Bridging AEC and Emerging Tech
AEC Hub is built by designers, educators, and engineers who believe the future of the built environment starts with better tools, deeper insight, and accessible education.
Founding Team
Akhil Hemanth
Co-founder, AEC Hub
Architectural Designer with experience in senior living and community design. Software Engineer who has shipped over 15 products—from small prototypes to full SaaS platforms. Passionate about bridging architecture and code to build next-gen design tools.
Nate Steinrueck
Co-founder, AEC Hub
Nathaniel is a UX Researcher and educator focused on designing and building human-centered AI products. He brings experience from Google (via TVC), where he led research for enterprise tools supporting the built environment. As an instructor and workshop leader, Nathaniel helps professionals and students engage with emerging technology through a lens of strategy, ethics, and usability. At AEC Hub, he champions accessible education and real-world implementation of AI across architecture and construction.
Our Advisors
Clifton Harness
Co-founder & CEO, TestFit
AEC founder focused on reshaping site feasibility through automation and data. A leader in real-time generative design tools for developers and architects.
Dave Gilmore
President & CEO, DesignIntelligence
With over 30 years of professional services leadership experience, Dave Gilmore focuses on positively influencing and supporting decision-makers across the built environment. As President and CEO of DesignIntelligence, he champions strategic thinking and innovation in architecture and design leadership.
Why We Built AEC Hub
We created AEC Hub to demystify AI, elevate technical literacy, and equip AEC professionals with tools for the next decade. Our goal is to help firms and individuals confidently integrate technology into their practice—with the resources, guidance, and insight needed to thrive.
"The architecture, engineering, and construction industries are on the cusp of a technological revolution. We're here to make sure everyone has access to the knowledge and tools they need to be part of that future."