We think that the winning paper identifies an important and general problem in AI in Design. It presents a novel solution to this general problem, together with results which clearly demonstrate its feasibility and the viablility of its further significant development and application. It is a well organised and a well written paper and stands as an excellent example in its presentation of the method adopted in the work reported and in its treatment of related work.
Linda Schmidt's presentation was clear and engaging, told a good `story', and had very clear, readable slides. In addition the content was very good. The speaker had a strong presence that captured and held the audience's attention. Questions were handled confidently.