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The Impact of AI on Interior Design: Insights from Mattoboard's Report

In November 2025, Mattoboard, a pioneering platform that digitizes interior design studios through virtual 3D material sampling, released its first-ever State of AI & Interior Design Report. This comprehensive report aims to shed light on the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the interior design sector, presenting both the benefits and the anxieties expressed by designers regarding AI's role in creative processes.

The AI Paradox

A survey encompassing over 300 designers uncovered a significant paradox within the industry: while there is a prevalent adoption of AI tools, fears surrounding creative integrity persist. A staggering 82% of designers utilize AI on a regular basis, with 71% expressing a positive outlook towards its potential to enhance creativity. Despite this optimism, concerns loom large. Over half of the respondents (54%) voiced worries about the loss of originality due to AI's influence, while 44% raised ethical concerns such as plagiarism and bias. Moreover, 39% feared a decline in genuine creativity as a result of integrating AI into their workflows.

AI Tools Dominating the Market

Among the various tools available, designers have shown a notable preference for ChatGPT, with 85% using it for support in their design tasks. Other tools like Canva, Photoshop, and Midjourney trailed behind with 38%, 33%, and 28% adoption rates, respectively. Interestingly, while designers frequently use AI for visualizing their concepts, only 21% believe that the most significant advantage of AI lies in creativity and ideation; a dominant 57% see speed and efficiency as AI's primary benefit.

Generational Insights into AI Utilization

The report also highlights intriguing generational patterns surrounding AI usage within the design community. Designers aged 55-64 lead in the adoption of AI visualization, showcasing a robust 77% rate. This age group also reported the highest satisfaction levels with existing tools at 65%. In contrast, younger designers (18-24 years old) experienced heightened anxiety regarding AI's repercussions on original creative thinking, with 66% indicating concern, despite leading in daily AI usage at 53%.

Optimism for AI’s Future in Interior Design

Despite underlying concerns, the sentiment towards AI remains largely optimistic. Approximately 58% of designers expressed satisfaction with current AI tools, while 42% reported dissatisfaction. Notably, 76% believe that AI will positively influence the interior design field in the coming years.

Desired Features in Future AI Tools

As designers look forward to the next wave of AI tool development, they have specific requests to fit their unique workflows:

• - 71% desire easier visualization using actual products.
• - 62% wish for tools that translate AI visuals into tangible materials.
• - 59% have requested the ability to convert AI outputs into real-world drawings.
• - 51% want improvements in material sourcing and selection tools.

The analysis reveals a clear demand, especially among students (90%) for material translation capabilities, while experienced professionals aged 45-54 prioritize visualization tools connected to real products (85%).

Current Trends in Material Selection

As the interior design landscape evolves, certain trends have emerged prominently. A significant 73% of designers describe their material palettes as