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Introduction to SiteSolve

Last updated: 23 December 2025 16:29 BST

In the world of urban development, early stage decision making plays a critical role in shaping successful projects. SiteSolve is a powerful tool designed to streamline this process, helping architects, planners, and developers explore design possibilities efficiently. With advanced generative design capabilities, SiteSolve enables users to assess viability, optimise layouts, and make informed choices - saving both time and resources.

Key features

Early-stage viability assessment

Understanding whether a project is feasible is essential before moving forward. SiteSolve allows users to evaluate site constraints, density potential, and massing options early in the planning process. By analysing these factors from the outset, teams can identify the best strategies to move forward with confidence.


Generative design

Rather than manually testing different design configurations, SiteSolve automates this process by generating and optimising multiple options. This is especially useful for block and housing massing, ensuring efficient land use while maintaining quality and liveability.


Constraint-based exploration

Every development site comes with unique challenges, from zoning regulations to environmental factors. SiteSolve makes it easier to explore design solutions that work within these constraints, helping users refine layouts that balance creativity with practicality.

With SiteSolve, development teams can move beyond traditional trial-and-error design processes and instead harness intelligent automation to create better, faster, and smarter designs.

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