ATLANTA, GA — [Commercial Property Executive] — AI is rapidly gaining traction in architecture, but for many firms, integrating it into everyday workflows remains a work in progress.
The first episode of Commercial Design Lab, a new podcast hosted by CPE Senior Associate Editor Beata Lorincz, explores how AI is beginning to reshape architectural workflows, from early-stage design and zoning analysis to building performance optimization. Sandeep Ahuja, Co-Founder & CEO of AI-powered architecture practice cove, discusses the limitations of traditional processes and the growing role of automation for architects and their practices.
Developers are placing increasing pressure on architects to deliver projects faster, more efficiently and with stronger performance outcomes. “Speed is the name of the game,” Ahuja commented.
She also shares insights into cove’s work across commercial asset classes, including adaptive reuse and mixed-use developments, and explains how AI can help streamline project timelines while embedding sustainability into the design process.
“There are parts of the process that are great for automation, parts that are great for AI and parts that are a great fit for humans,” she said…