In this episode of The IDS Podcast, Brian welcomes Jenna Gaidusek, an interior designer with a rich background in leveraging technology to enhance her design business. Jenna, fresh off a plane from Charleston, South Carolina, discusses her journey from traditional interior design to founding various tech-driven initiatives.

Jenna started her career with a degree in interior design from a college in upstate New York. After a stint in retail in New York City, she pivoted to virtual interior design in 2015, founding the Design Tribe community on Facebook, which grew to 5,000 members. She developed multiple tools, including a rendering software and an online school called Design U, which she later sold to Mydoma.

The conversation delves into the integration of AI in interior design, highlighting how Jenna uses tools like ChatGPT and MidJourney for creating renderings and improving workflow efficiency. She shares practical examples, such as using AI to generate color palettes and renderings in seconds, significantly speeding up the conceptual phase of design projects.

Jenna emphasizes the importance of adapting to new technologies to stay ahead in the industry. She advises designers to start small, using AI for tasks like social media posts or blog writing, and gradually integrating it into their workflow. She also touches on ethical considerations, ensuring transparency with clients about the use of AI-generated content.

Listeners interested in exploring AI in design can find more resources on Jenna's website, A.I. for Interior Designers, and follow her on Instagram at @jenna.gaidusek. Additional resources and links mentioned in the episode include:

• East End Interiors (location sponsor)
• ChatGPT
• MidJourney
• MyDoma

This episode provides valuable insights into the future of interior design, where technology and creativity intersect to create more efficient and innovative solutions.

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