Code Compliance Across Every Project Phase

Kestrel works across every stage of design—from early feasibility checks to final construction.

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From Concept to Construction

Kestrel supports every stage of your project, providing real-time code insights, reducing review cycles, and eliminating last-minute issues—right inside Revit.

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  • Architects need flexibility in early-stage design exploration, but compliance considerations often slow down iteration. Kestrel helps validate zoning, egress, and accessibility constraints without limiting creativity.

    • Run early feasibility checks to ensure massing and layouts align with regulations before deep design development.

    • Get preliminary compliance insights for key issues like fire separations, egress routes, and accessibility without manual research.

    • Test multiple design scenarios quickly to see how different configurations impact compliance, reducing the risk of late-stage redesigns.

  • As projects become more detailed, compliance questions become more frequent. Kestrel provides real-time feedback to help teams integrate code requirements efficiently.

    • Identify potential violations in fire ratings, exit paths, and occupancy limits before documentation begins.

    • Run zoning and occupancy analyses to validate programmatic decisions before advancing to CDs.

    • Help junior architects understand code requirements through AI-assisted learning, reducing the burden on senior staff to answer repetitive compliance questions.

  • Late-stage compliance errors lead to expensive revisions and permit delays. Kestrel ensures that compliance is verified before finalizing drawings.

    • Automate QA/QC reviews to catch errors in egress, fire separations, accessibility, and zoning before submission.

    • Cross-check BIM model elements against metadata-driven compliance to detect inconsistencies between design intent and actual documentation.

    • Reduce reliance on last-minute consultant reviews by flagging issues internally before external coordination.

  • Municipal review processes can be unpredictable, leading to costly delays. Kestrel helps architects enter the approval phase with confidence.

    • Ensure plans are fully compliant before submission, reducing back-and-forth with permitting agencies.

    • Generate detailed compliance reports that provide clear code references, helping regulators review projects faster.

    • Minimize redlines and correction cycles, keeping project timelines on track.

  • Compliance doesn’t stop when construction begins. Field conditions change, and last-minute modifications can introduce risk. Kestrel helps teams stay compliant even as adjustments are made.

    • Run real-time compliance checks on design modifications to assess their impact on code requirements.

    • Verify that built conditions align with approved drawings, preventing surprises during inspections.

    • Reduce RFIs and rework by ensuring compliance remains intact through project completion.

Why Kestrel?

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    Code Libraries That Stay Updated

    You won’t have to track every code revision—Kestrel Labs constantly refreshes our database so you’re always aligned with the latest regulations.

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    Designed by Architects, for Architects

    Created by a professional with 20+ years in the field, Kestrel works the way you do—intuitive, workflow-friendly, and built around real-life needs.

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    Smarter Compliance Suggestions

    You don’t just get a list of errors; you get generative context-specific solutions that make sense for your unique design.

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    Scale to Any Project

    Whether you’re tackling a small residential build or a large commercial development, Kestrel grows with your needs, helping you stay on time and on budget.

Reclaim Time, Clarity, and Confidence with Simpler Code Compliance

Code Compliant Design Assistance for Everyone

  • Solo Practitioners: Simplify compliance and save hours with automated checks, letting you focus on design.

  • Mid-Sized Teams: Streamline workflows, reduce rework, and keep your team aligned in your BIM environment.

  • Large, Interdisciplinary Firms: Scale compliance effortlessly across distributed teams and jurisdictions.

  • Government Agencies: Speed up approvals with pre-validated, code-compliant submissions.

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Kestrel eliminates pain points that slow your team down:

  • Spend Less Time on Compliance: Automate tedious checks so your team can focus on design.

  • Catch Issues Early: Flag code violations in real time to prevent costly rework or delays.

  • Faster Approvals: Deliver pre-validated designs that are ready to pass any review.

  • Work Smarter Together: Real-time compliance insights ensure everyone —architects, engineers, and contractors—are always on the same page.

How Does It Work?

Kestrel integrates directly into your BIM model, seamlessly working within your existing design environment.

It scans your model in real time, analyzing it against national, state, and local building codes—such as ADA, fire safety, and zoning regulations—to identify violations early. ArchiCheck pinpoints exactly what’s wrong and where, tying each issue to the relevant code for complete clarity.

Your conversational AI assistant then helps you refine your design, resolving multi-code conflicts and optimizing layouts while preserving your creative intent.

Ready to Focus More on Design and Less on Code Checks?

Kestrel is built to save you hours every week and help you avoid costly mistakes.

Let us handle compliance, so you can get back to designing.