The perspective behind the platform
AEC Hub was built because the industry needed an independent guide to technology decisions.
AEC Hub started as a question: why is it so hard for architecture, engineering, and construction firms to evaluate technology? The industry has no shortage of tools, there are hundreds of software products claiming to solve every workflow problem. What's missing is independent, structured guidance. Not vendor marketing. Not sponsored rankings. Analysis from people who have worked inside AEC workflows.
That's what AEC Hub provides. We track 550+ tools with in-depth reviews written from an architecture and engineering perspective. We built 7 live data dashboards powered by federal data sources (BLS, FRED, Census Bureau, FHWA, USAspending.gov). And when firms need hands-on help, our advisory services range from a free AI strategy session to a discovery and definition sprint and an ongoing retainer membership.
Nate, co-founder of AEC Hub. Master of Architecture and ten years across architectural design, data engineering, and AI, including AI research and strategy at Fortune 10 companies and product work at an AEC technology company.
Technical depth
- M.Arch, architecture + computational design
- Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, BIM workflows
- AI/ML implementation (FastAPI, Anthropic, OpenAI APIs)
- Data engineering and dashboard design
Domain experience
- Architecture practice (US + international)
- AEC technology companies (design tools, BIM, AI)
- University-level instruction in Architecture and AI
Akhil Hemanth
Co-founder & Advisor
AI Technology Architect at Newcomb & Boyd. Integrates data and intelligent systems into AEC design workflows and champions upskilling across teams. Advises AEC Hub on AI strategy, engineering practice, and emerging-professional engagement. Developer of the 4 E's AEC technology strategy framework.
What makes us different
Independent
No vendor relationships. No sponsored rankings. Our reviews and recommendations are based on our own evaluation criteria.
Data-first
Every dashboard, benchmark, and market analysis is sourced from authoritative public data. We publish the underlying numbers, not just conclusions.
Practitioner-built
We've practiced architecture, built BIM models, written Grasshopper scripts, and shipped AI tools. We evaluate technology from the perspective of people who use it.
Work with us
Start with a free 30-minute intro call to discuss your firm's technology challenges.