making it a good option for users familiar with other CAD software that uses this format. Part of the ARES Trinity: ARES Commander is the desktop component of Graebert's Trinity, which also includes cloud-based ARES Kudo and mobile ARES Touch. This allows for seamless workflows across devices. Productivity Features: ARES Commander includes features like Power Trim, Dimension Palette, and Layer Tools, designed to enhance user productivity. Customization: Users can customize their workspaces and user interfaces to suit their preferences. Collaboration: The ARES Trinity enables collaboration features, allowing users to share, view, and edit drawings across different platforms and devices. Cloud Integration: ARES Commander integrates with popular cloud storage services like Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud. BIM Features: ARES Commander also includes BIM (Building Information Modeling) features, allowing users to import and view Revit and IFC files, extract 2D drawings, and extract BIM information into tables. Licensing: ARES Commander offers perpetual, annual, or flex licenses, and a single license can be used across multiple computers with different operating systems.

Modern workflows leveraging cloud and mobile to synchronize the work across all your users and devices.

CAD Anywhere: Desktop CAD (Windows, Mac, Linux), Cloud CAD (runs in your Internet browser), and Mobile CAD (Android tablets/smartphones and iOS iPhone/iPad).

With the DWG for BIM features in ARES Commander, users can create smarter CAD drawings whose geometry can be extracted and updated from Revit and IFC BIM projects.

ARES Commander - Desktop CAD: All the 2D and 3D features needed to create and modify DWG drawings on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

ARES Kudo - Online CAD: Create and modify DWG drawings online, and enjoy new collaboration features to comment with voice, photos, text notes, and stamps.

ARES Touch - Mobile CAD: A full set of 2D features to create, modify, and annotate DWG drawings on your Android smartphone/tablet and iOS iPhone/iPad with unique collaboration features to markup with voice, photos, text notes, and stamps.

ARES Trinity by Graebert

The ARES Trinity of CAD software encompasses three integrated software products: ARES Commander, ARES Kudo, and ARES Touch.

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McLaren Construction Group, a UK-based construction and property development company, implemented a digital construction strategy to improve consistency, reduce design risk, and accelerate project readiness across its portfolio. The company works across commercial, residential, refurbishment, education, healthcare, and complex data center projects, where early-stage design coordination and reliable model data are essential for controlling cost, quality, and delivery risk.

One of the key challenges was inconsistency across projects. External consultants used different design methodologies and software workflows, which created cross-platform compatibility issues, data inconsistencies, and limited McLaren’s ability to compare project information across regions and sectors.

McLaren made IFC the baseline for its digital construction strategy and selected Solibri to support automated design and regulatory compliance checking. Solibri was implemented earlier in the project lifecycle, not only for clash detection or model viewing, but to validate compliance before issues could affect construction. This included tailored compliance frameworks, classifications, and templates developed with Evolve Consultancy, alongside training for McLaren’s digital construction teams.

By using Solibri to check design compliance early, McLaren improved consistency across projects, increased confidence in design readiness, and reduced the likelihood of costly rework. Solibri also became part of McLaren’s tender-stage and project-start workflows, helping the company demonstrate a higher level of quality assurance to clients and mobilize project teams with greater confidence

McLaren’s digital construction strategy: design compliance to de-risk construction

AEODC Inc. is a leading BIM firm specializing in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance the efficiency and precision of every phase of a project. Our expertise includes Revit Architecture Modeling, Revit Structure Modeling, and Revit MEP Modeling, which allow for seamless integration and coordination across all aspects of the building process.

Our services extend to Clash Coordination and Clash Detection, ensuring that all potential conflicts are identified and resolved early in the design phase, minimizing costly rework during construction. We also provide high-quality Construction Documentation, facilitating clear, accurate plans and specifications that streamline the construction process.

AEODC specializes in Point Cloud to BIM, transforming laser scan data into precise 3D models for accurate representation of existing conditions. Our MEP Shop and Spool Preparation services provide detailed models for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, improving fabrication and installation processes. Additionally, we offer Construction Simulation services, enabling clients to visualize and optimize the construction sequence, reduce risks, and improve scheduling.
AEODC Inc. also offers specialized Rebar Modeling services, which play a critical role in the accurate design and fabrication of reinforced concrete structures. Using advanced Revit tools, we provide highly detailed 3D models for rebar placement, ensuring precision and reducing errors during construction. Our Rebar Modeling services help optimize material usage, improve constructability, and facilitate the seamless integration of rebar into the overall structural design. By creating accurate rebar models, AEODC enhances project efficiency and supports a smooth workflow from design through to the construction phase.

Recognized as one of the fastest-growing BIM service providers in the USA, AEODC delivers innovative and high-quality solutions across various global regions, ensuring exceptional results for every client.


Our clients range from small to mid-sized companies to Fortune 500 enterprises. Regardless of the project size, we approach each opportunity with the goal of setting new benchmarks and advancing the industry. Whether it’s a simple renovation or a large-scale infrastructure project, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of quality, precision and innovation in BIM and Design Services.

Our mission is to make BIM an integral part of every company operating within the AEC sector—no matter their size or scope—empowering them to design, build and operate more efficiently, sustainably and profitably.

Our vision is simple: to revolutionize the AEC industry by making digital design and construction a universal standard, transforming the way projects are delivered worldwide.
Our expansion into Europe is supported by our proven capabilities in services such as Revit Architecture, Structure, and MEP Modeling, Clash Coordination, Point Cloud to BIM, and Rebar Modeling. We are committed to providing European clients with cutting-edge BIM solutions that enhance project delivery, improve collaboration, and reduce costs. By offering tailored services for local needs and regulations, AEODC aims to become a trusted partner for construction firms and developers throughout the region.

Simultaneously, AEODC continues to strengthen its presence in Australia, leveraging its extensive experience in the AEC industry to serve local and international clients with innovative BIM solutions. Our established track record in Australia, coupled with our recent expansion into Europe, positions AEODC as a global leader in the BIM and VDC space, ready to support the construction industry worldwide with efficient, high-quality solutions.





AEODC Inc.

AEODC Inc. is a premier BIM firm specializing in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) for the AEC industry. Offering services such as Revit modeling, BIM coordination, and clash detection, we serve global clients. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing BIM providers in the USA, AEODC ensures innovative, high-quality solutions worldwide.

The Willis project, located in Florida, involved the development of a contemporary low-rise residential building complex. One of the defining features of the development was a two-storey clubhouse complemented by a swimming pool, designed to act as the heart of the community. At the design bid presentation stage, it became essential for the principal architect to communicate not only the technical details but also the lifestyle and spatial qualities of the project. For this purpose, high-quality rendered imagery was required.

AEODC, with its proven expertise in 2D and 3D visualization, was awarded the responsibility of preparing the rendered outputs. The scope included the production of 3D rendered views across different scales and perspectives, delivered within a challenging two-to-three-week timeline.

Scope of Work

Site Plan Rendering: Creation of rendered views representing the overall site, highlighting essential details such as planting, sidewalks, and outdoor circulation.

Elevation Rendering: Realistic visualizations showcasing the exterior façade and elevations, aligned with the architect’s design perspective.

Aerial and Interior Views: High-quality aerial renderings along with interior perspectives of the clubhouse and swimming pool to illustrate both exterior and lifestyle spaces.

By delivering accurate, detailed, and visually compelling renderings, AEODC provided essential design communication tools that supported the architect in presenting a strong, winning bid for the project.

Willis, Florida

Import 3D for Autodesk Revit is a robust extension engineered to translate external 3D models into native Revit geometry and material definitions. It accelerates development of custom components and detailed entourage by reusing models produced in other 3D applications or sourced from online asset libraries. This approach streamlines family creation and project setup by eliminating redundant modeling tasks and maintaining design consistency across disciplines Autodesk App Store With a single-click operation users can import complete mesh models including embedded materials directly into project environments or family templates. Import 3D automatically detects and groups imported geometry into existing Revit materials based on color and transparency properties. Intelligent material sorting ensures that furniture entourage mechanical parts and site elements retain their intended appearance without additional manual mapping Performance and configurability are central to the Import 3D design philosophy. The plugin employs highly optimized code to process thousands of mesh faces in seconds making it practical to load complex assets into large building information models. Import parameters allow adjustment of units scale and insertion coordinates for each operation. Imported objects can be classified under the Revit category of choice to maintain project organization and support downstream scheduling workflows The extension supports all industry-standard exchange formats including glTF Wavefront OBJ and Collada DAE. This broad format compatibility lets teams leverage 3D assets created in SketchUp Blender Rhino and other modeling tools without file conversion overhead. Import 3D functions seamlessly in both project and family editing modes to accommodate architects mechanical engineers landscape designers and visualization specialists Licensing and deployment are tailored for both individual practitioners and enterprise teams. Import 3D is available as a desktop license or multi-user floating license through the archi web store with secure checkout provided by Stripe. Each license includes a fully functional seven-day trial and ships with a demonstration Wavefront file that can be loaded using the integrated Load Demo button to evaluate performance on custom workflows. The installer is digitally signed and uses a custom setup routine independent of the standard Autodesk installer to ensure full compatibility with virtual desktop environments. Version twenty-four point four adds robust vertex referencing support to handle a wider variety of OBJ file specifications and extends stability in large model scenarios. The plugin is compatible with Autodesk Revit versions two thousand twenty through two thousand twenty-five running on Windows x sixty-four with a download size of approximately two point eight megabytes. Comprehensive user documentation and a dedicated online forum are available for self-paced learning. Archi technical support can be reached via email and community channels to assist with deployment and customization within existing BIM standards

Import 3D

  Example of 3D model with materials, colour and transparency imported as a site.

Revizto unifies BIM intelligence and makes it immediately accessible and actionable for the entire project team. With Revizto’s advanced Issue Tracker predefined workflows project team members can identify and manage model-based issues in the 3D space and 2D sheets, including addressing clash groups. Revizto provides unified access to a project’s data both for 2D and 3D workflows, so anyone can use it depending on project requirements.

Revizto Clash Automation - Step 1 - The Building Blocks of Clash Automation

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For modelers who are tired of manual work, Our ScantoBim solution offers a ML based system which automates traditional workflows like never before. Unlike other software tools, we also offer managed service and ensure accuracy in output BIM models. What Makes ScanToBIM.ai Unique? The Only ML Powered Conversion Service for Point Cloud Data to BIM Model. The Use of Machine Learning in Scan to BIM process saves up to 50% of time and enables faster BIM modelling. Now That We Have Your Attention With a Glimpse of Point Cloud Model To BIM Model in Revit, Why Wait Any Further To Implement It? Try it Now and Get: -Free ML output with classified point cloud data. -Free first BIM Model converted from a given point cloud. About Us: Transforming the AEC domain's technology landscape with our proven decade-long expertise. nCircle Tech (inc. 2012) empowers passionate innovators to create impactful ML-supported software for faster Scan-to-BIM model outputs on desktop, mobile, and cloud platforms.Our AEC domain expertise in CAD-BIM customization drives automation by integrating advanced technologies like AI/ML.Our team of dedicated engineers, partner ecosystem, and industry veterans are on a mission to redefine how you design and visualize.Our proven decade worth of domain expertise and track record empowers our esteemed list of clientele to reduce time-to-market, meeting business goals, and going beyond them.

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Here at Infinite BIM we live and breathe BIM. Our experience spans more than 20 years and includes working in anger on live BIM projects. Our training and support is based on real-world experience of BIM.

Infinite BIM

What is Navisworks? Use Navisworks® review and coordination software to improve BIM (Building Information Modeling) project delivery. -- Visualize and unify design and construction data within a single federated model. -- Identify and resolve clash and interference problems before construction begins, saving time onsite and in rework. -- Keep project teams collaborating and connected with Navisworks issues integration in the Autodesk Construction Cloud.

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Legacie, one of the UK’s most dynamic developers, is proving that bold decisions and innovative thinking can redefine industry standards. Known for delivering ambitious residential and social housing projects, the business has always combined commercial growth with a strong commitment to community impact. But like many in construction, Legacie faced a common barrier: fragmented procurement. With processes scattered across Excel, Word, email, and even WhatsApp, efficiency suffered, tenders dragged out, and opportunities to transfer lessons between projects were lost.

Instead of settling for “business as usual,” Legacie acted decisively. By embracing ProcurePro, they consolidated procurement into one central digital platform. Suddenly, their teams had full visibility across 40–50 work packages per project. Schedules, scopes of work, tenders, approvals, and contracts were all managed in real time, unlocking clarity and collaboration. Templates and structured workflows not only cut delays but ensured consistency and quality across every development.

The transformation was rapid. Within months, over 10 projects were live, and what began with scepticism quickly turned into enthusiasm. Staff appreciated how ProcurePro mirrored the familiarity of Excel while removing the headaches. Today, Legacie is celebrated as a leader in digital procurement. With data-driven insights, vendor ratings, and supplier partnerships now on the horizon, they are shaping a smarter, stronger future—demonstrating that their success is not just about building homes, but building lasting industry leadership.

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ProcurePro &ndash; Powerful End-to-End Construction Procurement Platform&nbsp;
ProcurePro is a cloud‑based, purpose‑built procurement solution tailored specifically for head contractors in the commercial construction industry. It replaces a highly manual, fragmented workflow, often sprawled across 20+ disconnected tools like Excel spreadsheets, Word docs, and lengthy email threads, with one centralized, digital end‑to‑end procurement platform&nbsp; .
At its core, ProcurePro offers a live Procurement Schedule, enabling project teams and senior management to stay organized with real‑time trade‑letting timelines, milestone tracking, and early risk detection. The Scope of Works Library consolidates scope documents into both corporate and project‑specific libraries, protecting against scope gaps, guiding consistent project delivery, and ensuring critical details are never missed&nbsp; .
For subcontractor engagement, the Tenders &amp; Price Breakdowns module simplifies tendering, send tenders and addendums via an online portal, receive quotes in a standardized format, and eliminate manual chasing, allowing teams to spend more time value‑engineering rather than handling admin.
This connects seamlessly into Compare &amp; Recommend, delivering side‑by‑side comparisons of subcontractor bids, streamlined approvals, and auditable decision trails&mdash;what ProcurePro calls &ldquo;apples‑for‑apples&rdquo; evaluations&nbsp; .
Once selections are made, the Contract Creation module auto‑populates contract particulars and annexures with a few clicks, and built‑in Electronic Signature functionality accelerates the contracting process, eliminating paperwork delays and enabling swift, binding agreements&nbsp; .
Beyond workflow efficiency, ProcurePro empowers continuous improvement through Vendor Management and Vendor Ratings, enabling teams to assess vendor performance and drive better commercial outcomes . The Lessons Learnt feature allows teams to capture and reuse project insights, preventing repeat mistakes and fostering consistent quality across projects&nbsp; .
ProcurePro is trusted by over hundres of head contractors and has processed procurement for multi‑billion‑dollar construction portfolios across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. By consolidating 15+ fragmented processes, it delivers over 50 % savings in procurement time, unmatched visibility, stronger governance, and increased profitability.
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Arcadis

Arcadis utilized One Click LCA in a major mobility project in the UK's southwest region to drive sustainability and reduce whole-life carbon emissions. Tasked with improving a motorway junction while meeting climate change requirements, Arcadis implemented a whole-life carbon approach from the project's outset. By integrating One Click LCA alongside 3D BIM modeling and the National Highways’ Carbon Tool, the team was able to conduct early-stage carbon assessments, optimize material selection, and ensure measurable sustainability outcomes.

One Click LCA provided access to a vast, continuously updated environmental product declarations (EPD) database, enabling Arcadis to make data-driven decisions that prioritized lower-carbon materials. The software’s intuitive interface and flexible scenario analysis allowed the team to compare design options in real time, track carbon reduction progress, and seamlessly integrate sustainability considerations into their workflow. Additionally, One Click LCA’s compatibility with Autodesk Revit streamlined data transfer, reducing errors and enhancing efficiency.

As a result, the project is expected to achieve a 30% reduction in carbon emissions compared to the baseline, avoiding approximately 26,700 metric tons of CO2e. This initiative demonstrates Arcadis’ commitment to sustainable infrastructure solutions, benefiting not only the client but also the wider community and environment through lower emissions, cost savings, and improved regional resilience.

Arcadis Achieves 30% Carbon Reduction in Infrastructure Project Using One Click LCA

One Click LCA is the world&rsquo;s leading end‑to‑end sustainability platform, purpose-built for the construction and manufacturing sectors. Founded in Helsinki in 2001, the company has grown to a team of over 200 professionals across all continents and now serves users in more than 170 countries  At its core, this cloud‑based platform offers streamlined, automated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), enabling users to scientifically measure and reduce environmental impacts of structures, infrastructure, renovations, and manufactured goods. Beyond LCA and EPDs, it also supports assessments of circularity, life‑cycle cost, and biodiversity. A standout feature is its extensive global database with over 250,000&ndash;300,000 datasets&mdash;covering supplier-specific and generic material data&mdash;fully verified and regularly updated. This empowers users to make informed, data‑driven decisions. The platform supports over 80 compliance standards, including LEED, BREEAM, GRESB, CALGreen, and various country‑specific regulations. One Click LCA seamlessly integrates with more than 20 leading BIM and design tools, such as Autodesk Revit, Tekla Structures, Bentley iTwin, Rhino, and Grasshopper. This allows for real‑time feedback and early‑phase embodied carbon optimization&mdash;notably through its Carbon Designer 3D tool, which enables quick, BIM‑integrated carbon hotspot analysis and comparison of design scenarios. In some cases, Carbon Designer 3D helps identify carbon footprint variations up to 50% during conceptual design. Leading global players&mdash;including Skanska, WSP, Foster+Partners, Turner, ArcelorMittal, Arcadis, ARUP, Geberit, and Saint‑Gobain, among others&mdash;rely on One Click LCA to drive their decarbonization efforts. AECOM, for instance, equipped its ScopeX&trade; platform with One Click LCA to target a 50% carbon reduction across its projects. Its visibility among industry analysts reflects its market leadership: One Click LCA was featured in Verdantix&rsquo;s 2025 Buyer&rsquo;s Guide for LCA tools and is the first platform validated by RICS under its Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) programme. One Click LCA also makes parts of its platform freely accessible via its Planetary embodied&ndash;carbon calculator&mdash;a tool for benchmarking cradle‑to‑gate carbon impacts across building designs and supporting EPD usage worldwide. In summary, One Click LCA stands out with its: - Massive, high-quality global dataset (250&ndash;300k records) - Broad compliance across 80+ standards - Deep BIM integrations for early and ongoing carbon management - Recognition by major firms and standards bodies It remains the go-to platform for turning sustainability goals into measurable, actionable outcomes across construction and manufacturing value chains.

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Featuring One Click LCA at the AEC Innovate Conference

Featuring One Click LCA  at the AEC Innovate Conference

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Learn how SmartViz is helping Cardiff Metropolitan University maximise space use, energy efficiency, air quality and its impact on the learning environment. 

Besides savings over £5.1m by increasing the usage of existing buildings in favour of building new, the solution has enabled a data-driven and people-centred masterplan for the university, providing data for space needs versus perceived shortages, environmental and behaviour data to help boost student retention and campus stickiness.



Transforming Campus Space Management with IoT Sensors, Occupancy Analytics and Digital Twins

SmartViz (www.smart-viz.com) is an AI-powered building analytics software that empowers leaders to increase financial performance from their estate, while enhancing occupant wellbeing, productivity and the journey towards net zero. With SmartViz you can: 	Aggregate data from multiple sources into a visual, interactive “digital twin” 	Visualise space utilisation, air quality and energy performance 	Integrate low-cost occupancy monitoring sensors to make buildings people-centred 	Scenario plan and optimise buildings to reduce space & energy costs and improve wellbeing 	Establish a data-driven, people-centred estate planning strategy SmartViz is a result of 20 years of experience in optimising buildings – including workplaces, universities, schools, museums, airports and more. We have saved Vodafone $40m per annum across its global portfolio of buildings, and saved Cardiff Met University £5.1m through optimum space management, timetabling and energy management.

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Located in rural North Yorkshire in England, the project was considered a large residential luxury development. It started with the demolition of a traditional 1970's home, followed by a custom design of new, energy efficient, contemporary home equipped with multiple garages, workshops and stables. All of these elements were designed to have the same consistent aesthetic. Its budget sat around £2 million, including land costs. The design and construction team consisted of five separate parties, including Struct-sure, so there many voices needed to heard during the design and construction process. Inside the main building there is a suspended mezzanine floor as well as a steel spiral staircase with glass balustrades.

What makes this project especially unique is the "three-sided glazing". The glass panels shown in the project photos are the largest available glazing panels for fabrication in Europe, and stand at 5.5 meters (18 feet) tall! These panels were the centerpiece of the design, but also caused some interesting design challenges.

Suspended elevated floor hung from roof steel with steel tubes

Unique Connection between CHS columns and exterior channel members

The SkyCiv Structural 3D rendering of the project. This accelerated the design process and made collaborating a breeze

How Struct-Sure Limited Designed a House with 18ft high Glazed Windows

Facade of the structure showing the 5.5m record setting glazing

SkyCiv provides engineers powerful and easy-to-use structural analysis and design software - all on the cloud. No downloading or installing, it's as simple as login from a web browser, anytime, anywhere. In a few simple clicks you can have instant access to powerful Structural Analysis and Design Software that can handle: - 3D Structures including beams, frames, plates and cables - Full Section Builder for custom shapes, built-up sections and US, UK, Aus and Canadian libraries - AISC and other design code checks - Powerful PDF reporting with custom logos With all this included in a single subscription, you can handle any structures that come your way!

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AEC project information management doesn't fail because teams don't care, it fails because requirements and decisions fragment across emails, meeting minutes, PDFs, chat and spreadsheets. Teams spend days reconstructing what was agreed, and drift quietly becomes rework, risk and programme pressure. Research suggests 52% of rework stems from poor communication and data management. Most tools manage one strand well: tasks, a CDE, meeting notes, a risk log, but the failure mode is between strands: decisions don't reliably tie to tasks, changes don't reconcile with the brief, and teams end up maintaining parallel trackers. Human agency, expeirence and context remains vital to solving this problem.
vBrief is a connected project record that keeps professionals in control. It turns project correspondence into a structured, source-linked record, then keeps a Live Brief and live schedules aligned to what the team has actually reviewed and approved.
The platform connects to Microsoft Outlook or accepts direct uploads of PDFs, minutes, chat logs and other documents. vBrief's AI reads the content and surfaces relevant requirements, risks and actions, pre-highlighted, with evidence attached, and ready for review. Users confirm, override or dismiss each item. Nothing enters the project record without human approval, and every action is attributed, version-controlled and fully traceable.
From those verified decisions, vBrief keeps a number of critical outputs continuously in sync: Live Brief, tasks and schedules, risk register, change logs, action history and ongoing studies. These stay consistent because they are generated from the same verified record, not separately maintained spreadsheets. Reports can be exported on demand as PDF or Excel and used however teams need.
vBrief is built around three requirements that have to be solved together: process information on arrival, track provenance not just text, and keep project data aligned over time. Most systems handle one or two; the third is where drift returns.
A key differentiator is vBrief's human-in-the-loop architecture. Unlike autonomous AI agents, vBrief uses AI to accelerate discovery and organisation but avoids the "black box" failure mode. No decision is taken without user confirmation, decisions are attributable and version-controlled, and the structure reduces omission risk through granular review steps. This is designed with professional indemnity insurance in mind: every decision carries metadata recording who approved it and when, creating a tamper-proof audit trail: a defensible PI trail and continuous Golden Thread.
Security is foundational. Data is hosted on private EU-based Microsoft Azure servers with AES-256 encryption at rest, TLS 1.3 preferred (TLS 1.2 minimum) in transit, row-level security, OIDC SSO with MFA support, and project-level access controls. No customer data is used for AI model training without explicit permission. AI runs in private environments, so teams can trial vBrief without turning client data into training data.
Day-to-day, teams spend less time cataloguing requirements, updating trackers and reconciling contradictions. They catch misalignments earlier, before they turn into redesign; onboard staff faster, and can quickly trace where information came from without trawling email chains. vBrief is designed for targeted project-level pilots with strong controls around human decision-making and auditability, scaling from a single project to firm-wide adoption.

vBrief

SmartStruct is a next-generation construction management platform that consolidates all your essential tools into one dashboard. We offer project tracking, team and HR management, trade communication, inventory control, and risk assessment. Automate these tasks to cut admin work by over 60%, enhance collaboration, and execute projects with precision and confidence.
SmartStruct is a comprehensive, cloud-based platform construction management platform engineered to streamline the entire project lifecycle, from the first estimate to facilities management post-construction. We provide an integrated suite of tools that eliminates costly disconnects between office and field, giving contractors and developers unparalleled control over budgeting, financial control and profit.&nbsp;
Our platform begins at the pre-construction phase with integrated estimating and takeoff tools, allowing for accurate BOQ's creation linked directly to cost catalogues and cost codes. This precision flows seamlessly into tendering and contractor management, ensuring a smooth procurement process. Once a project is live, our core project management, scheduling and task management modules, supported by custamizable workflows and dashboards, become the command center. Teams manage RFI's, snagging lists, and quality control processes digitally, with full compliance tracking. The integrated BIM Viewer and drawing management system ensures everyone works from the latest specifications and drawings. All of which are producing a live O&amp;M manual ready for handover at the end of the project.&nbsp;
Financial oversight is centralized and robust. The platform automates payment applications, invoicing, and reporting, providing real-time analytics to reduce profit leakage and maintain financial control. For client and stakeholder transparency, dedicated client portals offer live access to progress, documents and reporting.
Designed for a connected worksite, SmartStruct includes a mobile app for field teams to update the site diary, log time tracking, and complete forms with geo-fence and GPS tracking verification. This bridges the gap for managing contracts better from a distance. Post construction, the platform transitions into a powerful handover and facilities management tool, housing all design and engineering management documentation.&nbsp;
We ensure success through dedicated client onboarding, a comprehensive learning portal, and ongoing support. As a web-based worldwide platform, for both mobile app and desktop. SmartStruct is the all in one partner for building with confidence, eficiency, and profitability.&nbsp;
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SmartStruct

<div class="Y3BBE" data-sfc-cp="" data-hveid="CAEQAA" data-processed="true">Archdesk is&nbsp;a cloud-based, all-in-one construction management platform designed for companies in the construction and CAPEX intensive industries. It centralizes and streamlines workflows from project initiation, throughout estimation, project award, pre-construction, construction and close out. Providing over 30+ modules like Estimation, Document Control, Scheduling, Cost Controlling, Procurement, Asset Management and many more.</div>
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Archdesk helps companies reduce administrative work, avoid costly mistakes, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
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One of Archdesk&rsquo;s major strengths lies in its real-time data and automation capabilities. Managers can track progress, monitor costs, and generate reports instantly, ensuring that decision-making is based on accurate, up-to-date information. Automated workflows reduce repetitive tasks, allowing teams to focus on higher-value activities such as client relationships and strategic planning.
Additionally, Archdesk is built with flexibility in mind. Whether a company specializes in general contracting, fit-outs, or property maintenance, the system can be customized to match specific workflows and business structures. Its user-friendly interface and cloud accessibility make it easy for teams to collaborate from any location, improving communication between office staff, field workers, and clients.

Archdesk

Over the last 30+ years, IES has built a solid reputation as the leading global innovator in integrated performance-based analysis for the built environment. The IES Virtual Environment (IESVE) is a powerful, in-depth suite of building performance analysis tools. It enables the design and operation of low/zero carbon, healthy and comfortable buildings. Whether working on a new build or renovation project, IESVE allows designers to test different options, identify best passive solutions, compare low-carbon &amp; renewable technologies, and draw conclusions on energy use, CO2 emissions, occupant comfort, and much more. There are various applications in the suite; each designed to provide sustainable analysis at levels suitable for different design team members and design stages. All utilize our Apache dynamic thermal simulation engine, and an integrated central data model. Building Energy Modeling (BEM) with the IES Virtual Environment software is the perfect industry design tool for electrification and decarbonization of the built environment. Various design strategies are available with decarbonization as an end goal, such as: passive design, energy conservation, energy efficiency, electrification, incorporating renewable energy technology, or energy storage. From optimizing room and zone loads to detailed HVAC system and equipment sizing, IESVE HVAC software offers the most practical, efficient, and accurate tools available. IESVE can quickly and easily undertake CIBSE &amp; ASHRAE heating and cooling loads calculations, with efficient inputs for 3D geometry, envelope, internal gains, external design conditions and location. Minimum ventilation requirements can be included, or local code minimum ventilation can be utilized. Reports can be generated in either spreadsheet or PDF format, and can be shared to help gain insights from in-depth results analysis, or iterate on building design. These calculations transition seamlessly into detailed HVAC system sizing and optimization. IESVE can also be utilized for quick and easy CFD airflow simulation. An existing IESVE model can be used for early stage CFD simulations, without needing to import further data or export into other tools. MicroFlo-CFD performs &lsquo;snapshot&rsquo; CFD simulation by importing boundary conditions from APACHE&rsquo;s dynamic simulation, or allows manual boundary conditions to be added. Ventilation from passive sources (e.g. operable windows) or mechanical devices (e.g. diffusers) can be included in these simulations. MicroFlo-CFD can be utilized for a range of CFD use cases, such as: passive natural ventilation design, passive atrium design, data center design, hospital operating room design, HVAC design for occupant thermal comfort, external wind studies, or normal use ventilation of car parks. There is also the option within IESVE to utilize Parametric Simulation. This feature empowers users to compare a large range of design possibilities, be it for a single-variant design study or a multi-parameter whole-building design perspective. The Parametric Simulation feature has access to a large number of model variables and is integrated into the full range of APACHE&rsquo;s links (Solar, Daylight, Airflow, Loads/Sizing and HVAC Systems). Over a thousand permutations are possible with one model. With the IESVE software, you can undertake daylighting for LEED and BREEAM, electric lighting design, glare prediction, daylight harvesting, daylight autonomy, user-specified visualizations. IESVE can ensure good natural daylight and visual comfort, reduce lighting gains, and test how your lighting designs will look and perform. Daylight, sunlight and overshadowing analysis can be carried out, with results generated for climate-based daylight modeling and daylight autonomy. For lighting design, daylight harvesting and dimming control assessments can also be undertaken. All of this combined can help you meet the requirements of local codes and best practice guides. Complex solar shading calculations can also be undertaken within IESVE, to determine how solar rays pass through both external and internal openings. The path of the sun is tracked across rooms and atriums into internal space allowing the exact location and impact of solar gain to be understood. Internal and external solar shading devices can be tested, along with assessing the shading or right to light impact of surrounding buildings and terrain. Any solar shading calculations can then inform Loads Calculations and Energy Simulations. IES also offers unrivalled interoperability with other CAD design and analysis tools. The smooth and robust two-way information exchange between IESVE and BIM platforms speeds up the design process and facilitates digital design.

Virtual Environment (IESVE)

Constructer is an AI-powered construction intelligence platform designed to help project teams prevent costly delays and improve schedule reliability. Tailored for the complex, document-heavy workflows of the construction and infrastructure industries, Constructer ingests and analyses unstructured project data - such as daily reports, emails, meeting minutes, schedules, and other correspondence - in real time to identify early signs of project risk. At its core, Constructer transforms static project documentation into actionable insights. Using natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs), the tool automatically flags potential risks, blockers, and schedule-impacting issues before they escalate. Whether it's a delay in material delivery mentioned in a site diary, a design change captured in meeting notes, or a misalignment between progress reports and the project schedule, Constructer captures and connects these signals across documents and disciplines. One of the platform’s standout features is its seamless integration into existing workflows. Constructer connects with commonly used tools such as document management systems, project control software, and email platforms - ensuring teams can access intelligent alerts without needing to change how they work. It also provides a user-friendly dashboard with searchable risk logs, document traceability, and suggested mitigation actions to support informed decision-making. Additional features include: - Real-Time Document Analysis: Continuously monitors uploaded or linked documents to detect emerging risks. - Automated Issue Detection: Highlights discrepancies, blockers, and early warnings using custom-trained AI models for construction. - Claims Support & Avoidance: Offers traceable evidence and issue history to reduce the risk of claims or support faster resolution. - Collaboration-Ready Alerts: Assign issues to team members, add comments, and track resolution directly within the platform. By bringing intelligence into everyday project data, Constructer empowers construction managers, planners, and engineers to act early, avoid delays, and deliver more predictable outcomes. It’s not just a risk tool - it’s a smarter way to manage construction projects.

Constructer

Enji Technologies is redefining the landscape of structural engineering by developing cutting-edge design software tailored for the modern engineer. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to eliminating the manual, repetitive workflows that have long hindered efficiency in the industry. Our flagship platform, Enji-io, stands as the industry's first transparent and scalable calculation solution, designed to integrate seamlessly with any modelling or analysis software. This unique capability fundamentally transforms how engineers interact with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Common Data Environment (CDE) systems, streamlining processes and enhancing collaboration across project teams. Our vision is to establish Enji Technologies as the leading force in engineering calculation software, serving individual professionals and large enterprises. We empower users to accelerate design processes, optimise material usage, and ensure rigorous documentation accountability. By bridging the gap between traditional engineering practices and the potential of modern software, we are setting a new standard for structural calculations and design optimisation. The problems we address are deeply rooted in the current state of engineering tools. While scripting languages like Python and VBA offer scalability, they lack transparency, making it difficult for teams to review and validate calculations. On the other hand, established products such as Mathcad, Enercalc, and Tekla Tedds focus on transparency but fall short on scalability, often resulting in significant bottlenecks during design delivery due to their manual nature. Enji-io is the first platform to tackle both issues simultaneously, providing a transparent, scalable, and automated solution. This breakthrough opens up unprecedented design optimisation and connectivity opportunities, enabling engineers to focus on innovation rather than administrative tasks. Through Enji-io, Enji Technologies is not just improving workflows—we are transforming the very foundation of structural engineering. Our founding team brings together an extraordinary range of expertise, spanning structural, AI, software, electrical, and electronic engineering. This breadth enables us to deeply understand the technical challenges our users face and design solutions that truly meet their needs.

Enji-io

Fenestra is a spatial AI-powered visualisation platform built for architects and interior designers who want to turn ideas into powerful visuals—fast. Whether you're presenting to clients, pitching a concept, or exploring design options, Fenestra helps you communicate spatial ideas clearly and beautifully. Fenestra makes Generative AI accessible, designed to fit into the architects workflow seamlessly. Entirely web based to ensure you can access leading AI models from anywhere. Built by designers for designers, Fenestra fits directly into the architectural workflow—transforming sketches, 3D models, moodboards, or site photography into polished renderings in seconds. From quick design studies to high-impact client visuals, Fenestra gives you expressive, professional-quality outputs with minimal effort. Features: - Sketch to Render: Upload hand-drawn sketches and generate polished, atmospheric visualisations. - 3D to Illustration: Import FBX, GLB or 3DM files, define views and reimagine interiors and exteriors 3D models as illustrations - Style Customisation: Create visualisations in any style, watercolor, sketch, realism or create your own by brining your own style as reference for Fenestra. - Enhance Images: Take your existing renderings to the next level by enhancing them, adding additional detail and realism. Take your AI generated images and sharpen their quality. - Video Rendering: Animate any still—transforming illustrations or realistic renders into high-fidelity animated walkthroughs in seconds. - Conversational Edits: Use natural language prompts like “make it snow” or “change the facade to timber” to edit and iterate effortlessly. - Moodboard-to-Visual: Combine 2D imagery, 3D models, and sketches in a shared canvas to collage and generate stunning, presentation-ready visuals. Fenestra is already used by architects in industry leading practices, helping teams unlock faster, richer design communication. Whether you're crafting concept sketches, adding details or issuing final client visuals, Fenestra gives you speed, quality and flexibility to bring your ideas to life. Try it now for free at https://fenestra.app

Fenestra

nCircle Tech, founded with a vision to revolutionize design automation, has grown into a leading provider of AI-powered solutions, cloud workflows, and CAD/BIM customization, transforming AEC and manufacturing industries globally. nCircle Tech is revolutionizing the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) and manufacturing industries by offering cutting-edge automation, AI-powered solutions, and cloud-based engineering workflows. The company’s expertise in CAD/BIM customization, point cloud processing, and AI-driven automation empowers businesses to streamline their design processes, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance project accuracy. With an unwavering commitment to innovation and digital transformation, nCircle Tech has positioned itself as a trusted technology partner for businesses looking to optimize their workflows and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive industry. One of the key differentiators of nCircle Tech is its deep integration with industry-leading software, including Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Rhino, SolidWorks, and Bentley Systems. By developing custom plugins, automation scripts, and AI-driven tools, the company enables engineers, architects, and manufacturers to improve design efficiency, project coordination, and data accuracy. The ability to seamlessly integrate these technologies into existing workflows makes nCircle Tech a preferred choice for businesses seeking customized automation solutions. Beyond automation, nCircle Tech is driving innovation through AI and machine learning, offering intelligent design optimization and predictive analytics. The company’s AI-powered tools help businesses make data-driven decisions, automate quality control, and generate optimized design alternatives. This not only reduces manual work but also enhances precision, ensuring that projects are executed with greater efficiency and fewer errors. Another area where nCircle Tech excels is point cloud processing and Scan-to-BIM solutions. With advancements in laser scanning technology, companies are increasingly relying on point cloud data to create accurate digital representations of physical structures. nCircle Tech’s AI-driven point cloud processing tools enable faster, more accurate conversion of 3D scans into intelligent BIM models, which is invaluable for renovation, restoration, and large-scale infrastructure projects. The company’s cloud-based engineering workflows facilitate seamless collaboration between remote teams, ensuring that design changes, updates, and approvals happen in real-time. By implementing cloud-hosted BIM model sharing, automated data synchronization, and real-time project tracking, nCircle Tech ensures that engineering teams can work more efficiently and collaboratively, regardless of location. nCircle Tech’s commitment to industry leadership is evident through its partnerships and recognitions, including its collaboration with the Bentley Developer Network and its recognition as a finalist in the Building Innovation Awards 2024 under the category of Best Use of Visualization Technology. These accolades highlight the company’s commitment to driving industry progress and setting new benchmarks in automation and digital engineering. In today’s fast-evolving world, businesses need intelligent, future-ready solutions to stay competitive. nCircle Tech delivers precisely that—automation, AI-driven innovation, and workflow optimization—helping AEC and manufacturing firms achieve faster project delivery, improved cost efficiency, and superior design accuracy. By continuously pushing the boundaries of CAD/BIM automation, AI, and cloud technology, nCircle Tech is not just keeping up with industry trends—it is defining them. As businesses move towards smarter, more automated engineering processes, nCircle Tech stands as a trusted partner in their digital transformation journey, ensuring they remain efficient, competitive, and ready for the future.

Customer success story - nCircle Tech at Autodesk Devcon by Varun Bhartiya

Varun Bhartiya's live session at DCW 2024 on how AI is shaping the Future of Construction

nCircle is a one-stop 2D/3D Product development Center for AEC and Manufacturing

struct.digital is a leading technology firm specializing in AI and automation solutions for structural engineering and AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) design firms. Our mission is to revolutionize how engineering professionals work by reducing manual effort, enhancing efficiency, and enabling smarter decision-making through cutting-edge technology. We offer both custom-built AI solutions and off-the-shelf products designed to optimize engineering workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and integrate with industry-standard software and tools. Whether it’s AI-powered document intelligence, structural design automation, or seamless API integrations, struct.digital empowers engineers to focus on high-value design work instead of tedious manual processes. Custom AI & Automation Solutions for Engineering Workflows At struct.digital, we understand that every engineering firm operates differently, with its own unique challenges and workflows. That’s why we offer custom AI and automation solutions to help firms: 	•	Streamline workflows and reduce design cycle time by automating repetitive tasks like structural calculations, design optimizations, report generation, and data entry. 	•	Enhance collaboration and project management by integrating AI assistants and agents. 	•	Improve invoicing and financial operations through AI-driven integrations with QuickBooks and other platforms. By leveraging AI, APIs and domain-specific knowledge, we help engineers optimize their operations, reduce errors, and save valuable time. AI-Powered Document Intelligence – struct.answer One of our flagship products, struct.answer, is an AI-driven platform designed to analyze, interpret, and extract data from engineering and construction documents. Engineers can upload reports, calculations, fee letters, RPFs and drawings, and ask AI-powered queries to retrieve relevant insights instantly. You can also use it to create a knowledge base of your firm's entire archived data, creating an intelligent "brain" for your firm. Plus, all your data stays with you, locally on your device or servers, we don't hold any of your sensitive information. It can also compare drawings, generate reports, draft emails, add project deadlines to calendar and more. 	•	Faster decision-making with AI-driven search and summarization. 	•	Better compliance and accuracy by ensuring critical information is never overlooked. 	•	Seamless integration with engineering document management systems. This tool is particularly valuable for firms dealing with legacy engineering documents, forensic analysis, and compliance reporting, making knowledge retrieval effortless. Automated Structural Calculations – struct.calcpack struct.calcpack is another key product that automates and optimizes structural calculations, allowing engineers to perform design checks and validate results quickly. 	•	Pre-built optimization for steel and concrete design. 	•	Error reduction and consistency with rules-based verification. 	•	Seamless integration with spreadsheets and structural analysis software. This tool significantly reduces the time engineers spend on routine calculations, allowing them to focus on problem-solving. Why Engineers Trust struct.digital? Struct.digital isn’t just a software provider; we are engineering automation experts with deep knowledge of how engineering design workflows operate. Our custom solutions and AI-driven tools are built specifically for the AEC industry, ensuring: ✔ Time savings – Automate repetitive tasks and improve project turnaround times. ✔ Error reduction – AI-powered verification enhances design accuracy. ✔ Seamless integrations – Works with existing engineering software ecosystems. ✔ Scalability – Whether you’re a small consultancy or a large firm, our solutions grow with you. Transform Your Engineering Workflows with struct.digital As AI and automation become essential for staying competitive in the engineering industry, struct.digital is at the forefront of delivering intelligent, efficient, and scalable solutions. Want to explore how AI can optimize your firm’s workflows? Get in touch with us at support@struct.digital to discuss custom automation and AI solutions tailored to your needs.

struct.calcpack automates the design of elements, production of calculation packages

struct.digital

Key Features: -Cost & Carbon Estimating: Provides detailed, resource-based cost and carbon estimates, ensuring accuracy across all project phases. - 2D & 3D Take-Off: Seamlessly integrate with 2D and 3D models to extract precise quantities for estimates, supporting PDF, DWG, IFC, and RVT file formats. - Package Management: Manage work packages sent to subcontractors, allowing them to submit pricing and carbon data through an easy-to-use online portal. - Lifecycle Management: Aligned with NRM3 and ICMS standards, this module tracks costs from design through to operation and end-of-life, ensuring long-term project sustainability. - Real-Time Collaboration: Multiple team members can work simultaneously with safety locks in place, ensuring no overlaps or errors in editing. - Multi-Format Support: Easily work with industry-standard formats for both 2D drawings and 3D models, ensuring compatibility with major platforms. - API Integrations: Seamlessly connect with popular construction platforms, including Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Microsoft SharePoint for integrated workflows. - Traceability & Verification: Keep a clear audit trail of cost and carbon data, with the ability to track who measured or estimated what and when.

Package Management for subcontractor pricing of cost and carbon

Sterling Lifecycle - Cost & Carbon Construction Lifecycle estimating aligned with NRM3 / ICMS 

Sterling Smart Builder - a revolutionary tool designed to transform the estimating process for cost and carbon management within the construction industry

Sterling Integration - Procore Docs: Effortless Model & Drawing Import for Take-Off

Sterling Integration - Building Transparency's EC3: Seamless Carbon/EPD Data for Estimate Resources

Sterling Integration - Autodesk Docs: Streamlined Model & Drawing Import for Take-Off

Sterling Integration - ACC Cost: Publish Estimates as Budget Codes and Items

Sterling

Transform your Cost & Carbon estimating with a powerful and adaptable digital solution that satisfies the needs of today

We are the leading 360° Building Carbon Platform, focusing on the embodied carbon impact of materials and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), offering comprehensive solutions from carbon budgeting to regulatory accounting and reporting. Our services benefit the entire construction value chain, with a primary focus on empowering developers to formulate high-ROI carbon-to-cost strategies. Vizcab harnesses an ever-expanding building carbon data lake encompassing 12 million square meters of construction, simplifying data science and machine learning. We prioritize collaboration and cooperation, exemplified by our API strategy connecting the entire construction ecosystem to our cutting-edge technologies.

Vizcab

BEAM is the go-to solution for architects, engineers, and designers to seamlessly create BIM elements in Rhino and transfer them to Revit or IFC—eliminating the hassle of complex workflows. BEAM: Enhance Your BIM Modeling Bring the power of Building Information Modeling (BIM) to Rhino® with BEAM. Extend Rhino geometry with BIM data and export to Autodesk® Revit™ or IFC 4. With BEAM, you can deliver your designs to the digital era of BIM, streamlining your workflows and improving the efficiency of your projects.

BEAM

Revolutionising the AEC Industry: KREODx Unveils KIDIA, a Ground-breaking DfMA Intelligent Automation System Set for a Dynamic Beta Launch in September 2024! KREODx Integrated DfMA Intelligent Automation (KIDIA) software is a cutting-edge technology solution that combines Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) principles with advanced intelligent automation. KREODx revolutionises the construction and engineering sectors by streamlining processes, optimising efficiency, and enhancing overall project outcomes. With KREODx, we empower professionals in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry to achieve new levels of precision and productivity. Our technology simplifies complex tasks, reduces errors, and accelerates project timelines, ultimately leading to cost savings and superior quality results. At KREODx, we are committed to shaping the future of construction and engineering through innovation. Join us on this transformative journey, where we harness the power of DfMA and intelligent automation to redefine what's possible in the AEC realm. www.kreodx.com

KREODx

Kreo Software

Onwave UK Ltd provides a location-based safety system that uses geofencing technology called OWL. OWL works to help workforce teams visualise and understand their surroundings, increasing situational and hazard awareness and keeping teams safe in the field. This technology comprises a mobile app, web portal and wearable devices. Our solutions have helped to improve the efficiency Health and Safety of our customers for over 10 years. Our Senior Management Team comes from diverse backgrounds in construction, rail, highways, and maritime, having worked on large infrastructure projects such as HS1 and Crossrail. As a telecommunications provider, we specialise in the rail, construction, infrastructure, and utilities sectors and provide connectivity to many of the top 50 rail, highways, and construction companies in the UK, having mobilised over 4,000 projects and currently supporting more than 1,200 projects across the UK and Europe.

Connectivity on the Move - High Performance Portable Connectivity

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