[Report] Special Event Held to Commemorate the Limited Release of 'Timber-Specialized AI Assistant Laurel'

Mori-Mirai, with the mission of 'Sustainable Forest,' held an event on May 26, 2026, at Google for Startups Campus to commemorate the limited release of their 'Timber-Specialized AI Assistant Laurel.'

The event served as an opportunity to explore the possibilities of AI in spatial design through talk sessions featuring top-tier creators and hands-on demonstrations of Laurel.

What is Timber-Specialized AI Assistant Laurel? 'Laurel' is an AI chat service that enables architects and designers to evaluate wood selection and procurement in a practical, real-world context.

While the demand for timber is growing in the construction industry, information regarding price, lead times, and certification is often fragmented, creating a barrier to usage. Mori-Mirai has built the 'SHIN-MIRAI DataBase,' which structures over 10,000 interior materials and practical data. Built upon this foundation, Laurel supports rapid and reliable decision-making.

Event Overview Title: How Should Spatial Designers and Artists Use AI? - Launch Event for the Beta Version of Timber-Specialized AI - Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 18:00–20:00 - Venue: Google for Startups Campus

In the talk session, Tetsuya Ueno of Jet Design described AI as a 'thought partner,' emphasizing that final decisions remain the designer's responsibility. Additionally, Echio Suzuki of Nomura Co., Ltd. pointed out that even in the digital age, human perception and judgment remain indispensable.