Lansing, Mich., school is America's first building with AI-designed electrical system

The Mt. Hope Elementary School in Lansing, Mich., is the first building in the U.S. to be constructed with an AI-designed electrical system, according to a news release from Augmenta.

The provider of AI software for the AEC industry says that the platform delivered 25% faster design, 15% less material waste, and one month reduction in prefabrication readiness. The technology also reduced on-site human error and costly rework.

“The inaugural application of Augmenta’s technology at Mt. Hope Elementary School focused on electrical design because electrical systems are often the last to be designed, leaving electrical contractors racing to design the system while competing with mechanical and plumbing systems for space in crowded pathways,” the release says. “While the Mt. Hope Elementary School showcases the power of AI in electrical design, Augmenta is actively evolving its platform to encompass mechanical, plumbing, structural, and automated prefabrication solutions.”