AI to Answer Questions from Drawings

The ability to ask questions about a drawing set in plain language and get cited answers is transforming how project teams interact with construction documents. Instead of opening sheets and scanning for information, users ask: "What is the ceiling height in the lobby?" or "How many type C fire extinguisher cabinets are on the third floor?"

The AI processes the question, identifies which drawings contain the relevant information (floor plans for room dimensions, reflected ceiling plans for ceiling heights, fire protection plans for extinguisher locations), extracts the answer, and returns it with references to the specific sheets and locations where the information was found. This process takes seconds compared to the minutes or hours of manual searching.

The citation component is essential for professional use. In construction, answers need sources. An uncited answer about a door size could lead to ordering the wrong frame, blocking the wrong opening, or failing an inspection. AI that provides the sheet number, the detail reference, and the specific annotation builds the trust that professionals require to act on the information.