AI for Value Engineering

Value engineering (VE) identifies alternative design approaches that achieve the same performance at lower cost. AI supports VE by evaluating alternatives against the project requirements — structural adequacy, code compliance, energy performance, and durability — ensuring that cost reductions do not compromise building quality or function.

The most effective VE occurs during design when changes are still cheap to implement. AI identifies VE opportunities by comparing the specified materials and systems against alternatives that meet the same specification requirements at lower cost. A mechanical system that achieves the same comfort and efficiency with a simpler configuration. A structural system that carries the same loads with less material. A facade assembly that meets the same performance criteria with a less expensive cladding system.