Launched in March 2025 and offered free to architecture and design firms, the platform serves over 20k registered architects, designers, and specifiers through a comprehensive ecosystem that combines artificial intelligence with institutional knowledge management.
The platform’s core strength lies in its AI-powered search capability that processes natural language queries against a database of over 150,000 building products, allowing architects to search using terms like “Show me slip-resistant tiles for freeze-thaw conditions” and receive precise, performance-based results rather than simple keyword matches.
The platform maintains complete independence in search results, showing products based solely on how well they match architect requirements regardless of manufacturer subscription status, while generating revenue through annual partnerships that allow manufacturers to respond when architects proactively reach out.
Founded by architects who experienced material selection challenges firsthand, Acelab positions the platform as addressing the critical juncture where material choices have never been more important for sustainability and performance, offering a premium Materials Hub Concierge service with dedicated account management, certified firm library setup, and comprehensive training to ensure successful implementation across firms of all sizes—from boutique studios to multinational practices.
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