Houzz Pro positions itself as an all-in-one platform built for interior designers and construction companies. It’s a robust tool that aims to cover everything—from built-in LiDAR technology for site measurements to client portals, 3D floor planner, team collaboration tools, product clipping, spec sheets, and more. It’s a popular platform, widely used and well-regarded by many Read More
When it comes to software for interior designers, I’m no stranger. As both a designer and a software reviewer, I bring firsthand experience and insight when it comes to evaluating, comparing, and rating these platforms. The landscape of software for interior designers has shifted significantly. Ivy users have found themselves scrambling to find alternatives, Houzz Read More
It seems like all interior design projects now start with AI. More and more of my clients are coming to me after experimenting with interior design tools, and as someone who’s been dubbed the queen of interior design AI, perhaps that’s not so surprising. Recently, a client booked me to review renovation plans for the Read More
When it comes to 2D and 3D floor planners, plenty of tools have entered the software space. As a designer who reviews tech, I often find myself comparing these applications to the once-industry standard: SketchUp. SketchUp gained popularity—and is still considered a strong tool today—because of its flexibility and high level of customization. However, ease Read More
The interior design industry looks very different from how it once did. Technology-driven shifts are nothing new, but the pace and impact of change today are undeniable. What was once a paper-heavy, in-person, and hustle-driven profession has evolved into one that is increasingly tech-enabled, remote (or at least hybrid), and focused on optimizing workflows through Read More
It’s 2026, and AI interior design tools and technology have shaken up the interior design industry as we knew it. As technology in the interior design world continues to evolve, the way designers work does as well. We’ve gone from hand drafting to AutoCAD, and now to AI tools that can trace floor plans in Read More
So, it’s been almost a full year since I switched to using Rayon Design for my interior design drawings. With that said, I think I now have enough experience with the platform to write a full review of this drawing software for interior designers and architects. To give you some background on my experience with Read More
There’s a new AI that interior designers seem to be buzzing about—Claude—and as a self-proclaimed AI-for-interior-design expert, you know I had to give it a try. Now, Claude isn’t specifically built for interior design or for designers. However, like ChatGPT, Gemini, and other AI tools, you can certainly experiment with using it for design-related tasks. Read More
SketchUp is a software I was trained to use in college. At the time, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and V-Ray were the go-to combination for designers to create drawings, 3D models, and photorealistic renderings for clients. Fast forward to 2026, and with the rapid advancements in technology and the growing number of tools on the market, many Read More
As an entrepreneur who has found herself at the crossroads of two industries — tech and interior design — I not only design spaces, but I also review the technology that helps individuals design their own spaces. Having tested and reviewed over 25 AI tools that promise to design your home and help you skip Read More
If you’re looking to give your home a fresh new look, online interior decorating services can be an efficient and convenient way to get a professional’s expertise. The main benefit of online interior design is that it offers expert services at a lower cost than full-service interior design. Online decorating services—also known as e-design or virtual interior design—are on the Read More
If your interior design and architectural firm is still using Excel as your spec writing software…you are well overdue for a software upgrade. Spec writing can be a tedious task for designers and architects. When spec writing is done using software that isn’t intuitive (cough, cough, Excel), specs quickly turn into an organizational nightmare. Endless Read More
Running an interior design business — like any other business — means that designers incur overhead costs. In 2026, a lot of those costs are associated with software. When we think of interior design, we don’t necessarily equate it with being a software-heavy career; however, as an interior design professional who works with clients online, Read More