AI Studio for the construction industry

We design and deploy custom AI systems for AEC industries to automate technical workflows, accelerate design delivery and manage complex data.

The Challenge

Generic AI doesn't understand your files

PDF drawings, 3D models, IFC files, technical specifications — your daily working documents mean nothing to ChatGPT or Gemini. Off-the-shelf AI is built for text, not for the formats, terminology and workflows of the AEC industry. You need AI that speaks your language.

Your data is your competitive advantage — don't give it away

Years of completed projects, proprietary methods and client information represent your firm's accumulated knowledge. Passing it through third-party AI tools means losing control of where it goes and who can use it. You need AI that keeps your data private, on your terms.

Your workflows are unique

Each company has its own way of doing things, developed over years of experience. Workflows are often complex and highly specialized. You need AI solutions that adapt to your specific processes and enhance your existing workflows.

AI experts who understand AEC

AEC is a complex industry with its own language, workflows and constraints. Generic AI consultants often miss the operational realities of drawings, models, fabrication and project delivery. You need experts who understand both the technology and the industry it has to serve.

What We Build

1. Drawing Analysis

Detect, analyse and measure automatically elements on PDF drawings.

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2. Document Intelligence

Unlock insights from your documents and drawings using AI-powered retrieval (D-RAG).

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3. Database Knowledge

Structure your data with knowledge graphs.

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4. Fabricator Design Agent

From client enquiry to fabrication data — AI agents that automate the design-to-manufacturing pipeline.

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5. AI + Parametric Design

Combine AI with parametric 3D workflows.

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6. AI Layout Generation

Automatically generate and optimise spatial layouts using AI-driven algorithms.

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7. AI Image Generation

Generate project visuals and renderings tailored to your specific requirements.

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They love what we do

How We Work

Discovery

We audit your workflows and data to identify the highest-ROI automation opportunities.

We start by understanding your business — your data, your pain points, your goals. Through workshops and technical audits, we map out where AI can deliver the most value.

Prototype

We build a working AI prototype on your real data to prove the concept.

We always start by building a working AI prototype on your real data to demonstrate the value before committing to a full build.

Deploy

We deliver a production-ready tool integrated into your existing workflow.

We harden the prototype into a production-grade tool and integrate it into the systems your team already uses using almost only open source technologies that ensure flexibility and scalability.

Support

We train your team and provide ongoing support to ensure adoption.

We train your team, monitor performance, and iterate based on real usage. We stay involved until the tool is part of your daily workflow.

About Us

AECforward.ai is an AI studio that partners since 2021 with engineering firms, contractors and manufacturers to turn AI into operational systems. We combine engineering expertise with computational design and AI to deliver production-ready tools tailored to real project needs.

Ready to put AI to work?

Let's discuss how we can automate your workflows and unlock your data.

Emmanuel Verkinderen

Founder

Former Technical Director in a large consultancy. Trained at École Centrale, one of France's leading engineering schools. He also teaches AI for the AEC industry at ESTP college.

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