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    Materials Hub
    Where Material Decisions Are Made

    Materials Hub is an end-to-end platform built specifically to
    transform how you research, select, and document materials.
    Think of it as your firm's central nervous system for material decisions.

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    Firm Library

    Your Firm's Material Intelligence, Centralized

    Remember that incredible stone you specified three projects ago? Or the contact information for that helpful rep? Materials Hub creates a living library of your firm's material knowledge:
    • Past specifications and standards
    • Approved products and alternatives
    • Vendor relationships and communications
    • Project histories and lessons learned

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    SpecPlanner

    Spec Planning That Streamlines Your Projects

    Stop juggling scattered spreadsheets and emails. Our intelligent roadmap includes:

    • Complete project planning from day one to final documentation
    • Automatic organization by CSI divisions and project phases
    • Real-time tracking of selection status and team decisions
    • Seamless integration with your firm's material standards
    • Direct connection to schedules and specifications

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    AI-Powered Search

    Ask Anything, Get Answers Instantly

    Stop hunting through endless product catalogs. Use natural language searches to get answers from our comprehensive technical database

    • 100,000+ building products with standardized data
    • Search by performance criteria, not just keywords
    • Visual and technical information in consistent formats
    • Sustainability certifications and documentation
    • Direct access to BIM families and technical assets

    Materials Hub transformed our material selection process from a scattered chase of spreadsheets and phone calls into a streamlined workflow that actually matches how architects think and work. It's not just about organizing information—it's about freeing up time to focus on what matters: making better design decisions earlier in the process.

    Architect Dami Lee | You-tuber & Founder of Nollistudios

    Materials Hub creates a common language between the science of materials and the art of architecture, establishing a foundation for both consistency and creativity. This shared understanding allows us to preserve what works while identifying precisely where innovation can have the most meaningful impact in design

    Architect & Professor Christine Williamson | AIA, host of Building Science Fight Club

    Materials Hub helps us streamline and create more efficient methodologies to how we practice. The more we can integrate into a system like Materials Hub where we can take all these different parameters and solve them, the more successful will be in, the more we can focus on just the qualities of the space that we're creating.

    Architect Alan Ford | FAIA, Principal at Ford Architects

    Materials Hub streamlined our process. The platform didn't just help us find standard specs—it connected us directly to actual materials that exceeded our client's expectations. That's the real power: moving beyond generic specifications to discovering innovative solutions that might have otherwise gone undiscovered.

    Architect Alex Gore | Author, Builder, Podcaster and Teacher. Host of the Inside the Firm Podcast

    Materials Hub has been able to help us narrow down choices and is the place we start looking for products. Being able to find everything on Materials Hub, something that's for architects by architects, and it's free, has been really helpful.

    Architect Lena Reiff | AIA, EDAC, at Ross Barney Architects

    Conversations

    Direct Connections to Product Manufacturers

    Talk to material experts who understand the needs of your project and can help you on your way to specification

    • Ask our AI specialist about any product or performance need
    • Refine searches through natural architectural dialogue
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    Comparisons

    Side-by-Side Product Comparisons

    Compare materials at a glance, without having to search through multiple browser windows

    • Line up product specs, costs and certifications side by side
    • Customize comparison views for your team
    • Share analyses with stakeholders instantly



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    Schedules

    The Home of Decisions & Documentation

    Stop manually updating endless spreadsheets. Our schedules workspace includes:

    • One-click creation of material schedules from selections
    • Real-time updates that sync across your entire team 
    • Customizable views for different project stakeholders
    • Direct export to standard industry formats
    • Seamless sharing with contractors and clients

    Materials Hub helps us narrow down our choices, its the place where we start looking for products

    Lena Reiff

    AIA, EDAC, Architect at Ross Barney Architects

     

    Ross Barney Architects

    Materials Hub Success Stories

    Journey into the mindset of the experienced architects at Ross Barney as they reveal how material selection shapes the human experience of space.

    This insightful discussion explores the evolution of architectural material selection and how digital innovation is transforming this crucial aspect of design. 

     

     

    Getting Started is Easier Than You Think

    Materials Hub Concierge is your dedicated partner in material selection, implementation, and training.

    Materials Hub Concierge is a premium, free service designed to help architecture and design firms fully leverage Acelab’s Materials Hub. From creating a digital firm library to managing the material selection and decision process project after project project teams, this white-glove service streamlines material selection and ensures seamless adoption across your organization

    What the program includes:

    Dedicated Account Manager

    A single point of contact to guide your firm through onboarding, answer questions, and provide ongoing support.

    Certified Digital Firm Library

    We build and certify a tailored library of materials and specifications that aligns with your firm's standards, enabling instant access to pre-approved resources.

    Customized Project Templates

    Your project templates are customized to reflect your firm’s unique workflows and design standards, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all projects.

    Team Training

    Interactive training sessions empower your project teams to effectively deploy the Materials Hub tools and resources, enhancing productivity and collaboration.

    Implementation & Onboarding

    A seamless, guided onboarding process ensures the platform integrates smoothly into your firm’s operations.

    Vendor Introductions

    Exclusive connections to top manufacturers and suppliers to streamline material sourcing and strengthen vendor relationships.

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    Unlimited Users. Unlimited Projects.
    Free for Architects & Designers