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AI for Interior Designers™ *Podcast

AI for Interior Designers™ *Podcast

By: Jenna Gaidusek
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The AI for Interior Designers™ *Podcast is your down-to-earth resource for running a smart, efficient, and creative design business. Host Jenna Gaidusek tackles everyday challenges in the world of interior design. From project sourcing and field measurements, to finding reliable vendors, refining your workflow, and keeping client experiences top-notch. Expect honest talks on product procurement, building partnerships with makers and manufacturers, streamlining proposals, and keeping your design boards fresh and organized.

Episodes dig into things like digital note-takers for meetings, building template libraries, curating a unique brand voice, and staying authentic in your marketing and client interactions. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories with guests from leading design platforms, manufacturers, and educators, plus real tips for sustainability, running virtual design studios, and staying ahead of the trends. Jenna also opens up about the practical side of design: overcoming burnout, protecting your creative edge, learning from data, and picking tools that actually save you time.

If you want actionable advice about project management, workflow optimization, sourcing, branding, education, trend-spotting, sustainability, digital communication, and balancing tech with creativity, this podcast is for you. Join a supportive community of professionals who believe that efficient systems free up more time for imagination, relationships, and great design.



Learn more with Jenna through the DAIly AI training program at www.aiforinteriordesigners.com

Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jenna.gaidusek/ and https://www.instagram.com/aiforinteriordesigners

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Episodes
  • EP 70: Keeping Interior Design Human in a World of AI with Sharon Sherman

    EP 70: Keeping Interior Design Human in a World of AI with Sharon Sherman
    Feb 24 2026

    In this special episode recorded live from the KBIS 2026 Podcast Studio, Sponsored by AJ Madison Pro, AI for Interior Designers *Podcast host Jenna Gaidusek sits down with the KBB Person of the Year, Sharon Sherman, founder of Thyme & Place Design. As AI moves at a breakneck pace, who is guiding the ship? Jenna and Sharon dive deep into the "feminine energy" required to nurture this technology, the importance of setting rigid ethical boundaries, and why AI can mimic a mood board but can never understand the "energetic quality" of a home. From Sharon’s AI assistant "Ursula" to the rising trend of "Analog Rooms," this conversation is a must-listen for designers looking to stay human in a digital world. In This Episode, We Discuss:

    • AI as a "Child": Why boundaries and "parenting" your AI models are essential for ethical design.
    • The Ethics of Stealing: How to use AI to enhance your own portfolio without infringing on others.
    • The Power of Analog: Why "sit tests," real stone, and physical connection are becoming the ultimate luxury in a digital age.
    • Human EQ vs. AI IQ: Why the industry still needs the "voice of reason" only a human designer can provide.
    • The "Wait and See" Crowd: Why the industry needs hesitant designers to help build better solutions.

    Resources & Links Learn with Jenna & Sharon:

    • AI for Interior Designers™ Certificate Program: Register for Q2 Enrollment Here
    • Q2 Class (May 8): The Ethical Designer: AI Humanization & Team Leadership

    Connect with Sharon Sherman:

    • Website: Thyme & Place Design
    • Instagram: @thymeandplacedesign

    Our Sponsors:

    • AJ Madison Pro: Smarter appliance sourcing and exclusive trade programs. ajmadison.com/pro
    • KBIS (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show): Special thanks to the KBIS Podcast Studio. kbis.com
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    43 mins
  • EP 69: Is Interior Design rendering Dead? How AI Tools Are Changing Client Visuals

    EP 69: Is Interior Design rendering Dead? How AI Tools Are Changing Client Visuals
    Jan 30 2026
    Is Interior Design Rendering Dead? How AI Tools Are Changing Client Visuals In this episode of the AI for Interior Designers™ Podcast, Jenna breaks down whether traditional 3D rendering still makes sense for interior designers now that AI tools can create convincing visuals in a fraction of the time. For years, high-end 3D renderings were the gold standard. Designers would spend 10–14 hours perfecting materials, lighting, and tiny details. It was beautiful work—but also time‑consuming, expensive, and often overkill for what most clients actually needed: confidence in the concept and clarity around how everything fits. Now, AI is changing that balance. Jenna shares why she personally stopped offering full 3D renderings nearly two years ago, how she now combines accurate floor plans with AI-generated imagery and video, and what this shift means for render artists, students, and working designers. In This Episode, We Cover: The shift from hand drafting to high-speed visuals: Why BIM tools and generative AI are the next inflection point in our industry’s evolution.When to skip the 14-hour render: How to identify when a client needs a high-end investment versus when they just need a "vibe" check.The New Workflow: How to build accurate 2D plans, then layer on fast AI visuals to sell the concept without the pixel-perfect obsession.The Future of Render Artists: Why technical designers are more valuable than ever as “accuracy editors” and quality control specialists.Designer vs. DIY AI: How to talk to clients who think they can replace a professional designer with a few prompts. Key Takeaways & Workflow Tips Why Traditional Rendering is Evolving Clients are increasingly hesitant to pay for "perfect" scale in every pixel when they can get a clear vision of the mood and layout in under two hours. Jenna explains how she uses tools like Mydoma’s Visualizer to create accurate floor plans and 2D drawings, then pivots to AI for the "wow" factor. Jenna’s Current AI Visualization Stack Foundation: Create a solid, scaled floor plan with accurate dimensions.Concept: Build a clean concept board with actual products in Canva.Visualization: Use AI (Google Gemini or ChatGPT) to "drop" real products into an AI-generated room image.Immersion: Turn those stills into short video walkthroughs using video-generation features to show the dog on the bed or the way light hits the sofa. Mentioned in this Episode Jenna’s Platforms & Education: AI for Interior Designers™ (Site + Newsletter)AI for Interior Designers™ Podcast HomeLive AI & Visualization ClassesCertificate Program Press Feature (KBB)Business of Home: Will AI put renders out of business? Visualization & AI Tools: SketchUp: sketchup.comMydoma Studio: mydomastudio.comCanva: canva.comGoogle Gemini: gemini.google.comChatGPT: chatgpt.com Industry Events & Organizations: IDS - Interior Design Society interiordesignsociety.org KBIS – Kitchen & Bath Industry Show: kbis.comASID: asid.orgHigh Point Market: highpointmarket.orgA + D Summit for Photographers in Austin March 4-6- https://www.ad-photosummit.com/ Use code JENNA for $500 off. LuAnn Nigara / LuAnn University: luannnigara.com Final Thought AI images are a power tool for marketing and quick visualization, but they are not a substitute for professional space planning and real-world experience. If you’re ready to streamline your visuals and stop losing days to 3D modeling for every project, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with the latest tips and tools for designers!
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    42 mins
  • Episode 68: The Internet Is Dead, Stop Trusting the Feed

    Episode 68: The Internet Is Dead, Stop Trusting the Feed
    Jan 16 2026

    In Episode 68 of the AI for Interior Designers™ Podcast, Jenna Gaidusek dives into a topic that has been quietly reshaping the internet, social media, and how we market our businesses. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from the feed, skeptical of what you’re seeing online, or exhausted by algorithm driven content, this episode will resonate.

    Jenna unpacks why the internet feels dead. Between bots, AI generated content, misinformation, and platforms designed to influence behavior rather than foster connection, trust online is eroding fast. She breaks down dead internet theory through real‑world experience, not hype, and explains why social media no longer feels truly social.

    This episode is not about abandoning the internet entirely. It’s about awareness, boundaries, and knowing where real connection actually happens now. Jenna shares why in person relationships, private communities, and intentional visibility matter more than ever, especially for designers navigating AI, marketing fatigue, and constant noise.

    You’ll also hear how AI fits into this conversation in a practical way. When used intentionally, AI can give you time back instead of pulling you deeper into the scroll. The goal is not replacement, but support. Less busywork, more real life.

    If you’re looking to learn how to use AI without losing your voice, your values, or your humanity, explore the AI classes and certificate programs available at:

    This episode is a reset. Stop trusting the feed. Start trusting real humans, real experiences, and your own discernment.

    Take an AI class with me this fall. Open enrollment classes are now available for Q1 through March!

    aiforinteriordesigners.ai/classes

    Waitlist for Q2 Certificate Program is also filling up quickly (see the class page to join it).

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    48 mins
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