Technology
This first-of-its-kind 3D visualization tool is web-based and accessible directly from a manufacturer’s website by designers and end-customers. The tool enables the user to apply any custom fabric or leather to a piece of furniture and see exactly what it will look like before placing the order.
NEO Beta represents a significant advancement in robotics, moving beyond traditional, stiff robots to humanoids with bio-inspired designs that can safely work among people. The
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) announces the launch of Design Finder by ASID, a platform developed to streamline the search for qualified interior designers and interior design suppliers and provide an easy and intuitive way to search for interior designer practitioners, members, and partners based on project needs.
Interior designer and artificial intelligence expert Jenna Gaidusek encourages others to not fear AI or get frustrated by it. And she’s got helpful ideas for incorporating AI tools into your workflow.
SFDW celebrates this spirit of newness by providing attendees unique access to conversations and virtual tours with the designers who are shaping the future — from architecture to fashion, product design to digital services, and everything in between.
Design Your Room is a custom software co-developed by Intiaro and Floorplanner that allows users to experiment with creating a virtual room with industry-leading 3D tools to configure furniture and place it in a setting that reflects their style preferences.
Emerging AI technology is set to shake up the kitchen design and renovation, with the launch of new company Isla Porter this spring. The custom kitchen cabinetry company, founded by industry veterans Sharon Dranko and Emily Arthur, pairs powerful AI capabilities with forward design to reimagine the kitchen renovation process.
Designers and architects have incredibly complex jobs, which means the possibility of their roles being replaced by AI in the near future is highly unlikely. The bigger concern should be around other designers who are adopting AI to get ahead.
These days, people crave both the high touch and the high tech. For retailers and designers alike, that means incorporating AI tools while making a human connection.
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame is opening two new interactive, design-oriented exhibits during the April 13-17 High Point Market that will be permanent features of the new building, which opened its doors for the first time in April 2023.