Acelab has launched Materials Hub, an AI-powered platform revolutionizing architectural material selection.AI-powered platform transforms complex material decisions into informed choices, balancing performance, sustainability, and cost. Today on March 3, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York, Acelab announces the launch of Materials Hub, an AI-powered platform that transforms how architects and designers discover, evaluate, and specify building materials. The platform combines artificial intelligence with firms institutional knowledge to address the increasingly complex challenges of material selection in modern architecture. As an architect, Ive experienced firsthand how the explosion of material options has made specification increasingly complex, said Vardhan Mehta, cofounder and CEO of Acelab. Every day, architects juggle performance requirements, sustainability goals, and aesthetic vision while trying to tap into their firms collective expertise. We built Materials Hub because we knew there had to be a better way than hunting through scattered product data and hoping someone in the office had used a material before. This platform finally brings together everything architects needcomprehensive data, firm knowledge, and intelligent recommendations in one place, transforming how teams make material decisions.Early access trials with industry leaders have proven Materials Hubs transformative potential, with Acelabs platform delivering value through three core strengths:Acelabs approach to the Firm Library: Preserving & Growing Institutional KnowledgeCaptures and digitizes decades of material expertise and project experienceEvolves continuously with each successful specificationMakes critical knowledge instantly accessible across your entire firmEnables seamless knowledge transfer as teams change or expandPreserves insights from senior architects for the next generationFirm Library leverages Materials Hubs comprehensive database to help firms centralize their materials knowledgeAI-Powered Material IntelligenceAsk naturallyShow me slip-resistant tiles for freeze-thaw conditionsand get precise answersHarnesses data from over 100,000 building materials and understands architect terminologySurfaces hidden options by understanding intentnot just matching keywordsProvides comprehensive analysis of aesthetics, performance, and sustainabilityDelivers complete documentation for LEED, WELL, and Living Building ChallengeMakes every team member a material expert through intelligent recommendationsTransforms complex specifications into actionable insights through natural dialogueAsk anything, let Materials Hub deliver. AI-Powered search capabilities help you find the right materials for every projectStreamlined Decision-Making WorkflowCoordinates team collaboration across all locationsAutomates documentation and specification generationOptimizes material choices for each unique projectEvaluates options across performance, cost, and sustainability metricsIntegrates seamlessly with existing firm processesReduces time from research to specificationAn organized workspace that helps you select the right products, collaborate with stakeholders, & export documentationMaterials are the foundation of architectural innovation and sustainability, said Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, Hon. ASLA, design principal and founder of Ross Barney Architects. Materials Hub has fundamentally changed how we approach material selection, ensuring that our choices not only meet performance requirements but also align with our sustainability goals and design vision. Having access to this depth of material knowledge, curated by architects for architects, is transformative for our industry.Here more from the team at Ross Barney Architects:Leading architecture firms including BIG, Stantec, SHoP, AECOM, CookFox and others have already joined Ross Barney Architects in adopting Materials Hub through early access programs. The platform will be available free of charge to all architecture and design firms starting March 3. Materials Hub represents more than just a technological advancementits a paradigm shift in how we approach design and sustainability, said Dave Lemont, Acelabs Executive Chairman and former CEO of Revit. The world of architecture is at a critical juncture where material choices have never been more important. By combining AI-powered search with collaborative tools and a firms own project history, weve created a platform that will change the world of material selection. This is exactly what the industry needs to move forward and create a more sustainable built environment.To celebrate the launch, Acelab is also announcing Materials Month, a month-long exploration of material innovation in architecture featuring daily insights from industry leaders and deep-dives into building materials.About AcelabFounded by architects who faced the daily challenges of material selection firsthand, Acelab is transforming how the built environment takes shape. We believe that every material choice mattersnot just for performance and aesthetics, but for the future of our planet. Our team of architects, designers, and technologists created Materials Hub to empower firms to make material choices that matter, turning their collective expertise into better project outcomes. By bridging the gap between material science and architectural practice, were helping firms deliver spaces that dont just meet todays standardsthey define tomorrows possibilities.For more information or to schedule a demonstration, visit acelabusa.com or contact [emailprotected].