Here’s what happened recently: a potential customer told me they didn’t need my services anymore, even though it had been in the plans. And why? Because they had already talked to ChatGPT. To be honest, that was a big eyeroll moment for me, and now I really want to clear this topic up.
I totally get how AI can be excellent for inspiration, ideas and even mostly safe and sound solutions to simpler problems. After all, it’s fast, smart, and increasingly helpful. It’s like having a very polite, always-agreeing assistant who’s read every home magazine ever printed.
All the while, interior design isn’t just about ideas. It’s about how those ideas translate into your real-life space, with your budget, habits, quirks, kids, dogs, dreams, and that one weird corner in the living room you don’t know what to do with.
So here’s my honest and open opinion why your home deserves better than just a few quick tips from a bot.
1. An interior designer brings human-centered design expertise
I, like other actual interior designers, tailor solutions for my clients’ homes based on spatial flow, emotional impact, and practical needs that go far beyond surface-level design. I’m there to observe and understand your lifestyle with fresh eyes and practical expertise.
Sure, AI is great for brainstorming. But it doesn’t know if your kitchen feels cramped at 7 in the morning when everyone’s rushing. Or that you hate strong overhead lights and love natural wood tones. And even if you think you can just give all of that info to the chatbot as well… are you sure? Think carefully: do you even know what input exactly needs to be given? Can you guarantee you won’t accidentally miss any small but crucial details? Professional interior designers know exactly what to ask you to get to the core of the problem.
An interior designer like me is here to take all those personal details into account and weave them into a space that gives you integration you couldn’t even dream of.
2. An interior designer actually visits your space
AI can’t walk through your home. Sure, you could upload pictures but pictures only give decent results when you know exactly which details to include and in which ways. It can’t measure your stairwell, check your window orientation, or tell you why your hallway always feels dark no matter what bulbs you use.
As an interior designer, I can. That’s what site visits are for — and they’re full of little details that make a huge difference. Such a crucial part of the best design choices comes down to thoroughly understanding and considering the site-specific lighting, acoustics and context.
3. An interior designer walks with you from ideas till execution
You’ve picked out your dream tiles with the help of AI-curated vision boards and trendy tips? Great. Did you know that your bathroom area and layout should actually be the primary factors that dictate your decision? AI will not create a reliable tile layout plan for you. And who’s checking stock, coordinating with the tile setter, and making sure they don’t get installed upside down?
Designing a home is part art, part logistics. An interior designer is not just your creative partner, but your problem solver, too. I will know your budget and work within the limits, and I will not forget about your big picture plan like your chatbot window might. Interior designers ensure a cohesive and holistic design concept and its execution.
4. Interior designers come with technical skills and drawing accuracy
An interior designer creates detailed plans that contractors can actually use, whether it’s floor plans, elevations, or lighting layouts. And all of them are in the correct scale and thought through.
This isn’t just pretty pictures on Pinterest. It’s technical, it’s precise, and yes, it’s what gets your project built right the first time. Don’t forget that lighting and electrical plans are non-negotiable for most renovations, and AI doesn’t match the professional standard that guarantees a safe and functional home. And if you encounter a builder who is fine without official drawings and okay with chatbot curated stuff… RUN and find a better collaboration partner you can actually rely on.
5. You’re a human, and so is your interior designer
The most important truth: design is deeply personal.
Design decisions can be emotional. Couples disagree, options feel overwhelming, and it’s easy to lose your way. It totally makes sense that you don’t even truly know what you want. Or that you’re on the merge of burn-out from all the unmade decisions.
A good designer doesn’t just “pick stuff.” As an interior designer, I guide, I listen, I support. I help you cut through the noise and focus on what really works. AI will not read between the lines and build trust like I do.
6. Cohesive solutions need an interior designer eye
You know when a space just feels right? That comes from trained eyes, years of experience, and a sense of balance that goes beyond trend-chasing. I, like other interior designers, help you see what you might not on your own, and stop you from buying that huge velvet sofa for your 35m² apartment.
Yes, AI can list you the trends, but I deeply understand the mechanisms of making your environment livable and unique.
7. Responsibility and safe results matter
Interior designers carry contracts, insurance, and professional standards. If something goes wrong, they are accountable. If ChatGPT tells you to hang a chandelier that rips out your drywall, well… you’re on your own.
Your main takeaway: interior design is deeply human
AI is an amazing tool. But it’s just a tool. I’m the one who helps you bring your ideas to life in the real world, with real challenges and real beauty.
Still curious what working with an interior designer really feels like? I offer 1:1 consultations both online and in-person. Let’s create a space that’s not just smart but also uniquely yours. Book your consultation now: https://anijarvinteriors.com/#contact
