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Highlights from High Point Market's AI-Driven Design Panels

Hey fellow designers! Jenna Gaidusek here. In this episode dives into the whirlwind that was Fall 2024 High Point Market, sharing firsthand experiences from two action-packed panels on using AI in design. Panelists reveal how designers across the industry are leveraging AI as a creative supercharger, a workflow optimizer, and a research tool—revolutionizing design without replacing the designer!

Episode Highlights:

The Daily Program Introduction

Jenna introduces "The Daily," a program offering daily, actionable AI insights tailored for interior designers. Subscribers receive concise, 30-minute video tutorials each morning, covering the latest AI tools and applications relevant to the industry. The program includes monthly community discussions to address questions and share experiences. Enrollment details are available at AI for Interior Designers - The Daily.

High Point Market Experience

Jenna recounts her visit to the Fall High Point Market in North Carolina, emphasizing the value of networking and attending educational panels. She highlights the supportive community fostered by organizations like the Interior Design Society (IDS), which is launching a Charleston chapter. Jenna encourages local designers to join and participate in upcoming events and will be a member of this local chapter.

Panel Discussions on AI in Interior Design

• Antonio DeLoatch: Discussed using generative AI to visualize design concepts during client meetings, facilitating quicker decision-making.

• Denise Wenacur: Shared her use of AI for creating seasonal newsletter images and utilizing ChatGPT for content generation.

• Breegan Jane : Highlighted AI applications in philanthropy, planning, research, and generative design.

Another panel at The Point, moderated by David Cohen and sponsored by METI, featured:

• Mariah: Introduced METI's AI platform designed to streamline backend operations, including ordering and email automation.

• Ginger Curtis of Urbanology Designs: Discussed recording client interactions to generate detailed, searchable notes using AI tools like Plaid.

• Stacy Garcia of Stacy Garcia Inc.: Spoke about utilizing AI for trend forecasting, vacation planning, and product development, emphasizing the use of Adobe's AI tools for their proprietary data training.

Networking and Industry Insights

Jenna attended a meetup which included many groups all coming together including the Interior Design Community (lead by Laurie Laizure) at Phillips Collection, noting their innovative use of AI in product design and marketing. She also connected with industry professionals like LuAnn Nigara and Rick Campos, discussing the evolving role of AI in interior design.

Upcoming Events and Future Plans

Looking ahead, Jenna plans to attend KBIS in February 2025 and other industry events, aiming to continue exploring and teaching AI applications in interior design. She emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration in adapting to technological advancements.

Key Takeaways:

AI Beyond Design
Productivity tools like ChatGPT emerged as useful not just for design, but also for on-the-go research and brainstorming. Breegan Jane shared her unique AI approach in her philanthropic projects, adding an inspiring twist.

Productivity Meets Creativity
The consensus? AI is less about replacing roles and more about freeing up creativity. Designers are now using AI for concept visuals, breezing through ideation without getting bogged down in endless Pinterest searches!

AI for Concept Ideation
Learn how Antonio and Denise use generative AI for instant concept images that engage clients visually, reducing back-and-forth in the early design stages.

Streamlining Research and Planning
From using ChatGPT for on-the-road research to Ginger Curtis’s transcript-based client meeting recordings, AI is transforming how designers organize, research, and strategize.

Responsible AI Use in Product Design
Panelists like Stacy Garcia emphasized ethical AI practices—such as using Adobe for generative design, respecting intellectual property, and integrating AI without compromising original ideas.

AI Podcast Episode Referenced in This Episode:

Missed the episode with Krystal from the luxury plumbing space on AI ethics and community-driven design? [Catch up here!]

Join the Conversation

We’ll be out in Vegas for KBIS 2025! Are you attending? Connect and share how you're using AI in your design process on Instagram @jenna.gaidusek.

Until next time, keep innovating, keep designing, and keep sharing your unique perspectives with the world. Don’t forget to follow and subscribe for more insights on AI in interior design. See you in the next episode!

Warm regards,

Jenna Gaidusek

CEO, AI for Interior Designers™️

Disclaimer: This blog was written using AI as a recap from the recording then edited by the author for accuracy and details.