reFern is an AI-driven platform that automates embodied carbon calculations and tracks material data to help interior designers meet sustainability standards like LEED and WELL. By providing actionable insights and alternative sustainable materials, reFern streamlines the design process and enhances project efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Interior designers face challenges in efficiently calculating embodied carbon, tracking material data, and identifying sustainable alternatives to meet green building standards like LEED and WELL. The process often requires significant time and expertise, hindering project efficiency and sustainability efforts.
Solution
reFern is an AI-driven platform designed to streamline sustainable interior design by automating embodied carbon calculations and providing actionable insights. The platform allows users to track the environmental impacts of their projects through life cycle assessments (LCAs) and verify material compliance with external standards. By summarizing item data and offering sustainable alternatives based on design preferences, reFern simplifies the process of selecting eco-friendly materials. The platform integrates into existing design workflows, reducing the need for dedicated sustainability liaisons and enabling designers to make informed decisions to reduce emissions.
Target Audience
reFern is primarily targeted towards interior designers and design firms seeking to streamline their sustainability efforts and meet green building standards.
Features
- AI-powered search for alternative sustainable materials based on design preferences
- Automated calculation and tracking of project impacts through life cycle assessment (LCA)
- Verification of materials for compliance with LEED and WELL standards
- Customizable dashboard for monitoring spec sheets and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
- Generation of visuals for stakeholders to aid in sustainable design decisions