Exploring AI in Architectural Design

I gave Illoca's Plamo three photos of my house and a one-sentence prompt. Here's what the AI architectural modeler got right, what it got wrong, and why it feels like a smart SketchUp.
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More

I gave Illoca's Plamo three photos of my house and a one-sentence prompt. Here's what the AI architectural modeler got right, what it got wrong, and why it feels like a smart SketchUp.

Jon Peddie Research puts the 2D CAD market at about 5.4 billion dollars in 2025 and calls it structurally strong. I am not in the 2D camp or the 3D camp. Both have real jobs, and the interesting problem is the handoff between them.

Every December 7th, I reflect on Pearl Harbor and the loss of my relative on the USS Arizona. Participating in remembrance events, I documented the sunken ships using advanced technology. The experience deepened my understanding of service and sacrifice, making me appreciate the importance of preserving these memorials and honoring their stories.