Design Precedent Explorer: Synthesis Knowledge Agent Demo For AEC Firms

In this demo, Christopher Parsons showcases the Design Precedent Explorer, a knowledge‑driven tool for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms. He explains that the system is grounded in the firm’s project directory and a library of detailed project sheets, which together provide the factual basis for answering design precedent questions. Parsons demonstrates several example queries: searching for projects that include bike storage (identifying a single example at Georgia Tech), looking for prior work that features communal dining spaces (returning multiple relevant projects across market types), and finding projects with open atriums and extensive glazing (producing a curated list). He highlights the ability to drill down into each result for further details, illustrating how the tool can support both high‑level concept exploration and detailed design decisions.










