TrunkReview processes architectural drawings to identify compliance issues, dimensional conflicts, and specification deviations
TrunkReview, part of the Trunk Tools platform, is a new drawing revision agent that analyses design documents against building codes and project specifications. It processes architectural drawings to identify compliance issues, dimensional conflicts, and specification deviations.
TrunkReview uses machine learning models trained on building codes, architectural standards, and project-specific requirements. When a user uploads drawings, the system extracts dimensional data, annotation text, and spatial relationships, then compares these against applicable code requirements and project specifications. The analysis generates annotated reports highlighting potential issues with references to specific code sections.
According to Trunk Tools, the software can process a typical commercial building plan set in minutes, identifying issues that might otherwise require hours of manual review. The platform maintains a database of building codes across multiple jurisdictions, which it updates as regulations change.
The workflow integrates with existing document management systems through API connections. Users upload drawing sets, select applicable codes and project specifications, then receive reports that flag potential compliance issues with severity ratings. The system tracks issues across drawing revisions, noting when flagged items have been addressed in subsequent uploads.
Trunk Tools targets architecture firms, design-build contractors, and plan review departments.
TrunkReview currently supports 2D drawing formats including DWG, PDF, and DXF files. The company indicates that 3D model analysis capabilities are in development, with planned support for IFC and Revit file formats.
