(Updated October 2025)

AI-Powered Text and Chat (Large Language Models - LLMs)

1. ChatGPT (OpenAI) – Pro for $20/mo is well worth the investment! A conversational AI that assists with brainstorming, automating responses, and content generation. Useful for client communications, design ideas, and troubleshooting.

2. Perplexity AI – AI-powered search and Q&A tool that delivers real-time answers in a conversational format, perfect for quick insights and design research.

3. Claude 3.5 (Anthropic) – A secure and ethical AI assistant designed for text-based interactions, ensuring privacy and professionalism in content creation and client responses.

4. Google Gemini – Google’s AI model with deep integration into Google Workspace, streamlining research, communication, and creative brainstorming.

5. Microsoft Copilot – AI companion for Microsoft Office that helps with content generation, project management, and workflow automation.

6. Meta AI (Llama) – A large language model designed for research and business applications, suitable for market analysis, design research, and AI-driven reports.

Generative AI Tools for Designers

1. ArchSynth – Converts architectural sketches into detailed renders, allowing designers to visualize concepts quickly.

2. MyArchitect – AI software for architects and designers, providing conceptualization and visualization of 3D spaces.

Project Management & Rendering & Design

1. Mydoma – A business management platform for interior designers with AI-powered tools for project management, mood board creation, and client collaboration. Set up projects with the AI Assistant, Max.

2. Mazing- AR (augmented reality) and 3D downloadable models from a picture!

3. Digs- AI-powered Tools for Builders from Pre-Build to After-Care. Save time, cost, and hassles with smart file management, simplified planning & collaboration, and streamlined warranty support.

4. Hover- With a few smartphone photos you can get an interactive 3D model of any home. Hover creates accurately measured, customizable 3D models of homes from smartphone photos. Homeowners can visualize a project before they start, and pros save time and money while being more transparent and collaborative.

5. Canvas IO- Canvas is an innovative app that transforms your LiDAR-equipped iPhone or iPad into a powerful 3D scanning tool, enabling you to capture accurate digital models of physical spaces in minutes.

AI Image, Video, and Graphic Creation

1. Google Gemini- Nano Banana Model- For quick real photo editing using products, images and spaces with accurate results.

2. Midjourney – AI-powered image generator that creates high-quality visuals from text prompts, ideal for mood boards, concept visualization, and design ideation.

3. Canva – A versatile design tool with AI features for layout suggestions, color palettes, and easy-to-use templates for presentations and social media graphics.

4. Photoshop (Adobe) – Industry-standard editing software with AI-powered features like Generative Fill and automated retouching.

5. DALL-E (Chat GPT- OpenAI) – AI image generation tool that creates visuals based on text prompts, useful for brainstorming interior concepts and product mockups.

6. Adobe Firefly – AI-powered image generation tool within Adobe’s suite, perfect for generating textures, backgrounds, and custom graphics.

7. Topaz Labs – AI-powered photo and video enhancement software for upscaling and noise reduction, perfect for high-quality visuals.

8. Visual Electric – ACQUIRED BY PERPLEXITY IN OCTOBER 2025.

AI Video Creation, Editing, and Podcasting

1. Midjourney – AI-powered image generator that creates high-quality renderings using concepts, prompts or real photos.

2. Runway – AI-driven tool for video and image generation, ideal for creating animations and client walkthroughs.

3. Pika.art- Generative AI video from photo or prompts. Templates and free prompting. Great free trial.

4. Luma AI – Create AI generated video clips. Specializes in creating 3D images and models, (not as detailed as others).

5. 11 Labs – AI-powered text-to-speech tool that creates natural voiceovers, useful for content creators and designers presenting projects.

6. Sora (OpenAI) – AI chatbot designed for automating customer service and interactions.

7. Synthesia – AI video creation platform that uses avatars for professional-looking videos, perfect for tutorials, marketing, and onboarding.

8. DeepReel – AI tool for dubbing videos into multiple languages while maintaining the original tone and emotion.

9. HeyGen – AI-powered video platform for creating engaging, customizable avatar-based videos.

10. InVideo – AI-driven video editing tool with ready-made templates for quick and professional content creation.

11. Summify – AI tool for video and audio transcription and summarization, useful for recording meetings and summarizing project discussions.

12. Riverside – AI-based video recording and podcasting tool for high-quality content production.

Notetakers, Automation & Calendars

1. Plaud – AI-powered note-taking tool that transcribes and organizes meeting details, helping designers track client requests and feedback.

2. Loom- Integrated meeting note taker that joins your sessions and records, summarizes and more inside the already amazing video recording program.

3. Fathom – AI transcription tool for meetings, capturing key points and action items.

4. Otter.ai – AI-powered meeting transcription and collaboration tool, useful for recording discussions and organizing notes.

5. Zoom AI Companion – AI assistant for Zoom meetings, providing transcription, summaries, and automated follow-ups.

6. Motion AI Calendar – AI-driven scheduling tool that helps manage project deadlines, client meetings, and team coordination.

7. Zapier – A no-code automation tool that connects apps and streamlines repetitive tasks.

8. Lindy – AI productivity assistant for scheduling, email automation, and task management.

9. Make – A visual automation platform for building complex workflows across business applications.

Websites & Interactive Forms

1. Typeform – AI-enhanced form and survey builder, useful for gathering client feedback, project inquiries, and user research.

2. Squarespace – AI-assisted website builder with intuitive design tools, ideal for creating designer portfolios, business websites, and online stores.

App Builders

1. Base44 – No-code platform that builds full-stack web and mobile apps from simple text prompts. Handles auth, database, logic, storage, and deployment without writing a line of code.

2. Lovable – Chat-based AI app builder that lets you describe your idea and get a working app in minutes. Great for MVPs, automations, or internal tools—no coding required.

3. Famous.ai – Visual app creator that turns prompts into full apps or landing pages. Designed for creators and entrepreneurs looking to launch fast with built-in analytics and automation.

IS IT AI??

AIOrNot – A tool for determining whether an image is AI-generated or real. Useful for verifying AI-generated visuals in design projects.