Invented by Carr; John William

Creating building designs has always been slow and hard, especially for people without special training. A new patent application introduces a way to turn simple words and images into ready-to-use construction plans. Let’s break down how this system fits into today’s world, the science behind it, and what exactly is new and clever about this invention.

Background and Market Context

Today, most people who want to build or remodel a home need to work with architects. Architects use special computer programs to draw up plans. These programs are powerful but tough to learn. Even for experts, it can take weeks to finish a drawing. Homeowners and new builders often feel lost when it comes to making their own plans, so they must pay for help. This makes building projects slow and expensive before anyone even picks up a hammer.

The digital world has tried to fix this. There are tools that let you create simple 3D images of a room or house, but these programs still ask for a lot of details. Users need to know technical terms and how to use the software. Basic 3D image makers powered by artificial intelligence (AI) can turn words into pictures, but these pictures often look odd and are not useful for real building work. They don’t follow building codes or match what is needed for permits.

Because of these limits, many people give up before they even start. Builders, homeowners, and small designers want a way to quickly sketch out ideas and get proper plans without hiring an expert or spending months learning complex tools. The construction industry loses time and money because of slow plan approvals and back-and-forth with city officials. There is a real need for a tool that makes it easy for anyone to go from an idea to a building plan that can actually be used for construction and permits.

This patent application addresses these pain points. It offers a platform that turns everyday language and sample images into both 3D visuals and the 2D technical drawings needed for building permits. With this, anyone can go from “I want a kitchen with a breakfast bar” to a finished plan, right from their computer. This invention aims to open up design and building to everyone, making the process quicker, cheaper, and more friendly.

Scientific Rationale and Prior Art

Let’s look at how current technology works and where it falls short. Architects and engineers have used computer-aided design (CAD) software for decades. These tools create detailed 2D and 3D drawings. But CAD programs are not simple. They require training, and users must enter every detail: wall sizes, window types, door locations, and much more. This means only trained experts can use them well.

Recently, AI image generators like Midjourney and DALL-E have become popular. These AI tools can turn simple text into images. For example, you can type “a modern living room with big windows” and get a picture. But these pictures are mostly for fun or inspiration. They are not accurate enough to use for real designs. They do not know about building rules, sizes, or safety codes. Also, you can’t take these pictures and use them to get a building permit or start construction.

Other design software tries to make things easier. Some programs use drag-and-drop blocks to build rooms, but they still ask the user to know about sizes and details. None of these systems can take a simple idea, check it against real building rules, and turn it into a ready-to-use drawing for permits.

There are also AI programs that use natural language processing (NLP). These can read and understand human language. In design, some tools use NLP to help find information or answer questions about designs, but not to create full plans from scratch. Machine learning has also been used to spot mistakes in designs, but mostly after a human has already made the drawing.

To sum up, the old way needs experts and lots of time. Newer AI tools are easy to use but not useful for building. The missing link is a system that combines easy input (like plain language and sample photos), smart AI that understands design and rules, and the power to output real construction drawings that meet legal standards. That’s what this invention is trying to do.

Invention Description and Key Innovations

This invention is like a bridge that connects simple ideas to real building plans, using smart software and AI. Here’s how it works in simple steps:

1. Input Portal: The user starts by giving the system a mix of things: a plain language description (“I want a kitchen and dining room separated by a breakfast bar”), answers to simple questions (like room sizes or styles), and maybe some sample pictures showing colors or looks they like.

2. Smart Analysis: The system has a special part called the requirements analysis portal. It reads the words, breaks them into pieces, and uses NLP to figure out what the user wants. For example, it knows “kitchen and dining room” means two rooms. It notices “separated by a breakfast bar” means there’s something between them. It turns these ideas into structured details, such as room sizes, locations, and features.

3. AI Checks: The system doesn’t just take the user’s idea as-is. It checks if the plan fits real-life rules and limits. For example, it will make sure the breakfast bar fits in the space. It checks if things match building codes—like ceiling heights, window sizes, or distances between counters. If something doesn’t fit, it asks the user for more info or suggests changes.

4. 3D Image Creation: Once the details are clear, the system uses a smart 3D image generator. This part uses AI trained on real building data—like codes, measurements, and styles. It creates a 3D picture of the design, using both the structured details and any sample images. For example, if the sample shows a Tuscan-style kitchen, the AI adds the right colors and textures.

5. Verification Loops: Here’s something special: the system checks its own work. It uses other AI tools to look at the 3D image and see if it matches the user’s request. It can change the image until it looks right. It also checks if the subject is correct (for example, making sure it really is a kitchen). If the AI finds mistakes, it updates the design until everything matches.

6. 2D Drawing Creation: Now that the 3D image is ready, another AI translates this into a 2D drawing. These are the flat, technical drawings builders and city officials need. The AI knows how to turn a 3D view into a floor plan, complete with all the right labels and measurements. This drawing is made to meet the standards for permit applications and construction.

7. Permit and Construction Support: The system even helps with the next step. It can check the 2D drawing against building codes to make sure it is ready for city approval. Builders can use these plans directly for quotes and construction. If changes are needed later, the system can update the design and keep a record of what changed.

What makes this invention stand out is how it connects everything. It lets anyone, not just experts, describe what they want in simple words or pictures. The system does the hard work of turning that idea into a real, legal plan. It checks itself at each step, using smart AI to make sure the result is correct and follows the rules. It saves time and money, and it makes building more open to everyone.

This invention brings together several smart parts: language processing to understand ideas, AI trained on real building rules, image creation that matches what the user wants, and automated checking for mistakes. It’s like having a team of experts in your computer, ready to help you design and build.

Conclusion

This new system is a big step forward for anyone who wants to design a space. It takes away the need for deep expertise and hours of drawing by hand. With just plain words and some pictures, users can create real construction plans checked by AI for accuracy and code compliance. This tool could speed up building projects and lower costs, making it possible for more people to bring their ideas to life. The invention combines the best of modern technology—AI, machine learning, and simple interfaces—to turn dreams into real, buildable designs. It’s a smart answer to a problem that has frustrated homeowners and builders for years, finally making architectural drawing easy, fast, and open to all.

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