Scenario of an integrated design support for architects

Abstract The FABEL system is a research prototype which demonstrates an integrated support for architects and civil engineers in building design. On the basis of a modern computer-aided architectural design tool (CARD) the FABEL prototype offers several tools to supply useful cases, adapt cases to current needs, assess design fragments, or generate parts of a building plan. The use of the system and the scope of its support is illustrated. Its hybrid nature and the integration of different tools is commented on. The tools are assessed with respect to their extensibility within the present domain or to other design domains.