- I used RoomGPT to help redesign my living room, but I’m not sure how much I can rely on the tool.
- Remodeling AI programs are gaining popularity among DIYers on TikTok.
- RoomGPT’s developer says it’s a tool, but not a replacement for professional interior designers.
Artificial intelligence is finding its way into almost every industry, and it’s gaining more popularity in the process as people find new ways to use AI programs.
The AI program RoomGPT went viral on TikTok after a user posted how the interior decorating site helped digitally style her patio in May. The video of her outdoor space transforming received millions of views in a matter of days.
“DIY home makeovers are about to get a lot easier,” the caption read.
Other TikTokers have used similar programs, like RemodelAI, to generate design ideas and eliminate the cost of an interior designer during extensive home renovations.
The developer of RoomGPT, Hassan El Mghari, told Insider that interior designers need not worry about AI taking their jobs. He assures it’s proven useful for designers working to create mock-ups for clients.
“Interior designers will get a lot of inbound interest and need to strategically choose clients since mockups take a long time,” El Mghari told Insider. “With RoomGPT, they can accept a larger amount of clients by using the tool to quickly generate initial mockups for clients.”
I decided to put the site to the test using my sparsely decorated living room as I prepare to take on redesigning my whole apartment as a summer project.
