AI in Design, Episode 9: Consolidating Your Toolkit for Maximum Impact
AI in Design: Episode 9 — Jenna’s AI Toolkit for Designers: How to Work 4x Faster with These Tools
Artificial intelligence isn’t just a buzzword in the design industry anymore—it’s becoming an essential part of a designer’s daily workflow. In the latest episode of AI in Design, host Jenna Gaidusek tackles a question she hears constantly: “Do I really need all these AI tools?” Her answer? No—but you do need to be strategic about which ones you use and how.
Throughout the episode, Jenna breaks down four standout platforms: ChatGPT, Gemini, Comet by Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot. Each offers something different, but Comet, in particular, stands out as a designer’s secret weapon. Built directly into your browser, Comet functions like having your own assistant at your fingertips—capable of pulling client conversations from multiple threads, searching vendor sites for in-stock items, and running deep research while you keep working on other tasks. For anyone juggling sourcing, specs, and client emails, this tool alone can feel like adding an extra team member.
ChatGPT and Comet remain neck and neck when it comes to research, while Gemini and ChatGPT continue to shine for image renderings and project mockups. Gemini also takes the lead in creating sleek videos that bring presentations to life. And when it comes to floor plans? Jenna’s verdict is clear: humans are still the best. No AI tool can yet match a designer’s ability to understand the nuances of a space.
Of course, with all this power comes responsibility. Jenna reminds viewers to be smart about what they share with these platforms. Keep sensitive information—like banking or confidential client details—out of your AI tools, and use them as trusted assistants, not secure vaults.
What makes this episode especially valuable is Jenna’s knack for sharing practical prompt examples tailored for designers. From sourcing materials to crafting proposals, her examples show how the right wording can transform these tools from “cool gadgets” into genuine productivity powerhouses.
AI Day at Fall High Point Market — October 24th!
Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
Time: [9:30] AM – [4:00] PM EST
Location: Feizy Rugs Showroom, High Point Market
Kick off High Point Market with an exclusive, pre-market day of hands-on AI learning designed specifically for interior design professionals.
Led by Jenna Gaidusek, founder of AI for Interior Designers™, this small-group, interactive workshop will show you how to confidently adapt AI-powered systems into your business. You’ll leave with practical tools, guided workflows, and real-world experience you can start using immediately—making not only your business more efficient, but even your busy Market days more organized.
What to Expect
- Live Demos with Jenna – Learn step-by-step how to integrate designer-friendly AI tools for both backend operations and client-facing work.
- Showroom Tour with Feizy Rugs – Discover how to capture, organize, and transform showroom inspiration into actionable content using AI.
- Hands-On Sessions – Practice building spec details, conceptual imagery, design boards, and scaled renders—all with AI-enhanced workflows.
- Networking & Refreshments – Enjoy breakfast, lunch, snacks, and cocktails thanks to our generous sponsors: The Lifestyle Historian, Mydoma Studio, and Daniel House Club.
Why Attend?
- Learn AI skills you can apply immediately in your projects and workflows
- Gain confidence to integrate AI into everyday design tasks
- Connect with peers and industry partners in an intimate, collaborative setting
- Start Market weekend with fresh tools to stay focused and organized
Tickets & Member Pricing
- General Admission: $299
- DSA Members: $229 with code AIDAYDSA
- Group Discount: 2+ tickets with an additional 10% off using code AIDAYDSATEAM
Whether you’re a solo designer, part of a firm, or an industry partner—AI Day @ HPMKT is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and transform how you design, source, and communicate.
Reserve your spot now and join us Friday, October 24th—the day before Market officially begins!
